Biosphere Atmosphere
Research & Training

The 2008 application deadline is February 29th, 2008.

Before applying, please review the frequently asked questions (FAQ).

To apply for admission, please submit the following:

1. BART Application Form
   The application form may be downloaded here, or a copy of the form may be requested from the BART office. Please include a copy of a current resume.
   
   
   
2. Complete Academic Record, includes the following items:
   Official transcripts for undergraduate and graduate work completed
   GRE Scores (general test only)
   
   
   
3. A Personal Statement of Interest (1 page)
   
   
   
4. A Written Research Prospectus
   A research prospectus (up to 5 pages) should describe in as much detail as possible the research the student plans to conduct and should emphasize the links between the biosphere and the atmosphere. This proposal should be developed by the student in collaboration with one or more faculty with expertise in both biosphere and atmosphere science. The proposal should also indicate why UMBS is an appropriate site for the proposed research and how the student will be mentored while at UMBS. Please begin with a one paragraph abstract, including 2-3 sentences on how your research will address the biosphere-atmosphere interface. 
   
   
   Click here to download an example prospectus.
   
   
5. Two Letters of Reference 
   Letters from two science professionals with whom the student has worked should describe the student's abilities and past performance.
   
   
   
6. Two Letters of Support
   Letters from two faculty agreeing to serve as the student's mentors should accompany the application. One letter should be from an atmospheric scientist and the other letter from a biospheric scientist. Only one of the mentors must be from the student's home institution.

Please email a copy of the completed application (with resume), personal statement, and research prospectus to the BART Program Office. Documents must be saved as word documents, pdfs, or in rich text format. Transcripts and letters of recommendation and support can be mailed to the following address: 

BART PROGRAM OFFICE
University of Michigan Biological Station
930 N. University Ave
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1055
888-647-0536
734-647-0536
bartumbs@umich.edu