MIT MITES Summer
Free, six-week residential STEM program at MIT for rising high school seniors (11th graders) from underrepresented or underserved backgrounds. Students take rigorous math, science, and humanities courses, complete a project, and live in MIT dorms. Highly selective; all costs covered.
Join MITES Summer for our six-week, on-campus program
You’ll take five rigorous, rewarding math, science, and humanities courses
Free of charge All program-related costs are covered
How to Apply
- Review eligibility requirements
- Complete online application
- Submit essays and letters of recommendation
- Wait for selection notification
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