Application Tips

One of the things that we look for in reviewing applications is whether or not the applicant would be a good fit with one of our faculty mentors. All of the project descriptions are posted on the Projects page of our REU website. It is definitely worth your while to review these projects and mention at least one (three is ideal) of the projects/mentors in the "Why PSU" section of the application. This not only demonstrates that you have done your research into our program, but also helps us place participants in a lab where they will gain the most benefit.