Application Portal
- Applications for the RISS 2025 cohort are open November 1 to January 17.
- Virtual information sessions will be scheduled throughout the fall. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to notified of special session!
- A sign up for the RISS Newsletter will open in December. Check back here.
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Essential Application Information
- Applications are normally accepted through January 17 11:59 PM EST at riss.ri.cmu.edu.
- RISS 2025 Program will run from June 2 to August 8
- Funding and support are available for both U.S. and international students. Check our FAQ page for program eligibility requirements.
- The RISS application includes the following pieces:
- a resume (2 pages or less)
- transcripts (in English & clear)
- recommendation (from an academic advisor)
- statement of purpose (2 pages or less)
Hints to a Successful Application
- Explore the RISS Research Showcase
- Identify Mentors & Projects of Interest
- Watch the RISS Research Videos from the Last 2 – 5 Years
- Read the Related Research Papers from the RISS Working Papers Journal
- Attend an Information Session
- Meet the RISS Mentors
- Guidance & Samples for Resumes & Statements of Purpose
- RISS alumni have flagged this resource as helpful in writing strong statements of purpose: gradschooltalk.pdf
- Handouts and videos about preparing statements can be found here: https://www.cmu.edu/gcc/
- The CMU Career & Professional Development Center has helpful websites and links www.cmu.edu/career