Applications

Overview

Through the MITES (Minority Introduction to Engineering and Science) program OEOP offers three rigorous residential and on-line, academic enrichment programs for promising high school juniors who are interested in studying and exploring careers in science and engineering. By submitting a MITES application students are automatically considered for one of three academic enrichment opportunities: a one-week residential program, a six-week residential program, and a six-month online enrichment program. Through these programs, the OEOP is able to serve a larger number of selected students from the growing pool of MITES applicants (1500 applications in 2011). These national programs stress the value and reward of pursuing advanced technical degrees and careers while developing the skills necessary to achieve success in science and engineering. The programs are rooted in MIT's belief in the importance of students from diverse populations to pursue higher education and careers in these fields.

Outcomes

Selected students build self-confidence in their ability to be successful in a demanding academic atmosphere, and have a chance to work with and befriend individuals of different racial, ethnic and other backgrounds. Although admission to MIT is not the focus of MITES, for its graduates, there is a strong record of successful admission to MIT and to other engineering and science universities.

Cost

Each of the three academic enrichment opportunities offered by OEOP are 100% scholarship-based. Funding from industry, foundations, grants, individuals, and MIT covers all living and educational expenses for each admitted student. Students only pay for their transportation to and from MIT.

The application for the 2012 MITES Program will be available on November 21, 2011. Interested applicant can access a list of the documentation they will need to provide here. If you have questions regarding the application please visit the Frequently Asked Questions site.

MITES 2012 Application Timeline

The application timeline is as follows:

November 2011

MITES 2012 Student Applications available online
MITES Teaching Assistant and Instructor applications available

Friday, February 10, 2012

MITES Summer 2012 student application deadline

April 11, 2012

Selection Notification

Friday, June 15 - Saturday, July 28, 2012

MITES Summer 2012 session on MIT Campus

September 2012

MITES Student Final Evaluations mailed to students