National Science Foundation Research Experience for Undergraduates
Information for faculty on the NSF Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program, including how to apply for REU Sites and Supplements, and contact information.
NSF offers paid opportunities for undergraduates to expand skills in science and engineering through programs like REU, IRES, and the Pathways Internship Program.
Undergraduate students who are citizens or permanent residents of the United States or its territories are eligible for REU.; Undergraduate or graduate students who are citizens, nationals or permanent residents of the United States are eligible for IRES.; Current students in high schools, colleges, trade schools and other qualifying educational institutions are eligible for Pathways.
Application materials
Statement of purpose; Transcripts; Reference letters; Additional materials may be required for REU and IRES.
How to apply
Contact an REU site for information and application materials.; Find REU sites via the NSF REU Site Search or NSF Education and Training Application website.; Contact researchers with IRES funding for information and application materials.; Find IRES projects via the NSF IRES Project Search or NSF Education and Training Application website.; Apply for Pathways internships through USAJOBS.
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