DC SIMS
DC SIMS: Apply
Application Information
Application Deadline: March 15, 2012. Deadline extended until April 15, 2012. Application materials (described below) should be emailed to dcsims@dordt.edu when completed.
Questions: Please email dcsims@dordt.edu with any questions about the application process, or if you are wondering about the status of your application
Application Materials
A completed application consists of four components: (1) Application cover page, (2) undergraduate transcript, (3) letter of recommendation from a math teacher, and (4) an application essay. These four components are described below.
These three components should be emailed to dcsims@dordt.edu when completed. You will receive an email confirming the receipt of your completed application.
1. Application Cover Page: Please download and complete this document (*.docx file). **Here is a *.doc version**
*Please note that part of the application cover page requires a reference (math teacher) who will write a letter of recommendation on your behalf.
2. Undergraduate Transcript: Please include a copy of your undergraduate transcript (to date). The transcript should include course name and grade earned, as well as the name of the institution where the courses were taken. A PDF format is encouraged but not required for your transcript.
3. Letter of Recommendation: Please have at least one individual (math teacher) write a letter of recommendation in support of your application. The letter should specifically address: a) your performance in mathematics and statistics courses, and b) personality traits or social skills that suit you to successfully work closely with others. The teacher should email the letter directly to dcsims@dordt.edu.
4. Application Essay: The application essay is a critical piece of the application. The essay should be no more than three pages single spaced and include answers to the following questions:
A. What excites you about mathematics and/or statistics? How did this passion develop?
B. What thoughts have you had about possible career plans after college? How does mathematics and/or statistics fit into these plans?
C. What excites you about the DCSIMS program? What do you most hope to take from the experience?
D. Have you begun the college search process? What colleges/programs are you considering/interested in? Are you considering Dordt College?
E. Please include some information about yourself personally, not only personality/traits, but also hobbies and interests outside of statistics.
While there is no required format for the essay, preferably the essay would include headings for the five areas above along with sections for other topics the applicant wishes to address.
