The 2026 LAKES REU program will run from June 7th to August 8th, 2026. Applications will open at the end of October and all applications and supporting materials will be due February 1st. Please read the rest of this page before starting your application.
Students can apply to work on one of 4 projects for the summer and the mentors and projects will be announced soon.
Stay Tuned for the 2026 project descriptions....
Eligibility
Eligible students include those who:
- are available for the duration of the 9-week program from early June through early August (June 7th to August 8th, 2026)
- are enrolled in an undergraduate program
- have not graduated by June 2026
- are not attending classes in Summer 2026
We prioritize students who are most interested in working with the subject matter and research interests of our faculty mentors.
Apply
Before starting the application form, please be prepared with a transcript (unofficial is fine), resume, personal statement, and names/emails of 2-3 professional references. The personal statement should be one or two pages explaining your interest in the LAKES REU and how it fits with your skills and future academic plans.
- What skills and knowledge will you bring to the project and our research?
- How will participation in the LAKES REU help you to achieve your goals?
- How is this REU and the research we will be doing meaningful, relevant, or interesting to you?