Re: 2020 REU
Posted: Tue Feb 25, 2020 8:55 pm
I just received an acceptance from Rose Hulman Institute of Technology.
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Congrats again! Do you know what you'll choose between Occidental and Rose Hulman?deviant_lime wrote: ↑Tue Feb 25, 2020 8:55 pmI just received an acceptance from Rose Hulman Institute of Technology.
I am leaning towards choosing Occidental because I am more interested in the project there.notaiscrim wrote: ↑Wed Feb 26, 2020 10:49 amCongrats again! Do you know what you'll choose between Occidental and Rose Hulman?deviant_lime wrote: ↑Tue Feb 25, 2020 8:55 pmI just received an acceptance from Rose Hulman Institute of Technology.
I didn’t apply, but my friend did and they got accepted about a week or two ago. They also had connections with the directors of the program though, so it might be a specific case.emptiest.set wrote: ↑Wed Feb 26, 2020 7:07 amHas anyone heard anything from University of Michigan (Ann Arbor)?
Have you heard anything yet? Thanks.homotopysphere wrote: ↑Sat Feb 22, 2020 9:41 pmUVA said they are doing groups separately - yes number theory has already come out, but topology is moving slower. They hope for them to come out by the end of the month.Bolbbalgan4 Bom wrote: ↑Sat Feb 22, 2020 9:25 pmSomeone on top said that UVA has already sent out acceptances -- was that just for the number theory group or the whole thing? I applied to the topology group and haven't heard anything yet. I'm also wondering if anyone has heard back from any analysis or topology groups yet since those were the ones I applied to.
I recommend setting up a phone call with the mentor of the project or the program director. I also recommend asking them to put you in touch with previous participants of the REU. This is the best way to learn more. One of my friends who got an offer a previous year saw some red flags during that process and decided to go somewhere else.
I think this is a great suggestion. The REU organizer at the place that accepted me sent me the emails of his previous students and it was super helpful to talk to them!complexcat wrote: ↑Sat Feb 29, 2020 9:02 amI recommend setting up a phone call with the mentor of the project or the program director. I also recommend asking them to put you in touch with previous participants of the REU. This is the best way to learn more. One of my friends who got an offer a previous year saw some red flags during that process and decided to go somewhere else.
Alright I'll be sure to do that! Thanks so much for the advice!deviant_lime wrote: ↑Sat Feb 29, 2020 10:23 pmI think this is a great suggestion. The REU organizer at the place that accepted me sent me the emails of his previous students and it was super helpful to talk to them!complexcat wrote: ↑Sat Feb 29, 2020 9:02 amI recommend setting up a phone call with the mentor of the project or the program director. I also recommend asking them to put you in touch with previous participants of the REU. This is the best way to learn more. One of my friends who got an offer a previous year saw some red flags during that process and decided to go somewhere else.
Of course! Repeating part of what I said in our PM in case it might be helpful for others:bmuent1 wrote: ↑Sun Mar 01, 2020 2:04 amAlright I'll be sure to do that! Thanks so much for the advice!deviant_lime wrote: ↑Sat Feb 29, 2020 10:23 pmI think this is a great suggestion. The REU organizer at the place that accepted me sent me the emails of his previous students and it was super helpful to talk to them!complexcat wrote: ↑Sat Feb 29, 2020 9:02 am
I recommend setting up a phone call with the mentor of the project or the program director. I also recommend asking them to put you in touch with previous participants of the REU. This is the best way to learn more. One of my friends who got an offer a previous year saw some red flags during that process and decided to go somewhere else.
I also applied to UConn, Indiana, RIT, and Kent State!lokicalvetti wrote: ↑Sat Feb 29, 2020 9:49 pmI have not received any news whatsoever from any of the REU programs that I applied to and it is mildly unsettling that several of you have been accepted already, even to programs that I have applied to. I applied to the following programs (projects of interest are listed as well),
KSU - Ring Theory
Texas A&M - Probability and Algebra
Indiana University - Quantum Representations of 3D motion groups/ Quantum Link invariants
UVA - Representation Theory
RIT - Graph Theory
UConn - Algebraic Geometry
Texas State - Algebra
Ursinus College - Representation Theory of Lie Algebras
If anyone has any news about these then I would love to hear it. I had no idea that they would start accepting applicants so quickly. With how competitive these are it is surprising that they were able to make decisions this quickly. I should have applied to more than I did. I assumed there was a quality over quantity principle at play.
Yes, it's unusually early to be receiving offers. To anybody applying, I *do* recommend having a backup plan because this process is so unpredictable. I heard back as late as April from some places last year. I have no idea what your applications look like, but I'll point out that I think most of the places you applied are PhD granting institutions. If you're from a small liberal arts college, it might be worth applying to REU's at similar institutions in order to increase your chance of getting in (this was the advice of my advisor the first year I applied, and it worked well for me). For example, see: https://www.mathprograms.org/db/Moravian The deadline for that REU hasn't passed.hermy448 wrote: ↑Sun Mar 01, 2020 9:50 amI also applied to UConn, Indiana, RIT, and Kent State!lokicalvetti wrote: ↑Sat Feb 29, 2020 9:49 pmI have not received any news whatsoever from any of the REU programs that I applied to and it is mildly unsettling that several of you have been accepted already, even to programs that I have applied to. I applied to the following programs (projects of interest are listed as well),
KSU - Ring Theory
Texas A&M - Probability and Algebra
Indiana University - Quantum Representations of 3D motion groups/ Quantum Link invariants
UVA - Representation Theory
RIT - Graph Theory
UConn - Algebraic Geometry
Texas State - Algebra
Ursinus College - Representation Theory of Lie Algebras
If anyone has any news about these then I would love to hear it. I had no idea that they would start accepting applicants so quickly. With how competitive these are it is surprising that they were able to make decisions this quickly. I should have applied to more than I did. I assumed there was a quality over quantity principle at play.
For Ursinus College: deadline is March 15 so I don’t think they’re going to get back til after that. I haven’t finished my application for it yet, gonna wait to see if I got into anything this week first.
For UConn: deadline got extended to 2/28 due to error on their website so they likely just haven’t made decisions (they didn’t announce this but I was the one who pointed out the error and therefore they extended the date)
For RIT: deadline is 3/2 so they likely won’t make decisions til after that
For Indiana: deadline was 2/28 so I think they just didn’t make decisions either
For Kent State: someone on here got an acceptance but is likely declining it. I’m guessing bc I didn’t get an acceptance, they perhaps sent out all their invitations though
I received an acceptance from Minnesota a couple of weeks ago.Hallauer wrote: ↑Mon Mar 02, 2020 8:53 pmSo there are a few programs I expected to have sent out some acceptances by now but I haven't heard of anybody getting in. Has anyone heard from or know about Minnesota-Twin Cities, ICERM (Brown), UVA representation theory or topology groups, Clemson, or CUNY-Baruch? All 5 of these I was pretty sure would have a first round out by now.
It depends what your priorities are and what you're looking for. If you're interested in maximizing your chances for grad school later down the line, search on their websites/google/LinkedIn for what previous participants are doing now. Even better, look at undergrads/grad students who have worked with those mentors before (you can usually find their names on the CV's of the mentor). The connections/credentials of the mentor also could matter down the line when you ask for a recommendation letter. For example, if the mentor at San Diego has worked with grad students at San Diego, this is useful when it comes down to evaluating your potential to do well in grad school. (If you're only a sophomore, this paragraph may not be relevant at all.)
Thanks so much for the advice! I decided to go with the College of William and Mary's REU!complexcat wrote: ↑Tue Mar 03, 2020 8:09 amIt depends what your priorities are and what you're looking for. If you're interested in maximizing your chances for grad school later down the line, search on their websites/google/LinkedIn for what previous participants are doing now. Even better, look at undergrads/grad students who have worked with those mentors before (you can usually find their names on the CV's of the mentor). The connections/credentials of the mentor also could matter down the line when you ask for a recommendation letter. For example, if the mentor at San Diego has worked with grad students at San Diego, this is useful when it comes down to evaluating your potential to do well in grad school. (If you're only a sophomore, this paragraph may not be relevant at all.)
If you want a good social environment, does one REU have planned social activities? That can matter a lot. These are also two vastly different locations, which might matter for personal happiness reasons.
The REU at College of William and Mary has been around for a decently long time. This probably means that it's good in the eyes of the NSF, because they seem to have renewed the grant continuously for awhile.
There isn't an easy answer. I recommend that you think about what your goals/priorities are for this summer, and go with what best aligns with that given the information you have.
Did you decide to accept it? I'm trying to remain hopeful.PicoHenries wrote: ↑Sat Feb 22, 2020 8:15 pmI was accepted into the Texas A&M Probability and Algebra group. Annoyingly they want a response by March 1st though.
Which ones did you apply to? If they have later deadlines maybe they haven't sent out any decisions at all yet? Plus, it seems like many have several rounds so if you don't make it in during the first round you still have hope for the next ones.
Of course! Congratulations!bmuent1 wrote: ↑Tue Mar 03, 2020 12:14 pmThanks so much for the advice! I decided to go with the College of William and Mary's REU!complexcat wrote: ↑Tue Mar 03, 2020 8:09 amIt depends what your priorities are and what you're looking for. If you're interested in maximizing your chances for grad school later down the line, search on their websites/google/LinkedIn for what previous participants are doing now. Even better, look at undergrads/grad students who have worked with those mentors before (you can usually find their names on the CV's of the mentor). The connections/credentials of the mentor also could matter down the line when you ask for a recommendation letter. For example, if the mentor at San Diego has worked with grad students at San Diego, this is useful when it comes down to evaluating your potential to do well in grad school. (If you're only a sophomore, this paragraph may not be relevant at all.)
If you want a good social environment, does one REU have planned social activities? That can matter a lot. These are also two vastly different locations, which might matter for personal happiness reasons.
The REU at College of William and Mary has been around for a decently long time. This probably means that it's good in the eyes of the NSF, because they seem to have renewed the grant continuously for awhile.
There isn't an easy answer. I recommend that you think about what your goals/priorities are for this summer, and go with what best aligns with that given the information you have.
I saw you were asking about CSUSB, which I think is known for giving offers out pretty late. This is typically the time when first round offers are made, and the next rounds will happen over the next weeks/months. I know it sucks waiting. I was in your shoes last year. Just know that the process is competitive and unpredictable (as I was told in an email from UVA, there are many factors that go into the decision process including geographic and demographic criterion). Not getting a first round offer or not getting in anywhere shouldn't be taken as a measure of your success. Somebody I know didn't get into any REU programs and he's almost done with his PhD.deviant_lime wrote: ↑Tue Mar 03, 2020 3:57 pmWhich ones did you apply to? If they have later deadlines maybe they haven't sent out any decisions at all yet? Plus, it seems like many have several rounds so if you don't make it in during the first round you still have hope for the next ones.
I just got a decision from TX State Algebra group so maybe they're out with another wave of acceptances nowlokicalvetti wrote: ↑Sat Feb 29, 2020 9:49 pmI have not received any news whatsoever from any of the REU programs that I applied to and it is mildly unsettling that several of you have been accepted already, even to programs that I have applied to. I applied to the following programs (projects of interest are listed as well),
KSU - Ring Theory
Texas A&M - Probability and Algebra
Indiana University - Quantum Representations of 3D motion groups/ Quantum Link invariants
UVA - Representation Theory
RIT - Graph Theory
UConn - Algebraic Geometry
Texas State - Algebra
Ursinus College - Representation Theory of Lie Algebras
If anyone has any news about these then I would love to hear it. I had no idea that they would start accepting applicants so quickly. With how competitive these are it is surprising that they were able to make decisions this quickly. I should have applied to more than I did. I assumed there was a quality over quantity principle at play.
Congratulations! Unfortunately, I didn't get one but maybe others will be sending a second round out as well. Do you plan on accepting the offer from TX State?deviant_lime wrote: ↑Wed Mar 04, 2020 8:15 pmI just got a decision from TX State Algebra group so maybe they're out with another wave of acceptances nowlokicalvetti wrote: ↑Sat Feb 29, 2020 9:49 pmI have not received any news whatsoever from any of the REU programs that I applied to and it is mildly unsettling that several of you have been accepted already, even to programs that I have applied to. I applied to the following programs (projects of interest are listed as well),
KSU - Ring Theory
Texas A&M - Probability and Algebra
Indiana University - Quantum Representations of 3D motion groups/ Quantum Link invariants
UVA - Representation Theory
RIT - Graph Theory
UConn - Algebraic Geometry
Texas State - Algebra
Ursinus College - Representation Theory of Lie Algebras
If anyone has any news about these then I would love to hear it. I had no idea that they would start accepting applicants so quickly. With how competitive these are it is surprising that they were able to make decisions this quickly. I should have applied to more than I did. I assumed there was a quality over quantity principle at play.
Ooo I applied to the Towson one too but no idea when they’ll get back to us. Maybe we should email and ask? What do you think?Big Model wrote: ↑Thu Mar 05, 2020 5:11 amDid anyone here apply to the Towson University REU? If so, when do you think they'll get back to us - all they said is that they'll start reviewing applications on February 28 and will continue until all positions are filled, but that's not very informative.
The indiana REU was a pretty sweet deal. You get in a close knit group in amazing dorms and get a healthy food plan. Plus cool lectures from faculty which I enjoyed. If you have any other questions about it, I'd be happy to talk to you.
I also applied to Towson! I emailed them, and they said that decisions will not be made until mid to late Marchhermy448 wrote: ↑Thu Mar 05, 2020 1:13 pmOoo I applied to the Towson one too but no idea when they’ll get back to us. Maybe we should email and ask? What do you think?Big Model wrote: ↑Thu Mar 05, 2020 5:11 amDid anyone here apply to the Towson University REU? If so, when do you think they'll get back to us - all they said is that they'll start reviewing applications on February 28 and will continue until all positions are filled, but that's not very informative.
Yeah I accepted it, they said they'd get back with more details on travel and such once they had their entire group. This hasn't happened yet so presumably the group isn't yet finalized.lokicalvetti wrote: ↑Tue Mar 03, 2020 12:51 pmDid you decide to accept it? I'm trying to remain hopeful.PicoHenries wrote: ↑Sat Feb 22, 2020 8:15 pmI was accepted into the Texas A&M Probability and Algebra group. Annoyingly they want a response by March 1st though.
lokicalvetti wrote: ↑Wed Mar 04, 2020 11:34 pmCongratulations! Unfortunately, I didn't get one but maybe others will be sending a second round out as well. Do you plan on accepting the offer from TX State?deviant_lime wrote: ↑Wed Mar 04, 2020 8:15 pmI just got a decision from TX State Algebra group so maybe they're out with another wave of acceptances nowlokicalvetti wrote: ↑Sat Feb 29, 2020 9:49 pmI have not received any news whatsoever from any of the REU programs that I applied to and it is mildly unsettling that several of you have been accepted already, even to programs that I have applied to. I applied to the following programs (projects of interest are listed as well),
KSU - Ring Theory
Texas A&M - Probability and Algebra
Indiana University - Quantum Representations of 3D motion groups/ Quantum Link invariants
UVA - Representation Theory
RIT - Graph Theory
UConn - Algebraic Geometry
Texas State - Algebra
Ursinus College - Representation Theory of Lie Algebras
If anyone has any news about these then I would love to hear it. I had no idea that they would start accepting applicants so quickly. With how competitive these are it is surprising that they were able to make decisions this quickly. I should have applied to more than I did. I assumed there was a quality over quantity principle at play.
Thank you for letting me know by the way.
Definitely wait!!! I got one on Friday with a deadline of next Friday. You might get in after people turn down offers today! I’m supposed to hear back from a program today and if I get in, I’ll turn down the other offer so you gotta be patient!
I second this! It is normal to hear back after the common reply date.