The student ended up going to program 2 and actually will be starting a PhD at the same institution this fall. I think had the student not talked to program 2, they would have accepted to go to program 1. The experience would have probably still been great, but having choices is really wonderful for students who never expected to get in to any program. This experience was educational for me, because I have worked with other students this year who have had to make similar decisions.
I am really glad both programs saw promise in this awesome undergrad, even if it may not have been clear that they would be great on paper. I really hope a better approach to selecting students will save everyone time and emotional stress.
If nothing changes next year, I hope these students realize that they may also have some power to make things happen if they ask. I think this is majorly problematic. Let me point out three common occurrences in the REU selection process. People who run some REU programs say they have trouble meeting NSF expectations for including students from underrepresented groups. How to go about this? This sounds simple — and it actually is simple, after you shift your priorities.
What if the PI recommendation letter is missing or is bad? Thanks for pointing out this editing error, now fixed. Also give your references a copy of your application essay and any other information that would help them to write a strong letter for you. Say what makes you different from other applicants. Summer programs such as REUs are highly competitive.
It is not unusual for a program with participants to receive applications. If you have unique experiences that set you apart from other applicants, make sure to mention these. What you write needs to convince the reader that you have unique traits and abilities that will contribute to your success in an REU. Of course, your academic preparation is important, but it is also important to demonstrate that you have the social and emotional maturity to function well in an intense research environment, working with people from all different backgrounds.
Extracurricular and co-curricular activities often speak well to these characteristics. Be genuine. Apply to multiple programs. Connect and share knowledge within a single location that is structured and easy to search. Would a white female junior from a small R2 university, 3.
I've heard that it's a long shot if you're not a minority, the issue is while female counts as minority for other REUs I don't know if it counts much for bio these days So I either pick the top study abroad program and simply do research at my university over the summer or get a job, or I pick my second choice study abroad program in order to apply to REUs as well as other internships such as NOAA , but risk not getting into any of them anyway and going right to my backup plans for the summer.
I don't know where you are getting the idea that it is a longshot specifically for non-minorities. In general, REUs do have low acceptance rates for everyone. There are a lot of students who want to do them and not that many REUs. Now, to answer your question: yes, being female will likely help somewhat, but it likely won't make a big difference. What will matter more is the GPA which will help out a fair bit. The previous research experience may hurt or help; at least in math some REUs try to admit undergrads without experience to spread them around, but that's not all of them by any means, and for the most part it would be helpful.
I suspect the situation in biology is similar. Since you are a junior, you should already have some connections within the biology department, either your adviser or faculty whose classes you have taken. They can likely give you more personal advice since they know you better.
Otherwise, look at large research institutions near your school, find faculty leading projects you find interesting, and send emails asking if they have funding for you to travel to that school and work with them for the summer. Some schools also have their own organized summer research programs , which you may consider. This is a really fantastic question!
You can find some more information by clicking here or here , talking to faculty or older students in your department, or searching on the internet for more information. Have you participated in an REU before and have other suggestions? Are you considering applying and have other questions? If so, leave them in the comments and they may be addressed in a follow-up post!
Regarding to the eligibility for applying REU for international students, tehre are few that allow applicants to be international students as long as they are attending to an US credited university. The trick is to keep looking around online until you find one that let international students to apply. Email Address. Suggest a Paper Topic! About the Author. My research primarily focuses on studying dynamical interactions in planetary systems and how to use these interactions to characterize stellar companions.
Bang Nhan on February 12, at am. The trick is to keep looking around online until you find one that let international students to apply Reply. Also Astrobites has also posted advice for various stages in the astronomy career [
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