What we are looking for in a PRECS participant
PRECS is focused on providing research experiences to enthusiastic and passionate community college students who are a good match to prospective faculty mentors. We value students who have demonstrated resiliency, a strong work ethic, and future potential. Previous research experience is not required. Students from under-represented groups are encouraged to apply.
Eligibility
- Full time commitment to 10 week program
- Current community college student
- US citizen or permanent resident
- Successful completion of General Biology I and General Chemistry I is preferred
Required application materials
- Application form
- Be prepared to rank your top three choices of labs based on the research project examples
- Personal statement
- Unofficial transcript(s)
- Faculty letter of reference emailed directly to PRECS@igb.illinois.edu or ccarlson@parkland.edu
Important Dates
- Application Opens: January 15
- Application Deadline: March 1
- Notification of Acceptance: April 15
- Pre-program Activities Deadline: May 21
- Program Session: May 24, 2022 - Aug 2, 2023