Summer Research Experience

Summer Research Experience (SRE) Program

Join us for the 2025 STEM Research Symposium!

The 2025 Summer Research Experience participants will present their research projects, and students will have the opportunity to connect with our campus STEM programs as well as our partners, Cal State Fullerton Project RAISE, and Cal Poly Pomona STARS.

Wednesday, September 24, 2025
1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
Citrus College Campus Center
There will be light refreshments and giveaways!

SRE Frequently Asked Questions

About the Summer Research Experience Program

The SRE program provides an exceptional opportunity for students to engage in scientific research while developing valuable skills in a collaborative environment.

Hands-on research experience: Participants will gain practical experience in scientific research.
Dynamic and collaborative environment: Work in a team setting with fellow researchers.
Guidance from mentors: Dedicated mentors will support students throughout their projects.
Research poster presentation: Students will prepare and present their research at one or more symposiums, including the Citrus College 2025 STEM Research Symposium.
Stipend: Participants will receive up to $6,000.
Full-time commitment: The program requires full-time participation for eight (8) weeks.

Please review the accordion tabs and links below for benefits, eligibility requirements, partnered SRE sites, past research posters, and FAQs.

Additional Information about SRE

Benefits+-

Engage in authentic research
Network with mentors and fellow students dedicated to STEM
Earn up to $6,000 while gaining knowledge
Enhance proficiency in scientific communication among peers
Refine academic and career aspirations
Boost self-confidence, motivation, and interest in STEM
Foster creative thinking

Eligibility Requirements+-

Enrolled at Citrus College as your primary college with continued enrollment through spring 2025
Have a declared major in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM)
Pursuing your first bachelor's degree
Have passed at least two STEM courses by the end of spring 2025
Have passed pre-calculus (MATH 175) by the end of spring 2025
Have a minimum GPA of 2.5
Willing to make a full-time commitment (work 40+ hours/week)
Required to participate in the 2025 STEM Research Symposium at Citrus College in September by presenting your research poster

Partnered Summer Research Experience Sites+-

Azusa Pacific University
California Botanic Garden
Cal Poly Pomona
Cal State Fullerton
Chapman University
University of Southern California

Past SRE Research Posters+-

2024 Posters
2023 Posters
2022 Posters
2021 Posters

Summer Research Experience