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Kettering Mobility Research Center (MRC) Autonomous Proving Ground Fellowship

Hands-on research residency deploying and validating automated driving algorithms, LiDAR calibrations, and V2X wireless protocols on Kettering's outdoor test track.

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Application checklist & requirements

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Academic degree / Prerequisites: Enrolled graduate student in automotive or computer engineering with min. 3.3 GPA
English language proficiency: English fluency
Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT): Exempt
Thesis / Research statement: Proving ground experimental design proposal
Recommendation letters: Faculty research advisor endorsement

How much will it cost? How much funding is available?

Financial support / stipend: $15,000 research grant and test track vehicle allocation for graduate thesis candidates
Application fee: $0
Tuition / joining costs: $0

Dates and verification

Application deadline: March 1, 2027
Last source review: 2026-10-16

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