Physics REUs 2016: Applying & Updates

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the application process and updates for Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REUs) in physics and related fields for the summer of 2016. Participants share their application statuses, including rejections and acceptances, and inquire about the experiences of others regarding various institutions.

Discussion Character

  • Debate/contested
  • Meta-discussion

Main Points Raised

  • Some participants report rejections from various institutions, including Duke, SAO, and Notre Dame, with specific acceptance rates mentioned.
  • Others share updates on their application statuses, indicating they have not yet heard back from several programs, expressing uncertainty about their chances.
  • Some participants discuss the implications of being waitlisted or having received informal offers, highlighting the variability in communication from different programs.
  • There are mentions of specific institutions that have sent out acceptances, such as LSU and Cornell, while others like UCLA and Minnesota have already filled their spots or canceled their programs.
  • Participants express concerns about the waiting period and the stress associated with the application process, particularly for those in their final year of eligibility.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally share their individual experiences and updates, but there is no consensus on the overall acceptance rates or the status of specific applications, as many are still awaiting responses.

Contextual Notes

Some participants mention that certain programs have informal agreements on notification timelines, and there are varying levels of communication from institutions regarding application statuses. The discussion reflects a range of experiences and uncertainties regarding the REU application process.

Who May Find This Useful

Students applying for REUs in physics and related fields, particularly those interested in sharing experiences and seeking information about application statuses and institutional responses.

  • #91
UChicago sent out rejections a bit ago. Or at least, I had to email them to get my rejection.
 
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  • #92
I received and accepted an offer at NASA Ames (OSSI) today.
 
  • #93
Jprz said:
I received and accepted an offer at NASA Ames (OSSI) today.
Congrats! Did you email them?
 
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  • #94
yeshuamo said:
Congrats! Did you email them?

Admittedly, I e-mailed the education office for this one. I normally e-mail the PI/researcher in attempt to attract their attention, but I could not find their information after probing around. I'm not sure if this led to the offer or at least helped, but I e-mailed them because I definitely have the right skills and supportive coursework to do well in the project, I am super interested and stoked about it, and I wanted to see if I could provoke an answer before other places made an offer.
 
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