About the REU Program

Program Timeline

  • January 14: Online Application Opens
  • March 1: Application Deadline
    • All materials, including faculty recommendations must be received by this date at 4:30 PM CST. 
  • March 18: Admissions Decisions Complete
    • All students will be notified of their status through the email address provided on the REU Application and must promptly respond with their decisions, if accepted.
  • May: Travel arrangements and pre-program information
    • Air travel will be purchased on your behalf and other travel will be confirmed.  Roommate information and other details about campus and DeKalb will be provided.  
    • Faculty mentors and/or REU Coordinator will contact scholars with readings and other preparation material prior to the start of the REU Program.
  • Early June: Travel to DeKalb, welcome, and orientation
  • August 9: End of REU Program; students check out of residence hall and depart campus (Aug. 11)