Independent Research: Many Astronomy Illinois undergraduate majors and minors participate in research projects sponsored by individual faculty members. In Fall 2024, we will be using the Astronomy Research Application Portal to solicit interest in joining faculty research groups. Projects will be posted by October 21, with applications due November 15. Students interested in participating in faculty research projects are encouraged to enroll in ASTR 496 RI: Survey of Current Research, which is offered every fall semester.

Applications for the IDEAS program in Summer 2025 will be due in Spring 2024. The IDEAS site has the latest information and application details: https://publish.illinois.edu/astroideas/

If you are interested in Astronomy research as a UIUC undergrad, here are some opportunities you may be interested in: