DATES:
The period of the programs for the summer of 2010 are from May to July 2010. It is expected that students will normally be working here at Penn State throughout this time. If these dates conflict with your school's academic schedule please let us know on your application form. It may be possible to arrange alternative dates in some cases.

STIPEND
Students will receive a stipend of $4,050 for the summer.

HOUSING:
REU students will be house at the the Nittany apartments. Communal kitchen are available. equipped with refrigerator and stove. However Penn State also offers unparalleled variety and convenience when it comes to Food Services. The University Park campus features seven dining commons, a great coffeehouse, six snack bars, and more -- all conveniently located in or near the residence hall areas. Plus, Union Street Marketplace (HUBRobeson Center), Otto's Café (Kern Graduate Building), and Café Laura (Mateer) offer a complete array of restaurant dining.

TRAVEL:
For out of state students, there is a limited travel reimbursement fund that you may apply to cover some travel expenses to and from Penn State. The University Park campus is located in central Pennsylvania, in the town of State College. State College is about a three hour drive or bus ride from Pittsburgh, about four hours from Philadelphia, Washington DC or Baltimore and five hours from New York. Flights into State College are available through Detroit, Philadelphia, Cincinnati or Washington Dulles.