Undergraduate
Undergraduate Research Certificate

The Undergraduate Research Certificate offered by the College of Behavioral & Community Sciences (CBCS) is designed for students interested in attending graduate school or pursuing research careers. Students complete a systematic undergraduate research preparation program consisting of a minimum of 13 credit hours of coursework, many of which may count toward their general education or major requirements.
This cross-departmental program equips students with essential research skills and prepares them for graduate-level study and professional research opportunities.
Program Requirements
To earn the Undergraduate Research Certificate, students must:
- Maintain an overall USF GPA of at least 2.0
- Successfully complete 13-15 credit hours of appro