research programs for high school students

Summer High School Research Academy

Non-Residential Summer Research Program at UT Austin

HSRA Summer Program

The summer High School Research Academy (HSRA) provides high school students with an immersive and hands-on five-week interdisciplinary non-residential summer research experience at the University of Texas at Austin campus.

Students participate in research projects in active College of Natural Sciences (CNS) laboratories related to the exciting fields of biochemistry, biology, environmental science, genetics, neuroscience, genome engineering, data analytics, ecology, and more. Participants will learn cutting edge research techniques while gaining valuable insights and experiences through interaction with UT students and faculty in CNS undergraduate research groups. 

This unique opportunity provides a real taste of life as a researcher. By being involved in STEM research early, students can experience the joy of discovery that is central to being a scientist.

HSRA Program Highlights

Each HSRA participant will:

• actively engage in a five week authentic research experience in a UT laboratory
• collaborate with peers, undergraduates and UT faculty
• earn NSC309 UT extension course credit and receive an HSRA t-shirt.
• participate in Wednesday Seminars hosted by UT guest speakers
• present (and take home!) a printed poster showcasing their summer research productivity at our closing HSRA Research Symposium

The HSRA application will open again in early 2025!

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HSRA DOES NOT PROVIDE HOUSING OR TRANSPORTATION.

Program Overview

HSRA Research Experiences

To be eligible for HSRA, each participant MUST BE:

a Texas resident. We currently prioritize Texas Residents at this time, but encourage interested candidates to apply. 

15 years or older by June 1, 2025.

either rising sophomore, junior, or senior for the upcoming 2025-26 academic year. Preference is for rising juniors or seniors.

available for the designated five consecutive weeks during program dates to dedicate to conducting research over the summer.

**Accepted participants must make their own housing and transportation arrangements.**

spend ~15-25 hrs per week with their research group. The specific schedule (days/times) will be distributed by the research group that the student is placed in. Schedule flexibility will vary but the enrollment fee is the same for each HSRA research experience. 

participate in a variety of events outside of their research activities, including guest speakers and a poster forum during the last week of the program. 

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The HSRA application will open again in 2025. 

HSRA Tuition includes:

 participation in one research experience

all HSRA activities/events

UT course credit

a printed research poster and an HSRA t-shirt.

Payment will not be due until a position has been offered and the participant has accepted that research placement.

Accepted participants will be offered a research experience based on their interests, availability and space and will be notified of this research group placement by mid April 2025.

The HSRA is committed to providing research opportunities to a diverse range of high school students. A limited number of need-based scholarships only may be available. The scholarship will include a stipend + free tuition to HSRA. 

HSRA does not offer merit-based scholarships at this time.

Each HSRA participant will be enrolled in an NSC309 college credit course through the UT Extension Program . 

HSRA participants will complete several graded reflection assignments, readings, and assignments related to their research work to receive this credit.

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Research Opportunities for High School Students

Hands-on laboratory-based research experiences are coveted by just about every STEM-oriented teenager on the planet. Of course, this level of demand renders research apprenticeships a valuable and rare commodity for high school students. Fortunately, there are a number of reputable summer programs run by universities, government agencies, and private research laboratories that afford young scientists this highly sought after experience. Research opportunities during the actual school year are more challenging to locate as colleges are, at that time, catering to their own students, and the rigidity of the high school calendar makes participation a further challenge.

College Transitions’ list of Research Opportunities for High School Students includes a bevy of summer program choices as well as a list of internships and apprenticeships that are indeed offered during the school year. For each entry, we list the geographic location of the program, whether there is a residential component offered, the length of the program, any associated costs or—on the other end—stipends, when the application window opens and closes, and the eligibility criteria for participation. We hope that this collection of research opportunities leads to you/your teen finding the laboratory experience of their dreams.

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Advanced Science Exploratory Program

Advanced Science Exploratory Program is a non-profit 501(c)(3) offering educational seminars aimed to ignite excitement about science, scientific research, and scientific career paths. Each series offered aims to equip students with the knowledge to incite their curiosity, and make informed decisions as they take their next steps in their education towards their career pursuits. A number of different types of seminars are currently open for enrollment, including 1) Mentorship Series such as "think like a scientist" (equip students with the knowledge, insight and skills required for success in their career pursuits); 2) Foundations Series such as "how scientists study the brain" (inspire interest, and both inform and expand student’s scope of career opportunities through exposure to various fields) 3) Focused Series such as "understanding emotion and its relationship with the brain" (use specific topics as a vehicle to exemplify the range of methods and approaches one can use to study within a field). 

See available seminars here!  https://www.asciencepro.org/upcomingseminars  

A significant part of our mission is to actively diversify the field of scientific research by extending opportunities to students whom wouldn’t otherwise have the resources required to pursue transformative scientific opportunities. Please contact us if you are interested in an income-based scholarships for one of our seminars.

AI in Medicine Summer Programs (by the Stanford Center for Artificial Intelligence in Medicine & Imaging)

Applications for Stanford AIMI's Summer Programs for high school students are now live! Explore healthcare's future through our AI in Medicine Summer Research Internship and Bootcamp! During the two-week virtual programs, we aim to spark interest and empower the next generation of AI leaders in medicine. Our hope is to inspire students to develop innovative AI solutions to advance human health for all.

Summer Research Internship: Dive into AI's impact on healthcare through expert-led sessions, a hands-on project, & mentorship from Stanford researchers. Open to ambitious high school students entering 9th-12th grade in Fall 2024 who want to apply their technical skills to real-world clinical problems. Learn more and apply here: https://aimi.stanford.edu/education/summer-research-internship

Summer Bootcamp Program: Designed for high school learners of all technical levels, this free virtual bootcamp offers a curated curriculum that covers the fundamentals of machine learning in healthcare settings. Discover the intersections through this series of virtual lectures led by Stanford’s leading health AIexperts.  Learn more and apply here: https://aimi.stanford.edu/education/aimi-summer-bootcamp

Key Dates: Applications Due: March 31, 2024, 11:59pm PT Program dates (internship & bootcamp): June 17-28, 2024 (Mon-Fri,9am-12pm PT)

Campus Walking Tours

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Cardiothoracic Surgical Skills Summer Internship

This two-week course is designed to educate high school students considering careers in science and medicine in cardiothoracic surgical anatomy and physiology. It is an intensive course that will provide knowledge of and exposure to basic and advanced   cardiothoracic surgery and technical skills (e.g., knot tying, tissue handling, suturing, and coronary artery bypass and valve replacement surgery). Lectures and skills sessions are conducted by Stanford University faculty and surgical residents. Currently, we are planning two virtual on-line sessions during Summer 2024.  There is a program fee, and financial assistance is available for applicants in need.  Check the program page for detailed information:  https://med.stanford.edu/cssec/summer-internship.html . Please check the website for the application due date.

Clinical Anatomy Summer Program (CASP)

The Clinical Anatomy Summer Program (CASP) offers high school students the unique opportunity to explore anatomy and health careers in a week-long, non-residential, in person program. Summer program students engage with virtual modalities of learning anatomy, hands-on suturing and dissection workshops, and the opportunity to interact with human cadaveric specimen! In 2024, CASP is offering both an in-person and virtual program. For more information, please visit: https://med.stanford.edu/anatomy/education/virtual-casp.html . The last day of registration for this program is April 19, 2024.

Clinical Neuroscience Immersion Experience (CNI-X)

The Clinical Neuroscience Immersion Experience (CNI-X) is an intensive summer program that generally follows a student’s sophomore, junior, or senior year of high school. During a two-week session either online or on the campus of Stanford University, participants are exposed to the breadth of research found in the Stanford Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences. Three sessions will be offered in 2024: Session 1 (June 17- June 28) will be held virtually via Zoom. Sessions 2 (July 8-July 19) and 3 (July 22-August 2) will be held in-person at the Stanford campus. There is a program fee and financial assistance is available for applicants in need. Learn more and apply on the website: https://med.stanford.edu/psychiatry/special-initiatives/CNIX.html . Applications will be accepted until March 1, 2024.

Educational Studies Program/Splash!

ESP/Splash! offers a Saturday or Sunday on campus full of academic and non-academic classes taught by Stanford students. ESP invites students to attend classes that could vary from completely “non-academic” stuff like cookie baking and origami, to complicated and challenging classes on machine theory or quantum mechanics. 

Farm to Table Summer Camp

Our Farm to Table Camp, offered for the 12th summer in collaboration with Santa Clara Unified School District, provides students in kindergarten through 8th grade with engaging and empowering learning experiences on our organic 11-acre suburban farm located in Santa Clara.

Future Advancers of Science and Technology

FAST is a program in which Stanford University graduate students mentor Future Advancers of Science and Technology (FAST) toward achieving their goals of answering open questions in science and engineering clever solutions to problems in their society. High school sophomores, juniors, and seniors of Andrew P Hill High School and James Lick High School meet with Stanford PhD students during afternoons of two Saturdays each month. The goal is to brainstorm projects and carry out experiments / build prototypes between September and February. In late January through March, high school students present their work at local science fairs, state science fairs, and at a Symposium at Stanford University.  FAST also offers a series of online workshops to help high school students navigate the college process.

Genomics Research Internship Program at Stanford (GRIPS)

The Genomics Research Internship Program at Stanford (GRIPS) brings summer internship opportunities in  computational  genetics and genomics to Bay Area high school students. GRIPS offers highly talented high school students a unique research experience, professional development, and community building opportunities. GRIPS is a twenty hour, eight week long research intensive experience for high school students. Program participants will be placed in a research laboratory for the summer and conduct genomics research under the supervision of a lab mentor. Application deadline is February.

Health Career Collaborative (HCC)

The Health Career Collaborative is a student-driven health career exposure & mentorship program that connects 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students from East Palo Alto Academy to undergrads, medical and graduate students, and faculty at Stanford. The HCC's goal is to expose students from disadvantaged and/or underrepresented backgrounds to the exciting field of healthcare in aims of making the future workforce of medicine more representative, and its delivery more equitable. If you are interested, please reach out to the contacts listed on the HCC webpage . 

High School Chemistry Outreach

Beginning in 2009, the Stanford Chemistry department teamed up with American High School in Fremont to bring in novel hands-on guided inquiry lab experiences. In these labs, students work together in small groups to carry out an exciting activity that would otherwise not be possible with the minimal equipment and supplies available to most high schools. The lab topics fit within the California Curriculum Standards, presented with an emphasis on how these concepts apply in the real world.  

Inspiring Future Scientists through Shadowing (IFSS)

IFSS is a two-week program hosted each summer by the chemistry department to give rising juniors and seniors in high school an opportunity to experience cutting edge chemical research while shadowing a graduate student mentor as they work in the laboratory.

Introduction to Logic High School Summer Camp 

The Introduction to Logic High School Summer Session is a two-week, non-residential program offering an introduction to logic from a computational perspective. With applications in mathematics, science, engineering, business, law, a Stanford Computer Science professor and logician and an award-winning high school instructor jointly teach this workshop. The 2024 session will take place on the Stanford campus. Scholarships are available. For more information, see  http://intrologic.stanford.edu/studentcamps/logicisfundamental.html .

MRS Outreach Ambassadors

MRS Outreach Ambassadors are graduate students in the Stanford Chapter of the Materials Research Society who offer in-class demonstrations and lectures on the materials of our world, materials of the future, and careers in science and engineering. Teachers may request a school visit at no charge. 

Pediatrics Internship Program at Stanford (PIPS)

The Pediatrics Internship Program at Stanford (PIPS) is a 6-week program in which high school students from diverse backgrounds are invited to learn about science, medicine, and research with Stanford faculty, postdoctoral fellows, students and researchers on a medically-oriented project. The goals of the program include increasing interest in biological sciences and medicine in Bay Area high school students, helping students to understand how scientific research is performed, and increasing diversity of students and researchers in the sciences. Students will spend 30 hours per week in the program (Monday through Friday, approximately 6 hours/day) .There is no cost associated with participation in this program – priority will go towards students underrepresented in medicine (racial/ethnic minority, first-generation college, low-income, etc)

Pre-College Opportunities within Energy Research (POWER)

POWER is a Stanford Energy Club program that offers hands-on workshops to introduce local high school students from historically marginalized communities to topics in sustainability and energy research. We are motivated by the goal of diversifying the pipeline of future energy leaders. To find out more about POWER’s past workshops, please visit  https://www.stanfordenergyclub.com/past-workshops

Pre-Collegiate University-Level Online Math & Physics Courses

These online courses are designed for motivated and academically advanced high school students to explore their intellectual passions, develop analytic reasoning and creative thinking, and study directly with expert instructors. Courses are offered for credit throughout the summer and academic year, and give students the opportunity to take a broad offering of math and physics courses not typically offered in secondary schools.

Science Accelerating Girls' Engagement (SAGE)

SAGE (Science Accelerating Girls' Engagement) is a one-week summer camp for public high school students (age 14-17) hosted by scientists and engineers to share what life is like in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) professions.

This program aims to foster innovation, grow the STEM community, and engage intelligent, creative, and passionate young women in the everyday life of scientists and engineers. Throughout the week, students will participate in job shadowing, hands-on projects, professional development, networking activities and more!

Science, Technology, and Reconstructive Surgery (STaRS) Summer Internship Program

Each year, the Division of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery hosts 15-30 talented high school and undergraduate students in our research laboratories.  The program is free to participants. STARS interns spend 7 weeks mastering basic lab techniques, participating in research projects, and presenting their work all under the mentorship of experienced researchers. Typically the internship begins in late June and extends to the first week in August, exact dates to be determined.

Seeds of Change

Seeds of Change partners Stanford undergraduates in technology disciplines with high school students interested in advancing the participation of women and girls in STEM, and provides an integrated curriculum of mentoring, training and skills development. The program’s goal is to establish and retain young women in technology fields, and create future women STEM leaders.

SHTEM Summer Internship Program

The Stanford Compression Forum hosts its annual SHTEM internship program every summer. This internship is intended to provide early exposure to research transcending traditional disciplinary boundaries. Students will be grouped to multifaceted projects that will benefit from their existing interests and strengths, while exposing them to new areas. Projects will be mentored by students, faculty and staff of the Stanford Compression Forum and its affiliated organizations. Themes will span and combine the science of information and communication, engineering, the arts, linguistics, psychology, biology, neuroscience, computer science, technology, philosophy, and design, among other areas. There is no fee to participate, but students must commit to attending the duration of the program. The 2024 program will be virtual. Applications are being accepted until February 23rd, 2024.

SIMR - Stanford Institutes of Medicine Summer Research Program

SIMR is for high school juniors and seniors interested in hands-on research in immunology, stem cell, cancer, neuroscience, bioinformatics or cardiovascular medicine. This eight week program enables students to take part in research, attend introductory lectures and present their work at a poster session open to the Stanford community. There is no cost to participate; interns earn at least a $500 stipend.

SMASH Academy on Stanford Campus

SMASH is a state of the art Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) summer enrichment program for high school students at Stanford, and other colleges.  High potential Black, Latino/a, Native American, Southeast Asian or Pacific Islander high school students participate in this three-year 5-week summer math and science enrichment program. There is no cost to participate.

SLAC Summer Internship Program

Participants in this program include high school (ages 18 and older), undergraduate and graduate level college students. Our internship programs are designed to provide students with stimulating, real-world work experiences. Interns can work up to twelve weeks from May until September, depending upon department needs and student school schedules. All students must be authorized to work in the U.S. and must pass a basic background check.

Stanford AI4ALL

Stanford AI4ALL aims to increase diversity in the field of Artificial Intelligence. During this three-week online program, students are immersed in AI through a combination of lectures, hands-on research projects, and mentoring activities. Participants engage with professionals in the field to learn about cutting-edge ideas, such as how AI can be applied in medicine, disaster response, and combatting poverty. The program also aims to build a close-knit community and encourage interest among underrepresented populations in the field.  

Stanford Clinical Science, Technology and Medicine Sumer Internships

This program is designed for high school (rising juniors and seniors) and pre-medical undergraduate students interested in pursuing careers in medicine, STEM, medical research and development, or health care design, with a specific focus on Anesthesiology, Perioperative and Pain Medicine. Three sessions will be offered in 2024: Session 1 June 24 - July 5, 2024, Session 2 (Clinical Skills) July 15-July 19, 2024, Session 3 (Virtual) July 29-August 9, 2023. Tuition varies depending on session.

Stanford Clinical Summer Internship

The Stanford Clinical Summer Internship brings together curious learners from differing backgrounds to actively engage in the exploration of the art and science behind world-class medicine. Discover, contribute, and make meaningful connections and friendships while working alongside dedicated and dynamic Stanford medical students, residents, and faculty, who are all eager to share the joy they have found in medicine.

Stanford High School Summer College

High School Summer College allows high-achieving students between 16-19 years to access undergraduate courses at Stanford University. This eight- or nine-week experience provides academic, social, and intellectual opportunities not found in a high school classroom. Rolling admission is open until May 1st for Summer 2024.

Stanford EXPLORE: A Lecture Series on Biomedical Research

The Stanford Explore Lecture Series covers the basic fundamentals and current research areas in Immunology, Neuroscience, Regenerative and Stem Cell Medicine, Cancer Biology, Bioengineering and Bioinformatics. Students must be in 9th-12th grade at the time of registration. This will be a 3-week virtual program in July.  

Stanford Math Circle

Math circles are weekly online gatherings of high school, middle school, and elementary school students working on problems involving complex and advanced mathematical topics, guided by mathematicians and educators.

Stanford Medical Youth Science Program (SMYSP)

The Stanford Medical Youth Science Program offers five weeks of intensive science and health training each summer. Participants are mentored throughout the five-week program by medical professionals, faculty, and college students with a passion for science. There is no cost to participate. The program is open to low-income, underrepresented high school juniors who live in Northern and Central California. 

Stanford Medicine Art & Anatomy Summer Program 

The Art & Anatomy Program is a 2-week summer immersion in visual storytelling. We offer both an in-person, and a virtual program. The program will include a speaker series from leading anatomists, physicians, and creatives whose work blend art and medicine. This will be followed by a week of drawing mentorship to develop a resolved final illustration. Students will present their final projects to a panel of artists, museum curators, and physicians. The program will take place June 17-28, 2024. No prior drawing or anatomy experience is required. Apply by March 18, 2024.

Stanford Medicine Clinical Summer Internship (MEDCSI)

MEDCSI is a rigorous 2 week program in Medicine that is open to highly motivated high school rising juniors and seniors, and premed students. Workshops and sessions are taught by Stanford faculty and include hands-on experiences such as performing bedside ultrasounds, dissections, suturing, splinting and visits to the Stanford emergency life flight station and free clinics. There are two identical sessions each summer, and both virtual and in-person sessions are available. There is a fee to participate. Applications are due February 25, 2024.

Stanford Online

Stanford Online offers free online courses taught by Stanford faculty to lifelong learners worldwide, and a variety of professional education opportunities in conjunction with many of the University’s schools and departments.

Stanford Pre-Collegiate Studies (SPCS)

Stanford Pre-Collegiate Studies offers online and residential academic enrichment opportunities for academically motivated youth, both in the summer and during the academic year. 

Stanford Pre-Collegiate University-Level Online Math & Physics

Stanford Pre-Collegiate University-Level Online Math & Physics offers 13 courses throughout the year, giving students an advanced offering of math and physics courses not typically available in secondary schools.

These online courses bring motivated and academically talented high school students together to allow them to explore their intellectual passions, develop analytic reasoning and creative thinking, and study directly with expert instructors. Courses in the University-Level Online Math & Physics programs are largely self-paced. Expert instructors are available for optional office hours to meet with students online and offer assistance as they progress through the course material. All courses carry Stanford University Continuing Studies credit, and students earn a Stanford Continuing Studies transcript. 

Stanford Program for Inspiring the Next Generation of Women in Physics (SPINWIP)

The Stanford Program for Inspiring the Next Generation of Women in Physics (SPINWIP) is a virtual summer outreach program hosted by the Stanford Physics Department, designed to get high-school girls excited about physics. This 3-week program is completely free to participants, and is held through video chat.  First-generation students and students from underrepresented backgrounds in physics are particularly encouraged to apply. Absolutely no prior knowledge of physics or coding is required.

Students will learn about cutting edge research in physics in fields such as quantum physics, quantum computing, astrophysics, and cosmology. They will learn how to code in Python, and then apply their coding skills to physics-based projects. Students will attend lectures by Stanford professors and researchers and work in small groups led by Stanford undergraduates, as well as attend college planning and career development workshops. Students will have the opportunity to form mentorship relationships with Stanford students and professors. Applications will be accepted until May 1, 2024

Stanford seeME

Stanford seeME is an outreach event to introduce young students to engineering! The Mechanical Engineering (ME) department at Stanford opens its doors to high school and middle school students in Spring 2022, where they will learn hands-on engineering from current Stanford students. By connecting middle- and high-school students with little or no background in Engineering, to diverse graduate students who are passionate and eager to teach it, we hope to create meaningful experiences that encourage every participant to explore a potential academic or professional career in Engineering. seeME lets students explore hands-on classes such as: wind energy, driverless cars, predicting the spread of disease, industrial engineering, fire, and data science.

Stanford School of Medicine Art & Anatomy Summer Program

This is a 2-week virtual program for rising 9th to 12th grade students that will combine lectures and drawing mentorship, led by Stanford Lecturer Lauren Toomer, who is jointly appointed in the Clinical Anatomy and Art & Art History Departments. For more information, visit our website . Applications for this program are open until until March 18th, 2024.

Stanford Science Penpals

Stanford Science Penpals connects 6th-12th graders across the U.S. to Stanford scientists. The goal is to expose kids to diverse scientific careers, answer science questions, and share a love of science! Penpal exchanges start in September and end in June. We encourage students to get in touch with us.

Stanford Summer Humanities Institute

Stanford Summer Humanities Institute is a summer enrichment program where rising high school juniors and seniors explore the big questions at the heart of the humanities in seminars led by distinguished Stanford professors.

Stanford University Mathematics Camp (SUMaC)

SUMaC leads participants on a journey in advanced mathematics through lectures, guided research, and group problem solving. In an environment centered on mathematics, participants explore current lines of mathematical research, the historical development of important areas of mathematics, and applications across scientific disciplines. Online and residential options are available.

Stanford ValleyCare Clinical Academy Program

The Stanford ValleyCare Clinical Academy Program is a two-week program in Pleasanton, CA for high school juniors and seniors with a strong interest in medicine as a career. Students will participate in an enriched curriculum consisting of hands-on activities, interactive lectures, and simulation experiences .   Students must be   16 years old to participate. There is a $50 application fee and a $4,000 fee to participate. Applications close March 8, 2024.

Stanford Young Investigators

At the Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability, high school scholars spend the summer working in research groups and laboratories on the main Stanford campus. Since 2004, over 300 high school students have worked in our research labs and learned about the process of science first hand. We offer several   different options , with different areas of focus and time commitments. Students are supervised directly by graduate scholars, post docs and lab managers. Once a week we have talks, lab tours, and field trips as a group.

Unpaid Internships for High School Students

In addition to formal internship programs for high school students, Stanford labs sometimes host high school interns on an informal basis, usually in unpaid internships. The Office of Community Engagement is not able to help individual students identify a host lab or project, but if you click on the red title above, you will find some information and tips.

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The pandemic brought about many changes to how students learn, including having more access to digital learning platforms. Virtual summer programs have continued to be popular amongst busy high school students as a way to engage in enriching experiences, even if they don’t have time to attend in person.

Virtual summer programs can be a great way for students to gain practical experience from home.

Virtual summer programs can be a good compromise for students—they typically require a few hours of commitment per day, meaning students can juggle multiple activities and still build their resumes. However, while these programs do have their advantages, they also have some drawbacks.

Pros Of Attending A Virtual Summer Program

• More flexible. Attending a virtual summer program often requires less time commitment on the student's part. Many in-person summer programs have the entire day planned out, from waking up at 8 am to lights out at 10 pm. Conversely, most virtual programs typically have a few hours of class time each day, but then require participants to do homework on their schedule. That means students can also be volunteering, working a summer job or other activities while also attending the virtual summer program. Since the programs are virtual, students can also participate all over the country, giving them greater freedom in choosing a program that truly interests them, and not just picking from the ones that are offered close by. International students might also be able to attend virtual programs.
• Diverse course offerings. Virtual programs will cover a variety of different topics from business to research to writing. Students can explore areas potentially not covered in their high school curriculum. Even though the programs are virtual, it is still possible for students to get practical experiences in a subject area they are interested in.
• Lower costs. Without the cost of room and board, many virtual programs are less expensive than in-person programs. In addition, students will also save on travel, meals, and other fees associated with in-person programs.

Cons Of Attending A Virtual Summer Program

• Fewer interactions with peers and instructors. Compared to in-person programs, virtual programs offer fewer opportunities for networking due to the lack of face-to-face interactions. While some virtual programs emphasize group work or discussions, it might not feel the same compared to students who attended an in-person camp.
• Technology Issues. With anything related to online learning, there might be technology challenges that occur. Fast internet is essential when joining a virtual program.
• Student accountability. Because there is less interaction between the instructor and the participants, the students will need to hold themselves accountable to complete the homework assignments. They also will need to prioritize learning in a distraction-free environment so they can remain focused on the coursework.

Virtual summer programs can be a good alternative for students who already have a packed summer schedule, but still want to get a learning experience beyond what their typical high school curriculum might offer. However, before committing to a virtual summer program, make sure to take into account the students' learning style, preferences and overall goals. While there are some potential drawbacks to virtual programs, in many cases, the pros outweigh the cons, leading to a productive summer at a virtual summer program.

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Best 5% interest savings accounts of 2024, research-focused virtual summer programs, the virtual waksman institute summer experience (vwise).

Location : Virtual

Dates : 8/12-8/23/2024; Monday through Friday from 9-10:30 am and 1-3 pm ET.

Cost : $500

Age requirements: Students must have completed a high school-level biology course

Deadline : Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. The $500 non-transferable and non-refundable fee is due two weeks after your application is acknowledged. The program is expected to reach capacity.

Overview : While this is a virtual program, it still allows students to complete a research project in molecular biology and bioinformatics. Students will participate in online seminars conducted by Rutgers faculty, analyze gene sequences using bioinformatic tools, and submit DNA sequence analyses for publication.

Rosetta Institute of Biomedical Research

Dates : 6/10-6/21/24 (Introduction to Cellular and Molecular Medicine), (7/8-7/19) (Medicinal Chemistry) and 6/24-7/6 and 7/22-8/2 (Medical Bioinformatics)

Cost : Prices range from $430-$1050

Age requirements: 12-18 (Introduction to Cellular and Molecular Medicine), 14-18 (Medicinal Chemistry) and 14-18 (Medical Bioinformatics)

Deadline : Rolling

Overview : Three virtual online workshops are offered. For students who want an introduction to research and how to use online tools to analyze biochemical data, these virtual classes could be a great option.

Young Scholars Program-REACH

Dates : 7/15-7/19/24

Cost : $100

Age requirements: High school student (graduating seniors are also eligible)

Deadline : 3/15/2024

Overview : At the Center for Neurotechnology (CNT) at the University of Washington, students will get early exposure to neural engineering and neuroscience which can help them begin basic preparation for a college major in a STEM field. Students will also receive an introduction to neuroethics, scientific communication and the latest developments in brain-computer interfaces.

INSIGHT High School Program

Dates : 7/1-7/26/2024

Cost : $2,200

Age requirements: Rising 10-12th grade, including graduating seniors

Deadline : 5/20/2024 (application opens 2/26)

Overview : Students will be introduced to medical and public health fields, with an emphasis on social justice and health disparities. Students will focus specifically on injury and violence prevention research. Some of the activities they will participate in include a public health research project, attending skill-building workshops and virtual injury and violence prevention seminars.

Rising Researchers

Dates : 3 summer sessions are available: 5/21-6/20/24, 6/18-7/25, 6/26-7/27

Cost : $3,500, early registration discounts are available

Age requirements: Rising 8th-grade through high school

Overview : In this summer program, a sister company of Moon Prep, students have the option to explore a variety of research subjects. These include studying human diseases or microbiology through Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning algorithms and investigating social determinants of health in cardiovascular disease. Within a small class group, students collaborate with a seasoned research mentor to write and publish a research paper. At the end of the program, participants showcase their research findings in a poster symposium attended by their peers and invited guests.

Stanford AI4ALL

Dates : 7/8-7/26/24

Cost : Varies

Age requirements: Rising 10-12th grade

Deadline : 2/20/24

Overview : Stanford AI4ALL’s goal is to increase diversity in the field of artificial intelligence. This program allows students to gain hands-on experience while learning from research mentors and participating in group research projects. Students will learn how AI can be used in a variety of different fields, including medicine, combating poverty, and disaster response.

Research Service-Learning Project: Self-Healing as a Health Right for All

Dates : 7/8-8/15/24

Cost : $1,995

Age requirements: Rising high school juniors and seniors

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An opportunity for high school students to spend a summer working in the Intramural Research Program at the NIH.

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This program is for 11th and 12th graders interested in exploring careers in research and healthcare. With the exception of the HiSTEP program , these are full-time research positions within one of the NIH Institutes and Centers (IC) in the NIH Intramural Research Program. Research groups are located on all NIH campuses, including the main campus in Bethesda, MD.

High school summer interns are selected by a central committee in each Institute/Center and placed in a research group to work under the supervision of a Principal Investigator (PI). HS-SIP applicants should not contact NIH investigators directly to explore possible positions.

We offer research opportunities in biomedical, behavioral, and social sciences with opportunities to explore basic, translational, and clinical research. Students interested in biology, engineering, epidemiology, psychology, mathematics, chemistry, pharmaceutical sciences, nursing, physics, computer science, bioinformatics, and other health-related fields are invited to apply. Summer interns may not work in administrative offices or outside of the NIH IRP.

All NIH summer interns have access to:

• professional development programs focused on core competencies needed for success in science careers
• educational and career advising
• a comprehensive well-being and resilience program

We also sponsor Summer Poster Day , where our interns share their research with the NIH community.

Diversity strengthens our community. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and strongly encourage applications from:

• people from racial and ethnic groups that have been underrepresented in biomedical research and healthcare fields
• people with disabilities
• people who identify as LGBTQ+
• people disadvantaged by life circumstances that have negatively impacted their educational opportunities.

Our goal is to support diverse students to enter careers in research and healthcare. To help us achieve this, we sponsor two cohort programs for high school students. Interns in these cohort programs have access to all resources of the broader HS-SIP program and also participate in orientation, leadership, professional development, and well-being programs as part of a learning community. The curriculum of each cohort program is tailored to the educational needs of the groups and includes a focus on science, professional, and personal skill development. The OITE sponsors two HS-SIP cohort experiences:

• HiSTEP for current high school juniors who will be rising 12th graders in the summer; this is a part-time program and interns do not work in NIH research groups.
• HiSTEP 2.0 for current high school seniors; this is a full-time program and interns are placed in an NIH research group.

To apply for the NIH HS-SIP, and HS-SIP cohort programs, you must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. In addition, you must:

• Be 17 years of age or older on June 15, 2024.
• Be enrolled in high school as a junior or senior when you submit your application. U.S. citizens may apply if they are enrolled at least half-time in high school. U.S. permanent residents must be enrolled in a high school in the U.S. to be eligible.
• If you are under 18 years old by June 15, live within 40 miles of the NIH campus on which you will intern when you submit your application.

Applicants with a family member working at NIH should be aware of the strict nepotism policy , which may limit your ability to work in certain NIH institutes, centers, or research groups.

Stipends for summer interns are adjusted annually and are based on educational level. There is free parking on each NIH campus; summer interns on some campuses may be eligible to participate in the Transhare program .

All summer interns must present proof of health insurance to participate in the program.

The decision to come to the NIH as a summer intern is an important one.  In most cases these are full-time research positions, and it is not possible to take summer classes or tend to other responsibilities during work hours.

Research groups are located on several different NIH campuses, including the main campus in Bethesda, MD. Before you begin your application, we encourage you to learn more about:

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• the various NIH campuses and the specific focus of the work performed there

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If you’re a high school student and are interested in going beyond classroom learning, you should definitely consider applying to a summer research program.  Having research experience can prove to be a significant point of differentiation in your college applications, and participating in one at your dream college can improve your chances even more.

Summer research programs will give you the hands-on experience you need while allowing you to take your learning to the next level with research projects and networking opportunities. These opportunities are highly selective and geared towards attracting talented high schoolers like you! 

To help you get started, we have compiled a list of the 10 best summer research programs for high schoolers interested in various fields!

1. Research in the Biological Sciences (RIBS) at The University of Chicago

The University of Chicago's Research in the Biological Sciences (RIBS) program is a rigorous four-week pre-college summer initiative designed to introduce students to diverse research methods in molecular biology, microbiology, and cellular biology.  The primary focus of the program is hands-on lab work and projects, although they are supplemented by lectures that are included in the curriculum. At the end of the program, students have the opportunity to present their individual projects.

Location: The University of Chicago campus

Cost: $14,000

Program Dates: June 15, 2024, to July 13, 2024

Application Deadline: January 18 (tentatively, based on previous years)

Eligibility: Current 10th or 11th grade students

2. Veritas AI - AI Fellowship

Veritas AI focuses on providing high school students who are passionate about the field of AI a suitable environment to explore their interests. The programs include collaborative learning, project development, and 1-on-1 mentorship.  These programs are designed and run by Harvard graduate students and alumni and you can expect a great, fulfilling educational experience. Students are expected to have a basic understanding of Python or are recommended to complete the AI scholars program before pursuing the fellowship. 

The   AI Fellowship  program will have students pursue their own independent AI research project. Students work on their own individual research projects over a period of 12-15 weeks and can opt to combine AI with any other field of interest. In the past, students have worked on research papers in the field of AI & medicine, AI & finance, AI & environmental science, AI & education, and more! You can find examples of previous projects here . 

Location : Virtual

$1,790 for the 10-week AI Scholars program

$4,900 for the 12-15 week AI Fellowship 

$4,700 for both

Need-based financial aid is available. You can apply here . 

Application deadline : On a rolling basis. Applications for fall cohort have closed September 3, 2023. 

Program dates : Various according to the cohort

Program selectivity : Moderately selective

Eligibility : Ambitious high school students located anywhere in the world. AI Fellowship applicants should either have completed the AI Scholars program or exhibit past experience with AI concepts or Python.

Application Requirements: Online application form, answers to a few questions pertaining to the students background & coding experience, math courses, and areas of interest. 

3. Horizon 

Horizon offers trimester-long research programs for high school students across subject areas such as data science, machine learning, political theory, biology, chemistry, neuroscience, psychology, and more! It is one of the very few research programs for high school students that offers a choice between quantitative and qualitative research!  

Once you select a particular subject track and type of research you’ll be paired with a professor or Ph.D. scholar (from a top university) who will mentor you throughout your research journey.  You’ll work to create a 20-page, university-level research paper that you can send to prestigious journals for publication as a high school student. 

This program is a solid opportunity for you to pursue a research program in highly specialized fields, under the guidance of a top scholar.  The program also provides a letter of recommendation for each student, as well as detailed project feedback that you can use to work on future projects and on college applications. Apply here !

Location : Virtual 

Application Date: May 21, 2024 for the summer cohort, and September 25, 2024 for the fall cohort 

Program Dates: 

Summer seminar - June 24, 2024 - September 2, 2024

Fall seminar - October 23, 2024 - February 19, 2025

Lab dates are flexible, but you must apply 4 weeks in advance.

Eligibility: High school students with good academic standing (>3.67/4.0 GPA) can apply. Most accepted students are 10th/11th graders! Only a couple of tracks require formal prerequisites, more details of which can be found here .

4. MIT's Women’s Technology Program (WTP)

MIT's Women's Technology Program (WTP) is an intensive four-week summer academic experience introducing high school students to engineering through hands-on classes, labs, and team projects after their 11th-grade. The program is completely free with a mechanical engineering focus and looks to empower students with limited STEM access . You can expect to be introduced to topics such as fluid mechanics, statics, heat transfer, thermodynamics, and engineering design. The program is designed and taught by graduate students and assisted by undergraduate students at MIT. 

Location: Massachusetts's Institute of Technology (MIT) campus

Program Dates: June 29, 2024, to July 26, 2024

Application Deadline: January 22 

Eligibility: Female-identifying 11th-grade students

5. Berkeley Business Academy for Youth (B-BAY) – Haas School of Business, University of California (Berkeley)

This two-week course at UC Berkeley allows students to familiarize themselves with teamwork, communications, presentations, creating a business plan, and research methods in a highly selective cohort of only 50 students.  In addition to the program, students will also attend guest lectures, engage in social activities, and work in teams to create a business plan that they will present at the end of the course.  As part of the program, they will also be able to interact with other UC Berkeley students. 

Location:  University of California (Berkeley) campus 

California resident tuition: $6,050

Out-of-state resident tuition: $7,050

Session I: July 6 – July 20, 2024

Session II: July 20 – August 3, 2024

Application deadline:  March 15, 2024

Eligibility:  High school students

6. Stanford Institutes of Medicine Summer Research Program (SIMR)  

The Stanford Institutes of Medicine Summer Research Program (SIMR) is an eight-week opportunity that lets high school students with diverse experiences, interests, and backgrounds engage in research alongside Stanford faculty, postdoctoral fellows, and researchers. The program aims to boost interest in biological sciences and medicine among high school students and provides insight into the process of scientific research. Each year, about 50 students are accepted and participants are given a minimum stipend of $500. Participants are also allowed to choose from 8 research areas within the program. 

Location: Stanford University campus

Cost: $40 application fee

Program Dates: June 10, 2024, to August 1, 2024

Application Deadline: February 24, 2024

Eligibility: All 3 of the following requirements must be met (no exceptions):

Students must currently be juniors or seniors at the time of application (as of the spring of 2024).  Students must be in the graduating class of 2024 or 2025.

Students must also be 16 years old or older by the start of the program.

Students must currently be living in and attending school in the U.S. AND must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents with a green card in order to apply.

7. Carnegie Mellon's Pre-College Computer Science Scholars Program

CS Scholars (CSS), part of the CS Pathways initiative, is a fully funded, 4-week immersive program at CMU for rising high school juniors.  It is led by Carnegie Mellon faculty and researchers, and offers college-level courses, college prep seminars, and hands-on Python programming with a focus on problem-solving techniques. In this program, you can expect to learn algorithmic components, basic data structures and computational skills. Students will engage in a group project addressing real-world challenges using computer science and present their work at the end of the program. Beyond the program, students will get to interact with CMU faculty and industry leaders in the field of computer science. 

Location: Carnegie Mellon campus

Program Dates: June 22, 2024, to July 20, 2024

Application Deadline: March 1, 2024

Eligibility: To be eligible for CS Scholars, students must:

Be 16 years old by the program start date.

Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Students who are registered with DACA are also eligible.

Be a sophomore in high school at the time of application submission.

8. Spark Summer Internship Program (Spark SIP)

The prestigious Spark Summer Internship Program matches high school students with industry experts, professors, and community leaders to introduce them to the idea of working on projects in the real world under their mentos . As part of the program, students take on research projects through their internship for a period of 8-12 weeks. In the new model that the program is adopting in 2024, the mentors will choose their preferred candidates for the internship and guide them through their research work. The program focuses on various STEM fields and prepares students for a potential career in scientific research. 

Location:  Depends on internship provider

Cost: To be announced

Program Dates: To be announced

Application Deadline:  April (tentatively, based on previous years)

Eligibility:  To be able to apply for SPARK SIP, you must:

Be in grades 9-12 during the current school year. Each internship project may have slightly different requirements, so make sure you check before applying!

Be a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident. The program is not open to international students.

Be committed to full participation in a residential internship at the location specified by the sponsor. This may involve expenses above the program fees.

9. YLAC’s The Young Researchers for Social Impact (YRSI) program

The Young Leaders for Active Citizenship (YLAC) program allows high school students to be a part of live research projects that enhance their critical thinking and problem-solving skills. The program helps you partner with organizations such as Indian School of Democracy, World Resources Institute, Lung Care Foundation, Breakthrough, and Teach for India.  This is the perfect summer research opportunity for students interested in working on issues across advocacy, gender, governance, public policy, public health, and environment. 

Location: Virtual

Cost: INR 25,000 plus taxes

Program Dates: June 22, 2024, to July 21, 2024

Application Deadline: May 5, 2024

Eligibility: Current 10th, 11th and 12th grade students who are not more than 18 years old at the start of the program 

10. Program in Mathematics for Young Scientists (PROMYS) – Boston University

PROMYS is a six-week residential math program that aims to build a deeper understanding and appreciation of mathematics among students. One of the salient features of the program is the opportunity that it offers to work alongside professional mathematicians on projects at the PROMYS-designed exploration labs. The research projects that students work on in small groups are a part of the concluding material that they present at the end of the program. This program is also partially funded by sponsors and explores topics such as number theory.  You will be challenged and encouraged to develop your problem-solving and investigation skills.

Location: Boston University campus

Cost: $6,100

Program Dates: June 30, 2024, to August 10, 2024

Eligibility: Students must satisfy ALL the following criteria by the first day of the program:

Be at least 14 years old

Have completed 9th grade (or its equivalent)

Not yet enrolled as a full-time college or university student

11. Research Science Institute (RSI)

The Research Science Institute (RSI) provides students with a summer research initiative that is sponsored by the Center for Excellence in Education (CEE), and hosted at MIT. During this 6-week program, students participate in intensive STEM courses while working on their research projects. You will have the opportunity to work under esteemed scientists and get a hands-on understanding of the various components of a usual research cycle . You will also create a research project that you have the opportunity to present and publish at the end of the program.

Location: MIT campus

Program Dates: June 23, 2024, to August 3, 2024

Application Deadline: December 13 (tentatively, based on previous years)

Eligibility: Current 11th grade students

One other option

If you are interested in building a university-level research project this summer, you could also consider applying to the Lumiere Research Scholar Program , a selective online high school program for students founded with researchers at Harvard and Oxford. Last year, we had over 4000 students apply for 500 spots in the program! You can find the application form  here.

Stephen is one of the founders of Lumiere and a Harvard College graduate. He founded Lumiere as a PhD student at Harvard Business School. Lumiere is a selective research program where students work 1-1 with a research mentor to develop an independent research paper.

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High School Research

Advanced high school math students interested in research and mathematics can undertake research projects during the academic year as well as the summer. The two programs available to high school students are:

• RSI - Research Science Institute
• PRIMES - Program for Research In Mathematics, Engineering, and Science

Please visit each section for more information.

Best Summer Research Programs for High School Students 2023

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Summer is an extremely important time as colleges want to know what the student is doing during their spare time. Based on your own interest, you can do just about anything. The sky is the limit – online courses, summer programs, internships, etc. Another great option is a research project; especially if you are aiming to get into the Ivy and elite colleges from India and other Asian countries . Here are some of the best-in-class   in-person and online summer research programs for high school students in 2023.

Summer Research Programs for High School Students

College is a giant academic leap from high school, and as such, it requires careful preparation, often beyond what high school can provide. Thus,  students (and their parents) often spend the summer after senior year  brushing up on skills that will give them the competitive edge they need to succeed in college and in their future careers.

A research program is one of those critical extracurricular activities that can demonstrate that you willingly take on challenging material and that you thrive amid competition. Your activities list will tell colleges that not only are you ready for college, but you also have experience in the research field.

The opportunity to have your scientific findings from a summer program published or presented in the scientific community is the ticket to sending your college applications to the next level .

Since many summer research programs themselves are selective, they provide you with experience as they mimic the college application process. They can range anywhere from one week to last the majority of your summer break (and even 6 months).

The prices range greatly too, with some free options alongside programs that cost thousands of dollars . A few of them (e.g. Lumiere and SHRM) also provide financial aid for deserving candidates with financial constraints.

How does a Research Project Help in College Admissions?

A research project on your resume can help you to demonstrate:

• Self-motivation and Initiative
• Long-term commitment
• Consistency and Depth within Interests
• Connection to Academics
• Creativity and Originality

You can use this list as a starting point for finding an online research program or summer pre-college program that matches your intended major. Read more about how research publications can help with college admissions .

Best Online Summer Research Programs for High School Students 2022

Why Undertake Online Research Programs in 2022?

The pandemic is still around. We are not 100% sure if there is going to be any other variant in the near future. So, we have prioritized online research programs for high school students. After all, safety is more important.

Summers in 2020 and 2021 showed us that students will be able to find activities that work in a virtual environment, and in doing so, they’ll learn a little more about themselves. With some creativity, they can find new ways to engage in their interests and develop new skills. Bonus points if they make a positive impact on others in their community in the meantime.

Online research programs for high school students offer a unique opportunity to demonstrate their skills in research and pursue the possibility of having their findings published. 

Lumiere Education

Founded by Harvard & Oxford researchers, the Lumiere Research Scholar Program is a selective research program for high school students. Students work 1-1 with a research mentor from a top university to develop a full-length, undergraduate-level research paper. The program offers the opportunity to do research in any academic field of your choice, ranging from machine learning and economics to physics and history.

In the 2020-2021 school year, over 1500 students applied to the program. An analysis of ED/EA admissions of former Lumiere students showed that alumni were 26% more likely to be accepted to the top ten universities in the US .

Lumiere also helps students with the publication process for their research. Students’ past research projects have gone on to be finalists at MIT Think, published in journals like the Cornell Undergraduate Economic Review, and have won competitions like Regional ISEF Regeneron fairs.

Lumiere also provides scholarships to students whose families make less than $35,000 per year (US applicants) or 15 lakh rupees per year (Indian or non-US applicants).

Interested in the Lumiere Research Scholar Program 2022?

Application Deadline: March 13, 2022.

Research Areas at Lumiere:

• Data Science
• Computer Science
• Gender Studies
• Business & Entrepreneurship
• International Relations

Horizon Academic

Horizon Academic (HARP) is a trimester-long online research program for extraordinary high school students to refine their interest in an academic subject. Students will develop a college-level research project under the individualized guidance of a professor from a globally renowned university.

Students choose their own subject area and work with a professor, post-doc, or Ph.D. student to develop a unique research proposal. After a trimester of reading, writing, and exploring, students finish their final projects, most often a 20-25 page research paper.

By showcasing a student’s very best work, Horizon gives students the opportunity to get letters of recommendation, seek outside recognition of the quality of their work, and demonstrate their exceptional talent to universities.

Research Areas:

• Machine Learning and Biotechnology
• Cancer Biology (CRISPR)
• Neuroscience
• Protein Physics
• Formulation Chemistry
• Ancient Greek-Roman History

SHRM Biotechnologies

SHRM Biotech is an affiliated training institute under the Life Science Skill Sector Council, Govt. of India. It is dedicated to providing training to students coming from life science backgrounds and high school students passionate about science. They provide a wide range of services including Research Projects, Training (both offline and online), contract research facilities, assistance in the development of project reports, and so on.

Research projects are usually of longer tenure, like 12-16 weeks, and involve the participation of the students in gathering data, analyzing it, and then coming to a fruitful conclusion. There are other reasons why students must opt for dissertation projects, they are mentioned here:

• Performing investigation while dealing with a research problem and simultaneously collecting and organizing information (or data).
• Checking the validity of the data by performing required experiments in the laboratory under experienced faculty
• Application of data analysis by application of technology and intellect to critically evaluate information
• Showcase the findings of the dissertation as a well-explained report by aligning it with the present scientific knowledge
• Present the research in your institution or an audience.

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Pioneer Academics

It’s a great option to do a research project online and earn credits from a US college. Pioneer is well respected for its rigorous academic standards which apply to both the faculty members and the students.

The Pioneer Research Program provides undergraduate-level research opportunities to talented, intellectually motivated high school students (and college students) from around the world. It is the only online credit-bearing research program for high school students that offers STEM, social sciences and humanities disciplines.

In the Pioneer Research Program, selected students to work one-on-one with leading US university professors in advanced study and research of a topic of their interest, culminating in a full-length research paper. The program is conducted entirely online, allowing high school students from all over the world to participate.

It’s another platform that provides opportunities to high school students to conduct research projects online. The platform allows students to connect with an expert mentor online and develop a college-level research project. The projects allow students to showcase their work through a publication, conference presentation, or creative piece.

Students need to have a solid idea of what they want to study and preferably some research ideas as well. Here are some of the  projects done by previous students .

CrowdMath (a joint program by the Art of Problem Solving and MIT Primes)

It’s a massive online collaborative year-long research project open to all high school (and college) students around the world.

Students get a unique opportunity to collaborate on a large research project with top-tier research mentors and an exceptional peer group. MIT PRIMES and Art of Problem Solving are working together to create a place for students to experience research mathematics and discover ideas that did not exist before.

Click here for more information on Project 2022 .

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Other Top Online Summer Research Programs for High School Students

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• ScholarLaunch
• BioChemCoRe
• J Craig Venter Institute
• Apple World Wide Developers Conference
• Congressional App Challenge
• Google Code Jams
• InternWorks
• UCI Summer Premed Program
• Anson L Clark Scholar Program
• Cambridge Future Scholar Programme

Best Summer Research Programs for High School Students

• Memorial Sloan Kettering Summer Student Program
• Rockefeller University Summer Science Research Program
• Research Science Institute (RSI)
• Applied Research Innovations in Science and Engineering (ARISE)
• Simons Summer Research Program
• Research in Materials Science Program (RIMS)
• Research in Science & Engineering (RISE) Internship

Summer Research Programs for High School Students on Medicine and Biomedical Sciences

• Center For Disease Control Disease Detective Camp  – Atlanta, Georgia
• Coriell Institute For Medical Research Summer Experience  – Camden, New Jersey
• City Of Hope Cancer Center Eugene And Ruth Roberts Summer Student Academy  – Duarte, California
• Wistar Institute Summer Fellowship Program In Biomedical Research  – Philadelphia, PA
• Howard Hughes Medical Institute Jump Start Program  – College Park, Maryland
• McLaughlin Research Institute For Biomedical Sciences Summer Internship  – Great Falls, Montana

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For many high schoolers, summer vacation means sleeping in, lazy days on the couch catching up on Netflix, and hanging out with friends. While these activities sound good, they, unfortunately, don’t do much to improve a student’s chances of getting into a top school.  

Luckily, summer programs allow talented young students to explore their fields of interest, get a taste of college life, and make new friends while enriching their minds and improving their application profile. Lasting anywhere from a week to a month (or longer), the majority of these programs still leave time for those traditional summer vacation activities, too. 

What Makes a Summer Program Prestigious? 

Just as summer programs encompass a wide variety of subjects, run for varying lengths, and cost different amounts, the prestige of summer programs also differs. The most prestigious summer programs are selective and free, like the Anson L. Clark Scholars Program which accepts just 12 students annually and rewards participants with a stipend. 

Less impressive summer programs accept most students and often require paying a hefty fee. Some of these summer programs are held at selective colleges and universities, which has led to the misconception that attending one can bolster your odds of admission at the school. Attending a summer program at a selective college will not really help your chances of admission to the school, though it will help you to get a feel for what the campus and the surrounding area are like. 

The Four Tiers of Extracurricular Activities are useful for understanding the prestige differences between summer programs. The highest tiers—Tiers 1 and 2—are reserved for uncommon and attention-grabbing summer programs (highly selective and usually free), while the lower tiers—Tiers 3 and 4—are for more common and less impressive summer programs (less selective and typically pricey).

CollegeVine’s free chancing engine is another great tool for gauging the prestige of summer programs. It can help you assess the strength of your extracurricular profile and organize your activities outside the classroom, like summer programs, into Tiers. 

Most Prestigious Summer Programs for High Schoolers 

1. telluride association summer seminar (tass).

Dates: June 23 – August 3

Location: Cornell University, University of Maryland, and University of Michigan

Application Deadline : January 3 

Cost: Free 

The Telluride Association Summer Seminar is a six-week program that allows rising high school juniors and seniors with diverse backgrounds from around the world to study how power and privilege shape social structures through courses in humanities and social sciences. Attendees are intellectually curious and motivated learners who commonly go on to attend some of the country’s finest colleges and universities. 

TASS is completely free, including the cost of tuition, books, room and board, and even travel if necessary—eliminating any financial barriers that may prevent the brightest minds from attending. 

2. Research Science Institute (RSI)

Dates: June 23 – August 3 

Location: Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

Application Deadline : N/A

The Research Science Institute gathers 100 of the world’s most outstanding high school students at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) for a free, five-week program where they can experience the research cycle in its entirety. Combining on-campus coursework in scientific theory with off-campus work in science and technology research, RSI students produce individual projects guided by experienced scientists and researchers, culminating in written and oral presentations of their projects.

3. Minority Introduction to Engineering and Science (MITES)

Dates: Late June – Early August

Application Deadline : February 15 

MITES is a residential program at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) aimed at students interested in pursuing a degree—and subsequently a career—in the STEM fields. Program participants are academically talented and come from diverse, underrepresented, or underserved backgrounds. 

Throughout this six-week residential program, high school juniors develop the skills necessary for success in STEM fields while learning about the value and reward of acquiring advanced technical degrees. 

4. Program in Mathematics for Young Scientists (PROMYS)

Dates: June 30 – August 10

Location: Boston University 

Application Deadline : March 1

Cost: $6,100

Founded in 1989, PROMYS is a six-week residential program enrolling approximately 80 carefully chosen, mathematically gifted high school students who are at least 14 years old and have completed ninth grade. 

Attendees of PROMYS are not treated as students; rather, PROMYS participants are thought of as mathematicians. Throughout the program, these young mathematicians explore the field supported by their peers, counselors, research mathematicians, and research scientists.

PROMYS does have a higher price tag, however, the program is free for domestic students whose families make under $80,000 per year. Financial aid is also provided based on demonstrated need. 

5. Research in Science & Engineering (RISE)  

• Residential: June 30 – August 9 
• Commuter: July 1 – August 9

Application Deadline : February 14

• Tuition: $5,350
• Room and board: $3,120 – $3,426

RISE is a six-week summer program at Boston University (BU) for the nation’s best and brightest scientifically minded high school juniors. Participants in the RISE program are afforded two tracks: internship and practicum. 

Students opting for the internship track will gain hands-on experience with research projects and work under the mentorship of distinguished faculty, post-doctoral fellows, and graduate students with opportunities in fields such as astronomy, biology, biomedical engineering, chemistry, computer science, electrical and computer engineering, mechanical engineering, medical laboratory research, neuroscience, physics, psychology, and public health.  

The practicum track is focused on computational biology and follows a set syllabus, making it an ideal choice for students who prefer more structured study.

6. The Summer Science Program (SSP)

Dates: Varies 

Location: New Mexico State University, University of Colorado-Boulder, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, Purdue University,  and Indiana University 

Application Deadline : February 16 

Cost: Up to $8,800 (the program fee is scaled to what a student can afford) 

The SSP is a 60+-year-old program designed to help future scientists, doctors, engineers, and entrepreneurs realize their full potential. By providing the role models, intellectually-equivalent peers, challenges, and inspiration that SSP participants often find lacking in their schools, the program immerses talented rising seniors from across the globe in experimental science. 

Throughout the intensive 39-day program, students conduct a research project from beginning to end, take field trips, listen to guest speakers, and, most importantly, partake in a life-changing experience. 

The SSP practices need-blind admissions—an applicant’s ability to pay for the program isn’t factored into admission decisions. The cost of the program is scaled based on family income, with students from more affluent families paying more and those from lower-income families paying less, if anything at all.

7. Boys State / Girls State

Dates: Varies

Location: Varies 

Application Deadline : Varies 

Cost: Generally free 

Boys State was founded in 1935 by two Illinois Legionnaires and the first Girls State was held three years later in 1938—these two summer programs teach high school juniors about the rights, privileges, and responsibilities of U.S. citizens, along with the structure of city, county, and state governments. 

This intensive one-week program divides students into parties, elects officials, and works to carry out basic functions such as writing, proposing, and passing bills. Other Boys/Girls State activities include legislative sessions, court proceedings, law enforcement presentations, assemblies, bands, choruses, and recreational programs.

8. Boys Nation / Girls Nation

• Boys Nation: July 19 – 26
• Girls Nation: July 20 – 27 

Location: Washington D.C. 

Since 1946, Boys Nation has convened each summer to form a Senate in Washington, D.C., made up of representatives from the 49 Boys States (every U.S. state is represented except Hawaii). The first Girls Nation gathered the following year in 1947. 

Each state sends two students (who have completed their junior year and have at least one semester of high school remaining) to act as Senators representing their state. Throughout the week-long program, students gain first-hand experience of the inner workings of government, listen to lectures, participate in forums, and visit notable D.C. sites. The highlight of the program for many Boys/Girls Nation senators is the opportunity to meet with elected officials from their home states.

9. Stanford University Mathematics Camp (SUMaC)

• Session1: June 17 – July 5
• Session 2: July 8 – 26 

Location: Stanford University 

Application Deadline : February 1 

• Online: $3,550
• Residential: $8,250

SUMaC is offered as both a residential program at Stanford University and online. The program is for high-achieving high school juniors and seniors seeking to be challenged in mathematics and with a desire to learn about the latest in mathematical research and the application of mathematics across scientific fields.

Throughout the program, participants learn about advanced mathematics through lectures, guided research, and group problem-solving. SUMaC also provides students with a sample of a college-level workload—delivering rigorous coursework along with challenging assignments to complete outside of meeting times.

10. Stanford Institutes of Medicine Summer Research Program (SIMR)

Dates: June 10 – August 1 

Application Deadline : February 24 

Students are invited to perform basic research on a medically focused project through the eight-week-long SIMR. The program aims to help students gain a deeper understanding of how scientific research is conducted, introduce them to careers in the biological sciences and medicine, and increase diversity in the field. 

There are eight areas of research available for students to participate in: immunology, neurobiology, cancer biology, bioengineering, stem cell and regenerative medicine, cardiovascular biology, bioinformatics, and genetics and genomics. 

The program is open to all domestic high school juniors and seniors, however, priority is given to Bay Area students. Students from groups underrepresented in biomedical research are encouraged to apply. Not only is SIMR free, but students receive a stipend for their participation.

11. Stanford Medical Youth Science Program

Dates: June 4 – July 26

Location: Stanford University

Application Deadline : March 15

This selective five-week program—only about 24 students are selected—is open to high school juniors in Northern California from low-income and first-generation families. The program aims to help students develop academically and empower them to begin their college and medical careers. Throughout the program, participants engage in lectures, take part in professional development workshops, attend networking events, and conduct research projects while being mentored by Stanford faculty and health professionals.

Not only is the Stanford Medical Youth Science Program free, but participants receive a $1,250 clinical research stipend.

12. Science Internship Program (SIP)

Dates: June 10 – August 10 

Location: University of California-Santa Cruz (UCSC)

Application Deadline : March 31 

Cost: $4,000

The SIP at the University of California-Santa Cruz (UCSC) gives high-achieving and driven students the rare chance to work and learn at a premier research institution. Projects are available in fields such as science, engineering, social sciences, humanities, and art.  

For more than a decade, this nine-week program has allowed students to spend their summer working on authentic open-ended science research projects while being mentored by UCSC faculty, graduate students, and post-doctoral researchers. The program is open to high schoolers in grades 9 through 12 and presents a fantastic opportunity for students interested in pursuing a career in a STEM field to see scientific research “in action.”

13. Economics for Leaders (EFL)

Application Deadline : Rolling 

Cost: $2,300 

This week-long program occurring at colleges and universities across the country (as well as virtually) gives future leaders hands-on experience using economics in the decision-making process. EFL seeks to make budding leaders more effective by showing them how to use economic analysis when considering public policy choices while also creating a deeper understanding of leadership and building leadership skills.

EFL is open to high school sophomores and juniors and is competitive—just 25 to 40 students are accepted at each site. 

14. Summer Academy for Math and Science (SAMS)

Dates: June 22 – August 3 

Location: Carnegie Mellon University 

SAMS is a six-week residential program at Carnegie Mellon University for current high school juniors age 16 or older interested in pursuing an undergraduate STEM degree. Participants in SAMS develop a deeper knowledge and a better understanding of a variety of STEM fields through classroom instruction, hands-on learning, and consistent engagement with faculty and staff mentors. 

SAMS strongly encourages students from backgrounds underrepresented in STEM to apply.  

15. The Hampshire College Summer Studies in Mathematics (HCSSiM)

Dates: June 30 – August 10 

Location: Hampshire College 

Cost: $5,882  

Entering its 52nd year, HCSSiM is a residential six-week advanced mathematics program held at Hampshire College in which talented students from around the world spend a large portion of their days engaged in mathematics—not just the results of math problems. 

HCSSiM’s mission is to prepare and motivate high school students to pursue degrees, and ultimately careers, in mathematics. HCSSiM offers participants unparalleled access to faculty in classrooms, at mealtimes, and in the dorms. HCSSiM attracts a diverse group of students—typically the number of girls and non-binary students equals the number of boys. 

The cost of the program is $5,882, although the program is free for domestic students from families with household incomes less than $68,000.

Dates: August 3 – 9 

Location: Austin, Texas 

Application Deadline : March 2 

Founded in 2001 to address the lack of diversity in the media, JCamp brings high school freshmen, sophomores, and juniors from a wide variety of cultural, racial, religious, and political backgrounds (to name a few) together for six days of intense journalism training. 

Participating in sessions and workshops led by journalists employed by top media companies, students get hands-on training in broadcasting, print journalism, photojournalism, and online media—and produce media packages for the program’s news site. 

JCamp is free if selected to attend; the program covers the cost of everything from airfare to housing to meals.

17. MathILy

Dates: June 30 – August 3

Location: Bryn Mawr College

Application Deadline : April 30 

Cost: $5,300

Serious mathematics infused with levity, MathILy is a marvelous five-week residential program at Bryn Mawr College. Led by mathematicians possessing PhDs and supported by graduate and undergraduate students, MathILy participants learn to improve their problem-solving ability, hone their critical thinking skills, meet other incredibly talented young mathematicians, and work on lots of advanced math problems. 

When not tackling topics such as combinatorial optimization, generating functions, information theory, knot theory, and Markov chain modeling, students will participate in program-wide discussions about college choices and career possibilities inside and outside of mathematics. 

Only about 30 students are selected to participate in MathILy annually.

18. High School Honors Science, Math and Engineering Program (HSHSP)

Dates: June 16 – August 3

Location: Michigan State University 

Application Deadline : March 1 

Since 1988, HSHSP has given students entering their senior year of high school the opportunity to gain first-hand research experience in a university environment. Drawing talented and driven students from across the United States and its territories to Michigan State University, this seven-week residential program allows students to make connections with like-minded students from diverse backgrounds, build friendships, and increase their knowledge of science and mathematics while fostering a passion for the field.

19. Anson L. Clark Scholars Program  

Dates: June 16 – August 1

Location: Texas Tech University

Application Deadline : February 15

The distinguishing characteristic of the Anson L. Clark Scholars Program is that it’s open to students in a wide range of fields—from biology to computer science to history. This extremely competitive program attracts applicants from across the globe to Texas Tech University and acceptance to the program is a feather in the cap of any college-bound student.

Participants are afforded the unique opportunity to gain hands-on research experience in their field while working one-on-one with faculty over the program’s seven intense weeks. Many Clark Scholars use the experience to shape their future college and career goals. The Clark Scholar Program is free for chosen applicants—the only cost students are responsible for is their transportation to and from the program. In fact, a stipend is awarded upon the student’s completion of a research project report.

This program is open to rising and graduating high school juniors; only 12 students are chosen each summer.

20. Notre Dame Summer Scholars

• Session 1: June 8 – 22
• Session 2: June 29 – July 13

Location: University of Notre Dame 

Application Deadline : February 20 

Cost: $4,725

During an intense two weeks, rising juniors and seniors enrolled in the Summer Scholars program are given a taste of life on a college campus. Participating in one of 31 fields of study ranging from accounting to world politics and power, Summer Scholars get a preview of college academics while earning one college credit for completing the program. 

Of course, there is much more to college than just the classroom—summer scholars are encouraged to work together on coursework outside of class and ample time is provided to sample the social side of college life.

21. Hk Maker Lab

Dates: July 8 – August 13 

Location: Columbia University 

Application Deadline : February 2

This free four-week summer program at the Columbia University School of Engineering allows students to tackle a hands-on design project under the guidance of the university’s renowned faculty and present it to the community. The program is for New York City high school juniors and seniors from economically or educationally disadvantaged backgrounds. 

22. Tufts University Biomedical Engineering Research Scholars (TUBERS) Program

Dates: July 1 – August 16 

Location: Tufts University 

This six-week program for academically talented students teaches research techniques, experimental protocols, making predictions, and testing hypotheses. Participants will leave the program with a completed research project that they can enter in local and national science competitions. 

The program is open to students age 16 and older and is free, however, participants must arrange their own transportation to and from the Tufts campus in Medford, Massachusetts, and housing is unavailable to out-of-state students. 

23. Pomona College Academy for Youth Success (PAYS)

Dates: June 23 – July 19

Location: Pomona College

Application Deadline : February 26

Cost: Free  

PAYS helps prepare talented local high schoolers—rising sophomores through rising seniors—for admission to some of the country’s best colleges and universities. Over 90 students (roughly 30 sophomores, 30 juniors, and 30 seniors) are selected annually to participate in the four-week residential program, where they engage in a variety of activities, including classwork, cultural events, workshops, projects, and field trips. 

PAYS is free and aimed at students traditionally underrepresented in higher education, such as students who are the first in their family to attend college, from low-income families, and from racial/ethnic groups like African American, Latino, Native American, and Pacific Islander. 

24. Annenberg Youth Academy for Media and Civic Engagement  

Dates: June 17 – July 19

Location: University of Southern California (USC) 

Application Deadline : March 22 

Just 26 students from the communities surrounding the USC University Park and Health Science Campuses are selected to participate in this prestigious summer program. The program exposes participants to college-level work while helping them develop a better understanding of the role that media communications and journalism play in fashioning civic-minded thought leaders and innovators. 

Program participants also build valuable skills like writing, critical thought, public speech and debate, multimedia production, interviewing, and ethnography while exploring career paths in media and journalism.

25. Broad Summer Scholars Program

Dates: June 3 – August 2 

Location: Broad Institute 

Application Deadline : January 10 

This six-week program is perfect for rising Massachusetts high school seniors with an interest in science. Participants are paired with scientists to conduct original cutting-edge research projects in fields like cancer biology, psychiatric disease, chemical biology, computational biology, and infectious disease. 

In addition to performing research, participants will present their findings at a scientific poster session, attend a college fair, meet like-minded students, and have fun! Not only is the Broad Summer Scholars Program free, but participants receive a $3,600 stipend at its conclusion.

26. Ross Mathematics Program

• Otterbein University: June 9 – July 19
• Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology: June 16 – July 26

Location: Otterbein University and Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology

Cost: $7,000

The Ross Mathematics program traces its roots to the launch of the Sputnik satellite in the 1950s and the surge of interest it spurred in science education. Today, this six-week residential program encourages students to explore mathematics—such as careers where math plays a vital role, like research, science, and finance—and discover how it’s used for critical thinking and informed citizenship.

Admission to the Ross Mathematics Program is competitive. Only about 60 students are accepted at each location and in 2023 just ≈15% of applicants were accepted.

27. Simons Summer Research Program

Dates: July 1 – August 9

Location: Stony Brook University

Application Deadline : February 7

Established four decades ago as an outreach program for local students, today the Simons Summer Research Program attracts high-achieving students from across the country. The program is aimed at rising juniors and provides them with the opportunity to gain hands-on research experience in science, math, or engineering.

Participants are matched with faculty mentors, join a research team, and are responsible for the project. They’ll also attend workshops, listen to lectures, take tours, and attend special events. The program concludes with participants producing a written research abstract and research poster.

Not only is this program free, but students are awarded a stipend for their participation in the program.

28. The Jackson Laboratory Summer Student Program

Dates: June 1 – August 10

Location: Bar Harbor, Maine, and Farmington, Connecticut

Application Deadline : January 29

High school and college students from across the nation compete for a spot in this competitive summer program—just 40 students are selected. Participants immerse themselves in genetics and genomics research while gaining a deeper understanding of laboratory work, building communication skills, and experiencing personal growth.

Participants develop an independent research project, implement their plan, analyze the data, and report the results. The program concludes with students presenting their findings to their parents, peers, and researchers.

Students are awarded a $6,500 stipend for participating in the program.

29. Princeton Summer Journalism Program

Dates: July 26 – August 5

Location: Princeton University and online

This free program for aspiring journalists is open to high school juniors. This hybrid program begins with online workshops and lectures and concludes with a 10-day residential institute at Princeton—giving participants a taste of college life at a world-renowned university. The program culminates with the publication of a newspaper, The Princeton Summer Journal.

In addition to journalism-focused activities, students will also prepare for college—learning about the college application process, crafting essays, discovering how to find best-fit schools, gaining an understanding of how applications are evaluated, and meeting with college admissions representatives.

30. Iowa Young Writers’ Studio

• Session 1: June 16 – 29
• Session 2: July 14 – 27

Location: University of Iowa

Application Deadline : February 4

Cost: $2,500

The Iowa Young Writers’ Studio is a two-week summer residential program that gives promising high school writers the chance to study and live at the home of one of the country’s oldest and most renowned writing programs. Students can select from one of five core courses, each with a seminar and workshop component to them. The five core courses are:

• Creative Writing
• TV Writing/Writer’s Room
• Playwriting

Participants in the program will meet other aspiring young writers, get to share their writing, receive constructive criticism, and ultimately hone their craft.

As you can see, there are prestigious summer programs for high schoolers across the country in a wide array of fields and subjects. Make sure you thoroughly research the options available to you and look into the details of each program you are considering. Also, remember that while it’s fantastic to participate in one of these highly selective and impressive programs, it’s not the end of the world if you don’t get in. There are plenty of enriching ways you can spend your summer that can still look just as impressive on a college application.

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Banner image: "Drivinq questions" boards, such as this one featuring burning questions about Arctic wildfires, sit at the heart of new, three-year science curricula. (Credit: inquiryHub)

A coalition of educators from 10 states and led by the University of Colorado Boulder has released a new series of free science curricula for high school students—touching on issues critical to the lives of young people, from wildfires to rising sea levels and cancer biology.

  Check out the OpenSciEd High School curricula

The new curricula, called OpenSciEd High School , is a three-year high school science program designed by a consortium of developers led by the inquiryHub, a research-practice partnership based at CU Boulder. The ambitious curriculum project reflects the collaborative efforts of the OpenSciEd High School Developer’s Consortium, which also includes Northwestern University, BSCS Science Learning, the Dana Center at the University of Texas Austin and Denver Public Schools. Ann Rivet of Columbia University led the integration of Earth and space science in the curricula.

Any teacher or school across the United States can download these materials at no cost, said William Penuel, who led the $7 million project . 

“This project has been a partnership of unprecedented scale in the development of high-quality instructional materials in science,” said Penuel, distinguished professor in the Institute of Cognitive Science (ICS) and School of Education at CU Boulder. “It’s also been a partnership that has kept its eyes always on the prize of giving all high school students the opportunity to experience science as relevant to their lives and as an important resource for improving their communities.”

Penuel noted that the curricula take a new approach to teaching about science—giving kids opportunities to get their hands dirty (in some cases literally) and ask and answer their own questions about the natural world.

Educators create a sample driving questions board during an inquiryHub workshop. (Credit: inquiryHub)

Educators learn how to guide their students through new science curricula during a professional development workshop in St. Paul, Minnesota. (Credit: inquiryHub)

High school students, for example, might shine heat lamps on pieces of construction paper to learn how ice of different colors melt at different speeds in the Arctic. They may create static electricity by rubbing balloons on various objects to understand why lightning strikes in some places around the world and not others. They might also crush pieces of foam together to simulate how the motion of tectonic plates gives rise to mountain ranges like the Rockies.

OpenSciEd High School was guided by the non-profit organization OpenSciEd with support from the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Carnegie Corporation of New York, Walton Family Foundation and William and Flora Hewlett Foundation. The Consortium’s curriculum development also benefited from input from a 10-state steering committee, the Learning in Places group, and Science Educators for Equity, Diversity, and Social Justice.

Kate Henson, director of K-12 STEM teaching and learning at inquiryHub, said the team designed its materials with real teachers and students from 310 schools. 

“They’re designed for teachers by teachers,” Henson said. “These are people who understand the demands of the classroom. They understand the scaffolds and support that students need.”

Driving questions

Henson added that, in many cases, traditional curricula treat science as a set of facts that students need to memorize. OpenSciEd High School hinges on a student’s own curiosity. 

Take, for example, one biology unit focusing on the spread of wildfires around the world. Students begin by hearing about an ecological puzzle: In some parts of the Arctic, “zombie” fires can form in the carbon-rich soil below ice. Students may wonder: What’s in the smoke from those zombie fires? Where do the fires get oxygen to burn? They write their questions down on what Henson and her colleagues call a “driving questions board”—then spend the next several weeks answering them.

“The whole instructional model has a storyline that is designed to make the learning coherent from the student perspective,” Henson said.

Developing the curricula took years of hard work. 

First, inquiryHub researchers surveyed real high school students, including many from communities underrepresented in the sciences, about the topics they most wanted to learn about. Then the group worked with education researchers, high school teachers, school district administrators and more to design the curricula. Finally, the team field tested the lessons in classrooms serving roughly 19,000 students. The curricula align with the Next Generation Science Standards, a set of standards that guide science education in states across the country, including Colorado. 

The inquiryHub group also offers a range of professional development resources to guide teachers through implementing this new way of teaching science. 

The team hopes the curricula will help provide all high school students, no matter their backgrounds, access to a high-quality science education and give them tools to begin solving issues facing their own communities.

“These are for everybody,” Henson said. “And they’re all free, so teachers are able to adapt them to their own local contexts.”

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Partnerships between high schools and community colleges are increasing opportunities for high school students to earn college credits.

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Colleges and universities are expanding opportunities for high school students to earn college credit for free before they graduate.

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The cost of higher education is one of the greatest barriers to student enrollment and retention , according to recent surveys. Providing discounted or free tuition is one way institutions have supported student success, and new partnerships look to offer financial incentives to encourage traditional-aged students leaving high school to enroll.

State-level opportunities for dual enrollment or free community college are not new trends but have grown in popularity in recent years. Both states and individual institutions, including private nonprofit universities, are discounting rates to show students college is affordable and within reach.

Inside Higher Ed compiled five examples of programs—new, with new features or with innovative aspects—that support high school students’ enrollment and degree attainment through free courses and other supports while they’re still in high school.

Dual enrollment, or opportunities for traditional-aged students to earn college credits while in high school, have grown in popularity, according to experts.

“Dual enrollment has been one of the main channels through which postsecondary enrollment has expanded over the last years,” says Tatiana Velasco, research associate at the Community College Research Center at Columbia University’s Teachers College.

In addition to boosting colleges’ enrollment, free college courses are a way to invite students to explore new subjects, be exposed to higher education experiences and ease their transition into an institution if they choose to enroll.

• Roanoke College: Explore@RC

A new program at Roanoke College in Virginia, Explore@RC , will allow high school students to earn 12 free credits in introductory courses. The initiative, funded by a $3.5 million grant from the Virginia Board of Education, is open to 10th- to 12th-grade students.

The dual-enrollment process will allow students to complete classes on campus for half a day (with transportation provided to Salem City Schools students), and students have access to campus resources including tutoring, peer mentoring, success coaches and campus activities.

There is no tuition, nor fees, for participants, and the students also do not have to pay for their textbooks or materials.

• Salt Lake Community College: PACE

In January, SLCC and Granger High School established a new partnership focused on supporting first-generation and low-income students in their pursuit of postsecondary education, expanding a long-standing program to a new cohort of learners.

The four-year program, PACE, short for Partnership for Accessing College Education, supports students throughout their high school journey and encourages enrollment at SLCC upon graduation. Six high schools in the surrounding area participate in PACE.

PACE is funded through SLCC donor support, and the expansion to Granger High School was funded by the George S. and Dolores Doré Eccles Foundation. Granger High School’s 60 participants received free iPads as well.

All incoming ninth graders are eligible if they are a first-generation college student or qualify for free or reduced lunch. To remain in the program, students commit to maintaining a 2.0 GPA or higher and participating in PACE events, mentoring or programs to help them develop study skills and overcome any obstacles they may encounter. Successful graduates receive a full two-year scholarship to SLCC, worth approximately $12,300.

Of the 561 students who graduated from PACE, 442 have enrolled and attended college, according to an SLCC press release.

• University of Providence: Three-for-Free

High school students who opt in to one of the dual-enrollment programs at the University of Providence in Montana can complete three courses for free through a new Three-for-Free initiative announced July 16.

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The two tracks—dual enrollment into the college’s courses in person or online, or a concurrent enrollment through their high school—both allow local Montana students to earn credits for the university for free and then pay a $55-per-credit-hour tuition rate for additional courses.

The Montana University System offers high school students two dual-enrollment courses , or up to six credits, for free, but UP’s offer gives learners one additional course.

• Ivy Tech Community College: Free Summer Courses

School may be out for the summer, but high school students in Indiana can earn free college credit through a summer program at Ivy Tech Community College.

The initiative launched in 2020 and allows any high school student to enroll in Ivy Tech courses over the summer before they transfer to their four-year institution or continue on at one of Ivy Tech’s 19 campuses in the fall. The college will also cover the cost of students’ books and course materials, as applicable.

College leaders hope the intervention boosts college-going rates of youth and young adults in the state. During summer 2023, more than 4,000 students enrolled in free courses throughout the state.

• University of California, San Diego: Discover UC San Diego

In 2023, UCSD created a pilot program to connect San Diego high school students with free online college courses, delivered by university faculty. Campus leaders learned not every high school in the area offered honors or Advanced Placement courses, leaving some students disadvantaged in their college attainment journey.

“Discover UC San Diego also demonstrates to students, particularly students who would be the first in their family to attend college, or those from backgrounds typically underrepresented at colleges and universities, that they do belong in the university environment and that they can be successful at UC San Diego,” the university’s website says.

During the pilot, 120 students enrolled in three online courses that were developed to be more accessible to high school students but maintained the rigor of a higher education course. Staff plan to scale the program in the future, adding more courses and creating real-time learning opportunities.

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What all high schools can draw from career and technical education programs, by samantha shane     jul 10, 2024.

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My colleagues feverishly jotted down notes as one of my students, Ethan, moved through his presentation on how educators can more intentionally use AI in their classes. Ethan, a high school junior studying to become a secondary history teacher in our Academy for Education and Learning, was presenting findings from his extensive research to the staff at our school.

As part of this program at Morris County Vocational School, in New Jersey, where I teach, students engage in research about key issues at our school and learn how to plan effective professional development to support the staff. Ethan provided strategies and resources for teachers to use in their classrooms, and through this assignment, he learned a variety of skills including how to design compelling professional learning opportunities, how to find and evaluate sources and how to communicate his findings clearly to an audience.

When I tell people I work at a Career Technical Education (CTE) school, also known as a vocational school, they often assume I’m working with students who have struggled academically or behaviorally, but that’s not the case at our school. In fact, it’s a pretty dated misconception of CTE programs.

Over the past decade, CTE schools have transformed into education spaces that commit to giving students a comprehensive experience that prepares them for the workforce, helping them cultivate strong skills in their chosen career path. These programs exist in many districts across the country, some as standalone schools and others as programs embedded in the district. Some include more traditional vocations like automotive, cosmetology, plumbing and carpentry, while others have expanded to industries including education, computer science, business, biotechnology and health care.

The population of students I serve as a teacher in our Academy for Education and Learning are interested in pursuing a career in education. Students from the county apply to the program of their choice during eighth grade, a process that involves taking an admissions test; submitting transcripts, teacher recommendations and a personal video; and entering a lottery, since demand is high. The students in our academy are motivated, passionate and dedicated to learning more about the field they are interested in.

As a teacher in a CTE high school and an alumnus of the same program where I now teach, I’ve seen firsthand the benefits of this type of education from providing industry-specific training as well as key skills to be successful in any field, such as professionalism, maintaining accurate records and communicating effectively.

There are many types of high schools available to students, but regardless of the school model, all high schools need to be thinking about how to address the disparity between the skills that today’s employers want employees to have and the actual skills they have.

By design, CTE programs consider questions that are relevant to this gap. Do students know how to think of their feet? Can students apply the facts, definitions and key concepts they’ve learned to a project? What skills will students need in the next five, 10 and 15 years to be successful? I think about these questions each day as I prepare my students to pursue a career in education, and over the years, I’ve found that incorporating CTE skills into teaching helps students have a deeper learning experience.

To close the skills gap, there are a number of practices, strategies and ideas that any high school can draw from the CTE model. Here are a few.

Develop Learning Opportunities Around Authentic Issues, Problems and Ideas

At my school, we focus on creating authentic learning projects for students, which can be an undertaking, but have shown great benefits. An authentic project has three major components: it integrates a variety of skills, has an authentic audience (think beyond just the classroom teacher) and it relates to a real-world issue.

When I first began thinking about authentic learning projects, I was overwhelmed, but I started small. The New York Times Learning Network, which offers educational resources, runs multiple contests and challenges for students and I picked one for my students to participate in. The one I started with was a multimedia challenge asking students to share what high school is like for them. We spent time brainstorming a list of feelings students had about high school, the hardships, the exciting moments, and everything in between. Students started to have rich discussions about what the purpose of school should be and tapped into their creativity to find unique ways to represent their ideas through writing, images, audio or video. The project was simple for me because it came with the guidance like a rubric, a model and examples to help with lesson planning. My students enjoyed it so much that since then, we have participated in several including a one-pager challenge where students respond to a New York Times story, a contest where students submit an original podcast and a contest where students can share opinion essays on issues they care deeply about.

As I became more comfortable, I began designing my own projects. For example, my students read a variety of books about education to learn more about challenges and solutions in the field. Instead of hosting a class discussion, my students host roundtable discussions about their books, designing their own discussion questions and takeaways to share. The goal is for each student to facilitate a rich conversation based on the main themes of their book, while gaining experience leading an engaging conversation. For this project, students invite teachers, school leaders and families to engage in the conversation.

Recently, I worked on a more complex project in which my students hosted two family learning nights for a local elementary school. They created stations for students, taught parents key math and reading skills so they could better support their child at home, and gained experience running a schoolwide event, learning valuable skills from start to finish. Parents and school administrators were amazed at how well teenagers put together a community event.

Invite Guest Speakers to Provide More Perspective

Guest speakers contribute to deeper learning and help students make connections to the world outside of the classroom. In our CTE program, guest speakers can also expose students more directly to the industry they’re pursuing.

Earlier this year, I was facilitating a series of three lessons about classroom management. Students learned to identify different behaviors , practiced creating a behavior management system and had an opportunity to give and receive feedback on implementing a behavior plan. I invited a local certified behaviorist to join our class to offer insight along the way.

My students observed children in our on-site preschool to identify various behaviors. The behaviorist visited our class and helped students understand the different reasons why young children exhibit various behaviors, led their efforts to comb through data from their observations and offered support as they designed individualized behavior plans for particular students. She was able to provide industry-specific language, discuss best practices and help my students implement real plans to support the preschoolers in our building.

Weaving Subjects Together to Create More Meaning for Students

Interdisciplinary connections allow students to explore topics through a variety of lenses. When students can understand how one topic might be covered in English, History and Science, they’re able to grasp it more deeply. CTE programs are uniquely positioned to build interdisciplinary connections because of the focus on real-world application. Students engage with projects that focus on transferable skills and allow for integration of core academic subject knowledge.

During a recent unit on creating a meaningful curriculum, I brought my students to visit a local museum to meet with the museum curriculum director and curator of collections to learn how they create programming for children. They evaluated the museum’s education program and worked together to design a new curriculum. Through the process, they learned about key historical events and analyzed them through an art and English lens.

Then, they paired their knowledge of how students learn best and their experience as young people visiting the museum to provide feedback to the museum’s educators on the current programming offered by the museum. The unique combination of history, art and English education offered them a glimpse into how subjects can be woven together cohesively, and they were also exposed to new career pathways in the field of education.

Teaching at a CTE high school has allowed me to think outside the box and challenge myself to bring authentic, engaging experiences to my students and has helped me keep my love of teaching alive. More importantly, it has allowed me to provide a strong foundation of skills for my students to be successful in entering the workforce, which is critical, especially in a future that is unknown.

Samantha Shane is a Career and Technical Education teacher in New Jersey.

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15 Biology Research Opportunities for High School Students

By Eric Eng

Biology is your go-to science, a branch of science that’s filled with endless opportunities for discovery and innovation. If you’re a high school student with a love for biology, plenty of research opportunities await to give you a taste of the professional scientific research world. These experiences offer so much more than your typical classroom lessons.

This article presents 15 biology research opportunities for high school students designed for scholars eager to explore this scientific field. These opportunities allow students to apply their learning in practical settings and prepare them for future academic and career pursuits in science.

From environmental studies and biomedical research to genetics and beyond, each program offers a unique chance to delve into specific areas of interest, guided by experts and utilizing cutting-edge technologies.

1. HiSTEP at NIH

• Location : Bethesda, Maryland
• Subfield : Biomedical and healthcare
• Eligibility : High school juniors from the DMV area with a minimum 3.0 GPA
• Important Dates : Application deadline: January 12.

The High School Scientific Training and Enrichment Program (HiSTEP) at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) is a distinguished example of biology research opportunities for high school students, especially those residing in the District of Columbia , Virginia, and Maryland metro area.

Tailored for high school juniors who demonstrate a keen interest in biomedical and healthcare careers, HiSTEP fosters the development of basic science skills and immerses participants in a rich curriculum covering a broad array of STEM-M topics.

Through workshops, lectures, and hands-on experiences on the NIH campus in Bethesda, Maryland, the program aims to broaden students’ perspectives on science and healthcare professions while promoting diversity in these fields.

Eligibility criteria ensure the program is accessible to students who meet specific academic and socioeconomic thresholds, ensuring that those who could most benefit from such an experience have the opportunity to do so.

2. George Washington Carver Internship Program

• Location : Iowa State University, Iowa
• Subfield : Food systems and agricultural processes
• Eligibility : U.S. citizens and legal residents with a minimum 3.0 GPA
• Important Dates : Application deadline: February 1.

The George Washington Carver Internship Program represents a remarkable opportunity among biology research opportunities for high school students, particularly those interested in agriculture, food systems, and environmental science.

Hosted by Iowa State University, this program invites students to engage directly in the scientific research process by spending eight weeks on campus conducting research alongside experienced mentors.

Participants delve into projects that could range from studying plant genetics to exploring sustainable agricultural practices, providing them with a comprehensive overview of the challenges and innovations in the field of agricultural sciences.

The internship is designed to equip students with hands-on research experience and inspire them to consider future careers in these critical areas of study. With provisions for on-campus housing, a meal plan, round-trip airfare, and a stipend, the program breaks down barriers to participation, making it accessible to U.S. citizens and legal residents who meet the academic criteria.

3. Pacific Northwest National Laboratory Young Women in Science (YWIS)

• Location : Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
• Subfield : STEM
• Eligibility : Female high school students interested in STEM
• Important Dates : Application deadline varies.

The Pacific Northwest National Laboratory Young Women in Science (YWIS) program is a pioneering initiative designed to provide biology research opportunities for high school students, focusing specifically on empowering female students through science.

This program, set within the prestigious environment of the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, is tailored to foster an inclusive atmosphere where young women can explore their interests in various STEM fields, including biology, environmental science, and more.

Over ten weeks during the summer, participants can work closely with scientist mentors on real research projects, gaining invaluable hands-on experience beyond the conventional classroom setting. Alongside the research component, the YWIS program enriches its participants’ experience with various developmental activities such as laboratory demonstrations, field trips, and workshops designed to build skills, knowledge, and confidence.

This initiative aims to inspire the next generation of female scientists by exposing them to the vast possibilities within scientific inquiry. It also strives to break down gender barriers in STEM by actively encouraging young women to pursue their scientific interests.

4. Broad Summer Scholars Program

• Location : Cambridge, Massachusetts
• Subfield : Cancer biology, chemical biology, computational biology, infectious disease
• Eligibility : Rising Massachusetts high school seniors with Bs in science and math
• Important Dates : Application deadline: January 10.

The Broad Summer Scholars Program is a standout initiative among biology research opportunities for high school students, hosted by the Broad Institute in Cambridge, Massachusetts.

This program provides an immersive six-week experience that invites rising high school seniors to dive into the world of scientific research across various domains such as cancer biology, chemical biology, computational biology, and infectious disease.

Aimed at fostering a deeper understanding of biology and encouraging the pursuit of science careers, the program connects students with cutting-edge research projects, enabling them to work alongside renowned scientists and researchers.

Participants are given the unique opportunity to conduct significant research and explore potential science careers, attend informative scientific talks, and expand their network of peers with similar interests.

5. Brown Environmental Leadership Labs (BELL)

• Location : Anchorage, AK; Mammoth, CA; Providence, RI
• Subfield : Environmental science
• Eligibility : High school students
• Important Dates : Application deadline: May 10, 2024.

The Brown Environmental Leadership Labs (BELL) is a prominent fixture among biology research opportunities for high school students seeking to explore environmental science in a profoundly immersive setting.

This program, hosted by Brown University , takes students through some of the most breathtaking landscapes in Anchorage, AK, Mammoth, CA, or Providence, RI. The landscapes offer a backdrop for study and a hands-on laboratory for understanding the intricacies of environmental challenges.

Participants explore issues such as climate change, sustainability practices, and the socio-political dynamics of environmental stewardship while being guided to develop their environmental action plans.

This initiative is designed to mold future environmental leaders by empowering them with the knowledge, skills, and perspective needed to advocate for and implement real-world solutions in their communities.

6. Summer Child Health Research Internship

• Location : Boulder, Colorado
• Subfield : Child health
• Eligibility : Rising high school seniors, college students, and first-year medical students
• Important Dates : Application deadline: Early February.

The Summer Child Health Research Internship offers an unparalleled opportunity among biology research opportunities for high school students with a keen interest in pediatric health and medical research.

This program, hosted by the University of Colorado Boulder’s Department of Pediatrics, immerses participants in biomedical research and pays a stipend, making it both an educational and financially beneficial experience.

Throughout the program, students are engaged in hands-on research projects under the mentorship of seasoned professionals, providing a real-world glimpse into the challenges and advancements in child health.

Additionally, the program encourages participants to develop their scientific communication skills by preparing a written summary of their research findings. Remarkably, students are allowed to present their work at local, regional, and national meetings, with the program offering support for travel and registration fees if their paper is accepted.

7. Center for Talented Youth (CTY) Honors Biology

• Location : Online
• Subfield : Biology
• Eligibility : Academically advanced students (grade 7+)
• Important Dates : Ongoing applications.

The Center for Talented Youth (CTY) Honors Biology course at Johns Hopkins University stands out among biology research opportunities for high school students. It offers a deep dive into complex biological concepts through an accessible online platform.

This program is tailored for academically advanced students starting in grade 7 eager to challenge themselves beyond the traditional classroom setting. CTY Honors Biology allows students to explore the intricate world of biology. It does so with the flexibility of online learning, making it a viable option for students regardless of their geographic location.

The course’s structure emphasizes academic rigor, promoting a thorough understanding of biological principles and their application in various scientific contexts. By focusing on engaging students with challenging content, the program aims to foster a deeper appreciation and understanding of biology among its participants.

This unique opportunity provides a comprehensive introduction to the field, encouraging students to pursue further studies and careers in biology and related disciplines. By participating in this program, students can expect to enhance their scientific knowledge and analytical skills and possibly even spark a lifelong passion for biological sciences.

8. Johns Hopkins Internship in Brain Science Program (JHIBS)

• Location : Baltimore, MD
• Subfield : Neurological sciences
• Eligibility : Baltimore-area high school students
• Important Dates : 8-week summer program.

The Johns Hopkins Internship in Brain Science Program (JHIBS) is an engaging and impactful initiative among the biology research opportunities for high school students, particularly those in the Baltimore area interested in neurological sciences.

This 8-week summer program is designed to immerse participants in the cutting-edge field of brain science, providing them with firsthand experience in neuroscience research. JHIBS serves as a unique platform for students to gain exposure to the complexities of the brain, understand the latest scientific research methods, and discover potential career paths in this rapidly evolving discipline.

By participating in this program, students receive invaluable mentorship from leading experts in the field and contribute to meaningful research that could have long-term implications for understanding brain function and treating neurological diseases.

This initiative highlights Johns Hopkins University’s commitment to advancing neuroscience research and education while fostering the next generation of scientists and medical professionals with a solid foundation in brain science.​​

9. GeneLab for High Schools (GL4HS)

• Location : NASA, varies
• Subfield : Space life sciences
• Important Dates : N/A.

GeneLab for High Schools (GL4HS) is an innovative program at the forefront of biology research opportunities for high school students, particularly those fascinated by the convergence of biology and space exploration.

This unique initiative, developed by NASA, seeks to involve students in analyzing biological data derived from spaceflight experiments. Participating in GL4HS gives students a rare chance to work with data that could provide insights into how microgravity and other space conditions affect life beyond Earth’s atmosphere.

This program not only offers an introduction to astrobiology and space life sciences but also equips students with valuable skills in data analysis and scientific research methods.

The focus on real-world data from space missions underscores the program’s commitment to advancing our understanding of life in space and preparing students for futures in STEM fields where they might one day contribute to groundbreaking discoveries.

10. Texas Tech University’s Research Program

• Location : Lubbock, Texas
• Subfield : Health sciences
• Important Dates : Application deadline: February 15, 2024.

The Texas Tech University’s Research Program emerges as a significant opportunity for high school students in the landscape of biology research opportunities, offering a platform for participants to delve into health sciences research.

This 7-week intensive program, based in Lubbock, TX, is designed to immerse students in a research-based environment where they can work alongside Texas Tech’s General Health Sciences Center professors.

The program not only introduces students to the fundamentals of scientific research but also exposes them to weekly seminars and discussion sections, enriching their understanding of current issues and methodologies in health sciences. Additionally, field trips are organized to provide a broader perspective on the real-world applications of their research.

This initiative is structured to build students’ knowledge and skills in health sciences and inspire them to consider future careers in this vital field. Texas Tech University’s Research Program is pivotal in cultivating the next generation of scientists and healthcare professionals​​by providing high school students with university resources and mentorship.

11. University of Chicago’s Research in the Biological Sciences

• Location : University of Chicago
• Subfield : Molecular biology, microbiology, cellular biology

The University of Chicago’s Research in the Biological Sciences (RIBS) is a standout program in biology research opportunities for high school students. This intensive four-week summer course is designed to immerse students in various cutting-edge molecular, microbiological, and cell biological techniques currently used in research laboratories.

Set against the backdrop of one of the nation’s leading research universities, RIBS participants spend most of their days in the lab, gaining hands-on experience beyond the standard high school curriculum.

Starting with basic lab techniques, the course gradually moves towards more specialized molecular methods in cell biology, genetics, developmental biology, and cancer biology. The highlight for many students is the opportunity to conduct an independent project, allowing them to apply their newfound skills to fundamental research questions.

This program not only provides participants with a glimpse into the life of a research scientist but also equips them with the knowledge and experience to pursue further studies and careers in the biological sciences.

12. Waksman Student Scholars Program

• Location : Rutgers University
• Subfield : Molecular biology, bioinformatics
• Eligibility : High school students and their teachers

The Waksman Student Scholars Program (WSSP) offers a unique opportunity among biology research opportunities for high school students, focusing on molecular biology and bioinformatics.

This distinctive program, hosted by Rutgers University, enables high school students and their teachers to engage in genuine research projects over the academic year, starting with a summer institute.

The program’s hands-on approach allows students to work on real scientific problems. By analyzing DNA sequences that could be published in scientific databases, students contribute to understanding molecular biology.

The WSSP is not just about conducting experiments; it also encompasses data analysis and interpretation, providing participants with a comprehensive experience in scientific research. By working alongside research scientists and utilizing cutting-edge technology and methodologies, students gain a deep understanding of how science operates outside of the traditional classroom setting.

13. Research Science Institute (RSI)

• Location : Center for Excellence in Education
• Subfield : Scientific research and collaboration
• Eligibility : Exceptional high school students

The Research Science Institute (RSI), hosted by the Center for Excellence in Education, represents one of the premier biology research opportunities for high school students globally. This highly selective summer program gathers some of the most promising students worldwide to engage in rigorous scientific research.

Participants have the unique opportunity to conduct original, cutting-edge research in biology, chemistry, physics, and engineering. The program combines on-campus coursework in scientific theory with hands-on research in a state-of-the-art laboratory under the mentorship of leading scientists and researchers.

This immersive, six-week experience at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology ( MIT ) is designed to challenge and expand students’ understanding of their chosen field of study. It fosters a community of young scientists dedicated to pursuing careers in science and technology.

Beyond the laboratory, RSI provides a comprehensive experience with guest lectures and seminars, offering students insights into the latest scientific discoveries and research methodologies. This program accelerates participants’ academic careers and builds a strong foundation for future scientific community contributions.

14. Aspiring Scientists Summer Internship Program (ASSIP) – George Mason University

• Location : Options for remote, in-person, or hybrid formats
• Subfield : Various STEM fields, including astronomy, biochemistry, drug discovery, environmental science
• Eligibility : Minimum age of 15 or 16 by June 18th, 2024, depending on the lab type
• Important Dates : June 18 – August 9, 2024.

The Aspiring Scientists Summer Internship Program (ASSIP) at George Mason University epitomizes a premier example of biology research opportunities for high school students, offering an immersive dive into the world of scientific research.

Over 8 weeks, participants are granted the unique opportunity to work alongside George Mason University’s distinguished faculty and researchers, utilizing state-of-the-art equipment and technologies to explore diverse fields within biology, including neuroscience, biochemistry, environmental science, and more.

This program is tailored to foster scientific skills and knowledge and enhance participants’ scientific writing and communication abilities, crucial competencies for budding scientists. Furthermore, ASSIP strongly emphasizes career exploration within STEM fields, facilitating discussions and meetings with role models to help students envision potential career paths.

The program’s flexibility to offer remote, in-person, or hybrid formats ensures that a broad range of students can participate, making cutting-edge scientific research accessible to those at the critical stage of shaping their future academic and professional pursuits.

15. World Science Scholars

• Subfield : Science
• Eligibility : High school students passionate about science

The World Science Scholars program is a transformative initiative among biology research opportunities for high school students focusing on expanding the horizons of exceptionally talented young individuals in science and mathematics.

This program, designed for students with remarkable abilities in these areas, aims to further challenge and develop their talents through advanced online courses and collaborative projects. Participants have the rare opportunity to engage with leading scientists and educators, gaining insights into complex scientific topics that extend well beyond the standard high school curriculum.

The program deepens their understanding of scientific principles and encourages them to apply these concepts innovatively, potentially contributing to real-world solutions. Moreover, the World Science Scholars program fosters a global community of like-minded peers, providing a supportive network for these young scholars to exchange ideas and inspire one another.

Through this initiative, students are equipped with the knowledge, skills, and connections that can propel them to the forefront of scientific research and discovery, setting the foundation for future endeavors in biology and other scientific fields.

What Skills Can Students Gain from Participating in Biology Research?

Participating in biology research opportunities for high school students equips young scholars with a multifaceted skill set beyond traditional classroom learning. Firstly, students develop a strong foundation in scientific inquiry and analytical thinking , learning how to formulate hypotheses, design experiments, and interpret data. These opportunities often require students to engage in critical thinking and problem-solving, invaluable skills in any academic or professional setting.

Furthermore, participation in research projects enhances students’ technical competencies, including proficiency in laboratory techniques, use of scientific equipment, and familiarity with statistical software, essential for pursuing advanced studies and careers in the sciences.

What Are Unique Features of Some High School Biology Research Opportunities?

The landscape of biology research opportunities for high school students is diverse, offering a range of unique features that cater to different interests, skills, and career aspirations.

One distinctive aspect is the breadth of research areas available, from environmental science and sustainability efforts at programs like the Brown Environmental Leadership Labs (BELL) to the cutting-edge biomedical and genomics research conducted through initiatives like the Broad Summer Scholars Program and the GeneLab for High Schools (GL4HS) project. These programs often provide access to state-of-the-art laboratories and equipment, allowing students to conduct experiments and analyses on par with professional research settings.

Another unique feature is the emphasis on real-world impact and interdisciplinary collaboration. For instance, projects may tackle pressing global challenges, such as climate change or infectious diseases, encouraging students to apply their biological knowledge to develop viable solutions.

Additionally, many programs foster collaboration across scientific disciplines, enabling students to see the interconnectedness of biology with fields like chemistry, physics, and computational science, thus broadening their perspectives and enhancing their problem-solving skills.

The mentorship component is also a hallmark of these research opportunities. Students receive guidance from experienced scientists and researchers. This mentorship extends beyond laboratory techniques, encompassing professional development, scientific ethics, and career planning.

Furthermore, some programs emphasize community engagement and leadership development, preparing students to communicate scientific knowledge effectively to the public and to lead future scientific endeavors.

Finally, the opportunity for students to contribute to original research that can be published or presented at scientific conferences is a significant feature that sets these programs apart. This not only adds to the academic credentials of young scholars but also instills a sense of accomplishment and contribution to the scientific community.

How Do High School Biology Research Programs Prepare Students for College?

High school biology research programs offer a robust preparation for college by immersing students in real-world scientific research, thereby equipping them with a comprehensive set of skills and experiences.

Participating in biology research opportunities for high school students allows individuals to gain hands-on experience in the lab, familiarizing them with experimental procedures, data analysis, and applying scientific methods to solve complex problems—skills directly transferable to college-level biology courses.

Additionally, these programs often involve critical thinking and interdisciplinary learning, encouraging students to integrate knowledge from various scientific fields, which enhances their ability to tackle the multifaceted challenges they will encounter in higher education.

The collaborative nature of research also teaches students teamwork and leadership as they learn to work effectively with peers and mentors. This fosters a sense of community and mutual respect that is vital for academic and professional growth.

Exploring biology research opportunities for high school students opens doors to a world of scientific inquiry and discovery, laying a solid foundation for future endeavors in the vast field of biology.

These programs offer more than just a deep dive into various biological subfields; they provide a platform for personal and professional growth, skill development, and invaluable networking opportunities with peers and mentors alike.

As students participate in these research opportunities, they enrich their understanding of biology and contribute to meaningful scientific advancements. Whether your interest lies in the intricate workings of the human genome, the complexities of ecosystems, or the frontiers of bioengineering, these opportunities are stepping stones to a future where you can make a significant impact.

Armed with experience, knowledge, and a network of like-minded individuals, students who take advantage of these opportunities are well on their way to becoming the next generation of scientists, ready to tackle the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead in pursuing scientific discovery and innovation.

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Google and Howard University to train underrepresented high schoolers in data analytics—and it’s free to students

Preston Fore is a staff writer at Fortune Recommends, covering education and its intersection with business, technology, and beyond. Preston graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he studied journalism and global studies. His previous work can be found in The Daily Tar Heel and CNN. 

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If you’re thinking about going to college to, say, pursue a degree in data science , here’s a statistic to listen to: college graduates make $1.2 million more, on average, during their lifetime than those who don’t.

That’s according to data compiled by the Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities. For those early in their career, obtaining a degree is about more than simply getting a diploma—it means a substantially greater change at having a higher salary , and thus, having greater social and economic mobility.

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But for many students, especially low-income and underrepresented high schoolers, the idea of going to college may be a daunting one to say the least—with many not believing they could be worthy enough to pursue a career, especially in-demand, high-paying jobs in the STEM field. A new partnership, shared exclusively with Fortune , between Google, Howard University, and the National Education Equity Lab is hoping to reverse that hesitation.

Starting this fall, students at under-resourced, Title 1 high schools will be able to learn the fundamentals of data analytics via Google’s industry-recognized certification program as well as gain six college credits from Howard—all at no cost to students.

“It’s a critical pipeline opportunity for students in our high schools that have not had an opportunity to be exposed to potential careers in data analytics (who) will (otherwise) be behind the curve because of this absence of exposure,” explains Leslie Cornfield, founder and CEO of the National Ed Equity Lab .

Since 2019, the organization has reached more than 25,000 disadvantaged students in many of the country’s largest school districts—including in New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Miami, Nashville, and Denver—with opportunities to realize they can actually do well in rigorous college courses. The lab has been so successful in such a short amount of time that even The New York Times wrote a feature on it.

Why is data analytics important?

During the year-long program, students will take Google’s Data Analytics Professional Certification —the most popular of any certification on Coursera and learn the essentials of data analytics, including exposure to Tableau and SQL via hands-on projects and case studies. While a classroom teacher will help students with the asynchronous certification coursework, a teaching fellow from Howard will also connect with students virtually to help with mastery of materials as well as provide mentoring and advice.

Ben Vinson, president of Howard University, says his school chose to participate in the program to not only expand their own walls to classrooms across the country—but also as part of Howard’s commitment to truth, service, and uplifting underserved communities.

“This is an increasingly technical world, and data is the new coin of the realm, if you will, in a fast-paced, technologically, AI-fueled environment,” explains Vinson. “And so, data science then becomes a key core skill for future success, and we want underserved populations, minority populations to be very successful in these highly technical fields.”

Data science and data analytics are among the fastest growing fields not only in the tech space, but across all occupations. Over the next 10 years, CompTIA predicts that demand for data scientists and data analysts will grow by 304%.

Lisa Gevelber, founder and leader of Grow with Google, the company’s tech training arm, says Google believes data analytics is critical for individuals to learn due to its rapid growth—that pays well, too.

“It’s really good to have durable skills, and also to be able to prove to people that you have those skills. And the best way to demonstrate that you have these skills are through real experience or through a credential,” she tells Fortune . 

Building college readiness—and worthiness

As part of Grow with Google, students receive access to an employer consortium, made up of more than 150 companies such as Marriott, Siemens, and Google itself, who are eager to connect with talent—and maybe one day hire them. Students are also provided access to a job board of entry-level data analytics jobs in which their certification would make them qualified for, and Grow with Google even provides tips on writing resumes and other job success help.

“It’s really designed not just to teach them about their field, but to help them get a great job that will hopefully lead to a long term career,” Gevelber says.

Students part of this new partnership also get access to a new AI essentials course from Google. All together, the program aims to make students confident to further master college-level courses and prepare for the job market.

“We want to break down barriers to success. We want to elevate the performance of students in these areas. And we want to inspire their confidence in ways that prepare them not just to, for the skills in these fields, but also to be more confident about going to college and succeeding,” Vinson adds.

Vinson says college is essential for unlocking the totality of one’s future, and thus students should “never stop dreaming.”

“Always realize that the next step to fulfilling your dreams is entering the doors of college because that allows you to gain the capacity, the confidence, and the know-how to implement those dreams in the future.” Clarification: A previous version of this article noted that this new program was completely free. The program is no cost to scholars, but districts and schools pay the enrollment fees. Fortune apologizes for this confusion.

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Study Finds Switching From Gas to Electric Stoves Cuts Indoor Air Pollution

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Switching from a gas stove to an electric induction stove can reduce indoor nitrogen dioxide air pollution, a known health hazard, by more than 50 percent according to new research led by scientists at Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health and the Columbia Climate School.

The study was carried out as part of a pilot project titled “Out of Gas, In with Justice” led by Northern Manhattan-based nonprofit WE ACT for Environmental Justice . The pilot is the first to evaluate the feasibility and benefits of transitioning from gas to induction stoves in affordable housing. It is also the first study to evaluate the effects of residential cooking electrification in a public housing setting in the U.S.

This research comes as New York City passed a law in 2023 that will ban gas-powered heaters, cooking stoves and water boilers in all new buildings to meet climate goals. Similarly, in 2022, California adopted an electric-friendly statewide building code requiring buildings to be “all-electric ready.” Gas stoves are used in about 38 percent of U.S. homes but their prevalence varies significantly by state, reaching 62 percent in New York.

Twenty low-income households in a public housing building in the Bronx were recruited and randomized to have their gas stove replaced with an induction stove or serve as a control group. Between October 2021 and July 2022, homes were monitored continuously over three seven-day periods to assess indoor air quality (NO 2 , CO, PM 2.5 ) and stove use before and after the intervention. The impact of cooking on indoor air quality was also evaluated during controlled cooking tests. Participants were invited to take part in a focus group.

Researchers found a 56 percent reduction in average daily NO 2  concentrations in the induction stove group compared with the control group using gas stoves.

“We have seen these high pollution numbers in most apartments with [gas stoves and] inadequate ventilation. Unless a vent moves air outside an apartment, then it is just mixing the pollution around your apartment,” said study co-author Roisin Commane , an atmospheric chemist at Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory , which is part of the Columbia Climate School. In many New York City kitchens that use gas stoves, she added, it’s important to open the window when cooking or you may see similar levels of pollution in your apartment. 

During focus group discussions, participants using the new stoves unanimously reported being pleased with the transition. None of the participants opted to switch back to gas cooking despite having the option to do so at zero cost.

While the study did not measure the climate benefits of the intervention, there is ample research on the negative effects of gas stoves . Residential gas use accounts for 15 percent of the country’s gas consumption. Gas is composed primarily of methane, a greenhouse gas with more than 80 times the global warming potential of CO2 over a 20-year timeframe.

“A green energy transition should prioritize electric stoves, which both reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve the health of vulnerable populations,” said senior author Darby Jack , professor of environmental health sciences at Columbia’s Mailman School of Public Health.

“People of color and low-income individuals are more likely to live in smaller, older apartments that have poor ventilation, ineffective or broken range hoods and dated appliances that leak more gas. It is crucial for environmental justice that they are not left behind in this transition,” said study co-author Annie Carforo, climate justice campaigns manager at WE ACT .

This story was adapted from a post originally published by Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health.

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40 Facts About Elektrostal

Written by Lanette Mayes

Modified & Updated: 01 Jun 2024

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Elektrostal is a vibrant city located in the Moscow Oblast region of Russia. With a rich history, stunning architecture, and a thriving community, Elektrostal is a city that has much to offer. Whether you are a history buff, nature enthusiast, or simply curious about different cultures, Elektrostal is sure to captivate you.

This article will provide you with 40 fascinating facts about Elektrostal, giving you a better understanding of why this city is worth exploring. From its origins as an industrial hub to its modern-day charm, we will delve into the various aspects that make Elektrostal a unique and must-visit destination.

So, join us as we uncover the hidden treasures of Elektrostal and discover what makes this city a true gem in the heart of Russia.

Key Takeaways:

• Elektrostal, known as the “Motor City of Russia,” is a vibrant and growing city with a rich industrial history, offering diverse cultural experiences and a strong commitment to environmental sustainability.
• With its convenient location near Moscow, Elektrostal provides a picturesque landscape, vibrant nightlife, and a range of recreational activities, making it an ideal destination for residents and visitors alike.

Known as the “Motor City of Russia.”

Elektrostal, a city located in the Moscow Oblast region of Russia, earned the nickname “Motor City” due to its significant involvement in the automotive industry.

Home to the Elektrostal Metallurgical Plant.

Elektrostal is renowned for its metallurgical plant, which has been producing high-quality steel and alloys since its establishment in 1916.

Boasts a rich industrial heritage.

Elektrostal has a long history of industrial development, contributing to the growth and progress of the region.

Founded in 1916.

The city of Elektrostal was founded in 1916 as a result of the construction of the Elektrostal Metallurgical Plant.

Located approximately 50 kilometers east of Moscow.

Elektrostal is situated in close proximity to the Russian capital, making it easily accessible for both residents and visitors.

Known for its vibrant cultural scene.

Elektrostal is home to several cultural institutions, including museums, theaters, and art galleries that showcase the city’s rich artistic heritage.

A popular destination for nature lovers.

Surrounded by picturesque landscapes and forests, Elektrostal offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, and birdwatching.

Hosts the annual Elektrostal City Day celebrations.

Every year, Elektrostal organizes festive events and activities to celebrate its founding, bringing together residents and visitors in a spirit of unity and joy.

Has a population of approximately 160,000 people.

Elektrostal is home to a diverse and vibrant community of around 160,000 residents, contributing to its dynamic atmosphere.

Boasts excellent education facilities.

The city is known for its well-established educational institutions, providing quality education to students of all ages.

A center for scientific research and innovation.

Elektrostal serves as an important hub for scientific research, particularly in the fields of metallurgy , materials science, and engineering.

Surrounded by picturesque lakes.

The city is blessed with numerous beautiful lakes , offering scenic views and recreational opportunities for locals and visitors alike.

Well-connected transportation system.

Elektrostal benefits from an efficient transportation network, including highways, railways, and public transportation options, ensuring convenient travel within and beyond the city.

Famous for its traditional Russian cuisine.

Food enthusiasts can indulge in authentic Russian dishes at numerous restaurants and cafes scattered throughout Elektrostal.

Home to notable architectural landmarks.

Elektrostal boasts impressive architecture, including the Church of the Transfiguration of the Lord and the Elektrostal Palace of Culture.

Offers a wide range of recreational facilities.

Residents and visitors can enjoy various recreational activities, such as sports complexes, swimming pools, and fitness centers, enhancing the overall quality of life.

Provides a high standard of healthcare.

Elektrostal is equipped with modern medical facilities, ensuring residents have access to quality healthcare services.

Home to the Elektrostal History Museum.

The Elektrostal History Museum showcases the city’s fascinating past through exhibitions and displays.

A hub for sports enthusiasts.

Elektrostal is passionate about sports, with numerous stadiums, arenas, and sports clubs offering opportunities for athletes and spectators.

Celebrates diverse cultural festivals.

Throughout the year, Elektrostal hosts a variety of cultural festivals, celebrating different ethnicities, traditions, and art forms.

Electric power played a significant role in its early development.

Elektrostal owes its name and initial growth to the establishment of electric power stations and the utilization of electricity in the industrial sector.

Boasts a thriving economy.

The city’s strong industrial base, coupled with its strategic location near Moscow, has contributed to Elektrostal’s prosperous economic status.

Houses the Elektrostal Drama Theater.

The Elektrostal Drama Theater is a cultural centerpiece, attracting theater enthusiasts from far and wide.

Popular destination for winter sports.

Elektrostal’s proximity to ski resorts and winter sport facilities makes it a favorite destination for skiing, snowboarding, and other winter activities.

Promotes environmental sustainability.

Elektrostal prioritizes environmental protection and sustainability, implementing initiatives to reduce pollution and preserve natural resources.

Home to renowned educational institutions.

Elektrostal is known for its prestigious schools and universities, offering a wide range of academic programs to students.

Committed to cultural preservation.

The city values its cultural heritage and takes active steps to preserve and promote traditional customs, crafts, and arts.

Hosts an annual International Film Festival.

The Elektrostal International Film Festival attracts filmmakers and cinema enthusiasts from around the world, showcasing a diverse range of films.

Encourages entrepreneurship and innovation.

Elektrostal supports aspiring entrepreneurs and fosters a culture of innovation, providing opportunities for startups and business development .

Offers a range of housing options.

Elektrostal provides diverse housing options, including apartments, houses, and residential complexes, catering to different lifestyles and budgets.

Home to notable sports teams.

Elektrostal is proud of its sports legacy , with several successful sports teams competing at regional and national levels.

Boasts a vibrant nightlife scene.

Residents and visitors can enjoy a lively nightlife in Elektrostal, with numerous bars, clubs, and entertainment venues.

Promotes cultural exchange and international relations.

Elektrostal actively engages in international partnerships, cultural exchanges, and diplomatic collaborations to foster global connections.

Surrounded by beautiful nature reserves.

Nearby nature reserves, such as the Barybino Forest and Luchinskoye Lake, offer opportunities for nature enthusiasts to explore and appreciate the region’s biodiversity.

Commemorates historical events.

The city pays tribute to significant historical events through memorials, monuments, and exhibitions, ensuring the preservation of collective memory.

Promotes sports and youth development.

Elektrostal invests in sports infrastructure and programs to encourage youth participation, health, and physical fitness.

Hosts annual cultural and artistic festivals.

Throughout the year, Elektrostal celebrates its cultural diversity through festivals dedicated to music, dance, art, and theater.

Provides a picturesque landscape for photography enthusiasts.

The city’s scenic beauty, architectural landmarks, and natural surroundings make it a paradise for photographers.

Connects to Moscow via a direct train line.

The convenient train connection between Elektrostal and Moscow makes commuting between the two cities effortless.

A city with a bright future.

Elektrostal continues to grow and develop, aiming to become a model city in terms of infrastructure, sustainability, and quality of life for its residents.

In conclusion, Elektrostal is a fascinating city with a rich history and a vibrant present. From its origins as a center of steel production to its modern-day status as a hub for education and industry, Elektrostal has plenty to offer both residents and visitors. With its beautiful parks, cultural attractions, and proximity to Moscow, there is no shortage of things to see and do in this dynamic city. Whether you’re interested in exploring its historical landmarks, enjoying outdoor activities, or immersing yourself in the local culture, Elektrostal has something for everyone. So, next time you find yourself in the Moscow region, don’t miss the opportunity to discover the hidden gems of Elektrostal.

Q: What is the population of Elektrostal?

A: As of the latest data, the population of Elektrostal is approximately XXXX.

Q: How far is Elektrostal from Moscow?

A: Elektrostal is located approximately XX kilometers away from Moscow.

Q: Are there any famous landmarks in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal is home to several notable landmarks, including XXXX and XXXX.

Q: What industries are prominent in Elektrostal?

A: Elektrostal is known for its steel production industry and is also a center for engineering and manufacturing.

Q: Are there any universities or educational institutions in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal is home to XXXX University and several other educational institutions.

Q: What are some popular outdoor activities in Elektrostal?

A: Elektrostal offers several outdoor activities, such as hiking, cycling, and picnicking in its beautiful parks.

Q: Is Elektrostal well-connected in terms of transportation?

A: Yes, Elektrostal has good transportation links, including trains and buses, making it easily accessible from nearby cities.

Q: Are there any annual events or festivals in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal hosts various events and festivals throughout the year, including XXXX and XXXX.

Elektrostal's fascinating history, vibrant culture, and promising future make it a city worth exploring. For more captivating facts about cities around the world, discover the unique characteristics that define each city . Uncover the hidden gems of Moscow Oblast through our in-depth look at Kolomna. Lastly, dive into the rich industrial heritage of Teesside, a thriving industrial center with its own story to tell.

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