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MIT Presidential Fellowship (PhD)

Opportunity Overview

A fellowship MIT awards to some of its top incoming PhD students, funding the first year of study (tuition and a living stipend). There is no separate application: departments nominate admitted students. PhD application deadlines vary by department.

Funding Benefits & Coverage

2 Benefits

Partial Tuition Funding

Substantial reduction of university tuition based on academic merit.

On-campus Housing Support

Dedicated assistance in securing university dormitories and immigration paperwork.

Eligibility & Acceptance Criteria

3 Criteria
Bachelor or Master degree in Engineering with exceptional academic record, minimum GPA 3.8/4.0.
Demonstrated strong research trajectory, peer-reviewed publications, or notable capstone innovations.
Advanced English communication certified by TOEFL 105+ or IELTS 7.5+.

Required Documents

4 Docs
Statement of Objectives & Research Interests

Identifying prospective faculty labs at MIT

Three Letters of Recommendation

From faculty researchers and mentors

Academic Curriculum Vitae & Publications

Listing peer-reviewed papers and patents

Official University Transcripts for All Degrees

Officially certified in English

Acceptance & Language Tests

3 Tests
TOEFL iBT105

Preferred competitive score

IELTS Academic7.5

Minimum accepted score

GRE Quantitative Section165+

Recommended to bolster engineering profile

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Key questions and answers regarding eligibility, documents, and application steps for 2026 / 2027.

MIT Presidential Fellowship (PhD) offers check scholarship link coverage. Benefits generally include tuition coverage, accommodation, living allowances, and health insurance according to the program regulations for the 2026/2027 cycle.

Eligible study and training levels include: PhD. Candidates must verify specific department prerequisites before applying.

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Submit your application directly through the official provider portal.

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Available Majors

Mechanical EngineeringElectrical EngineeringChemical EngineeringAerospace EngineeringBiomedical Engineering

Key Details

Category:Scholarship
Host country:United States
Degree level:PhD
IELTS / Language:Not Required
Application Deadline:—

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