Research Experiences for Undergraduates
The Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program supports undergraduates in active research across various NSF-funded areas, in the form of sites or supplements for US citizens or residents, with projects offering interdisciplinary opportunities and an international dimension.
Funder: U.S. National Science Foundation
Due Dates: August 18, 2027 (Full proposals)
Funding Amounts: $5,000–$500,000 per award; REU Sites typically receive $100,000–$155,000 annually for three years
Summary: Supports meaningful undergraduate participation in NSF-funded research through cohort-based REU Sites and supplements to research awards.
Key Information: NSF-supported student participants must be U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, or U.S. permanent residents.
Description
The National Science Foundation’s REU program supports undergraduate participation in any research area funded by NSF. Students engage meaningfully in ongoing research or projects designed specifically for undergraduate research training, with close mentoring, appropriate facilities, and professional development. Activities may occur during the summer, academic year, or both, and projects with an international dimension are welcome.
REU Sites support cohorts working within a discipline or across departments around a coherent intellectual theme. REU Supplements support undergraduate participation within new, renewal, or ongoing NSF research projects. The program seeks to attract and retain students in science and engineering careers, broaden geographic and demographic participation, and reach students who otherwise have limited research opportunities. Participation by first- and second-year undergraduates is encouraged.
