The MIT Summer Research Program (MSRP) seeks to promote the value of graduate education; to improve the research enterprise through increased diversity; and to prepare and recruit the best and brightest for graduate education at MIT. Students who participate in this program will be better prepared and motivated to pursue advanced degrees, thereby helping to sustain a rich talent pool in critical areas of research and innovation.

ELEGIBILITY

• Enrolled full-time in a degree-granting program in the U.S.
• Must be a Sophomore, Junior, or non-graduating Senior
• Must have an interest in research and/or obtaining a PhD
• Must have a 3.5 GPA 
• Have a genuine interest in pursuing a career in academic research and/or teaching
• International students with appropriate visa & work authorizations may apply

PARTICIPANT BENEFITS

• $5400 stipend
• On-campus housing
• Round-trip travel to MIT
• MIT graduate application fee waiver 
• Individual counseling on academic careers
• Opportunity to co-author a scientific paper with a faculty mentor
• Access to campus facilities: research spaces, library, gym and more

ABOUT THE APPLICATION

KEY DATES

Tues, Oct 17, 2023: Application Opens 
Tues, Jan 16, 2024: Application Closes

APPLICATION CHECKLIST 

• 2 Letters of Recommendation 
• One from a research mentor
• 3 Research Preferences
• PDF of Unofficial Transcript
• PDF of CV or Resume
• 3 Short Answer Responses
• 1 Optional Short Answer Response

APPLICATION TIPS - DO

• Highlight your academic achievements & research experience
• Provide strong letters of recommendations
• Communicate your motivations
• Diversity is important. What will be your contribution to the field?

APPLICATION TIPS - AVOID