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