There are hundreds of summer programs hosted at other universities that may be of interest to UW students and many tools you can use to find opportunities that may be a good fit for you and your goals.
Some of these search tools allow you to refine your search based on a variety of factors, including
- academic achievement,
- field of study,
- career goals,
- communities you belong you,
- identities you carry,
- research areas you want to contribute to.
As you use those tools, you can start by searching broadly for opportunities that match your interests, experiences, and needs, before deciding which programs may be best for you and which you want to apply for.
The websites included below can be a great start point as you search for research programs around the U.S. and the world, but we encourage you to expand your search beyond them.
Search Tools
National Science Foundation Programs
The National Science Foundation (NSF) funds many Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) in a range of academic disciplines at sites across the country. Search for an NSF REU site.
Pathways to Science
The Institute for Broadening Participation’s Pathways to Science project maintains a searchable database of programs in the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics fields. Additionally, this search tool works for non-STEM programs as well, including social sciences, business, and arts and media! Make sure to explore the Advanced Search function to find the programs that best match your interests and goals. Please check program sites for specific eligibility criteria and information.
The Office of Undergraduate Research also curates bi-weekly newsletter, about research opportunities and support, including summer research programs. Join our newsletter today.