Application Process
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Applicants:
Thank you for your interest in our program.
Eligibility: To be eligible for this NSF-funded REU program, you must be a U.S. citizen or permanent
resident. You must also be a current college student (rising second, third or fourth-year)
pursuing a degree in chemistry, chemical engineering or other related discipline.
MSU students may apply but the number of positions will be limited to two. Additionally,
no room and board expenses will be provided to MSU students.
Deadline: The Department of Chemistry will not be offering a program during the summer of 2025.
Application: Application materials should be submitted electronically. For a complete application, you will need the following information:
- Application Form
- Resume or CV
- Official academic transcript(s)
- Two letters of recommendation (Letters should address issues such as your personal skills, interest in science, performance in course work, any prior research experience, communication skills and ability to work with others.)
All application materials (resume, official transcripts and letters of recommendation) should be forwarded to:
Email:
Michigan State University
Department of Chemistry
578 South Shaw Lane
East Lansing, MI 48824-1322
Attn: Dr. Greg M. Swain, Program Director