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Full proposal deadline: Third Wednesday in August, annually. Next deadline: August 19, 2026.
Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) is a grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) that funds intensive research experiences for undergraduate students across any NSF-supported area of research. The program operates through two mechanisms: REU Sites, which engage cohorts of students in themed research projects at host institutions, and REU Supplements, which attach individual students to active NSF research awards.
Eligible applicants are U.S. institutions of higher education. Funding amounts vary by project scope and are listed in the official notice. The application deadline for the current cycle is August 19, 2026.
This program is an excellent opportunity for institutions to introduce undergraduates to hands-on scientific inquiry.
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Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) | NSF - U.S. National Science Foundation Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) NSF's implementation of the revised 2 CFR NSF Financial Assistance awards (grants and cooperative agreements) made on or after October 1, 2024, will be subject to the applicable set of award conditions, dated October 1, 2024, available on the NSF website .
These terms and conditions are consistent with the revised guidance specified in the OMB Guidance for Federal Financial Assistance published in the Federal Register on April 22, 2024.
Important information for proposers All proposals must be submitted in accordance with the requirements specified in this funding opportunity and in the NSF Proposal & Award Policies & Procedures Guide (PAPPG) that is in effect for the relevant due date to which the proposal is being submitted. It is the responsibility of the proposer to ensure that the proposal meets these requirements.
Submitting a proposal prior to a specified deadline does not negate this requirement.
Updates to NSF Research Security Policies On July 10, 2025, NSF issued an Important Notice providing updates to the agency's research security policies, including a research security training requirement, Malign Foreign Talent Recruitment Program annual certification requirement, prohibition on Confucius institutes and an updated FFDR reporting and submission timeline.
Supports intensive research by undergraduate students in any NSF-funded area of research. REU Sites engage a cohort of students in research projects related to a theme. REU Supplements engage students in research related to a new or ongoing NSF research award.
Supports intensive research by undergraduate students in any NSF-funded area of research. REU Sites engage a cohort of students in research projects related to a theme. REU Supplements engage students in research related to a new or ongoing NSF research award.
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 NSF grants or cooperative agreements or may be requested for ongoing NSF-funded research projects. REU projects with an international dimension are welcome. Undergraduate student participants in either REU Sites or REU Supplements must be U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, or U.S. permanent residents.
Students do not apply to NSF to participate in REU activities, and NSF does not select students for the opportunities. Investigators who receive REU awards establish their own process for receiving and reviewing applications and selecting students, and students follow the instructions provided by each REU Site or REU Supplement to apply. (In some cases, investigators pre-select students for REU Supplements.)
To identify appropriate REU Sites, students should consult the directory of active REU Sites on the Web at https://www. nsf. gov/crssprgm/reu/reu_search.
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jsp June 21, 2022 - DBI Virtual Office Hour: Training Programs April 15, 2022 - DMS Virtual Office Hours June 25, 2021 - DMS Virtual Office Hours June 18, 2021 - POSTPONED: DMS Virtual Office Hours January 21, 2021 - DMS Virtual Office Hours Funded as part of this Program Astronomy Research Experiences for Undergraduates Sites (AST REU Sites) BIO Research Experience for Undergraduates Sites (BIO REU Sites) Chemistry Research Experiences for Undergraduates Sites (CHE REU Sites) CISE Research Experiences for Undergraduates Sites (CISE REU Sites) Mathematical Sciences Research Experiences for Undergraduates Sites (DMS REU Sites) OCE Research Experiences for Undergraduates Sites (OCE REU Sites) Research Experiences for Teachers: Supplement Opportunity (RET) SBE Research Experiences for Undergraduates Sites (SBE REU Sites) Additional program resources REU Information for Students REU Information for Faculty Awards made through this program Browse projects funded by this program Map of recent awards made through this program Directorate for Biological Sciences (BIO) Directorate for Computer and Information Science and Engineering (CISE) Directorate for STEM Education (EDU) Directorate for Engineering (ENG) Directorate for Geosciences (GEO) Directorate for Mathematical and Physical Sciences (MPS) Directorate for Social, Behavioral and Economic Sciences (SBE) Directorate for Technology, Innovation and Partnerships (TIP) Office of Integrative Activities (OD/OIA) Office of International Science and Engineering (OD/OISE) This program provides educational opportunities for Undergraduate students.
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: U. S. institutions of higher education. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
Current published award information indicates See official notice Always verify allowable costs, matching requirements, and funding caps directly in the sponsor documentation.
The current target date is August 19, 2026. Build your timeline backwards from this date to cover registrations, approvals, attachments, and final submission checks.
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America's Seed Fund (SBIR/STTR) - Robotics (R) Topic is sponsored by National Science Foundation (NSF). This NSF SBIR/STTR topic focuses on robot intelligence and experiential learning, specifically in high-performance processors or hardware that provide situational awareness and improved artificial intelligence. It encourages innovations in voice, obstacle and image recognition, emotional response, and hand-eye coordination. Proposals that borrow features from animal nervous systems and include biologists, neuroscientists, and psychologists are also encouraged. The program also seeks proposals for next-generation automation, flexible assembly lines for mass customization, advanced control with agile robotic systems, and applications supporting individuals with disabilities, healthcare, smart drones, and personal robots.
Fire Science Innovations through Research and Education (FIRE) Program is a grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) that funds convergent, multidisciplinary research to improve the understanding, prediction, and societal resilience to wildland fire. The program supports research spanning fire behavior, community impacts, infrastructure vulnerability, ecological interactions, and firefighter safety. Eligible applicants include universities, nonprofits, state and local governments, and collaborative teams of scientists, educators, community members, industry partners, and Tribal representatives. Proposals are due April 7, 2026. Award amounts vary based on project scope. NSF requires all proposals to follow the current PAPPG guidelines and updated research security policies.