About the Program

Are you a high-achieving MS or PhD student with a passion for tackling complex challenges in agriculture, geospatial analysis, AI/ML, and climate science? The 10-week SRE program at Mississippi State University offers a unique opportunity to advance your skills and make a real-world impact.

As an SRE participant, you’ll spend the summer immersed in cutting-edge research at MSU’s main campus in Starkville, MS, working alongside renowned faculty in a high-performance computing environment. Beyond hands-on research, you’ll engage in a customized curriculum tailored to enhance your expertise in data science, geospatial analysis, and climate modeling.

This program is perfect for students eager to solve critical agricultural problems through an interdisciplinary approach that integrates geospatial technologies, advanced computing, and climate science. Join a vibrant academic community, build your professional network, and gain the tools to advance your career as a leader in agricultural innovation.

Eligibility Requirements

This program is tailored for first- or second-year graduate students pursuing a master’s or PhD in agricultural sciences, geospatial studies, engineering, or computational fields. Applicants should have foundational knowledge or a strong interest in integrating high-performance computing into their research.

Eligibility Criteria

• Enrolled in a graduate program at a university in the U.S., Puerto Rico, or other U.S. territories for spring 2025 or fall 2025.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.

Program Dates

The 2025 Summer Research Experience (SRE) Program will run from Monday, June 2nd, 2025, through Friday, August 8th, 2025. While students will have personal time on weekends and holidays to recharge, extended breaks during the program are not permitted.

Financial Information

Participants in the program will receive a stipend based on their education level. To earn their stipend, students must commit to the full duration of the program and actively participant in 35 – 40 hours of program and research activities per week, totaling 350 hours over the summer.

PhD Students - $12,500
MS Students - $10,000