Undergraduate Program Undergraduate Research SREL offers outstanding educational and research opportunities in ecology and environmental sciences for undergraduate students. This program provides research experience for college students, primarily juniors and seniors, considering careers in ecological disciplines. Students work closely with SREL faculty advisors on independent research projects. Since 1967, more than 20 students a year have participated in this program. Eligibility College students majoring in biology, chemistry or environmental sciences are eligible.
Priority is given to juniors and seniors with a B average or better.
However, allowances are made for freshmen, sophomores and recent graduates. Application Procedures Candidates submit to the Education Program a completed application, college transcripts and two letters of recommendation from professors familiar with their academic performances. Application Deadline February 15 of every year for summer participation and three months in advance for other times of the year. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Selections Final choice of student participants will be made by faculty members.