Skip to content
OpenDue August 19, 2026

Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU)

National Science Foundation

Who can apply

US-based academic institutions. Non-profit research organizations. Qualified researchers (typically requires US citizenship or permanent residency)

About this opportunity

The Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program supports active research participation by undergraduate students in any of the areas of research funded by the National Science Foundation. REU projects involve students in meaningful ways in ongoing research programs or in research projects specifically designed for the REU program. This solicitation features two mechanisms for supporting student research: REU Sites are based on independent proposals to initiate and conduct projects that engage a number of students in research. REU Sites may be based in a single discipline or academic department or may offer interdisciplinary or multi-department research opportunities with a coherent intellectual theme. REU Supplements may be included as a component of proposals for new or renewal ...

Finding similar opportunities...