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• Research • Innovate • Impact

AI Research

Entrepreneurship

Scholars

AIRES is a 2–3 week intensive residential summer program hosted at leading U.S. universities, bringing together ambitious middle and high school students.

Guided by top university professors and industry experts, participants conduct publishable AI research or develop AI ventures that drive meaningful, ethical, and sustainable impact.

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Learn, Live, and Innovate

At Leading U.S. Universities

Yale

Bridging engineering, biomedicine, and society to explore how AI can drive creativity, discovery, and ethical innovation.
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MIT

Leverage the state-of-the-art FabLab Foundation and innovation ecosystem at one of the world’s top engineering institutions.
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UC Berkeley

Explore how AI can advance technology, improve lives, and create real-world change through innovation and entrepreneurship.
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Why AIRES

Your First Step To Build A College-Ready Profile!

Hands-on, Results Driven

Don’t be confined to a classroom of lectures. Choose an experiential, project-based approach with AIRES! Turn ideas into tangible research portfolios or passion projects that reflect your own interest DNA — the kind of authentic, self-driven work colleges truly value and notice.

Expertise of Professionals

Work directly with university professors and graduate mentors from leading universities such as Stanford, MIT and Yale. Gain career insights and guidance from industry experts and startup leaders.

Not just for STEM kids!

Interdisciplinary beyond engineering the program is designed for curious minds of every kind. Bold interdisciplinary beyond engineering Discover how your own unique talents, academic passions, and strengths can be integrated with AI to build a cohesive and distinctive application persona.

Continued Support to Build College Profile

Continue your AIRES research or project after the summer through on-going mentorship. Get guidance for competitions. Launch or join an AI Innovation Club at your school or community, supported by AIRES mentors.

Three Learning Tracks, Any Major,
One Mission of Excellence.
A Four-Module Journey of Innovation

A unified program offering three interdisciplinary AI pathways and four experiential learning modules to empower students to create real-world impact.

Choose An Academic
Focus That Inspires You

AI Engineering & Innovation

Build Smarter Systems. Design the Future.

For computer science, robotics, and engineering students. Build intelligent systems, robots, and real-world applications that redefine technology.

AI in Biomedicine & Health

Harness Data. Advance Human Health.

For medical science students. Use AI to power breakthroughs in diagnostics, personalized care, and global health.

AI, Society & Management

Lead Responsibly. Innovate for Change.

For social science, art and humanities, and business students. Explore how AI transforms society, creativity, and management science.

How You Will Learn

Do More Than Listen! Build, Create and Explore AI
Through Four Connected Modules of Inquiry.

1

Lecture Series

Introducing students to the theoretical foundations and core concepts of AI.

2

Professional Workshops

Learn first-hand from industry experts about transforming ideas into ventures and impactful products.

3

Problem-Driven CoLab

Small-group, interdisciplinary collaboration to address real-world global challenges through in-depth research or passion projects.

4

Immersive Symposium

Experiential, campus-tailored learning, where students collaborate and connect directly with professionals in real-world settings.

How AIRES Works

01

First, choose your campus.

Pick the campus that inspires you. It's the perfect chance to explore different university atmospheres and discover your college fit through a unique residential experience.

YALE

MIT

UCB

02

Then, choose an academic track.

Pick the track that aligns most with your interests and passions, and explore how AI can be integrated into your chosen field. Consider what you excel at in school and what you envision yourself pursuing in the future.

AI Engineering
& Innovation

Build Smarter Systems. Design the Future.

AI Biomedicine
& Health

Harness Data. Advance Human Health.

AI, Society
& Management.

Lead Responsibly. Innovate for Change.

03

Check the application requirements and submit by the deadline.

We'll take it from there, including reviewing your financial aid application if applicable. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us or join one of our biweekly live informational webinars.

Profile Assessment.

Academics
Extracurricular Activities
Personal Essays

International Students

Language Proficiency
Translated Transcripts (unofficial)

04

Next, take care of the logistics.

Book your travel, secure a visa if needed, and get ready for a unique experience led by top university faculty, expert mentors, start-up founders, and industry executives.

Arrange your travels

Get a visa
if needed

Arrange housing for MIT

04

Next, take care of the logistics.

Book your travel, secure a visa if needed, and get ready for a unique experience led by top university faculty, expert mentors, start-up founders, and industry executives.

Arrange your travels

Get a visa
if needed

Arrange housing for
the MIT program

05

Finally, deliver something great in the summer.

Summer is one of the experiences U.S. universities value most. Show them how you make the most of your time by creating something unique, meaningful, and authentically you - something that goes far beyond simply listing the name of a program on your application.

Research

  • Polish & Publish
  • Present at Conferences
  • Future Competitions

Innovation products

  • Product prototyping
  • Compete for Funding
  • Add To Your Maker Portfolio

Admissions & Application Process FAQs

What are the general admissions requirements?

The program is recommended for rising Grade 11 and Grade 12 students, though rising Grade 10 students with relevant coursework may also be considered. Students who are not yet in Grade 9 at the time of application may explore the AIRES Junior program offered on select campuses. You will complete an application that includes academic, extracurricular, and personal questions. We recommend drafting your essay responses separately before submitting.

The quick answer is yes. Scholarships are merit-based, and you do not need to apply for them separately. If you wish to apply for financial aid, please indicate this on your program application form. We will then email you the financial aid application.

Admissions are rolling. Priority applications are due by February 28, and reviews will begin on March 1, 2025. Initial decisions will be released in late March. Applications submitted after the priority deadline will be considered on a first-come, first-served basis until capacity is reached. We encourage you to apply by the priority deadline to maximize your chances of securing a spot.

Required only for students whose current academic program is not primarily taught in English.

Please complete the form below to access the application. We recommend reviewing the “Required Components”.

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