Tuesday, May 25, 2027 to Friday, July 30, 2027
Applications for the 2027 CS AI ED REU will open in November
Application Deadline: February 2, 2027
Overview
This “Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Education” Research Experiences for Undergraduates Site (CSAIED-REU) will immerse a diverse group of undergraduate and community college students in a vibrant research community of faculty and graduate students working on user-centered research, developing prototypes and features for educational tools and programs to be used in classroom settings. Participant teams will pilot their studies in informal learning environments, meet daily with near-peer mentors, give progress reports at regular lab meetings, and deliver final presentations at local and national conferences. We will recruit students from community colleges and universities with limited research opportunities.
Provide access to research experiences in AI & computing by immersing each student in the activities and culture of a research lab.
Increase students’ understanding of computing research methodologies.
Increase students’ awareness of the broad array of computing education and AI research disciplines.
Provide students with multiple points of support from peers and faculty mentors.
Increase students’ understanding of applying to and preparing for entrance and success in computing doctoral programs.
Work with active and experienced research faculty on emerging and socially relevant AI research topics.
Receive a $7,000 stipend, housing, and summer parking on campus.
Students are eligible to apply for funding to travel to a conference.
Applicant must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident of the United States.
Applicant must be and remain an undergraduate student in good standing.
Applicant must plan to complete a degree program.
Students must participate in lab activities for a minimum of 40 hours per week at the REU site.
Students must attend weekly lab meetings.
Students must prepare and submit a written report of the work done.
Students must give an oral presentation of work performed at the REU Site.
Students may participate in CSAIED REU programs at NC State for a maximum of two summers.
High school graduates who have been accepted to an undergraduate institution but who have not yet started their undergraduate studies are also eligible to participate.
Visit the Application Page