Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) Application Information

The REU application collects basic demographic and background information, such as current GPA and number of credit hours earned. This is also where students indicate research programs and mentor preferences.

2013 Application

Research Rankings

If you're interested in applying to more than one research program, it's not necessary to complete an application for each program. The online application allows applicants to rank multiple programs. However, because of the competitive nature of the application process, accepted students are usually offered a position by the program ranked first. Research program rankings are important, so be sure to research the programs before completing the online application.

Corrections

If you discover a mistake after completing the online application, please do not complete the application again. Instead, send an email to etank@niu.edu providing details on the correction needed and we'll be happy to make the correction for you.

Email

It's also important to know that all communication regarding the NIU Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) Program is sent to the email address provided on the online application, so please use an email address you check frequently. If you need to update your email address, email etank@niu.edu with the old and new email addresses and we'll update your file.