Research Science Institute (RSI)
by Center for Excellence in Education (CEE) and MIT
The Research Science Institute (RSI) is a prestigious, fully funded summer research program for rising high school seniors, offering intensive research experience in STEM fields, including mathematics, at MIT. The application window for the 2027 program typically opens in Fall 2026.
About
The Research Science Institute (RSI), a collaboration between the Center for Excellence in Education (CEE) and MIT, is a prestigious summer research program for rising high school seniors. While the program itself takes place in the summer (e.g., Summer 2027), the application window for the 2027 program typically opens in Fall 2026. The program provides intensive research experience in various STEM fields, including mathematics, at MIT in Cambridge, MA. RSI is a fully funded program, covering all participant costs. Eligibility is highly competitive, generally requiring an exceptional academic record, strong interest in research, and specific coursework. The application usually involves essays, recommendations, transcripts, and standardized test scores.
Who's eligible
Rising high school seniors with exceptional academic records and a strong interest in research. Highly competitive.
How to enroll
Application including essays, recommendations, transcripts, and standardized test scores.
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Information current as of Sep 28, 2026.