Research Science Institute

Free summer research program run by CEE at MIT and Stanford. Students take a week of intensive STEM classes, then do a five-week individual research internship. Open to high school juniors who are 16 by July 1; seniors are not eligible. U.S. and some international students apply directly.

Offered by MIT / CEE. Summer Program for high school students in Cambridge, Massachusetts and Stanford, California, USA. Format: In-person. Cost: Free. Grades 11–11. Deadline: 2026-12-11.

Fields: STEM, Research

Key facts

Who can apply: High school students in grade 11. It takes place in person in Cambridge, Massachusetts and Stanford, California.
Cost: Free to take part.
Dates: The deadline is December 11, 2026.

Info checked October 2026.

Questions about Research Science Institute

When is the Research Science Institute deadline?

The deadline is December 11, 2026.

Is Research Science Institute free?

Yes. Research Science Institute is free to take part in.

Who can apply to Research Science Institute?

High school students in grade 11. It takes place in person in Cambridge, Massachusetts and Stanford, California. Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.

Official program page

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