Participation in the Nebraska Summer Research Program is limited to students who meet the following criteria:
Preference will be given to students based on these criteria:
Applications are especially encouraged from students in these groups:
- U.S. Citizen or Permanent Resident
- Current undergraduate with at least one semester of coursework remaining before obtaining a bachelor's degree (E.g., students graduating in May are not eligible for the Summer Research Program for the summer in which they graduate.)
- Each research program may have unique criteria or prerequisites, learn more by visiting the research programs pages.
Preference will be given to students based on these criteria:
- Completion of advanced coursework related to the research area
- Junior or senior standing with one year of remaining undergraduate coursework
- Evidence of interest in pursuing an advanced degree (master's or Ph.D.)
Applications are especially encouraged from students in these groups:
- Historically underrepresented in graduate education, including students with disabilities
- Currently attending academic institutions where research programs are limited

