Need preprints or publications for graduate admissions?

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jalgebra
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Need preprints or publications for graduate admissions?

Post by jalgebra » Thu Nov 11, 2021 4:29 pm

Hello! I am a senior applying for PhD programs in mathematics for Fall 2022. One interesting thing about my application is, even though I have a few reasonably top REUs, I so far have no preprints or publications. However, I have a few really strong papers on the way expected to be ready sometime next year. Is there a big disadvantage to have no preprints, but strong ones on the way versus actual preprints? I do not want admissions to think no preprints is a sign I cannot produce research. Keep in mind, I am applying to top programs. Also, can I just explain in my personal statement that they are on the way? Is that believable enough?
Thanks!

tddd101
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Re: Need preprints or publications for graduate admissions?

Post by tddd101 » Sat Nov 13, 2021 6:01 pm

You can mention the preprint in your SOP. If they are on arxiv maybe put the link on your CV



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