To be considered for the summer program (summer, 2026), students are encouraged to apply starting in November 2025. The application deadline is March 1, 2026. To apply, complete the Application Form (link below) and upload the required documents as a single pdf file. 

How to Apply:

1) Complete the Application Form here. 

2) Statement of Goals: The statement of goals should be no longer than one page (single spaced). Include your reasons for wanting to do research, why you are a good fit for the program, how you feel this program will benefit you, and a short list of research areas that interest you.* 

3) Copy of your most recent official transcript*

4) A one-page résumé*

5) Letters of recommendation: Two Letters of Recommendation from professors who can serve as references for you are required. Please have your referees submit their recommendations electronically to chemistryreu@okstate.edu. Additionally, please provide their name, email address, and phone number in the Application Form. 

*Files 2-4 should be combined into a single .PDF file. The size of the pdf file should be less than 10 MB. 

Application deadline: March 1, 2026

The program will start in May of 2026.