2024-25 COE-URP Scholars Program Application

The application will remain open from April 1 to May 15, 2024. To apply, submit the required documents detailed below to berc@mtsu.edu. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us via email or at (615) 898-2610.

Eligibility

Rising MTSU Sophomores and Juniors with a GPA of 3.5 or above for college coursework.

Required Documents

Resume
Unofficial Transcript
Faculty Reference Letter (Signed and submitted to berc@mtsu.edu by the faculty member)
Essay (2 page maximum)

Essay

In less than two pages, please respond to the following prompt: Livability is a crucial aspect of urban and regional planning. In your own words, describe what you believe makes a city or region livable. What livability challenges are being faced by cities today? How might these challenges be addressed to create more equitable and sustainable communities?

Meeting Requirements

When applying, please keep in mind that, if accepted, you are expected to attend the required meetings, which are from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm on one Friday every month of the program.

Contact Us

Business and Economic Research Center

Mailing Address:

1301 E. Main, Box 102

Middle Tennessee State University

Murfreesboro, TN 37132

Telephone:

615-898-2610

Email:

berc@mtsu.edu