We have limited NSERC USRAs available for the Fall 2026 URA competition. Visit the URA website for further information and frequently asked questions. The NSERC USRA program provides additional awards above and beyond our university's allocation, specifically for students who self-identify as Indigenous.

Apply for the Fall 2026 URA Program

Deadine extended to Sept. 7 at 11:59 p.m.

Students

Students may apply to any of the projects outside of their Faculty, provided they hold the skills and qualifications identified in the project description. It is recommended that students apply to two projects.

Project Summaries by Faculty

Faculty of Business and IT
Faculty of Education - no Fall projects
Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science
Faculty of Health Sciences - no Fall projects
Faculty of Science
Faculty of Social Science and Humanities - no Fall projects

CIHR & SSHRC Projects for self-identified Black students:
There are no projects available for Fall 2026 as all were awarded in Summer 2026. For Summer 2026, SSHRC projects were available within the Faculty of Social Science and Humanities and the Faculty of Education. CIHR projects were available with the Faculty of Health Sciences.

Questions? Email studentresearch@ontariotechu.ca.