Criteria for Selection, not in any particular order

· Academic record;

· Courses taken;

· Previous research experience (some experience is good, too much is bad);

· Self identification as a woman, minority, or physically challenged participant;

· Potential for this REU to “add value” to your background;

· Strength of letters of recommendation;

· Nature of statement of purpose (last question on form);

· Willingness to present and publish work done;

· Evidence of work in a team environment (attach a resume if you have one!!).

I like to assemble REU teams that contain students from a variety of schools. This diversity adds great value to the experience. Only once have I selected two students from the same school during the same year.