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TrUE Scholars

The TrUE Scholars program supports first-year and current Texas Tech students through the entire continuum of Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities (URCA) during their time at TTU. The program recruits, trains, and launches talented students into marquee experiences designed to set them apart.

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Emerging Research Scholars

New to Texas Tech or just getting your feet wet in Undergraduate Research? Emerging Research Scholars connect, engage, and network as they prepare to compete for future research opportunities.

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Associate Research Scholars

Already have a Texas Tech undergraduate student with a faculty mentor? Our Associate Research Scholars join the TrUE Scholars commuinty and receive financial support to launch their projects.

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Mark of the Matador

Highest TrUE Scholars achievment with the possibility of future scholarship support for those accepted to a TTU graduate school program.

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Current Scholar Resources

Already an Emerging Research Scholar, Associate Research Scholar, or Legacy Research Scholar?

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Legacy Research Scholars

As of Summer 2025, our Legacy Research Scholars (Novilleros, Toreadors, & Matadors) are no longer accepting applicaitons.

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