Undergraduate research certificate
Certificate, undergraduate
Research skills that power discovery
The undergraduate research certificate gives you the skills and experience to design, conduct and communicate meaningful research — no matter your major. Open to students across the university, this flexible program helps you build a strong foundation in research methods while applying those skills within your chosen discipline.
You’ll complete a combination of core research courses and applied research experiences, gaining hands-on practice with literature review, project design, data collection and analysis, and ethical research conduct. The certificate culminates in evidence of research dissemination, preparing you for graduate study, professional research roles or careers that value critical thinking and problem-solving.
Build a future in research
Degree Fit
This certificate could be a good fit if you:
- Want hands-on experience with academic or applied research.
- Are curious about how knowledge is created in your field.
- Plan to pursue graduate school or research-related careers.
- Want to strengthen skills in data analysis, writing and critical evaluation.
- Are interested in applying research methods to real-world questions.
Career Outcomes
Current job openings
994 in ID, WA, OR, MT and HIPotential careers and mid-career salaries
- Regulatory Affairs Managers • Compliance Managers • Loss Prevention Managers • Wind Energy Operations Managers • Wind Energy Development Managers • Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers
$101,152 - Statisticians • Biostatisticians
$98,792 - Survey Researchers
$64,995 - Sociologists
$95,363 - Transportation Planners
$98,683
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FA and Scholarship Opportunities
U of I’s certificate programs are not eligible for financial aid or scholarships on their own. However, students enrolled in a bachelor's or associate degree program may apply their financial aid and scholarships toward a certificate if they are pursuing both simultaneously.
For more information or to explore funding options, contact the Financial Aid Office at finaid@uidaho.edu or call 208-885-6312.
Recognized STEM Program
This program is recognized as a STEM program by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and may be eligible for the 24-month STEM optional practical training extension for international students.
Clubs and Involvement Opportunities
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Application Information
Admission criteria for undergraduate certificates are the same as those for U of I undergraduate degree programs. View our admission requirements to learn more.