The Summer 2020 Chemistry REU Program has been cancelled due to uncertainty surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic. We plan to be back in Summer 2021!
Welcome! The Department of Chemistry at the University of Kansas is proud to have sponsored a National Science Foundation-supported Research Experience for Undergraduates Program for over 30 years. The program provides initial research experiences for a diverse group of 10-12 students in a highly collaborative and interdisciplinary research environment. Undergraduates attending any U.S. university or college who are majoring in chemistry or a closely related field, and who are considering a career and perhaps graduate study in chemistry, are encouraged to apply.
Key components of this program are career enhancement and educational activities that encourage and prepare the students for graduate studies and careers in emerging and interdisciplinary areas of the chemical sciences (the current focus is sustainability in chemistry). Close interactions between the participants and their faculty, graduate student, and postdoctoral mentors provide guidance and feedback throughout the program and beyond. In addition, the students develop important skills for the oral and written presentation of their research accomplishments and are encouraged to present their REU outcomes at national or regional scientific meetings.
Each participant in the KU Chemistry REU Program receives a competitive stipend plus full room and board and a travel allowance, a total value of approximately $8800.
Follow us on:
The University of Kansas is an equal opportunity institution.
Minorities, women, and students with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
The KU Chemistry REU Program is committed to providing a safe and supportive learning environment for all participants. The program does not tolerate harassment or any other form of personal misconduct by participants, mentors, or program staff, or retaliation in response to reported incidents of alleged misconduct. Click here to view the full policy.
The KU Academic Achievement and Access Center is dedicated to providing necessary services for individuals with special needs.
