Getting In: The Insider's Guide to Finding the Perfect Undergraduate Research Experience

by Dr. David G. Oppenheimer, Paris H. Grey

Undergraduates; research advisors and mentors; instructors and professors teaching classes on research in the sciences. For Students You’re busy. Research positions are competitive. Faced with searching databases of outdated advertisements, and sending countless unanswered emails, it’s no wonder that searching for a research experience is hard to do. Getting In will help. Getting In has the essential information you need with an easy approach that will save time and help you choose the research experience that is perfect for you. Some of the topics addressed in Getting In For Research Mentors How Getting In can help students already in the lab Getting In helps address misconceptions about research that were brought up during our interviews with undergraduates and advisors alike. If you follow us on social media or read our blog, you already know what we’re about. Some topics covered in Getting In include the

179 pages, Paperback

Published September 1, 2015

Reviews

[Jean-Marie · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a great text for understanding undergraduate research. It breaks down every step and concept and makes the goal of participating in research during the undergraduate years much more achievable. The authors put important points in bold for busy students looking to skim the text for quick answers and suggestions. High school juniors and seniors interested in undergrad research should add the book to their personal library to take with them to college. Getting In's authors suggest you "start your research experience as soon as you can handle the time commitment without compromising your academics. If you're able to start as a first-year student, all the better." The book's recommendations and tips prepare students to spot and obtain potential opportunities.