VIP Pathways for Students
This page provides information for students at different stages of participation in the VIP Program.
For students who are interested in VIP but not yet enrolled in a VIP Team.
VIP (Vertical Integrated Projects) gives students the opportunity to earn academic credit while working on long‑term, faculty‑led research projects.
As a prospective VIP student, you can expect to:
- Join a multidisciplinary team led by a faculty member
- Work on real research or design projects that continue across semesters
- Collaborate with students from different majors and class years
- Build skills while earning academic credit
No prior research experience is required. Teams vary in focus, size, and skill needs.
For students currently participating in a VIP Team.
Students currently enrolled in VIP are active members of a project team and participate each semester through a credit‑bearing course.
As a current VIP student, you will:
- Contribute to ongoing research, design, or development work
- Collaborate regularly with your team and faculty mentor
- Receive academic credit through your department
- Develop technical, professional, and teamwork skills
Responsibilities vary by team and experience level and typically increase over time.
For students planning to continuing in VIP across multiple semesters.
Continuing VIP students remain on the same VIP team to support long-term project continuity. Students can build on their experience through serving as VIP Peer Mentors, additional undergraduate research programs, funding opportunities, and professional development at Â鶹ŮÀÉ.
You may:
- Take on increased responsibility or leadership roles
- Mentor newer team members
- Contribute to long‑term project planning and continuity
- Deepen technical or research expertise
This page provides information for students at different stages of participation in the VIP Program.
VIP (Vertical Integrated Projects) gives students the opportunity to earn academic credit while working on long‑term, faculty‑led research projects.
As a prospective VIP student, you can expect to:
- Join a multidisciplinary team led by a faculty member
- Work on real research or design projects that continue across semesters
- Collaborate with students from different majors and class years
- Build skills while earning academic credit
No prior research experience is required. Teams vary in focus, size, and skill needs.
Students currently enrolled in VIP are active members of a project team and participate each semester through a credit‑bearing course.
As a current VIP student, you will:
- Contribute to ongoing research, design, or development work
- Collaborate regularly with your team and faculty mentor
- Receive academic credit through your department
- Develop technical, professional, and teamwork skills
Continuing VIP students remain on the same VIP team to support long-term project continuity. Students can build on their experience through serving as VIP Peer Mentors, additional undergraduate research programs, funding opportunities, and professional development at Â鶹ŮÀÉ.
You may:
- Take on increased responsibility or leadership roles
- Mentor newer team members
- Contribute to long‑term project planning and continuity
- Deepen technical or research expertise
VIP Teams are long‑term, faculty‑led research groups where students from all majors and experience levels collaborate across multiple semesters on real‑world challenges.
Resources for VIP Scholars
Welcome to the VIP Program! Use these quick links and opportunities to make the most of your research experience at Â鶹ŮÀÉ.
Quick Links for Current VIP Students
Â鶹ŮÀÉ Office of Undergraduate Research and Inquiry (OURI)
Explore research opportunities, funding, and support services.
Explore how meaningful college experiences—like mentorship, academic challenge, and faculty support—impact long-term success and well-being.
VIP Peer Mentor Opportunity
Are you a returning VIP student ready to lead and support others? The VIP Peer Mentor role is a professional, paid opportunity to mentor peers, assist faculty, and help grow the VIP community at Florida Atlantic.
- Mentoring students on research and transitioning to Â鶹ŮÀÉ
- Supporting one section of the VIP SLS course in Fall as a TA
- Assisting a VIP research team (non-grading role)
- Helping with Canvas, student writing, and classroom support
- Participating in outreach events and program planning
- Attending biweekly TA meetings and monthly check-ins with VIP staff
- Meeting regularly with their assigned VIP team
- Term is Fall 2025 – Spring 2026
- 5–10 hours per week, including class attendance, meetings, and mentoring
- Peer Mentors are paid a maximum of $750 per semester. Hours must be submitted bi-weekly through Workday.
Questions or interested in applying? Contact vip@fau.edu.