May I get a recommendation from outside of academia?
Yes, but please be sure to have at least one recommender who can discuss your research experience and potential.
Can I submit other additional materials to strengthen my application?
Yes, links and publications are encouraged. Additional materials can be added as supplemental pages to your CV/resume and submitted with your CV/resume. No CDs or physical mail will be considered.
How do I check if my application is complete?
The submission button will appear on the main page/checklist page of your application after you have completed all the required parts. Upon submission, you will receive a confirmation message.
How and when will applicants be notified of admissions decisions
90% of the selected participants will be notified by April 1st via email.
I am an international student studying at another United States institution. Can I participate? If so, will I need to apply for a visa?
Yes. The program welcomes applications from international students. For currently enrolled international students in the United States, ask your international services office or academic advisor for the options that best fit your needs. You may be eligible to apply for [...]
I am an international student studying outside of the United States. Can I participate? If so, will I need to apply for a visa?
The RI Summer Scholar Program welcomes students from around the world to our labs and classrooms. Most non-US participants apply for a J-1 intern visa. Once you are accepted into the program, Carnegie Mellon will help you obtain the correct [...]
I am an international student and I was part of the RISS cohort last year. Do I need to do anything differently for the J-1 Intern visa?
You will only need to include that information on your J-1 Intern checklist and include a copy of your previous DS-2019 in the paperwork that you mail to CMU for this year’s cohort.
What are the English requirements for international students?
English requirements for J-1 Intern Visa Documents are set by U.S. Department of State regulations. You will need to provide your TOEFL or IELTS scores if you have taken one of these exams in the last 2 years. If you [...]
What forms do I need to complete after being accepted as an international scholar?
If you have any questions, that were not answered here, email riss-info@andrew.cmu.edu.
What is the TIPP form (Training/Internship Placement Plan Form)?
You will receive an email from the Robotics Institute after you accept your offer. This email will contain instructions on how to begin the immigration process.