SRI is particularly appropriate for STEM majors who have completed their first year of college and/or STEM majors who have not had an intensive research experience. SRI is for students who have had the equivalent of at least one year of college and introductory college science, math and/or engineering (= STEM) courses in their intended STEM major. AP scores of 4 or 5 may apply to that requirement.

Admission into the SRI program is based on the student's academic record indicating sufficient preparation to be successful, the student's essay indicating background, motivation for participating, and career aspirations, and letter of recommendation from a professional familiar with the student's aptitude for STEM.

The final application deadline has been extended to April 24, 2023.