Writing an Abstract

The URC is happy to supply multiple resources in readying your abstract for successful submission!

Need help? Attend a workshop!

Abstract workshop event details TBD.

Sample Abstracts

View sample abstracts written by MTSU students. 

View Peer Abstracts

NCUR Abstract Archive

View sample abstracts vetted by faculty and administrators in higher education nationwide!  Click the "View Sample Abstracts" button below to search by discipline or subject.  The Abstract Archive will populate abstract submissions from previous National Council on Undergraduate Research (NCUR) conferences. 

View Abstract Archive

Submitting an Abstract - Opens on February 1, 2023

Abstracts must be submitted electronically to the Scholars Week abstract submission website.  You will create an account and follow the instructions for submission.
In order to submit your abstract, you will need the following information:  

• First author's name, classification, department, and MTSU email
• Faculty mentor's name and email
• Presentation time selection (there is no virtual poster presentation option)
• Title of Poster/Abstract
• Abstract of Project (150-300 words)

Acceptance notifications and event details will be distributed via the registrant's email.

We look forward to reviewing your submission!
If you have any questions, please contact Jamie Burriss at Jamie.Burriss@mtsu.edu.