Research Experience for Community College Students (RECCS)

The RECCS program is tailored directly to Colorado community college students. This unique opportunity to spend a summer working on an independent research project with a mentor in the geologic or environmental sciences could launch a career!  Prior research experience is NOT necessary for eligibility.  

Dates:

June 3rd- August 2nd, 2024

Students will receive: 

9 week student-generated research experience with a science mentor at CU, NOAA or other institutions.  
$650 per week stipend for a total of $5850 
Training and support in scientific writing and communication
Career, academic transfer, and grad school prep
$80/week gas stipend or housing for the summer (for students 50+ miles away)

Students should sign up on this list to receive reminders about application deadlines and upcoming information sessions.

Visit our website to see examples of previous research project topics students have worked on, including:

Impacts of climate change on grasshoppers, pikas, alpine plants, stream, lakes, glaciers, weather, the ocean, and more!
Wildfires
Air pollution
Climate change economics
Geology
Geomagnetics
Space phenomenon
Microbial ecology

We strongly encourage students to read our FAQ tab before applying, which lists the short answer questions found on the application, helpful tips, and instructions for applying.

APPLY HERE

DEADLINE TO APPLY: FEBRUARY 4TH, 2024

In addition to the application, students will also be required to submit unofficial transcripts, and ask a recommender to fill out a 5-minute survey.

Questions?  Contact reccs@colorado.edu   