Research Rookies Application Current Students 2026

First Name

Preferred First Name (We'll use this name in all communications moving forward)

Last Name

Email Address

Birthdate

NIU Z-ID

Have you worked with a faculty-mentor on a research project while at NIU?

Please describe the project and your involvement in it

What do you hope to gain from the Research Rookies program, and how does it align with your future career goals?

What topics and/or subjects are you most interested in exploring and why? (This might include topics that pique your curiosity, problems you are interested in solving, and/or topics you want to have a deeper understanding of)

Describe the skills you have that will be useful in participating in research (i.e. computer competency, qualitative/quantitative research skills, knowledge about statistical programs, etc.).

Optional: Are there any faculty at NIU whose research is of interest to you? (this question is to gain more information about your interests and does not mean you will be matched with faculty you list if you are accepted into the program).

I understand that the Research Rookies program is an academic year-long commitment and that I will receive a $500 scholarship upon completion of all program requirements (visit go.niu.edu/ResearchRookies to view requirements) in May if accepted into the program.