Student Achievement in Research and Scholarship (STARS)

STARS is a state-wide mentoring program that helps attract Ohio's minority undergraduates to Ohio's graduate schools. The program offers the opportunity to conduct research under the guidance of a faculty mentor, research awards, travel scholarships to attend academic conferences, and participation in campus-based enrichment activities. Students have access to academic workshops and seminars designed to prepare them for application to graduate school and to take the Graduate Record Exam (GRE).

Eligibility: The program targets African-American, Latino, and American Indian students who are undergraduates enrolled in an Ohio university, U.S. citizens, and who are underrepresented in their fields of study.

Qualifications: Priority is given to students with sophomore and junior standing. Seniors will also be considered if they will be available for a full year of mentoring. Eligible students have a minimum 3.0 GPA and must express some interest in conducting independent research with a faculty mentor and in pursuing a doctoral degree and an academic career.
Undergraduate Research Awards: STARS students may compete for undergraduate research grants. These awards are for a maximum of $1,200 per academic year (maximum of $400 per quarter).

Ohio State’s program is administered by The Graduate School, 250 University Hall, Please direct all inquiries to sumres@osu.edu.