2026 BROADN Aerobiome REU Application

2026 BROADN Aerobiome SURF Application

Applications submitted by January 30, 2026 will receive priority consideration. However, the application process will remain open until all positions are filled.
Name*

First NameLast Name
Email address*
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Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Current School*
Anticipated Graduation Date*
If you are expected to graduate in May of 2026, you are not eligible to apply for this program.
Undergraduate Major
I will need summer housing in CSU dormsI will need a summer meal planI have housing in Fort Collins, COI need a parking pass for Summer 2026I do NOT need housing or a meal plan for Summer 2026I will need financial support to travel to Fort Collins, CO from out of state
My advisor and/or a professorA student peer told me about itA direct emailThe BROADN websiteAn internet searchOther
In 100 words or less, please describe your personal and professional aspirations/goals for a STEM-related career.*

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In 100 words or less, please describe what you hope to learn and take away from participating in the BROADN REU summer program. What skills and abilities would you like to develop should you obtain a BROADN summer internship?*

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In 100 words or less, please describe what skills and experiences you have that will benefit you in this undergraduate research program.*

Examples may include: taken courses that taught specific techniques, held a job that gave you relevant skills, communicated verbally, written, or visually, researched literature and understood technical, scientific information, collaborated well with team members, previous laboratory research or fieldwork experience, volunteer work, clubs or organizations, etc.0/100
In 100 words or less, please describe your research interests and list the top two BROADN project title numbers and explain why they interest you. Please refer to the potential projects listed on the SURF webpage: https://broadn.colostate.edu/undergraduate-research/*

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Please attach an unofficial academic transcript.*

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Please attach a current CV or resume. *

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Guides to writing a CV or resume can be found here.
Please have TWO references send a letter of recommendation by email to BROADN_info@colostate.edu by the close of business on Friday, February 6, 2026.

Please use the subject line: "BROADN REU Reference for [Your Name]."

It is preferable that this reference has some knowledge of your performance in an academic setting, especially within classrooms and laboratories.
Please provide the full name of your 1st reference. *

First NameLast Name
Please provide an email address for your 1st reference.*
example@example.com
Please provide a phone number for your 1st reference.*
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Please provide the full name of your 2nd reference. *

First NameLast Name
Please provide an email address for your 2nd reference.*
example@example.com
Please provide a phone number for your 2nd reference.*
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Tips for letters of recommendation can be found here.

An overview of the potential projects for Summer 2026 can be found here.
I certify that I am a U.S. citizen, U.S. National, or permanent resident of the United States.
If you have any questions, please contact REU Program Director Dr. Brad Borlee at Brad.Borlee@colostate.edu.
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2026 BROADN Aerobiome SURF Application