Graduate & Undergraduate Student Research Opportunities

At Wake Forest, research is a defining element of the academic experience—one that engages both undergraduate and graduate students in meaningful inquiry and discovery. Across disciplines, students work alongside faculty mentors to explore complex questions, contribute to new knowledge, and connect their scholarship to issues of broader significance.

The University offers a wide range of pathways that support student involvement in research at every stage. Undergraduate opportunities emphasize engaged and experiential learning, with initiatives such as DeacsDo and the Undergraduate Research and Creative Activities Center (URECA) fostering mentored scholarship and creative work. At the graduate level, master’s and doctoral programs provide rigorous training in original research, interdisciplinary collaboration, and advanced scholarly practice.