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Research & Economic Development

New and exciting research opportunities occur across The University of Tulsa. Our research environment is one of TU's most distinctive advantages. As a mid-size university, we're large enough to support a vigorous research program yet small enough that our scholars remain visible members of a supportive community.

University Research

  • Centers & Institutes
  • Faculty-Led Research
  • Consortia & Joint Industry Projects
  • Undergraduate Research
  • Internal Funding

    • From art to zoology

      In addition to our well-equipped labs, many of TU’s research projects have evolved into centers and institutes, where our researchers engage in in-depth and long-term study, both theoretical and practical.

      Centers & Institutes

    • Advancing the frontiers of knowledge

      At The University of Tulsa, our faculty members are not just educators—they are pioneering researchers driving innovation and discovery. Faculty-led research at UTulsa spans a diverse array of disciplines, from engineering and natural sciences to social sciences and humanities.

      Faculty-Led Research

    • State-of-the-art experimentation and testing

      The University of Tulsa has worked with industry partners for more than 40 years, resulting in dozens of mutually-beneficial research consortia and joint industry projects (JIPs).

      Consortia & Joint Industry Projects

    • Tulsa Undergraduate Research Challenge (TURC)

      Tulsa Undergraduate Research Challenge (TURC) is an innovative program that enables undergraduates to conduct advanced research with the guidance of top UTulsa professors.

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    • Internal Funding

      At The University of Tulsa we prioritize the advancement of innovative research and the support of our faculty and students in their academic endeavors. Internal funding offers essential resources aimed at strengthening research efforts across a wide range of disciplines.

      Internal Funding Opportunities

    Top 100 Private U.S. Research Institution

    No. 20 U.S. STEM University

    Research Renaissance

    A Reputation for Research

     

    Tulsa Undergraduate Research Challenge

    Tulsa Undergraduate Research Challenge (TURC) is an innovative program that enables undergraduates to take challenging courses and conduct advanced research with the guidance of top TU professors.

    TURC

    I was able to plan, discuss, and run experiments on my own. I had the support and mentoring of [faculty] and my lab mates, but the ability to come into the lab and plan out the experiments is a great way to develop your skills and independence in the lab.

    Payten Harville BS '21

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