Southern California Conference for Undergraduate Research 2026
About SCCUR 2026
The 2026 Southern California Conference for Undergraduate Research (SCCUR) annual meeting will be hosted in-person at San Diego State University on Nov. 21, 2026. The 2026 theme is "Upholding Discovery: The Indispensable Role of Research."
SCCUR is open to all undergraduate students across all disciplines and from any institution, including those outside of Southern California.
Submit an Abstract for SCCUR 2026
Abstract Submissions
Both abstract submission windows are now closed. Abstracts will be reviewed and either accepted or rejected.
Early Bird Abstract Submission Window
Regular Abstract Submission Window
Student presenters and their supporters must register to attend the Southern California Conference for Undergraduate Research. Ticket prices vary depending on time of registration and role. No refunds will be offered for registration fees paid.Register for SCCUR
Registration Ticket Types
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Student presenters MUST register by Nov. 8 at the latest.
Exhibitors MUST register by Nov. 6 at the latest.
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Kids 12 and under are free!
Group Registration
For groups interested in purchasing 10+ student registrations (pricing at $90/student), contact the 2026 SCCUR team via email ([email protected]) for more information by Oct. 1.
SDSU Students Only: Registration Fee Waiver
SDSU student presenters can request waive $90 in registration costs. If interested, SDSU student presenters should submit a waiver request form. Fee waivers are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Registration Refund Policy
We are not able to offer any refunds for registration. All registration fees are non-refundable.
Register to Volunteer!
Please register on Whova if you are interested in volunteering during the conference.
College and Industry Fair
We welcome graduate programs, companies, non-profits and other community partners to exhibit as part of the College and Industry Fair on Nov. 21. Exhibitors must complete registration by Nov. 6 after contacting the 2026 SCCUR organizers.
Important Dates
Schedule Overview
Poster sessions will be in 90-minute blocks as follows:
- 8 - 9:30 a.m.
- 9:30 - 11 a.m.
- 12:15 - 1:45 p.m.
- 1:45 - 3:15 p.m.
- 3:15 - 4:45 p.m.
Exhibit sessions will be in 90-minute blocks as follows:
- 8 - 9:30 a.m.
- 9:30 - 11 a.m.
- 12:15 - 1:45 p.m.
- 1:45 - 3:15 p.m.
- 3:15 - 4:45 p.m.
Oral presentation sessions will be in two-hour blocks as follows:
- 8 - 10 a.m.
- 12:15. - 2:15 p.m.
- 2:15 - 4:15 p.m.
Theatre sessions will be offered at two times:
- 8 - 9:45 a.m.
- 2:15 - 4:15 p.m.
The keynote will be from 11:15 a.m. to noon.
The Professional Development Session will be offered twice: from 10 - 11 a.m. and from 12:15 - 1:15 p.m. The session will be the same across the two sessions to accommodate presenters who are presenting during the session.
The College and Industry Fair will be held from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Hotels
The SCCUR 2026 organizing team has secured special rates for local hotels. Please book on or before the specified date to take advantage of the special group rates. Additional hotel information to come.
Sheraton Mission Valley San Diego
- 1433 Camino Del Rio South, San Diego, CA 92108
- $169 per night, complimentary self-parking
- Book by Oct. 20 or block is fully booked
Marriott Mission Valley
- 8757 Rio San Diego Drive, San Diego, CA 92108
- $189 per night
- Book by Oct. 30 at 5 p.m. or block is fully booked
The SCCUR 2026 organizing team is here to help! Reach out via email with any questions. Additional information will be posted on this webpage and on SCCUR.org as it becomes available.Contact SCCUR 2026 Team