Simons Summer Research Program vs MLH Fellowship
Comparing two highly competitive STEM opportunities. Simons Summer Research Program is a summer program while MLH Fellowship is a internship.
| Simons Summer Research Program | MLH Fellowship | |
|---|---|---|
| Prestige Tier | Tier 2 — Highly Competitive | Tier 2 — Highly Competitive |
| Type | Summer Program | Internship |
| Organization | Simons Foundation | Major League Hacking (MLH) |
| Acceptance Rate | Approximately 11-12% (40 fellows selected from ~350 applicants annually as of 2015) | Not publicly disclosed; competitive program but exact rate unknown |
| Applicants | Approximately 350 per year | Not publicly disclosed; appears to have multiple cohorts annually |
| Deadline | Rolling | Rolling |
| Cost to Apply | Free | Free |
| US Only | Yes | No / International |
| Grades | High school students (primarily juniors and seniors) | College students and above (program appears designed primarily for undergraduates; high school eligibility unclear) |
| College Impact | Highly positive impact on college admissions. Summer research programs, especially prestigious ones like the Simons program, are viewed very favorably by college admissions officers because: (1) They ... | Highly valued in college admissions and recruiting. Shows: (1) Real-world experience with production-grade code, (2) Demonstrated commitment to open-source/collaborative development, (3) Recognition b... |