Can I Participate in an REU at a Different Institution?

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Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REUs) are designed to allow students to participate in research at institutions other than their degree-awarding schools. Many universities prefer to accept students from outside their own programs for REU opportunities, as this fosters collaboration and exposure to different academic environments. While students can engage with professors at their own institutions during the summer, these opportunities may not be classified under the REU program.

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Hello!

Is it possible for me to do an REU at an institution other than my degree awarding institution? If so, is this encouraged?

Thank you!
 
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cla7907 said:
Hello!

Is it possible for me to do an REU at an institution other than my degree awarding institution? If so, is this encouraged?

Thank you!

That's generally how it's done...
 
That's the point of REUs - to study at a different school with a new professor. In fact, many schools won't consider their own students for their REU program - but you can still work with professors there over the summer, just not through the REU.
 

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