Physics REUs 2017: Have You Heard Back?

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SUMMARY

The forum discussion centers around the status of applications for Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REUs) in physics for the summer of 2017. Participants share their acceptance notifications, including the TAMU Cyclotron REU and internships at General Atomics DIII-D, while expressing concerns about pending applications to various programs such as SULI and AAPM. Many users report waiting for responses from multiple institutions, with some receiving rejections and others still hopeful for upcoming notifications. The conversation highlights the competitive nature of REUs and the emotional rollercoaster associated with the application process.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REUs)
  • Familiarity with the SULI program and its application process
  • Knowledge of institutions involved in physics research, such as General Atomics and TAMU
  • Awareness of application timelines and notification processes for academic programs
NEXT STEPS
  • Research the application process for the SULI program
  • Explore the differences between American REUs and Canadian programs like NSERC USRA
  • Investigate the acceptance rates and application requirements for specific REUs, such as those at GA and PPPL
  • Learn about the timeline and criteria for REU notifications and offers
USEFUL FOR

Undergraduate students applying for physics REUs, academic advisors guiding students through the application process, and anyone interested in the competitive landscape of summer research opportunities in physics.

  • #31
Thanks for the info. When did you hear from NRAO, if you don't mind me asking?
 
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  • #32
Not at all! I heard from the NRAO two days ago, and declined yesterday.
 
  • #33
Arecibo sent out letters - over 200 applicants.
 
  • #34
@Alexmer I applied to JLab too and I haven't heard back yet.
 
  • #35
FYI- one of my close friends at my university was accepted to the University of Chicago about a week ago. I thought someone wanted to know about that REU...
 
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  • #36
Welp. That someone was me. Guess I have three more to wait for...

Thanks for that update.
 
  • #37
Has GeorgiaTech sent out replies yet? or Cornell?
 
  • #38
Mandar said:
Has GeorgiaTech sent out replies yet? or Cornell?
Cornell's CLASSE REU has filled, as has their astrophysics/Astronomy one
 
  • #39
I've been accepted to AMNH for astro! It was my top choice program and I got rejected everywhere else, jajaja... :partytime:
 
  • #40
puddleduck did you hear a definite no from SAO? Or has anyone else heard back from them either way?
 
  • #41
Yes, I heard back from the SAO Summer Intern program a few weeks ago, and heard back from the Harvard SAO Solar program a few days ago.
 
  • #42
Mandar said:
Has GeorgiaTech sent out replies yet? or Cornell?
I just got a rejection from Georgia Tech.
 
  • #43
I got accepted to an REU tonight, so those of you who are still waiting don't give up hope yet.
 
  • #44
Has anyone heard from IRIS about their REU program?
 

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