We encourage applications from students who are enthusiastic about participating in a collaborative and hands-on learning environment, experiencing the iconic coastal ecosystems of South Florida, attaining professional skills to prepare for multiple career pathways, and developing a network of researchers and peers from across the country. Significant past experience in ecological research is NOT required.
Eligibility
- Potential REU's must be U.S. citizens, U.S. nationals, or permanent residents of the United States
- Applicants must plan to attend the entire 10-week program (May 20, 2024 through July 26, 2024).No exceptions. All in-person attendance.
- Applicants must plan to be full-time students enrolled in a college/university for at least one semester after the summer program (e.g., Fall 2024).
- Applicants should be undergraduate students in the discipline/major related to the Mentors project list that is chosen.
- Applicants should have completed at least two semesters of coursework in environment-related topics.
- Applicants cannot be enrolled in summer coursework while enrolled in the NSF Site REU program or work a part-time job.
- Applicants must attend and participate in the professional development workshops that occur 1x a week.
- Applicants must fulfill program objectives completely, to receive the full stipend (awarded in three (3) installments: beginning, middle, end).
How to Apply
The application window is Nov. 28 2023 - Jan. 30, 2024. Late/incomplete applications will not be accepted. Applications will be reviewed in early February. All applicants will be officially notified of their status (acceptance/rejection) by email in mid-March.
Applicants will be expected to submit the following items:
If you have any questions, please email CoastalREU@fiu.edu.
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