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MIT Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program

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Attention MIT Students! ☃️ IAP DLC/Supervisor-Funding (Sponsored Research) & Credit UROP Application Deadline 01.14.2025 ☃️

Information for Students

Collaborate with renowned MIT faculty on the exciting, real-world research happening across the Institute. Start here if you’re new to UROP.

Find Projects Apply Online (Once you have found your UROP)

Research Preparation & Training Tips for Finding a UROP Student Advice & Resources UROP for Wellesley Students

Upcoming Deadlines

IAP 2025

Wellesley Students

12.16.2024

IAP UROP Cross-Registration Deadline

IAP 2025

Students

01.14.2025

IAP DLC/Supervisor-Funding (Sponsored Research) & Credit UROP Application Deadline

IAP 2025

Faculty & Other Mentors

01.17.2025

Deadline to review & approve IAP Credit & Sponsored Research UROP applications

IAP 2025

Departmental Coordinators

01.22.2025

Deadline to review & approve IAP Credit & Sponsored Research UROP applications

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Student Advice & Resources

If you’re excited by the possibility of doing real-world research with MIT faculty and researchers, then you’re ready to UROP.

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For Faculty & Other Mentors ❄️ Deadline to review & approve IAP Credit & Sponsored Research UROP applications 01.17.2025 ❄️

Information for Faculty & Other Mentors

Get connected with talented MIT students who are eager to learn and excited to help push your research forward.

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The Importance of Mentorship Mentor Resources Expectations and Guidelines Facilitating Effective Research

For DLC Coordinators 🧣 Deadline to Review & Approve IAP Credit and Sponsored Research Applications by 01.22.2025 🧣

Eligibility and Participation

When it comes to planning and participating in a UROP, there’s a lot to consider. Review eligibility and participation options under our guidelines section!

Review Guidelines