Broad Summer Research Program (BSRP) 2026

The Broad Summer Research Program (BSRP) is an intensive nine-week summer research opportunity designed for undergraduates with a commitment to biomedical research and an interest in genomics. BSRP has a strong record of success in helping students to nurture their passion for research and succeed in graduate school and scientific careers. Students spend the summer performing original computational or experimental-based research in labs across the Broad's research areas, from cancer to infectious disease to computational biology. At the program's conclusion, students deliver oral and poster presentations on their research projects.

BSRP features a rich curriculum outside the lab that emphasizes communication, collaborative problem-solving, graduate school preparation, and demystifying scientific careers. Our curriculum includes an intensive scientific communication course, seminars with leading scientists from Harvard and MIT, and weekly workshops focused on the graduate school application process and professional and personal development.

Summary

1. Application Deadline: January 11, 2026
2. Value: Stipend, Free housing, Travel support, Professional training
3. Study Level: Undergraduate
4. Sponsor: Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard
5. Host Country: United States
6. Eligible Country: United States

Eligibility Criteria for Broad Summer Research Program (BSRP) 2026

BSRP requires students to be available for the entire 9-week duration of the program. Academic or family obligations may be excused with advance notice. Conflicting exams may be proctored here at the Broad. Students cannot be enrolled in other courses or programs, including but not limited to undergraduate classes, graduate admission prep courses (e.g., MCAT), etc., and/or employed outside this program.

Applicants also must meet the following criteria:

1. Have a strong interest in pursuing graduate school (Ph.D. or M.D.-Ph.D.)
2. Be enrolled in a four-year college in the United States for Fall 2025, with a graduation date of December 2026 or later
3. Be majoring in physical, biological, or computer sciences, engineering, or mathematics
4. Have a minimum 3.2 GPA (4.0 scale)
5. Be a US citizen, permanent resident, or non-US citizen with employment authorization
6. No previous research experience is required, but applicants must demonstrate a strong interest in biomedical research

Students with limited exposure to STEM are especially encouraged to apply.

Benefits of Broad Summer Research Program (BSRP) 2026

1. $5,400 stipend
2. Free housing at partner university housing facilities
3. Air or ground travel to and from Boston
4. Travel sponsorship to present summer research at a national scientific conference
5. Mentored, cutting-edge research guided by leading scientists
6. Academic and career development seminars
7. Scientific communication course
8. Team-building and social activities in the dynamic, historic Boston area

How to Apply

BSRP applicants must submit the following:

1. Online application form
2. Unofficial transcript(s)
3. Curriculum vitae (CV) or resume
4. Short essay responses
5. Two letters of recommendation

Please note BSRP is full-time and we expect all program participants to not have other commitments.

Important Dates

1. Application deadline: January 11, 2026 at 11:59PM ET
2. Letters of Recommendation deadline: January 12th, 2026 at 11:59PM ET
3. Notifications: mid-March
4. Program dates: June 1 - July 31, 2026

For more information, please visit our FAQ page or contact:

Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard

75 Ames Street

Cambridge, MA 02142

T: 617-714-7000

E: bsrp@broadinstitute.org

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Application Deadline

January 11, 2026

Application Link(s)

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