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What is the Charles Center?
We support transformative undergraduate research experiences beyond the classroom and across disciplines.
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Student experiences
Undergraduate research, internships & applied learning, and scholars, Honors, & journalism programs
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Faculty opportunities
Undergraduate research mentorship, co-curricular support, and curricular innovation
Your support makes it possible!
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1 in 5
W&M undergraduates who benefit from Charles Center programs
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270+
Charles Center-supported undergraduate research experiences
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60+
Charles Center-funded summer internships
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Mentored Research
300+ undergraduate students received Charles Center funding in support of their research this year.
Interested in learning how to apply for research support?
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Honors Program
Completing an Honors project can be one of the most academically rewarding experiences of a student's undergraduate career and can enhance career opportunities and graduate school applications.
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Internships & Applied Learning
Looking to gain career skills by pursuing your academic passion in the summer?
Check out these opportunities to gain valuable experience researching and devising solutions to real-world problems.
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Scholars Programs
The W&M Scholars Undergraduate Research Experience (WMSURE), James Monroe Scholars, 1693 Scholars, and Sharpe Community Scholars programs provide enhanced opportunities for undergraduate research and collaboration with faculty members.
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Journalism Programs
We offer a range of opportunities for undergraduates to learn the craft of writing for public audiences from the nation's top practitioners.
Whether it's through the Sharp Journalism Seminar, a paid self-designed summer internship experience, or a substantial scholarship toward your graduate study in journalism, we'll support you and the next generation of journalists every step of the way.
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Support for Faculty
The Charles Center offers a range of opportunities to support faculty research and teaching, including faculty mentorship support, co-curricular support, curricular innovation support, and term professorships and fellowships.
Summer Research Spotlight
Footnotes
Check out the latest Charles Center news!
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Support Us
Currently, 1 out of every 5 W&M undergraduates pursues mentored research through Charles Center experiences.
Help us do more.
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USPS Mailing Address
Charles Center William & Mary P.O. Box 8795 Williamsburg, VA 23187-8795
Map & DirectionsShipping Address
Charles Center William & Mary 254 Blow Memorial Hall 262 Richmond Road Williamsburg, VA 23185
Map & DirectionsHours
- Monday - Friday: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.