Immerse yourself in real-world faculty research

MIT Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program

Find Projects Apply Online (Once you find your UROP)

Attention MIT Students! 🍂 Fall Sponsored Research, Credit and Volunteer Applications Due 10.22.24 🍁

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

Fall 2024

Students

10.22.2024

Fall Supervisor/Sponsored Research Funding/Credit & Volunteer UROP Application Deadline

Fall 2024

Faculty & Other Mentors

09.13.2024

Deadline to Review & Approve Fall UROP Direct Funding Applications

Fall 2024

Departmental Coordinators

11.01.2024

Deadline to review & approve Fall Credit, Sponsored Research & Volunteer 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 Fall Direct Funding UROP Applications 9.13.24 🍂

Information for Faculty & Other Mentors

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

Homepage Access

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

For DLC Coordinators Deadline to Review & Approve Fall Direct Funding UROP Applications 9.18.24 🍁

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