Course Application Deadline: Friday before course begins (but early registration is strongly recommended). Requests for financial support are reviewed beginning March 15. Later financial support requests are considered as long as funds are available. In addition to this application form, two pieces of supplementary material may be required. 1. Transcripts: Copies of all your college transcripts are required. Unofficial transcripts are fine. UVA students - By submitting this application you are giving us permission to access your UVA transcripts directly. You need not send them to us. 2. Letter of recommendation ONLY if you are requesting financial assistance: Submit one letter of recommendation from a faculty member or similar academic instructor or advisor who knows you and your potential. Referee should send letter directly to MLBS. SUMMER 2025 PROGRAM Personal Information Name First * Middle Last * Current Contact Information Address Line 1 Address Line 2 City State/Province Zip/Postal Code Cellphone number & Provider * This information can help us locate you in case of emergency. Email * Permanent or Home Contact Information Address Line 1 * Address Line 2 City * State/Province * Zip/Postal Code * Other Email Emergency Contact Name * Phone * DIETARY RESTRICTIONS & PERSONAL NEEDS Indicate any food allergies, and if you have one of the following six dietary restrictions: Vegetarian Pescatarian No red meat or pork Vegan Lactose intolerant Gluten free Meals are served cafeteria style. Quantities of menu items are based on the information folks provide here. Please be mindful of the restrictions you indicated here when you choose items from the serving line to ensure there is plenty for those with dietary restrictions. MLBS is a remote field station with limited facilities, access, and communications. Many activities occur outdoors in unpredictable and demanding weather and physical conditions. Emergency medical response time is 30 minutes or more. Please also indicate any medical or personal needs that may require special consideration or accommodation (e.g. disability, medication storage, allergies, personal comfort needs). You may also contact us at 540-626-7196 or mlbs@virginia.edu. *40 word limit* Housing requests or concerns Sex / Gender Identity (for housing assignment) * Female Male Other / Preferred Pronouns? Sex / Gender Identity (for housing assignment) Other / Preferred Pronouns? Age when you arrive at MLBS * 17 or younger 18 - 20 years old 21 or older Student Status * Undergraduate Graduate Other... Student Status Other... Current College or University * Expected Graduation * Month MonthJanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec Day Day12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031 Year Year20252026202720282029203020312032203320342035 Major * Overall GPA * Major GPA * Please list all colleges or universities attended. Include dates and any degrees Do you qualify for University of Virginia "in-state resident" fees? * Yes No What is your state or country of residence? How did you learn about Mountain Lake? Check all that apply Brochure, Poster or Display made available through my school Email Campaign Web site Current or former Mountain Lake student Current or former Mountain Lake faculty Instructor or Advisor On-line database or student opportunities clearing house Other... How did you learn about Mountain Lake? Check all that apply Other... If you have been to Mountain Lake Biological Station before, when? And in what capacity? Course Selection Session I FIELD HERPETOLOGY Session II FIELD BIOLOGY OF FISHES Session III FIELD BIOLOGY OF INSECTS Financial Assistance Request (optional) Complete this section only if you wish to be considered for MLBS financial assistance (this is not at all related to any other financial aid award you may have). Funds are granted to help defer tuition, housing, and/or dining costs while taking a class at MLBS. Awards are made while funds are available and are based on academic record and financial need. A statement of need and letter of recommendation are required. Financial support recipients will be called upon to assist with tasks and special work projects each week at the Station. Weekend projects may be required. Work load varies over the summer, but efforts are made to accommodate class schedules. Review of applications for financial support begins March 15. Later applications may be considered if funds are available. aid_request Check to request financial assistance Statement of Financial Need: Please provide a brief statement of financial need as it relates to your ability to enroll in a course at MLBS. Supplementary Material 1. Transcripts: Copies of all your college transcripts are required. Unofficial transcripts are fine. UVA students - By submitting this application you are giving us permission to access your UVA transcripts directly. You need not send them to us. 2. Letter of recommendation, ONLY if you are requesting financial assistance: Submit one letter of recommendation from a faculty member or similar academic instructor or advisor who knows you and your potential. Referee should send letter directly to MLBS. Send all supplementary material to: Mountain Lake Biological Station University of Virginia P.O. Box 400327 Charlottesville, VA 22904-4327 eml: mlbs@virginia.edu (do not use for sensitive personal material) fax: 434-982-5626 (ATTN: MLBS) Thank you very much! For questions about the program or your application please call 434-982-5486 or email mlbs@virginia.edu. Mountain Lake Biological Station values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and affirmative action in all its programs. When you are ready . . . CAPTCHAThis question is for testing whether or not you are a human visitor and to prevent automated spam submissions. Math question * 2 + 2 = Solve this simple math problem and enter the result. E.g. for 1+3, enter 4.
