How to Apply

REU programs are restricted to currently enrolled undergraduate students. Applicants must...

• be currently enrolled in an applicable undergraduate program in the United States.

• not have completed their undergraduate degree by the start of the program.

• be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.

• be willing and able to relocate to Statesboro, Georgia for the duration of the program.

Applications for the 2025 summer program will open on November 11th, 2024. To apply, visit the program's application page on the NSF ETAP platform. 

Program ETAP Page here: https://etap.nsf.gov/award/2742/opportunity/10131

• General ETAP Application – This will collect general information like your name, location, education, demographics, etc. 

• Transcript(s) – You will need to submit all of your undergraduate transcripts. Unofficial copies are totally fine. 

• Personal Statement – Your personal statement is arguably the most important part of your application packet as it is our only opportunity to hear directly from applicants in the initial review process. It should be targeted, comprehensive, and well-crafted. We encourage you to be specific about your interests, previous experiences inside and outside of academia, and any barriers that you've faced as a young researcher. We recommend that you work with a mentor (professor, graduate student, research mentor, etc.) to craft this statement. It is also a good idea to name specific potential research mentors in the RESCoPE program that you feel mesh with your interests. Lastly, be sure to elaborate on the anticipated benefits of the RESCoPE program on your development as a scientist and to your career goals and aspirations as a whole. 

• Reference Letter – You will need to submit a single reference letter along with your application. Through the ETAP program, you will be able to provide contact information for your reference, who will then be prompted via email to submit the recommendation. It is important that you find a quality letter-writer who can attest to your ability to succeed in our program. We recommend that applicants put some time aside to speak to their reference ahead of time provide them with the details they'll need to write a strong and convincing letter of recommendation. Please note that references are due at the time of application close (March 1st). Applications without submitted references on that date will not be reviewed. You are able to check on the status of your reference after submission through the ETAP platform.