STEM and engineering
MITES Summer
MITES is a 6-week residential program run by MIT Introduction to Technology, Engineering, and Science (MITES). Open to: 11th graders.
- Application deadline
- February 1, 11:59 pm PST
- Cost
- Free
- Who can apply
- Grade 11
- current grade when applying
- Length
- 6 weeks
- Residential
What students do
Students live at MIT and take five courses in math, science and humanities. They also attend lab tours, college admissions counseling and seminars with STEM professionals.
- Math
- Science
- Humanities
- Engineering
Key facts
- Run by
- MIT Introduction to Technology, Engineering, and Science (MITES)
- Where
- Cambridge, MA (residential)
- Who can apply
- 11th gradersMust be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident with a current green card; public, private and homeschooled students are eligible.
- Dates
- June 20 to July 31, 2026 (2027 dates TBD)These are the 2026 dates. 2027 dates are not posted yet.
- Cost
- All program costs covered, including room and board; students pay only for transportation to and from MIT
- Deadline
- February 1, 11:59 pm PSTApplication opens Typically opens in November.
Official program siteOfficial application pageMassachusetts Institute of Technology admissions profile
What the application asks for
- Essays or short answers
- Transcript
- Teacher recommendation
- Counselor recommendation
- Test scores
Six short answer responses (300 words each, one up to 400), an unofficial transcript, and three recommendations (math or science teacher, humanities teacher, counselor or administrator); test scores are optional but encouraged.
How a mentor helps with your MITES application
- Decide whether MITES fits, and which similar programs to apply to alongside it.
- Work backward from the deadline so essays, recommendations, and forms are not left to the last week.
- Draft and revise the essays or short answers with one-on-one feedback.
Email me the MITES deadlines and requirements
A link to this page, plus our list of similar programs.
Similar programs
| Program | Where | Who can apply | Cost | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BWSIMIT Beaver Works (MIT Lincoln Laboratory and MIT School of Engineering) | Cambridge, MACommuter | Students entering their senior year of high school | Paid, aid available | March 31 (prerequisite online course registration); teacher recommendation due April 2 |
| WTPMIT Department of Mechanical Engineering | Cambridge, MAResidential | High school students now in grade 11 | Paid, aid available | December 21, 2026 |
| ASPIREJohns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory | Laurel, MDCommuter | High school juniors and seniors | Free | Not posted |
| ASPIREHarvey Mudd College | Claremont, CAResidential | Rising 10th, 11th, or 12th graders | Paid | March 31, 2026 (priority deadline; rolling admission afterward until full)Last cycle’s date |
| BSASUC Berkeley GLOBE (Global Learning and Outreach from Berkeley Engineering) | Berkeley, CACommuter | High school students ages 15 to 17 by the start of the program | Paid, aid available | March 31, 2026Last cycle’s date |
| COSMOSUniversity of California | CAResidential | Rising 9th through rising 12th graders | Paid, aid available | February 5, 2027 |
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Frequently asked questions
When is the MITES application deadline?
The deadline is February 1, 11:59 pm PST. The application opens Typically opens in November.
How much does MITES cost?
All program costs covered, including room and board; students pay only for transportation to and from MIT.
Who can apply to MITES?
11th graders. Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident with a current green card; public, private and homeschooled students are eligible.
What does the MITES application require?
Essays or short answers, Transcript, Teacher recommendation, Counselor recommendation, Test scores. Six short answer responses (300 words each, one up to 400), an unofficial transcript, and three recommendations (math or science teacher, humanities teacher, counselor or administrator); test scores are optional but encouraged.
Read from the program’s own site and last checked 2026-10-09. Programs change dates, fees, and requirements each year, so confirm on the official site before you apply. Dewey Smart is not affiliated with this program.
