Got into MIT for two summer research programs. Thinking of helping students with REU applications—would anyone be interested?
Hi everyone!
Over the past couple of years, I was fortunate to spend two summers conducting research at MIT through undergraduate research programs. Coming into college, I had no idea how competitive REUs were or what professors were actually looking for. Most of what I learned came from making mistakes, talking to mentors, and refining my approach over multiple application cycles.
Now that I’ve graduated, I’m thinking about offering 1-on-1 REU application coaching for students interested in summer research opportunities.
Some of the things I could help with include:
Finding REUs that fit your interests
Building an application strategy
Resume/CV feedback
Personal statement editing
Cold emailing professors
Preparing for interviews
General advice on maximizing your chances of getting accepted
I obviously can’t guarantee admission, but I can share the strategies that helped me earn research opportunities at MIT and avoid a lot of the mistakes I made early on.
Before I invest time into building this, I wanted to gauge interest.
Would this be something you’d actually pay for? If so, what would you want included?
Feel free to comment below or send me a DM if you’re interested or have questions. I’d love to hear your thoughts!