RESEARCH EXPERIENCE FOR UNDERGRADUATES 

SUMMER 2026 (MAY 23 - JULY 31)

Program Description

The Chemistry Department at Oklahoma State University will host 10 undergraduate students for a 10-week summer program that will provide the students with an interdisciplinary research experience. The department consists of a diverse group of faculty, which currently has other sources of support from NSF, NIH, DOE, USDA and others.  Students will be working on projects that are appropriate for their skill level and designed to promote their interest in the chemical sciences.  Professional development training will expose the students to elements of graduate school and increase their awareness of career opportunities within the field of Chemistry.  The program will encourage participation by students from underrepresented groups and undergraduate students from primarily undergraduate institutions and community college.

Group trip to Cytovance Biologics (Oklahoma City)

Poster session

REU student at the bench

REU student learning chromatography

Department Facilities

The Department of Chemistry at Oklahoma State University houses a wide range of state-of-the-art equipment, both in individual and departmental laboratories. Click here to learn more about the available instrumentation and facilities in the Department of Chemistry. 

 

Compensation

Housing and meals are provided through the Oklahoma State University Residence Hall facilities. In addition, a $7000.00 stipend is awarded to all participants of the 10-week program.

 

Eligibility

NSF requires that participating students hold US citizenship or permanent residency, and that they are currently enrolled as an undergraduate student in Chemistry or very closely related discipline. Students who will graduate at the end of the Spring/Summer 2026 are NOT eligible for this program. 

 

Program date: Summer of 2026 (exact dates TBD)

Application deadline: March 1, 2026

 

Instructions on how to apply are here