DIGS Visitation Form

Diversity in Graduate Studies Visitation Program

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is committed to enhancing the diversity of its graduate programs. To achieve that goal, Rensselaer’s Office of Graduate Admissions has developed the Diversity in Graduate Studies (DIGS) program. The DIGS program is designed to offer prospective applicants in STEM and related fields a chance visit our campus at no cost prior to submitting an application for graduate study.

DIGS visitors will:

have the opportunity to meet with leading faculty in their area(s) of interest
be able to meet and network with current graduate students in their area(s) of interest
be provided with a tour of campus and/or relevant laboratories and research centers
have the opportunity to speak with Graduate Admissions staff about strategies for submitting a competitive application

Rensselaer will:

arrange and provide reasonable transportation -- such as by air, rail, etc. -- to campus
arrange and provide lodging at a hotel located near campus
reimburse or pay for meals ($50 per diem)
provide DIGS visitors with an automatic graduate application fee waiver

Who is eligible to apply for DIGS?

Juniors, rising seniors, or master’s students who plan to apply for a Ph.D. program.
Eligible students should:
- have undergraduate research experience -- such as summer REU -- and be interested in graduate study in STEM and related fields
- be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident

When is the visit scheduled?

Unlike many visitation programs, the DIGS program is designed to be tailored individually to you (See the application for exclusion dates). In the application, we will ask you for three (3) sets of dates when you would like to visit, and we will do our best to accommodate your schedule. Please note that dates must be Monday through Friday, excluding holidays, and during the Spring or Fall semesters only.

Please allow a minimum of four weeks from the day of your request to allow proper planning. Prior to your visit, we will provide you with an agenda outlining the day’s events, which typically include meetings with faculty, relevant staff, and current graduate students, as well as tours of relevant research facilities.

What is required to apply for a DIGS visit?

A completed DIGS Application
Current transcripts
One recommendation letter from a faculty member or program director (McNair, MARC, etc.)
An academic resume that includes undergraduate research experience
GRE scores (if available)
A statement of interest (one to two pages)

Visit Information

I'm applying for a:

Gender

Citizenship

Are you of Hispanic or Latino descent? (Cuban, Mexican, Puerto Rican, South or Central American, or other Spanish culture)

Yes

What is your race? (Select one or more)

Please list three dates (at least one week apart) that you are able to visit campus if selected. Dates must be Monday through Friday, excluding holidays, and fall during the Spring or Fall semesters only. Please allow a minimum of four weeks from the day of your request, to allow proper planning.

First choice (mm/dd/yyyy)

Second choice (mm/dd/yyyy)

Third choice (mm/dd/yyyy)

Personal Information

Email Address

First Name

Last Name

Birthdate

Telephone number (including area code)

Academic Information

Current/Most Recent University

Expected/Earned Undergraduate Degree

Please specify your degree

Undergraduate Major

Other Year of Graduation

Please specify your year of graduation

Overall Undergraduate GPA

When do you plan to begin your graduate program?

Have you earned or are you working on a Master’s degree?

Yes

Overall Graduate GPA

Expected Degree/Highest Master's Degree Earned

Please specify your degree

Program of interest at Rensselaer

MANAGEMENT APPLICANTS ONLY:
How many years of work experience will you bring to Rensselaer?

Degree Information

Intended Graduate Degree

Please provide the names of at least 2 Rensselaer faculty members in your area of interest that you would like to meet with during your visit:

Testing Information

Have you taken the GRE?

Yes

GRE Verbal Score

GRE Quantitative Score

GRE Analytical Score

Have you taken the GRE Subject exam?

Yes

GRE Subject Score

Research Information

Do you have any research experience?

Yes

Please indicate the name of the department and the name of the research project

Please specify your area(s) of research interest. (List in order of interest)

Which Undergraduate Research Programs have you participated in?

Recommender Information

Please provide contact information for a recommender from your current/previous university or employer who can evaluate your ability, experience, and potential for graduate study. Your recommender will receive an email on how to complete your recomendation.

Recommender Prefix

Recommender First Name

Recommender Last Name

Recommender's Title

Recommender's University/Employer

Recommender's email address

Recommender's telephone number (please include area code)

In addition to submitting this form, please upload the following required materials:
* A copy of your transcript
* Current resume
* Personal Statement
* GRE scores (if applicable)

You may also provide any additional information which you feel should be considered.

Please upload your transcripts here

Please upload your resume here

Please upload your personal statement here
Describe in 1-2 pages what makes you a strong candidate for graduate study in your area of interest.

Please upload your GRE here (if applicable)

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DIGS Visitation Form