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University of California, Merced
REU: Interdisciplinary Biological Engineering and Science Training (I-BEST)
Deadline
Last year: due Feb 24, 2026. Expect about the same.
Estimate
Where
Merced, CA
United States
EstimateHow we estimate this
This year's date isn't posted yet. We show last cycle's official deadline from the program's own page. Programs often keep a similar schedule, but dates can move, so check the official page.
- Based on:
- Last cycle's official deadline
- Evidence:
- Our recheck of the official page noted: "2027 dates not posted yet. Last deadline: Feb 24, 2026."
What it is
A paid NSF-funded summer research program (REU) hosted by University of California, Merced, focused on Interdisciplinary Biological Engineering and Science Training (I-BEST). Undergrads work on real research projects with faculty mentors. Check the program site for dates, eligibility and how to apply.
Most NSF research programs require US citizenship or permanent residency; check the program page.
Who it's for
- Who it's for
- Open to all STEM majors
- Class years
- Class year unknown · Eligibility not confirmed, check the official page
- Majors
- Biology
- Location
- Merced, CA (United States)
- Deadline
- EstimateLast year: due Feb 24, 2026. Expect about the same.
What's a research?
Paid research with a lab or professor, usually over the summer.
Not verified yet on the official page. You apply there, not here.
Don't wait for the deadline. Early applicants often get reviewed first, and spots fill on a rolling basis.