Applying to SRAII (ISI's REU)
Please apply using the NSF ETAP website.
Program Details
In our program, students will participate in an 10-week research experience at USC/ISI campus in Marina del Rey. The program includes:
- a weekly stipend of $700
- travel reimbursement to/from Los Angeles
- meals
- housing at USC campus
- free shuttle between USC and ISI
- professional development activities
- social events in the Los Angeles area
Applicants in need can also apply to the Last Mile Education Fund’s REU participation fellowship to receive up to $10,000 to help with financial insecurities.
Timeline
Applications due: Feb 1, 2026
Acceptance notifications: Feb. 15 to Mar. 15, 2026 (rolling notifications)
Program duration: June 1 to Aug. 7, 2026
Eligibility
To apply, students must meet the following criteria at the time of application:
- US citizens or permanent residents
- enrolled at an accredited higher learning institution (including two-year institutions)
- have finished at least their second year of study (exceptional freshmen may be considered)
- not have completed their undergraduate degree
We welcome all applicants, and especially encourage applications from populations that are underrepresented in computing. Traditionally, around 50% of our admissions have been from smaller schools that do not have robust undergraduate research programs.