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Multicultural Summer Research Opportunities Program Frequently
Asked Questions | Program
Structure | Application Form
Frequently Asked Questions
Who can apply?
Applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents. (Permanent residents must provide a photocopy of green card.)
What is the application deadline?
Applications must postmarked
by February 15, 2008 will be reviewed.
What are the program dates?
June 1 – August
9, 2008
How many people typically apply for MSROP?
In 2007 there were over 350
applicants. MSROP draws on a national applicant pool.
How many students are accepted into MSROP?
20-25 (based on funding)
Can I take a class over the summer?
No
How will I be contacted?
You are contacted primarily by e-mail. Be sure the e-mail you put on you application is one you check regularly.
When will decisions be made?
Individuals will be contacted to request telephone interview in early March. Decisions will be made by late March.
When does the review of applications begin?
February 15th (Only Complete applications are reviewed)
How will I know if my application is complete?
It is your responsibility
to make sure your application is complete. If you are unsure send
e-mail to MSROP@umn.edu.
How long is the telephone interview?
Approximately 30 minutes
I have been asked to take part in a telephone interview, does that mean I am accepted into the program?
No
How
are faculty mentors assigned?
The MSROP Program matches
students with a faculty mentor once they have been admitted to the
program. Students are paired with faculty based on the reserach
and disciplinary interest expressed in the application.
What
if I have already contacted or know the faculty with whom I'd like
to work?
On the application form,
you may identify a faculty member with whom you would prefer to
work, however, it is not necessary that you identify a faculty member
in advance.
Is
my application viewed differently if I DO NOT identify a faculty
mentor with whom I'd like to work?
No. Whether or not
you have identified a faculty member with whom you wish to work
is not a factor in determining admission to the program.
For More Information Contact:
Patricia Jones Whyte
612-625-6858
MSROP@umn.edu 
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