MIT Summer Research Program 2026 in USA

The MIT Summer Research Program (MSRP) 2026 in the United States is now accepting applications. This prestigious, fully funded summer opportunity offers selected students the chance to gain hands-on research experience at one of the world’s top universities. The 2026 program will run from June 8 to August 8, giving participants two months of academic exposure, skill-building, and professional networking.

The core goal of MSRP is to inspire talented undergraduate students to pursue graduate studies at MIT by exposing them to advanced research, mentorship, and world-class facilities. In addition to academic work, students will enjoy social events, tours, and local trips, including visits around the Boston area.

This program is open to both U.S. citizens and eligible international students. There is no application fee.

Program Overview – MIT MSRP 2026

Host Country: United States
Institution: Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
Program Dates: June 8 – August 8, 2026
Financial Coverage: Fully Funded
Application Deadline: January 20, 2026

Financial Support

All selected participants will receive full financial assistance, including:

Weekly stipend for living expenses
Round-trip airfare to and from MIT
Meal subsidy
Free on-campus housing
Access to labs, faculty mentors, and departmental resources

Departments You Can Apply To

Participants may be placed in one of MIT’s academic departments, including:

Aeronautics & Astronautics
Architecture
Biological Engineering
Chemical Engineering
Chemistry
Civil & Environmental Engineering
Computational Science & Engineering
Earth, Atmospheric & Planetary Sciences
Economics
Electrical Engineering & Computer Science (EECS)
Health Sciences & Technology (Harvard-MIT)
History, Anthropology & STS
Linguistics
Materials Science & Engineering
Mathematics
Mechanical Engineering
Media Arts & Sciences
Nuclear Science & Engineering
Philosophy
Physics
Political Science
Real Estate
Sloan PhD Programs
Transportation
Urban Studies & Planning
And additional interdisciplinary centers

Eligibility Requirements

To qualify for the MIT Summer Research Program 2026, applicants must:

Academic Requirements

Hold a minimum GPA of 3.5 (on a 4.0 scale)
Be enrolled full-time in a degree-granting institution within the U.S. or its territories (excluding MIT)
Be a sophomore, junior, or non-graduating senior
Must not graduate before December 2026
Have a strong interest in pursuing graduate studies at MIT

Citizenship Requirements

Eligible:
- U.S. citizens
- U.S. permanent residents
- DACA recipients
- International students currently studying full-time at U.S. universities
Not eligible:
- Students completing bachelor’s degrees outside the U.S.
- Exchange or short-term international students

For more clarification, refer to the official FAQs on MIT’s website.

How to Apply for MIT MSRP 2026

The application process is completely online. Applicants must submit the form through the official MIT application portal.

APPLY FOR THE MIT SUMMER (SURP)