Undergraduate Research
Experiential Learning That Sets You Apart
UNC Asheville, a national leader in undergraduate research and founder of the National Council for Undergraduate Research (NCUR), offers Atmospheric Sciences students hands-on opportunities typically reserved for graduate study. Faculty mentor undergraduates on projects ranging from snowstorm modeling and tropical cyclone intensification to tornado impacts, rainfall patterns, and climate studies for transportation safety. Students often publish and present their findings at conferences, and qualified sophomores, juniors, and seniors can join the program by attending a fall orientation. Participants may earn course credit (ATMS 499) or, in some cases, a stipend through funded projects.
of UNC Asheville students participate in undergraduate research
students and alumni have been awarded prestigious Fulbright Scholarships
National Conference on Undergraduate Research Member
One of the first random projects I thought up was to take pre-made 2D fall foliage maps that displayed average timing of peak color and overlay them onto a 3D surface. So that 3D surface was really a valuable visual for helping people understand the variation in timing. The goal is to improve accuracy, help more people find really good fall color, and learn more about the science of fall foliage, and how exactly the weather plays into that using statistical methods."
Jump Start Your Career with Undergraduate Research
Jump Start Your Career with Undergraduate Research
Through UNC Asheville’s Undergraduate Research Office, Psychology majors have exceptional opportunities to design and conduct original, faculty-mentored projects — from studying memory and decision-making to exploring developmental, social, and clinical applications of psychology. Students can apply for research grants to support their work and receive funding to present at regional and national conferences, including the National Conference on Undergraduate Research (NCUR). Many Psychology students publish their findings in the UNC Asheville Journal of Undergraduate Research, gaining valuable experience that prepares them for graduate study, professional schools, and careers in counseling, healthcare, education, or research. The Undergraduate Research Office supports every step of this journey, helping students turn curiosity into discovery.
Ready for What's Next?
Our Bachelor of Science in Atmospheric Sciences gives you a comprehensive education in real-world contexts and applications of the discipline. Your liberal arts education is enriched by hands-on learning experiences and three specialized concentrations, allowing you to delve deeper into your passions and prepare for your career.