Johns Hopkins Whiting School of Engineering PROPEL Program 2026

The Johns Hopkins Whiting School of Engineering is now accepting applications for the PROPEL Program 2026. This program offers an immersive research experience, mentorship, graduate school preparation, professional development, and collaborative opportunities to ignite a passion for cutting-edge engineering research.

Students from under-resourced backgrounds and academic institutions with limited research opportunities in STEM are strongly encouraged to apply.

🏫 About the PROPEL Program

The PROPEL program is designed to provide:

• Immersive research experiences
• Mentorship opportunities
• Graduate school preparation
• Professional development
• Collaborative opportunities in engineering research

🎁 Benefits of the PROPEL Program

Participants in the program will receive:

• Housing on campus with easy access to shopping, food, and public transportation
• A competitive stipend
• A meal plan
• Round-trip travel to Baltimore

✅ Eligibility Criteria

To be eligible for the PROPEL Program, applicants must:

• Be currently enrolled full-time in an accredited public or private college or university in the United States or its territories (recognized by the U.S. Department of Education)
• Be in good academic standing with a GPA of 3.0 or better
• Have completed at least two semesters and have at least one semester remaining of their undergraduate education by the start of the summer program (priority given to rising juniors and seniors)
• Have a genuine interest in pursuing a PhD in engineering
• Be a U.S. Citizen or permanent resident
• International students with an F-1 Visa who are already living in the United States and studying at a U.S. university are also eligible
• Be at least 18 years old

📝 Application Process

To apply for the PROPEL Program, follow these steps:

1. Complete the Interfolio Application.
2. Submit a Research Statement (one page) including:
   • Research interests
   • Prior research experience
   • How this program aligns with your future goals
   • Identify 2-3 faculty members whose research aligns with your interests (refer to departmental websites).
3. Submit a Leadership Statement (one page) describing:
   • Academic, leadership, or service engagement that advances inclusive excellence or reduces social, educational, or economic disparities.
4. Provide a Resume or CV.
5. Submit One Letter of Recommendation from an individual who can speak to your academic and research experience (e.g., faculty member, research mentor, or supervisor).
6. Include Unofficial Transcripts covering all semesters to date.

📅 Application Deadline

• 03 February, 2026

🌐 Application Portal

For more details, visit the Johns Hopkins Whiting School of Engineering PROPEL Program page.

To apply directly, use the Interfolio Application Portal.

Take advantage of this incredible opportunity to advance your engineering career and gain valuable research experience!

• Participants in PROPEL receive housing, a competitive stipend, meal plan and round-trip travel to Baltimore.
• All students will be housed on campus with easy access to shopping, food and public transportation.