MRGA Application

New York Institute of Technology is pleased to invite applications for the ninth annual Mini-Research Grant Award (MRGA). Applications can be submitted from November 15, 2025 – January 11, 2026 for funding the cost of research materials and related expenses pertaining to a high school research project proposal or a continuing project in STEM and related disciplines. Proposals may be submitted with intention to pursue in spring or fall 2026. The amount of the award is $300. Awards will be announced the week of January 26, 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Application Attestation

I confirm as the primary faculty-mentor that I have completed the sections on "rate the student" and "recommendation (1-3 sentences)" and I agree with the completed sections as made by the students.

Research Information

Title of Project

Category

Will the research work be pursued in spring 2026 (February-June 2026) or fall 2026 (September-December 2026)?*

Where is the research taking place?

In students' own words, provide a research proposal in 400 words or less. There must be a minimum of 100 words written in this section.

Proposal must include: introduction, objective, methods (planned or in progress), and significance or potential impact.

Optional: Upload a diagram (jpeg or PDF) pertaining to your proposal.

Faculty-Mentor Information

High School Name

High School Address (Street, City, State, ZIP)

Primary Faculty First Name

Primary Faculty Last Name

Primary Faculty Email

Primary Faculty Phone

Principal Full Name

Principal Email

Would you like to include additional mentor information?

Yes

Mentor Full Name

Mentor Affiliation (School/Company/University)

Mentor Position (Teacher/Principal/Counselor/Coach/etc.)

Student Researcher Information

DeleteStudent _ID_
Student First Name Student Last Name Student Email Student Grade Level I agree that the student(s), if selected, will perform the research under my supervision. I agree that the student(s), if selected, will perform the research under my supervision. I agree. I agree that the student(s), if selected, will present their research in a competition. I agree that the student(s), if selected, will present their research in a competition. I agree. In comparison to other students you have known, please rate the student on the following characteristics. Initiative Excellent Good Average Poor Unknown Initiative Written Communication Written Communication Verbal Communication Verbal Communication Ability to Synthesize Material Ability to Synthesize Material Ability to Acquire New Skills Ability to Acquire New Skills Personal Relationships Personal Relationships Maturity & Dependability Maturity & Dependability Professional Demeanor Professional Demeanor Overall Assessment Overall Assessment Please provide a brief recommendation (1-3 sentences) for this student, specifically.

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School Tax Information

Upload your W-9 Form. If you are not able to submit it now, you may send it to the contacts above prior to January 15, if you choose.