National · Cambridge, MA
MIT Beaver Works Summer Institute (BWSI)
MIT and MIT Lincoln Laboratory
The 2027 deadline isn't posted yet. Take the online prerequisite course first; the summer application comes in March.
How to apply
Register for and finish the online course, then submit the March application with 3 essays and 1 recommendation.
Apply on bwsi.mit.edu ↗The details
Who can apply
Rising seniors who live or go to school in the US.
Program dates
Online course from Feb 1, then a 4-week July program
Cost
Free under $200K family income, $3,000 above (housing extra)
Format
Hybrid
Checked against bwsi.mit.edu on October 11, 2026. Always confirm details on the official site before applying.