Biology:
National Science Foundation (NSF)
The NSF site gives a brief sentence on the research interest of each school
Click HERE to view 140 different programs related to the biological sciences
Application deadlines vary but fall within late January to early February 2024.
Cold Springs Harbor Laboratory
Offering REU programs in molecular biology & cancer, genetics & genomics, neuroscience, plant biology and quantitative biology.
Application deadline is January 15th, 2024.
Click here for Application and additional information.
The University of Chicago
Offering REU programs in Biological Sciences and Marine Biological Laboratory Programs
Application deadlines vary but fall within late January to early February 2024.
Click HERE for more information.
New Mexico NISE Bootcamp
Students with no research experience will be paid to conduct Microbiology and Bioinformatics research at NMSU
Application deadline is February 1, 2024.
Click HERE for application and additional information.
The Leadership Alliance
Offering Summer Research - Early Identification Programs in Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Education, Engineering, Humanities, Life Sciences, Mathematics, Physical Science, Psychology, and Social Sciences
Click HERE for more information
Application Deadline is February 1, 2024
The University of Arizona Graduate College
Offering Undergraduate Research Opportunities Consortium (UROC) for students in ALL DISCIPLINES including social sciences, humanities and STEM
Application deadline is February 1, 2024
Click HERE for more information
Washington University in St. Louis
Offering REU programs related to public health, biology, biomedical, neuroscience and genetics
Application deadline is February 1st.
Click for Application and additional information and here for opportunities in their genome institute.
Duquesne University
Is inviting undergraduate biology majors to apply to their 10-week summer undergraduate research program entitled "Interdisciplinary Biology Research & Community-Engaged Learning," also known as the CIRCLE Program (Connecting Interdisciplinary Research with Community-engaged Learning Experiences). Participation in research is a great way to gain hands-on experience, make new contacts, explore career options, and build resumes.
Applicants should apply through the Summer Undergraduate Research Program application and include their interest in the Biology CIRCLE program in their personal statement.
You can APPLY HERE.
Deadline to apply - Friday, February 16, 2024.
The Big 10 Academic Alliance
Offering a Summer Research Opportunities Program. All disciplines are available for research opportunities at top research universities.
Click HERE fore more information.
The Boston University
Offering a Summer Institute in Biostatistics.
Application deadline is March 2024.
Click HERE for more information on this program.
Washington University in St. Louis
Summer Internships in Biomedical Informatics & Data Science at the Institute for Informatics (BIDS@I2). BIDS@I2 is a funded, 12-week internship opportunity allowing undergraduate students from diverse backgrounds to explore the field of biomedical informatics. Click HERE for more information. Application closes January 15, 2024.
The University of Nebraska
Offering summer research programs in beneficial insects, bioenergy systems, biomedical engineering, chemistry, materials research science and engineering center (MRSEC), minority health disparities, molecular plant-microbe interaction, nanotechnology coordinated infrastructure, redox biology, sustainability of civil infrastructures in rural environments, systems biology of plant and microbiome, unmanned systems and virology.
For more information, click here.
The University of Notre Dame
Offering summer research opportunities in several departments. Click on each one for more information: Nano Science, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Biochemistry and Biology Interface Program.
Application due February 2024.
University of Rochester
Nanophotonics, Quantum Photonics, and Vision/Biomedical Optics at University of Rochester aims to create a well-defined pipeline to a career in photonics for REU participants. Click here for more information.
Applications close February 15, 2024
Computational Biology University of Maryland
This Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) program is open to university level undergrad students. Applicants from other universities are encouraged. Applicants must be U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, or permanent residents of the United States.
Applicants should apply here.
See HERE for advice on how to strengthen your application
University of Utah Health, Genomics Summer Research Institute for Minorities
The Genomics Summer Research for Minorities (GSRM) internship provides a ten-week summer research program for undergraduate students interested in in biosciences or bioinformatics with a focus on genomics research, including ethical, legal and social implications (ELSI) of genomics research.
Applications are due by January 31, 2024
For application process and more information click here.
The Jackson Laboratory: Genetics and Genomics
The Summer Student Program is designed for students who want to immerse themselves in genetics and genomics research. It emphasizes laboratory discovery, communication of knowledge, and professional growth.
Applications are due January 39, 2024 @ 12:00pm eastern standard time.
See HERE for more information
Washington University in St. Louis: The McDonnell Genomics Institute
Opportunities in Genomics Research (OGR) invites talented and motivated students to participate in our summer (Undergraduate Scholars) or post-baccalaureate (Extensive Study) research programs. The goal of OGR is to increase the number of underrepresented students who pursue the PhD in genomics and related fields, and both programs are open to students who are members of an underrepresented group as defined by the NIH: https://diversity.nih.gov/about-us/population-underrepresented
Applications due February 15, 2024
Click HERE for more information and application
Chemistry:
Click the link here to view 72 different programs for students interested in pursuing a REU in chemistry via the National Science Foundation (NSF). Click here to view the individual schools. The NSF site gives a brief sentence on the research interest of each school, so you can decide if that school offers research that is of interest to you.
The University of Arizona Graduate College is offering Undergraduate Research Opportunities Consortium (UROC) for students in ALL DISCIPLINES including social sciences, humanities and STEM. Application deadline is February 1, 2024. Click HERE for more information.
University of Pennsylvania is offering a REU entitled, "Novel Techniques and Applications in Catalyst Research Development and Molecular Dynamics." Within this REU, projects are available in catalytic method development, catalyst development, synthetic applications and molecular dynamics. Application deadline is February 1, 2024. Click HERE for more information.
The Big 10 Academic Alliance is offering a Summer Research Opportunities Program. All disciplines are available for research opportunities at top research universities. Click HERE for more information.
The University of Nebraska is offering summer research programs in beneficial insects, bioenergy systems, biomedical engineering, chemistry, materials research science and engineering center (MRSEC), minority health disparities, molecular plant-microbe interaction, nanotechnology coordinated infrastructure, redox biology, sustainability of civil infrastructures in rural environments, systems biology of plant and microbiome, unmanned systems and virology. For more information, click here.
The University of Notre Dame is offering summer research opportunities in several departments. Click on each one for more information: Nano Science, Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Biochemistry and Biology Interface Program. Application due February 1st.
Miami University of Ohio is offering a summer REU in chemistry and biochemistry. Application deadline is February 24, 2022. Click here for more information.
Diversity Summer Internship Program (DSIP) at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health is now accepting applications for Summer 2024 (deadline: February 1st, 2024). The Diversity Summer Internship Program (DSIP) is an 8-week summer program that provides highly qualified undergraduates with a graduate-level, independent research project in the biomedical or public health field. The Bloomberg School is committed to expanding the talent pool for the public health field and to nurturing interest in public health professions by students from underrepresented groups and diverse backgrounds. Underrepresented groups, in the biomedical and health sciences, include individuals from underrepresented racial and ethnic groups, individuals with disabilities, individuals from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, and women. Learn More Here. Apply Directly Here.
The University of Rochester Summer REU program in Chemistry Research for Medicine and Energy, Students accepted into the program will join the research group of a participating faculty member within the Chemistry Department, who will serve as their mentor and research advisor throughout the summer. A list of participating faculty members is provided further below. The students are matched to a faculty mentor and research group according to their research interests as specified in their application and based on the available faculty mentors and projects. To apply for this program, you should complete and submit an online application. Application Deadline: February 15, 2024.
NYU Department of Chemistry: The REU program is a National Science Foundation (NSF) funded initiative that supports active research participation by undergraduate students. The REU Site in Chemical Biology at NYU offers an intensive interdisciplinary research program at the interface of chemistry and biology to the participating students. The 10-week summer program hosts roughly ten undergraduate students per year. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and levels of research experience, and we encourage applications from students from underrepresented groups in science. To apply for this program, you should complete and submit an online application. Application Deadline: March 1, 2024.