Math REUs 2015: Updates on Program Acceptances

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around updates and experiences related to mathematics Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REUs) for the summer of 2015. Participants share their acceptance statuses, opinions on various programs, and insights into the application process.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants inquire about the status of their applications to various math REU programs, specifically mentioning Kent, UCSB, and WADE.
  • One participant notes that UCSB's admission offers seem early, questioning the timeline of their acceptance given the program's stated review schedule.
  • Another participant shares their positive experience at the Kent State REU, detailing the quality of the program, the living situation, and the activities offered.
  • Some participants express concern about the reputation of the REU programs, suggesting that the presence of a graduate program and its ranking may influence future academic opportunities.
  • There are discussions about the competitiveness of the application process, with one participant mentioning that SMALL received over 500 applications for fewer than 30 positions.
  • Participants share their decisions regarding which REUs to accept, with one expressing excitement about choosing WADE based on a conversation with the program director.
  • Several participants are still awaiting responses from various REUs, expressing anxiety about the waiting period.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the best REU program, as opinions vary based on personal experiences and preferences. There is also uncertainty regarding the acceptance timelines and the competitiveness of different programs.

Contextual Notes

Participants mention varying application deadlines and review processes, indicating that experiences may differ significantly based on the specific REU program. Some discussions reflect assumptions about the influence of program reputation on future academic prospects.

Who May Find This Useful

Students considering applying to math REUs, particularly those interested in the 2015 summer programs, may find insights into the application process and personal experiences valuable.

  • #31
My friend went to the University of Hawaii Hilo REU last year. He seemed to really enjoy it. He never gave the impression that it was extremely rigorous, at least not so much that it got in the way of him enjoying the experience. Did those schools (LSU and Hawaii) respond to you guys yet? I haven't heard anything yet from either.
 
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  • #32
Yup. I got what I would presume is a first-round offer yesterday. They got them out really quick.
 
  • #33
Has anyone heard from Nebraska-Lincoln Applied Math or Missouri State?
 
  • #34
LambdaStyle said:
Has anyone heard from Nebraska-Lincoln Applied Math or Missouri State?
I applied to Missouri, but haven't heard from them. Can't be sure about individual review processes, but from my experience programs due ~3/1 will be getting offers out next week some time.

It's interesting that LSU got theirs out this week. Has anybody else heard back from a program due around March 1st?
 
  • #35
@Math2017
Are you going to be attending LSU's REU this summer? Maybe I'll see you there(:
 
  • #36
I applied to SUMSRI, PURE, U Hawaii Hilo, CSU Channel Islands, Fairfield, and Maryland. I haven't heard back from any of them so far.
 
  • #37
@a5584266
I really want to. It looks absolutely amazing. We'll see what other offers I get by Monday, but I'll tentatively say hell yeah.

Did you already accept? Any preference between Morales, Hoffman, and Stoltzfus?
 
  • #38
UCONN has started sending out offers as well (accepted but I declined)
 
  • #39
Has anybody heard from MAPS, Fairfield, ICERM(Their apps were very long ago I'm sure I got rejected at this point), Berkeley, or University of Michigan?
 
  • #40
I have not heard back from MAPS, or Berkley yet...but then again I have not heard back from anyone yet. Here's to hoping the second round of offers tomorrow will be kinder. Good luck in the second round everyone!
 
  • #41
I heard back from CSU Channel Islands a couple weeks ago, and they had a deadline of yesterday, so on the 5th, I emailed the rest of my REU's asking for a status update.

-SUNY Potsdam, GVSU (both March 1st deadlines), ICERM, and Seattle U promptly rejected me.

-RIT said they'd get back to me by March 8th and then a couple hours later sent me an offer.

- Willamette didn't get back to me so I emailed the mentor I wanted to work with; he said he was reviewing applications over the weekend and would try to get back to me, so I asked CSUCI for an extension just in case, and ended up getting an offer for Willamette. So that's where I'll be this summer!
 
  • #42
I still haven't heard back from anywhere. Is it normal for first round offers to come more than a week after the deadline has passed, or is there no hope for me?
 
  • #43
@Caty24 Good for you! Willamette was one of my top choices, but somebody else made an offer too good to pass up.

@LaneyRhi It is not too unusual. For example, Willamette is certainly still reviewing applications. Though some places (like LSU) get offers out within a couple days. Additionally, second round offers should be coming out today and tomorrow from everywhere adhering to the March 8th deadline. Good luck!
 
  • #44
@LaneyRhi , if it makes you feel any better, I still haven't heard back from anything either. It isn't too unusual to not hear anything for a long time. REUs are notorious for poor communication if you are not one of their top choices. If you are really starting to doubt whether or not they are filled, you should email their directors to find out if you are near the top of the list. I am about to do that myself. Otherwise they send out rejections 2 or 3 weeks later.
 
  • #45
@LaneyRhi
I agree with @IDERIVE: emailing is definitely a good move. It let me know where I was at, so I could look more into the REUs I actually had a shot with (or whether I needed to start making other summer plans). Also, I have heard from two REU directors that "first round offers are out, but the selection process is far from over." A lot of people end up with 3+ first round offers, so there are still a lot of second round ones (and some of the later first-round ones) left. The REU I went to last year (mid-tier) didn't get all the spots filled until mid-April.
 
  • #46
Just got an official rejection from SMALL. Looks like they've definitely filled all their spots.
 
  • #47
LaneyRhi said:
I still haven't heard back from anywhere. Is it normal for first round offers to come more than a week after the deadline has passed, or is there no hope for me?
Still haven't heard anything from MAPS or Fairfield yet myself. I don't know whether that's a bad sign or a good sign. Leaning towards bad.
 
  • #48
@Call Me Ishmael , A girl from my college just got contacted and emailed by Fairfield, so if you haven't heard anything it is definitely a bad sign. I'm sorry to be the one to tell you. I'm going to email some of the REUs today and get back to everyone.
 
  • #49
IDERIVE said:
@Call Me Ishmael , A girl from my college just got contacted and emailed by Fairfield, so if you haven't heard anything it is definitely a bad sign. I'm sorry to be the one to tell you. I'm going to email some of the REUs today and get back to everyone.
How recently? I suppose I should send an email and inquire where I stand then.
 
  • #50
She was talking about the interview yesterday. couldn't have been too long ago that she got the email from them. I wouldn't be surprised if she was a second round pick after someone decided 3/8 that they didn't want the spot.
 
  • #51
Well, if you email MAPS and get a response, I'd be quite grateful if you shared it here. Good luck to you.
 
  • #52
UPDATE: Sam Houston has filled all of the positions for the upcoming summer. (I emailed 7 REUs so look for more updates throughout the day)
 
  • #53
Is it common practice to send these update e-mails if you have not heard from anybody yet? I fear I'll sound like I'm rushing them in that case because I'm not under time pressure to accept any offers.
 
  • #54
Has anyone else applied to SUMSRI at Miami U? It's my first choice program, but I haven't heard a thing from them. I emailed a while ago asking for a status update and they haven't responded.
 
  • #55
ireallymetal said:
Is it common practice to send these update e-mails if you have not heard from anybody yet? I fear I'll sound like I'm rushing them in that case because I'm not under time pressure to accept any offers.

It is absolutely acceptable to email programs and ask about your application's status, especially when you have heard of someone in this forum or at your school getting accepted. Take it from someone who applied last year; most programs do not even send out rejection emails, and if they do it is usually about 2-3 weeks after they have filled the positions. Emailing them this way is often a more efficient way of finding out where you stand. If they haven't selected everyone yet, they will simply tell you that they are still reviewing applications and/or have sent out offers that they are waiting to hear back from. The Directors are used to this, and understand that you are not rushing them, but simply want to check in and find out where you stand so that you can focus on other programs.

UPDATE: UCSB has filled all of the "male" spots
 
  • #56
I just got an email from PURE saying I was highly ranked, but not a first round pick. Does anyone know how many of the 12 positions they have actually filled thus far? I don't see many people turning down a summer in Hawaii, but still...
 
  • #57
Hi guys,
So i just got an offer from UNC yesterday (i am leaning towards this one) and already emailed all of the REUs i have applied. Most of them told me that they have already sent offers for first choice students. Only one of the REU i applied said that they are at the final stage of reviewing and will send the offer next week. So not having received any email this week can be a bad thing.
 
  • #58
Thanks for the updates everyone!

I just did a Skype Interview with Boise. They mentioned that they intend to have their cohorts assembled by Friday.

Even if I don't get in, as a sophomore I'm honored just to have gotten an interview. I actually learned a lot in that short conversation.
 
  • #59
Cornell told me that they are done.
 
  • #60
I made the short list for SUMSRI! They only had confirmed funding yesterday, the guy said, so I don't have an actual offer yet, but apparently they are now sending them out. Hopefully I get another email in the next few days...
 

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