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Q: What classes should a student have already completed to be adequately prepared for RIPS?
A: The backgrounds of successful applicants vary quite a bit. It would be good to have taken some upper-division math classes and have some background in computer programming. We will consider the courses you have completed to decide which project is right for you - since students work in teams, if you haven't covered some subject that is relevant to your project, chances are one of the other students have.
Q: I am a graduating senior, am I still eligible to participate in the RIPS program?
A: Yes, we will accept applicants who are graduating between December and June of the current academic
year.
Q: I am not a US citizen, am I eligible to participate?
A: Yes, your application will be considered for RIPS-LA. If you are chosen to participate, UCLA will sponsor your J-1 visa.
Q: I am a foreign student studying in the United States, am I eligible to participate?
A: Yes, your application will be considered for RIPS-LA.
Q: I am currently a foreign student in the United States on a F1 visa at another college or university. Am I eligible to
participate in the RIPS program without changing my visa?
A: Yes, as long as you are a full time student at your current institute and plan on returning to that institute full-time after the RIPS summer program ends. If you are selected, you may have to register for “Curricular Practical Training” (CPT) through your home institution.
Q: I am attending school in a foreign country, can I participate?
A: Yes, your application will be considered for RIPS-LA.
Q: How should I tell my references to submit their letters?
A: We can accept references in a number of ways but the preferable method is to have the referees send their letters in the body of an email or as an email attachment (pdf or Word format). Please give your referees the Referee Instructions. Be sure to tell your referees the name under which you applied, if they do not know you by that name.
Q: What support do participants receive?
A: Travel (airfare or mileage reimbursement) to IPAM is covered, subject to certain rules and upper limits. Housing in the dorms is included. Most meals are covered as well. In addition, participants receive a stipend of $2600.
Q: Is it necessary to submit transcripts with my application?
A: Transcripts are not necessary but if you wish to submit them, they will be included in your application file.
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