Countries , United States

Chicago, Illinois

Program Fees

$5,950

What's Included:

Economics & Finance
Architecture & Design
Creative Writing
Social Sciences

Program Overview

Discover the vibrant culture of the Midwest at our Chicago academic center.

Why Choose This Program?

This is the only pre-college robotics program that gives you direct access to MIT's cutting-edge labs and researchers. You'll gain practical skills that colleges and employers value, while experiencing life at one of the world's most prestigious tech universities.

Reviews

Sophie Chen

2023 Participant | USA

“The MIT Robotics Academy completely changed my career path. Working with real industrial robots and learning from PhD researchers gave me skills I couldn’t get anywhere else. I’m now studying mechanical engineering at Stanford!”
 

Rafael Silva

2022 Participant | Brazil

“As an international student, I was nervous about the language barrier, but the hands-on nature of robotics made it easy to collaborate. My team’s project won the final competition, and I made friends from 8 different countries!”
 

Frequently Asked Questions

What prior experience is required?
While prior robotics experience is helpful, it’s not required. We welcome students with basic programming knowledge (any language) and strong interest in STEM. The program is designed to accommodate varying skill levels.
Students stay in MIT undergraduate dormitories, with 24/7 supervision. Rooms are typically shared between 2-3 students of the same gender, with common lounge areas and dining facilities.
Yes! We welcome international applicants. You’ll need a B-2 tourist visa for this program. We provide visa support letters after acceptance. English proficiency should be at least intermediate level (no official test required).
Safety is our top priority. The program has 24/7 staff supervision, secure campus housing, and strict lab safety protocols. All students complete safety training before handling equipment.

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