Program Overview
UW Genome Sciences Summer REU
The Department of Genome Sciences, in partnership with the National Science Foundation and the Brotman Baty Institute, provides summer research opportunities for undergraduate students. We are looking for students who aspire to enroll in either PhD or MD/PhD programs after their undergraduate studies.
Program Benefits
- Gain outstanding research experience
- $5400 stipend
- Paid housing in UW student dorms
- All meals provided in UW restaurants
- Paid travel for those outside the Seattle area
- We will pay application fees for summer program participants who later decide to apply to UW Genome Sciences for graduate study
Please be aware that this program does not provide health insurance coverage. Our assumption is that you will have coverage from another source.
Program Activities
In addition to your lab research, you will have a variety of supplemental academic activities. This year we will have computational, writing, and presentation workshops, faculty research talks, and poster sessions. You'll also have plenty of free time to explore Seattle.
Timeline
The 2026 program will follow UW Summer Quarter dates: June 22 - August 21.
Program Requirements
Eligibility
- 18 or older
- US citizens or permanent residents
- Currently enrolled in and returning to college following the summer research program to continue their undergraduate studies (students who have previously earned a bachelor's degree are not eligible to participate)
- Willing to inform us of your career direction after completing your undergraduate degree, whether you opt for graduate school, medical school, or another career path
Application Instructions
- Our application deadline is February 1.
- Research Statement (1 or 2 pages): Tell us about your research interests & goals, including any past research experience and relevant coursework.
- CV/Resume (1 page): This should highlight your previous research experience and education.
- Transcript: Transcripts do not have to be official and should be emailed as PDF documents.
- Reference letter: One reference letter is required, highlighting your research and/or academic experience and ability.
Application Review/Notification
We will notify all applicants of their status as soon as possible, most likely within 1 month of the application deadline.
University of Washington
Founded in 1861, the UW is one of the preeminent research universities in the world, with over 42,000 students, including 11,000 graduate students, studying in over 250 degree options.
UW Genome Sciences
Our goal is to address leading-edge questions in biology and medicine by developing and applying genetic, genomic, and computational approaches that take advantage of genomic information now available for humans, model organisms, and a host of other species. Our faculty study a broad range of topics, including the genetics of E. coli, yeast, C. elegans, and mouse; human and medical genetics; mathematical, statistical, and computer methods for analyzing genomes; and genome-wide studies by such approaches as sequencing, transcriptional and translational analysis, polymorphism detection, and identification of protein interactions.
Program Schedule
- Meal cards and dining locations: You'll receive a meal card which can be used at any UW restaurant & the District Market.
- 2025 participants who choose to live on campus will be in Maple Hall.