June 20, 2027 – August 20, 2027

December 1, 2026

March 1, 2027

• Applicants must be a U.S. citizens or permanent resident.

• Students must be 18 years old by the beginning of the REU start date.

Note: This program prioritizes students from non-IMOD partnering locations who have completed one or two years of  college

Up to $7,000 (or $700/week)

• Non-local students will be provided with travel reimbursement up to $600

• Participants will receive on-campus housing 

• Participants will receive a modest food allowance in addition to the stipend

Optoelectronic devices that generate, sense, and control light underpin the modern information-technology era. As society is increasingly reliant on such devices, the study of optoelectronics enables new technologies ranging from ubiquitous sensors and photorealistic virtual reality displays to quantum-based information technologies. Often these advance rely on the synthesis of highly precise materials and the integration of different materials into functional optoelectronic devices and systems. IMOD is developing new classes of optoelectronic materials, devices, and systems with research projects in a broad range of disciplines that REU students can choose from, including the areas of chemistry, physics, materials science & engineering, and electrical & computer engineering.

• Personal Statement

  • Up to 750 words

  • Prompt: Share your background, motivation, and personal journey—explaining who you are, how your experiences have shaped your path, and why you’re a strong fit for this program. 

• Statement of Purpose

  • Up to 750 words

  • Prompt: Address your academic and professional goals, research interests, and how this program will help you achieve them

• Names and contact information for two references

  • Note: References do not have to be faculty, but can include mentors or others who can speak to your education, skills, or potential. References cannot include family.

• Lab Host Choices (3)

  • Note: Please rank your choices and explain why you want to work with this lab

• Unofficial transcript(s)

• Resume/CV