RISS Fuels Your Future

• Scholarships will fund your exploration of robotics and AI.
• You will be mentored by world-renowned scientists and a supportive community of experienced alumni.
• The research and skills you develop during RISS will open doors to new opportunities (e.g., graduate school AND industry).

You will be joining Carnegie Mellon University, a world-renowned center for technology and innovation shaping our world. CMU is top-ranked for computer science, artificial intelligence specialization, and robotics. We launched the first academic department in robotics, the first Ph.D. in robotics, and is the world’s largest university-affiliated robotics research group. RISS alumni have received millions of dollars in scholarships to attend graduate school at top-ranked universities worldwide, including Carnegie Mellon’s School of Computer Science.

Experience the RISS Advantage

• Participate in an 11 week guided research-intensive experience with pioneers in the field & a community of experienced mentors
• Attend robotics talks, workshops, and advanced technology lab visits to expand your knowledge of robotics & AI
• Develop professional writing and presentation skills critical to your success

CMU’s Robotics Institute Summer Scholars (RISS) program provides undergraduate students from over 50 countries around the world with opportunities to participate in a 11-week research immersion. You will explore robotics labs and topics, meet with leaders in the field, attend workshops, be coached and mentored, present and publish your research, and grow as a scholar.

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