Towson University Math REU

Towson University Math REU
Towson University Math REU

Towson University Math REU

The Department of Mathematics at Towson University is now accepting applications for the Summer 2023 undergraduate research program. This program is supported by the National Science Foundation and Towson University.

Overview
The Department of Mathematics at Towson University welcomes applications for nine enthusiastic, hard-working undergraduate students to participate in a summer research experience. The program runs for eight weeks starting on June 5, 2023 and offers subsidized travel to and from Towson, a stipend of $4400, free on-campus housing, and a meal allowance/plan. For details about the research topics, please follow the link to Research Projects.

Program Highlights
The program benefits include:
- Study of previously unexplored areas of mathematical research;
- Daily meetings with subject matter experts;
- Mathematical research seminars;
- Professional development seminars; and
- Social activities in Baltimore MD and Washington DC.

Program participants will receive:
- Subsidized travel to and from Towson MD;
- A stipend of $4400;
- Free on-campus housing;
- A meal allowance/plan; and
- Partial travel support to the Joint Mathematics Meetings in January 2024 (located in San Francisco CA).

Important Dates
Review of applications will begin on March 1, 2023 and continue until all positions are filled. The REU program will run for eight weeks, from June 5 to July 28, 2023. All participants are expected to be in residence for the entire duration of the program.

Eligibility
All participating students must be United States citizens, United States nationals, or permanent residents of the United States. Additionally, participants must be undergraduate students as of September 2023. Women, underrepresented minorities, persons with disabilities in research, first generation college students, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.

Application Requirements
All applications are to be submitted online at Math Programs. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. A complete application requires the materials listed below. The cover sheet can be completed by following the link given. The other required materials should be submitted on the Math Programs website.

- Completed cover sheet – a separate form from the Math Programs application, and which can be filled out by following this link.
- An unofficial transcript.
- A list of math courses completed (with the final grade and textbook used in each course).
- Two recommendation letters from faculty members who can evaluate your mathematical abilities.

Questions?
Please visit https://tigerweb.towson.edu/ccornwell/REU/ for more information!