ONE TIME FUNDS UNDER $2,500 FOR STUDENT RELATED PROJECTS
Request one-time funds (typically used within one term) up to $2,500 total per request
from the SCET Dean's Office Student Affairs area for either a) undergraduate research
and creative works, b) classroom-based student projects (including capstones), or
c) competitions. The term “scholarly activities” is used broadly to include not just academic publications,
but also professional development, research projects, engaged learning opportunities,
and similar. Completed forms must be submitted electronically to the SCET Associate
Dean of Student Affairs. When multiple individuals are involved, the names, UV IDs,
and departments of all individuals should be included.
Please note that for the 2026–2027 academic year, our total available funding has been reduced by half compared to last year. This year, we have a total of $100,000 available college-wide to support all projects, including capstones, student travel, and other initiatives.
2026-2027 SCET funding - funds depleted as of 8/21/2026; we not able to take any more incoming requests at this time.
Office of Engaged Learning and Workforce Development
The Office of Engaged Learning and Workforce Development collaborates across campus and with external partners to facilitate, assess, and increase accessibility of engaged learning opportunities for all students, impacting student success.
Many UVU faculty successfully receive funding through Grants for Engaged Learning (GEL) and other grants offered through the Office of Engaged Learning and Workforce Development, which support faculty-mentored research.
FACULTY SENATE
Travel grant. Full-time faculty travel funds in departments may be supplemented with a Faculty Travel grant. The purpose of this fund is to assist faculty with professional travel, particularly related to enhancing instructional effectiveness and Scholarship of Teaching and Engagement. Depending on available funds, adjunct faculty may also apply for travel support. Learn more at Faculty Senate Faculty Travel Grants.
Instructional development. Faculty Senate oversees a fund which may be used for a variety of purposes including: promoting the development of new courses and curricula that will benefit students. Learn more at Faculty Senate Instructional Development Grants.
National Science Foundation programs
Perkins Funding for Career and Technical Education.
Perkins funding at UVU is managed through Career and Technical Education (CTE). Contact Wendy Simmerman (Sr. Director of Workforce Alignment) for more information.
Other External Funding
To find external funding, work with the excellent staff in the Office of Sponsored Programs.
UVU strongly supports its faculty in pursuing research and scholarship opportunities. As a UVU faculty member, being actively involved in research, writing, publishing, professional conferences, etc. ensures your continued involvement in your discipline, furthers your career as a scholar, and supports teaching as you bring your excitement and expertise about contemporary issues in your field to the classroom. The Office of Sponsored Programs provides support for faculty members seeking funding for research and other scholarly projects, including a stipend for those who complete a workshop on how to apply for external grants.
