Your adventure begins with choosing ASURE options that align with your interests and goals. Most ASURE experiences span two semesters, while some offer an optional third semester. Pay close attention to eligibility requirements and start dates as you select your options, and be sure to note your top three choices.
2024-25
Sequences + start dates
Each ASURE research experience begins in either the Pre-Fall or Fall semester.
Pre-Fall begins on August 4. A research experience with this start date allows ASURE students to complete their CAPP course early (as an intensive freshman seminar) and begin their research in the Fall semester.
Fall begins on August 26. A research experience with this start date allows ASURE students to complete their CAPP course in the Fall semester and begin their research in the Spring semester.
Most ASURE research experiences are two semesters long, beginning with a CAPP course in the first semester and ending with research in the second semester. However, some research experiences offer an optional third semester of research in order to build on the second semester's research.
Please see the chart below for more information about start dates and sequences.
FAQs
- When will the ASURE 2024-25 application open?
The ASURE 2024-25 application is now open. Eligible students should have received an email invitation to apply.
- How do I know if I am eligible to apply for ASURE?
ASURE is open to all admitted incoming IU freshmen who intend to major in the College of Arts and Sciences and its three schools: Eskenazi School of Art, Architecture and Design; Hamilton Lugar School of Global and International Studies; and The Media School. All eligible students should have received an email invitation to apply.
Note: Some ASURE research experiences may give preference to Direct Admits or students with specific intended majors. So, review the eligibility criteria for research experiences carefully.
- What information will I need in order to apply for ASURE 2024-25?
You will need to have the following in order to apply for ASURE:
- Your IU username and password.
- Your top three ASURE research experience preferences.
Note: Once you've set up your account, it may take up to 24 hours before you can log into the ASURE application.
- What costs or fees should I expect?
There are Intensive Freshman Seminar fees associated with ASURE research experiences that begin on August 4. These fees will be covered automatically for 2024-25 ASURE students accepted into these experiences.
There are no Intensive Freshman Seminar fees associated with ASURE research experiences that begin on August 26.
Please note: Course-related fees may apply to some ASURE research experiences.
- Why do some ASURE research experiences begin on August 4 and some begin on August 26?
Each ASURE research experience begins in either the Pre-Fall or Fall semester.
Pre-Fall begins on August 4. A research experience with this start date allows ASURE students to complete their CAPP course early (as an intensive freshman seminar) and begin their research in the Fall semester. For more information about beginning school early, visit the Intensive Freshman Seminars website.
Fall begins on August 26. A research experience with this start date allows ASURE students to complete their CAPP course in the Fall semester and begin their research in the Spring semester.
- Why are some ASURE experiences two semesters and some three semesters long?
Most ASURE research experiences are two semesters long, beginning with a CAPP course in the first semester and ending with research in the second semester. However, some research experiences offer an optional third semester of research in order to build on the second semester's research.
- What is an ASURE research experience?
An ASURE research experience is a sequence of exclusive, research-based courses spanning two or three semesters.
- What is a CAPP course?
All ASURE research experiences begin with a Critical Approaches to the Arts and Sciences (CAPP) course in the first semester.
CAPP courses instill sound research and writing practices that students will employ in the second semester of their ASURE research experience and in future undergraduate course work. Through these courses, students learn about the ways particular disciplines seek answers, solve problems, and organize ideas.
Any student who is a candidate for a bachelor’s degree offered by the College is required to complete one CAPP course on the Bloomington campus.
To learn more about CAPP courses and all College of Arts and Sciences Education (CASE) requirements, visit the College Bulletin.
- How will I know if I've been accepted into the ASURE 2024-25 program?
If you are accepted into the ASURE 2024-25 program, you will receive an email by the end of the day on April 1.
- Who can I contact with additional ASURE questions?
Email us at asure@iu.edu with additional questions about the ASURE 2024-25 program or application process.
The application is now open!
The 2024-25 ASURE application is now open. Seats are limited, so apply as soon as possible for consideration. The priority deadline is March 4.
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