===== Applications =====
You can [[https://python.g-node.org/apply|apply online]]. Application deadline: **23:59 UTC, May 31, 2017**. There will be no deadline extension, so be sure to apply on time ;-) Check out the [[application_form_preview|preview]] of the application form to see what information is needed for your application.
Be sure to read the [[faq|FAQ]] before applying. In 2016 we received 303 applications. Given that we accept 30 [[https://python.g-node.org/python-summerschool-2016/students|participants]], this makes an acceptance rate of less than 10%. Candidates will be selected on the basis of their profile and motivation.
**The application process is now closed.** We received 141 applications., which are being reviewed to select the 30 participants. Notifications of acceptance/rejection will be sent by **June 18, 2017**. The [[students|30 participants]] have been selected.
If you missed the deadline, write to [[python-info@g-node.org]] to be put on the announcement list for next year.
Participation is for free, i.e. **no fee is charged**! Participants however should take care of travel, living, and accommodation expenses by themselves.
**WARNING:** You are supposed to know the basics of **Python** and **git** to participate in the lectures! Go through the [[introductory_material|introductory material]] and verify that you know what is in there!