Environmental MicroplasticREU Application

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Summer 2026 Environmental Microplastic REU Application

REU Online Application

The Environmental Microplastic REU application is available through the NSF Education & Training Application (ETAP) portal.

Deadline

Completed applications, including transcripts and two (2) letters of recommendation must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. EST on Monday, January 26, 2026. Applicants will be notified of decisions by February 17, 2026.

Application Procedure

Apply for this opportunity through the National Science Foundation application portal. This online application asks students to provide:

  • Contact information,
  • Academic information (with upload of an unofficial college/university transcript(s)),
  • Short responses to the following questions:
    • What is your goal for the research experience?
    • What are your educational and career goals?
    • Do you enjoy being part of a team? Why or why not?
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  • Names and contact information for two faculty or academic mentors who will be contacted for a letter of recommendation. Please make sure to seek permission from your recommenders before submitting their names.

Eligibility

Undergraduate students (first-year or sophomore) working toward a degree in STEM with an interest in environmental science are encouraged to apply. Prior research experience is not required. Participants must be citizens or permanent residents of the United States.

Commitment to Inclusion and Diversity

In our REU program, we are committed to the success of each participant and mentor, and are dedicated to building a welcoming, inclusive environment that allows each person to bring their full self to their work, explore new ideas and take risks.

We are committed to:

  • Be a diverse community of people with ideas and approaches that make a difference locally, nationally and globally.
  • Develop solutions, processes, and knowledge for all people. We embrace the vision that diversity in our program generates better learning outcomes, better citizens, and better scientists.