This program offers a one-week residential research experience for undergraduates and is designed to provide hands-on opportunities in preparation for a Research Experience for Undergraduates (REU) position. Under the mentorship of Mote scientists, students will gain experience in scientific research and science communication and will build skills through career workshops. The goal of this program is to broaden participation of historically underserved, underrepresented groups in marine STEM including underrepresented minorities. (Underrepresented minorities are African Americans, Hispanics, American Indians, Alaska Natives, and Native Hawaiians or Other Pacific Islanders.) However, students of any race, ethnicity or identity are welcome to apply.
Application deadline: January 12, 2024 (Closed)
Applications for the Spring 2024 program are now closed. If you are interested in applying to the MarSci URE-PReP Program in the future, please complete the following interest form to be contacted when next application opens. Please note that the link below is not an application.
Eligibility
- U.S. citizens or permanent residents of the U.S. or its territories.
- Currently enrolled* in a degree program (full-time or part-time) leading to a baccalaureate degree.
- Must not have participated in a research internship.
Expected Outcomes
Student participants will:
- Experience the research process under the direction of a Mote scientist.
- Present a final poster or presentation.
- Learn about opportunities for graduate study, careers in marine science, and communication skills in science by participating in student workshops.
Stipends, Travel & Housing
Students participating in the MarSci URE-PReP Program receive:
- A $600 stipend for the week.
- Housing in a local hotel.
- Meals and/or food allowances.
- Financial support for travel expenses between Mote and their home institution.
The program will provide students with:
- Transportation to/from Mote and hotel accommodations.
- Necessary program and research supplies.
Application Process
To just preview the application, please click here.
Applications for the Spring 2024 program are now closed. If you are interested in applying to the MarSci URE-PReP Program in the future, please complete the following interest form to be contacted when next application opens. Please note that the link below is not an application.
Research Programs & Participating Mentors
Mentors for the upcoming season will be posted when the application opens.
This material is based upon work supported by the National Science Foundation under Grant No. 2315432. Any opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Science Foundation.