- Provide an opportunity for undergraduate students to have a research experience in mathematics.

- Help students develop skills to communicate the results of their research.

- Produce scientific publications.

- Encourage students to pursue a career in mathematics.

The UCSB Summer Research Program for Undergraduates offers upper-division undergraduate students with outstanding academic potential the opportunity to work closely with faculty mentors on mathematics research projects for eight weeks during summer 2021. The program dates are June 21 - August 13.

This program is financially supported by the National Science Foundation.

The program has been designed for students who wish to learn more about the research experience and possibly pursue an academic career in teaching and research. Each student participant will be working individually or in a small group with a faculty mentor in one of the proposed research projects.

Participating students receive a stipend of $4,500. We will also provide housing at the university (if the program is in place) and an allowance of $350 for travel expenses.

The participants should devote their full time to the program and not engage in any other coursework or employment during the eight weeks that the program lasts.

Students participating in this program must be United States citizens or permanent residents. Also, students who have already received their bachelor's degree are not eligible.