<p>One of the RSI people that I emailed told me that US permanent residents cannot apply to RSI. Did she misunderstand what I asked or is that actually true? You HAVE to be a US Citizen if you are applying from within the US to RSI? </p>
<p>If so, I think that's just ticked offI am a US Permanent Resident, and I've worked very hard on the application and essays, and then all of a sudden, I get a sudden shock like this?</p>
<p>Predator, I'm really sorry to hear that! </p>
<p>I don't mean to make you feel even worse, but the website did say to e-mail RSI if you are not a US citizen. </p>
<p>It is very unfortunate that you have already done your application. The only thing I can say is that it might in the future help with your college application/other competitive activities.</p>
<p>I don't know whether she made a mistake or not at this point, but do you mind stating your nationality? While some nations are allowed to participate, others (like Canada) can't.</p>
<p>Can't you apply through your country of origin?</p>
<p>This happened to my friend also (from NY). The RSI people called her and said although she would've been qualified, they had to reject her because she isn't a citizen.</p>
<p>I am a citizen of India, permanent resident of US.</p>