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Undergraduate Cybersecurity Summer Research Experience (REU)

Ten-week National Science Foundation (NSF) summer program pairing undergraduate students with DSU cybersecurity faculty to conduct cutting-edge research.

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Application checklist & requirements

These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.

Academic degree / Prerequisites: Enrolled in an accredited US undergraduate program with 3.0+ GPA.
English language proficiency: English fluency.
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Not required.
Thesis / Research statement: Undergraduate transcripts, resume, and essay describing research interests in cyber defense.
Recommendation letters: Two faculty recommendation letters.

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: $6,000 NSF summer research stipend plus on-campus housing and travel allowance
Application fee: $0
Tuition / joining costs: Covered by NSF grant

Dates and verification

Application deadline: March 1, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-15

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Important verification note

Facts reflect official Dakota State University documentation reviewed 2026-10-15. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.

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