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Undergraduate Research
At Georgetown University’s McDonough School of Business, undergraduate students can access various research opportunities to enhance their academic journey and professional readiness. The school emphasizes the importance of rigorous academic research as a cornerstone of the undergraduate experience, actively supporting students through various programs.
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Research Programs
- Mentored Opportunities for Research Experience (MORE): The MORE Program offers students an in-depth business research experience over the summer to support a faculty-designed research project.
- Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF): SURF provides a structured avenue for students to pursue their original research interests over the summer.
- Senior Honors Thesis: For those looking to delve deeper, the Senior Honors Thesis program allows students to conduct original research during their senior year on a topic of their choice, culminating in a comprehensive honors thesis.
Compare Research Programs
MORE | SURF | Honors Thesis | |
|---|---|---|---|
Leadership | Student-supported; faculty-led | Student-led; faculty-supported | Independent student research |
Timeframe | Summer | Summer | Academic year |
Output | Reflection + poster | Research paper + poster | Honors thesis |
Course | No course required | BADM 2099 (3cr) | BADM 4998 (3cr); BADM 4999 (1.5cr) |
Application Opens | Early-spring semester | Late-fall semester | Mid-spring semester |
These programs are part of McDonough’s commitment to integrating meaningful research into the undergraduate curriculum, aiming to sharpen students’ critical thinking, analytical skills, and readiness for future challenges, whether in the workforce or advanced studies. Through these research opportunities, students can explore their interests, enhance their resumes, and forge lasting connections with faculty beyond the classroom. Continue reading to explore these business-specialized research opportunities and additional avenues for engagement.