International Summer
Research Internship
Spend your summer gaining hands-on
research experience from one of the top
research universities in the United States
Colorado State University’s International Summer Research Internship is now open for the 2026 year. This unique
program allows visiting international scholars to work alongside CSU students and award-winning staff at our
state of the art facilities to gain valuable research experience that relate to your area of study. This opportunity
is available to non-U.S. citizens who are entering their final year of an undergraduate degree program at an
accredited international university. Details below!
Program Highlights Program Costs
CSU provides a 50% stipend to be applied
Colorado State University is a Carnegie R1
toward room and board
Research Institution with some of the highest
levels of research activity in the world. Estimated Estimated costs (to be paid by the scholar)*
research expenditures exceeded $577 million in 4 week stay - $3,500 $1,750 after stipend
2024. 6 week stay - $4,600 $2,300 after stipend
8 week stay - $5,700 $2,850 after stipend
Gain hands-on experience in world-renowned
fields such as cancer research, atmospheric ISSS Admin Fees $400
science, animal science, climate change, forest
and wildlife management, engineering, and water SEVIS Fees (Non refundable) $220
management.
DS-160 (Non refundable) $185
Participants stay on campus with international
interns from all around the world. The 2025 Microsoft/ tech fees $360
program included scholars from Jordan, Thailand,
Saudi Arabia, Mexico, India, and more. Health Insurance for 30-60 days $60-$120
Access to state of the art facilities and award- Double Occupancy +2 meals a
$75/day
winning faculty create rigorous academic day
experiences and knowledge which can be
brought back to your home institution and further *Not including the cost of airfare/transportation.
your qualifications for a graduate program.
Participants will be responsible for travel costs as
All visiting scholars receive a stipend worth 50% of well as the expenses listed above.
the program's expenses applied to their on-
campus accommodations from CSU's Included in housing -
International Enrollment Center. Two meals (per day, per person)
Bed and bathroom linens
High-speed WiFi throughout campus
Courtesy desk + after hours on-call staff
Laundry facilities
Easy access to public transportation
Program Duration Choose What You Explore
This program offers three different durations of study. Visiting scholars can choose from a variety of
CSU will help to facilitate placement and program research disciplines, including:
duration upon acceptance.
Biomedical Sciences
Starting June 1, 2026 Business/Data Analytics/Finance
4 week program (June 1 - June 29) Computer Science
Engineering
6 week program (June 1 - July 14) Health and Human Sciences
8 week program (June 1 - July 27) Mathematics
Natural Resources
Starting June 15, 2026 Natural Sciences: Biology/Molecular
4 week program (June 15 - July 13) Biology/Biochemistry
6 week program (June 15 - July 27) The internship should help fulfill the educational
*Program durations subject to PI availability objectives for the scholar’s current degree
program at their home institution.
Why Fort Collins, Colorado?
A short drive from the Rocky Mountains,
hiking, biking, and outdoor activities
Explore Old Town Fort Collins, a historic
district bustling with restaurants, shops, and
things to do.
Fort Collins is ranked one of the best college
towns to live in.
One hour from Denver International Airport,
professional sports, and other activities.
Immigration Information Ready to start your research
Visiting scholars will require a form DS-2019 from journey? Apply below!
Colorado State University and apply for a J-1 student
intern visa in order to participate in the program. Application open through January 23, 2026
Associated costs are listed above, and CSU's Office of
International Programs will provide guided support
throughout the immigration process. Accepted
scholars will receive the requisite information in order
to apply for a DS-2019.