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Iowa State University
REU: Launching Aerospace’s Undergraduate Students into the Next Chapter (LAUNCH-Space)
Deadline
Last year: due Jan 9, 2026. Expect about the same.
Estimate
Where
Ames, IA
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:
- The REU site's page says: "…iversity · Ames, Iowa Hosted by: ISU Dept. of Aerospace Engineering Application Deadline: January 9th, 2026 Benefits: Stipend · Housing ·…" (checked Oct 19).
What it is
A paid NSF-funded summer research program (REU) hosted by Iowa State University, focused on Launching Aerospace’s Undergraduate Students into the Next Chapter (LAUNCH-Space). Undergrads work on real research projects with faculty mentors. Check the program site for dates, eligibility and how to apply.
Details
- Who it's for
- Undergraduates interested in astronomy & space, engineering research (REUs are generally for U.S. citizens and permanent residents; check the site)
- Class years
- Class year not stated in the posting · check the official page
- Citizenship
- US citizens / permanent residents · NSF rule for students it funds; check the site
- Majors
- Astronomy & Space, Engineering
- Location
- Ames, IA (United States)
- Deadline
- EstimateLast year: due Jan 9, 2026. Expect about the same.
What's a summer research?
Paid research with a lab or professor, usually over the summer.
Verified today 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.