Applications: Harvard Forest Summer Research Program in Ecology

February 8 update: Applications are now closed!

The Harvard Forest Summer Research Program in Ecology is an immersive research experience connecting undergraduate students to mentors and researchers in the pursuit of scientific inquiry. Each year, 15-25 undergraduates from across the US live and work at the 4,000-acre Harvard Forest for 11 weeks. Students work with a research mentor in interdisciplinary team-based projects focused on how ecosystems change over time, especially in response to human and natural disturbance. Learn more about our program and how to apply for summer research opportunities with this webinar presented by Program Director Dr. Audrey Barker Plotkin.

 Harvard Forest is Harvard University's world-class ecological research hub at the nexus of many national and international scientific networks, which Summer Program students leverage to conduct research and build their careers through: 

• Research: Work collaboratively to solve environmental problems using scientific methods.  
• Education: Bridge from student to scientist, build marketable skills, learn how to use and understand data
• Community: Join scientists at a world-class virtual research hub to expand your network

Program Details for 2025:  

• The 11-week program dates are May 27 to August 8, 2025
• Includes $7,700 stipend, plus full room & board, and travel to/from Harvard Forest
• Applications are now closed and were due Feb. 7, 2025. Learn more here: https://harvardforest.fas.harvard.edu/education/reu-apply
• Questions?  See our FAQ or contact hf-srpe@fas.harvard.edu