Research Science Institute
Catalog organization: Center for Excellence in Education
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What Is Research Science Institute?
The Research Science Institute combines scientific-theory coursework with original research under mentors. The Center for Excellence in Education runs the program at MIT in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The completed 2026 session ran June 28-August 8 and brought together 100 U.S. and international high-school students for six weeks. Research writing and presentations form part of the experience.
The 2027 U.S. and international CEE application portals list December 11, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. EST as their submission cutoff. This is the CEE submission deadline; participating-country selection or nomination deadlines may differ. Current portal availability remains unconfirmed.
Research Science Institute Key Facts: Cost, Deadline, and Eligibility
| Format | In person |
|---|---|
| Eligibility | Grade 11 |
| Application deadline | December 11, 2026 at 11:59 PM EST (CEE RSI 2027 portals) |
| Listing last updated | October 15, 2026 |
Program details shown here reflect the current catalog record.
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