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START YOUR APPLICATION TODAY!!!
The MARC U*STAR Program accepts applications continuously. Selection Committee
will evaluate the application of each candidate and the three letters of
recommendation. Selection meetings are generally held late spring.
The MARC application has five parts.
- Application
- Three faculty letters of recommendation
- Letters of recommendation should be submitted directly by the
writer to otres@csusm.edu
- Letters of recommendation should be submitted directly by the
- Unofficial transcript(s)
- Statement of career objectives
- Career Goals
- Factors that contributed to your decision to study science
- Your particular area of research interest, why you wish to participate
in the MARC program and how your participation may help you
achieve your career goals
- Research Experience Essay
- Brief summary of your research experiences.
Please note: The MARC is a year-round research training program, for students preparing for doctoral (Ph.D.) education.
Incomplete applications will not be reviewed
MARC Application
If you have any questions about applying to the MARC program, please feel free to contact Perla Rivas at pmrivas@csusm.edu or 760-750-3681.
