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Homeschoolers Thrive In MIT Summer Internship Program


Published on 2025-02-13 11:22:17 - Forbes
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  • The MIT Homeschool Internship Program for Science and Technology (HIP-SAT) is an eight-week, paid, on-campus summer internship for homeschoolers.

The article from Forbes, published on February 13, 2025, discusses how homeschooled students are excelling in MIT's Research Science Institute (RSI) summer internship program. It highlights that these students, often seen as outliers in traditional educational settings, bring unique perspectives and skills to the program, which is highly competitive and prestigious. The piece details the experiences of several homeschoolers who have not only adapted well but have thrived due to their self-directed learning habits, flexibility, and innovative thinking. The article also touches on the broader implications of this success, suggesting that homeschooling can effectively prepare students for high-level academic and research environments, challenging conventional views on educational pathways.

Read the Full Forbes Article at:
[ https://www.forbes.com/sites/kerrymcdonald/2025/02/13/homeschoolers-thrive-in-mit-summer-internship-program/ ]
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