The benefits of mentoring can be plentiful for young people particularly high school and middle students. A big component of summer programs is the mentoring aspect and since not every student has access to information about summer programs REU Finder has compiled a list of summer experiences that are either free or have scholarships available.
Just as REU Programs provide undergraduates with valuable experiences participating in summer programs can provide middle and high school students with valuable experiences, including skill development, exposure to new subjects, and opportunities to meet diverse people. It can enhance academic and personal growth, making it a worthwhile investment in their education and future.
This list will be updated regularly.

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Free Summer Program in Physics for High-school Girls
Are you a female high-school student interested in exploring different topics in Physics? If so, this program is for you! The Stanford Program for Inspiring the Next Generation of Women in Physics (SPINWIP) is a summer learning program designed to get high-school girls excited about physics. This 3-week program is completely free to participants and will be held through video chat.
Participants will learn about cutting-edge research in physics in fields such as quantum physics, optics and lasers, and astrophysics. They will also learn how to code in Python, and then apply their coding skills to physics-based projects. Participants 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. First-generation students and students from underrepresented backgrounds in physics are particularly encouraged to apply. No prior knowledge of physics or coding is needed.
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Dates: July 8 – 26, Monday through Friday
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Time: 9am – 1pm PDT. Exact schedule will vary day-to-day
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Eligibility: Female and gender minority students in high school
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Preference will be given to first-generation students, students from underrepresented backgrounds in physics, and rising seniors
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Students from countries outside the US are welcome to apply
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Application: goto.stanford.edu/spinwip-2024
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Deadline: May 1, 11:59pm PDT
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Program Information: https://physics.stanford.edu/about/equity-and-inclusion/spinwip
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Contact: spinwip_info@stanford.edu
Portland State
Virtual NSF REU Computational Modeling Serving Portland!
The intellectual focus of this virtual REU site is computational modeling to serve and enhance Portland (OR) and its greater region. Students will be involved in multi-disciplinary, community-based research projects and trained in computational thinking across different disciplines. In doing so, they will gain an understanding of the potential and limits of these tools and how they can serve diverse communities.
Portland State University (PSU), with its NSF-funded Portland Institute for Computational Science (PICS), is ideally suited for this REU site as it has developed a reputation as a national model for urban universities that enhance their region by working with partners to solve problems. The activities of this REU Site will involve a 2-week training followed by an 8-week research project completed under a faculty mentor’s guidance and with the involvement of a community partner.
High school graduates who have been accepted at an undergraduate institution but who have not yet started their undergraduate study are also eligible to participate.
Citizenship Requirements: US Citizens & Permanent Residents
Deadline to Apply: March 31, 2024
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UC San Diego Scripps Institution of Oceanography
Researchers at UC San Diego are combining biological control with 3D printing to engineer living surfaces, while examining the ethical, legal, and social implications. 4-6 students will be selected for a paid 6-10 week summer research experience followed by continued engagement through the school year. Students will receive hands-on experience with research and scientific communication and will gain exposure to scientific careers in academia and industry. Interns will be paired with graduate students, meet regularly with faculty advisors, join weekly lab meetings, and present their work as a poster at a national conference.
High school students that are 17+ are also eligible to apply
Citizenship Requirements: US Citizens & Permanent Residents
Deadline to Apply: March 24, 2024
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Native American students from Southern California and students attending California State University San Marcos or other primarily undergraduate institutions are encouraged to apply.
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Summer research experience for undergraduate and high school students
This REU program is looking for passionate undergraduate and high school students to participate in the NSF project this summer. The students can choose one of the following tasks: 1) numerical simulation, particularly the SPICE modeling of the circuits. 2) electrical testing of systems built on printed circuit boards (PCBs). 3) software implementation of neural networks to process sensor signals. The research will enrich each student’s summer experience and deepen their understanding of electrical and computer engineering
Ideal candidate have:
programming skills (Python, Java, or C++)
Hands-on experience in engineering (e.g., breadboard, PCB construction and testing)
Passion for electrical and computer engineering
Citizenship Requirements: US Citizens & Permanent Residents
Deadline to Apply: March 27, 2024
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Envision Career & Leadership
Since 1985, Envision’s immersive career exploration and leadership development programs have inspired more than 800,000 students. Located at top college campuses across the country, Envision programs are taught by subject matter experts and built on modern, 21st-century learning principles. From performing a surgery using virtual reality, to conducting a mock trial in an actual courtroom, to learning how to create a grassroots organization to affect positive change, Envision programs provide practical, hands-on learning experiences that students call “amazing” and parents call “transformational.”
Programs are available for middle schoolers and high schoolers and range from Medicine, Engineering, STEM, and Mock Trial. Programs are offered nationally at top-tier universities such as UCLA, Tufts University, UC Berkeley, and St. John’s University just to name a few.. Elementary Middle School and College.
The program offers scholarships please check the website for waivers/scholarships
https://www.envisionexperience.com/scholarships
For those not applying for scholarships deadlines vary. Deadline for Scholarships is January 31, 2024
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Science Accelerating Girls’ Engagement (SAGE)
Hosted by professional leaders who share their passion for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM), SAGE builds community, fosters innovation, and sets students on a path to exciting careers, like those they’ll learn about at the Department of Energy’s National Laboratories.
SAGE Offers a number of free campus for high school students including
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California Lawrence Livermore National Lab: July 7-14
Deadline to Apply” March 15, 2024
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Tennessee Oak Ridge National Laboratory July 10-19
Deadline to Apply: March 16th, 2024
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Illinois Fermilab July 8 – 12
New Mexico Los Alamos National Laboratory: June 10-21
Deadline to Apply April 1, 2024
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AI For All at Princeton
Levels: 10th grade at the time of application and going into 11th grade in Fall 2024
- Live in the United States. Students who are US citizens but live and attend school abroad will not be considered.
- Meet at least one of the socioeconomic conditions below:
- Combined household income does not exceed $60,000.
- Your family income or circumstances qualify you to receive free or reduced-price lunch in your high school.
- Your family income or circumstances qualify you to receive an SAT or ACT fee waiver.
Deadline to Apply: AI4ALL application will open in February. Application deadline TBA.
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Carnegie Mellon Summer Academy for Math and Science
“Students in this program engage in a rigorous curriculum taught by CMU faculty and staff who are deeply committed to student success. The program allows students to develop a deeper understanding of STEM via traditional classroom instruction, through hands-on projects, and sustained engagement with world-renowned faculty and skilled staff mentors. In addition to their academic experiences, students also have the opportunity to collaborate and develop meaningful relationships with peers from across the country.”
Applicants must be at least 16 years of age.
U.S. citizen or permanent resident
Juniors in high school
Financial Aid
Summer Academy for Math & Science (SAMS) utilizes a holistic application review and admissions process, looking at the full application and selecting program participants based on a combination of factors. Because we are a fully funded, merit-based program for participants, demonstration of financial need is one of these factors. There is no option for participants to pay out of pocket tuition fees for this program, and financial documentation is required for application submission.
Deadline to Apply: March 1, 2024
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National Institute of Health
Full time summer full-time research positions, Research groups are located on several different NIH campuses, including the main campus in Bethesda,
HS-SIP cohort programs
NIH’s goal is to support diverse students to enter careers in research and healthcare. To achieve this, they 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
- the NIH IRP and the mission of each Institute and Centers
- the various NIH campuses and the specific focus of the work performed there
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.
Deadline to Apply: February 16, 2024 at noon ET.
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The California State Summer School for the Arts is a rigorous, preprofessional, month-long training program in the visual and performing arts, creative writing, animation, and film for talented artists of high school age. CSSSA provides a supportive environment in which students hone acquired skills and explore new techniques and ideas for an intense and exciting learning experience.
The school was created by the California Legislature and held its first session in 1987. Its purpose is to provide a training ground for future artists who wish to pursue careers in the arts and entertainment industries in California. California residents enrolled in grades nine through twelve may apply to attend CSSSA.
FINANCIAL AID
California State Summer School for the Arts provides financial aid to students based on demonstrated financial need. All CA State residents with financial need are highly encouraged to apply. CSSSA is expecting that 50% percent of students enrolled in the 2024 summer session will receive financial aid. Full and partial tuition scholarships are available.
CSSSA’s policy is that no student from California is denied entry to the program due to their inability to cover the tuition costs. To qualify for financial aid, CA applicants must complete the online financial aid form, which is included in the online application for the upcoming summer session. This form is completed by a parent or guardian. A request for financial aid does not affect a student’s chances of being invited to the program. All CA residents are encouraged to apply if the tuition cost is prohibitive to attend.
Because CSSSA is funded by CA taxpayers, only CA residents and first-time California attendees are eligible to receive financial aid. A parent or guardian must include copies of their most recent, or prior year tax documents. Undocumented applicants may email CSSSA for further instruction
The Pomona College Academy for Youth Success (PAYS) enrolls over 90 local high school students and seeks to support them in preparing for admission to selective and highly selective colleges and universities. PAYS scholars engage in a thought-provoking combination of courses, cultural events, workshops, projects and field trips during the intensive 4-week, residential program as well as throughout the academic year. PAYS serves rising sophomores through rising seniors from groups traditionally underrepresented in higher education—students who are first in their family to attend college and/or from low income families.
Stanford University AI 4All
“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.”
Levels: 9th grade
Citizenship Requirements: U.S. Residents & International Residents
Applications will OPEN January 16, 2024
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University of Maryland AI Summer Program
The AI Summer Program is a two-week long, nonresidential computer programming and artificial intelligence (AI) summer camp at the University of Maryland.
Levels: Rising 10th, 11th and 12th graders
Citizenship Requirements: DMV (D.C., Maryland, Virginia) Area Residents
Deadline to Apply: Check Website
Need-based scholarships are available for eligible students living in D.C., Virginia, and Maryland: https://go.umd.edu/need24
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MIT MOSTEC Program
“The six-month MIT Online Science, Technology, and Engineering Community (MOSTEC) program serves rising high school seniors from across the country – many of whom come from underrepresented or underserved communities. Students selected to participate in MOSTEC demonstrate in their applications a strong academic record and interest in science and engineering.
The MOSTEC program begins the summer before students’ senior year in high school and extends through students’ first semester in 12th grade.”
Levels: High School Juniors
Citizenship Requirements: US Citizens & Permanent Residents
Cost: Free
Deadline to Apply: Check Website
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Minority Introduction to Engineering and Science (MITES)Program at MIT SUMMER PROGRAM
“Minority Introduction to Engineering and Science (MITES) is a rigorous six-week residential academic enrichment program for rising high school seniors – many of whom come from underrepresented or underserved communities – who have a strong academic record and are interested in studying and exploring careers in science and engineering. This national program stresses the value and reward of pursuing advanced technical degrees and careers while developing the skills necessary to achieve success in science and engineering. “
Levels: High School Juniors
Citizenship Requirements: US Citizens & Permanent Residents
Cost: Free
Deadline: February 1, 2024 (11:59 PST)
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MITES Semester Program
Levels: High School Juniors
Citizenship Requirements: US Citizens & Permanent Residents
Cost: Free

MIT Lincoln Lab
“The Lincoln Laboratory Radar Introduction for Student Engineers (LLRISE) program is a summer workshop teaching students how to build small radar systems. This summer STEM program is a FREE two-week project-based enrichment program for outstanding students currently in their junior year in high school.”
Levels: High School Juniors
Citizenship Requirements: US Citizens
Deadline to Apply: March 7, 2024
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“The Telluride Association Summer Seminar (TASS) is a free, six-week summer educational experience for high school sophomores and juniors. TASS prepares and inspires promising young students to lead and serve through transformative educational experiences rooted in critical thinking and democratic community. Telluride Association covers all program costs for every student, including tuition, books, room and board, field trips, and facilities fees.
2024 Program Locations: Cornell University, University of Maryland, and University of Michigan
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Kaiser Permanente Northern California Undergraduate and Graduate Medical Education is pleased to present the 2024 Black Men in White Coats Youth Summit!
An exciting day of mentorship, hands-on activities, and networking as we strengthen the future of health care. Middle school and high school students (grades 6 through 12), college students, post-baccalaureate students, parents/guardians, educators, healthcare professionals and community leaders are all welcome! Students from all cultural backgrounds and all genders are welcome to attend!
Saturday, March 9, 2024
9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Breakfast and registration will begin at 8:00am. Arrive early!
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SMASH Academy – National program
“SMASH Academy is a three-year STEM- intensive residential college prep program that empowers students to deepen their talents and pursue STEM careers. Every summer, scholars are immersed in tuition-free studies at leading universities throughout the country. During the academic year, scholars participate in monthly programming.
They are coached by instructors of color that represent the future they can have. Because of their common background, students connect more deeply with instructors and gain true mentorship from these STEM professors and industry professionals. As they go through the program, scholars not only develop their skills and network – they also find their voice and build the confidence to become who they want to be. SMASH takes place at over 8 universities throughout the United States including the University of Pennsylvania, UC Berkeley, UC Davis, UCLA, Morehouse College, Northeastern University and the university of Michigan. “
Preference will be given to those who attend a public school or attend a private school on a scholarship.
Levels: Must be in 10th or 11th grade at the time of the application.
Minimum GPA: 3.0 GPA from 8th grade
Location: Applicants must live with a 50 mile radius of the SMASH Site that they are applying to.
Cost: Free
Deadline to Apply: Mid March
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University of Arizona Summer Engineering Academy
“For more than 30 years, the Arizona Summer Engineering Academy (SEA) has offered summer outreach programs for rising 9th through 12th graders, as well as graduated seniors*, who want to learn more about engineering – and get a taste of life as a Wildcat! SEA attendees.”
Both in-person and virtual camps cost $240 for a 3-day week, Need based scholarships are available.
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UC Berkeley Girls in Engineering
Girls in Engineering is a hands-on summer camp for middle school students interested in learning more about engineering, STEM/STE(A)M, and design thinking. Taught by Cal researchers and students, campers gain exposure to engineering, design thinking, and real-world problem solving through hands-on activities and team projects.
This summer, GiE will offer their signature camp virtually. Building on the success of our virtual camp last summer, we feel confident that we can rock it again this summer. They’ve got an inspiring lineup of activities and virtual lab tours planned. Don’t miss out—apply today!
Don’t let the cost of camp prevent your child from applying. GiE awards full and partial scholarships based on financial need

Girls Who Code
sophomores, juniors, and seniors are invited to this 2-week virtual program that teaches girls—trans and cis—and non-binary students the computer science skills they need to make an impact in their community while preparing for a career in tech. Participants will get exposure to tech jobs, meet women in tech careers, and join a supportive sisterhood of girls in tech.
“All high school students who identify as girls or non-binary can apply, and no prior computer science experience is required.”
Girls Who Code offers two free program options so students can choose their adventure:
The two-week Summer Immersion Program (SIP) teaches game design using p5.js, a JavaScript library for creative coding. Participants learn with a dedicated Teaching Team and classmates in live virtual classrooms hosted by top companies like MetLife, Bank of America, Logitech, and Synchrony. SIP is open to current 9th-11th grade girls and non-binary students. Eligible students can even apply for a $300 SIP Student Grant and laptop and hot spot access!
The six-week Self-Paced Program lets young people learn to code through independent study and real-world projects. Beginners to advanced coders in 9th-12th grade can earn certificates of completion for courses in our Web Development, Cybersecurity, and – new for 2024 – Data Science + AI tracks!
For priority consideration, students should apply early by February 14th. Regular decision applications are due March 22nd.
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National Student Leadership Conference
The National Student Leadership Conference hosts 30 programs focused on areas such as Business, Government & Law, STEM, Leadership and Arts. Programs take place at over 14 top tier university campuses such as Yale, Northwestern, Georgia Tech, Northwestern University, and Rice
Program Dates: Varies by Location Site
Financial Aid and Scholarships are available for eligible students
Grades: 6th through 12th Grade
IF you are planning to apply for a scholarship online be sure to apply by the deadlines
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University of California at Santa Barbara
“The Research Mentorship Program is a competitive summer program that engages qualified, high-achieving high school students from all over the world in interdisciplinary, hands-on, university-level research. Students will be paired with a mentor (graduate student, postdoc, or faculty) and choose a research project from a long list of disciplines offered by the program each year.
Along with their mentor, students will learn about research techniques, gain insight into professional research-based opportunities, and mature their academic goals. The GRIT talks lecture series will connect students to some of the best minds within the UC Santa Barbara research community as they present their ground-breaking research and innovative technology. Along with these academic benefits, students will be immersed in university life and network with equally ambitious and curious peers.”
Scholarships: “A limited number of scholarships are available and awarded based on need, qualifications, and availability. Priority is given to California residents. If you are interested in applying for a scholarship, please indicate your interest within your program application. Your guardian will receive an email to complete the scholarship application if you are admitted into the program.”
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QUEST BRIDGE COLLEGE PREP SCHOLARS
“Being a College Prep Scholar is a notable distinction that shows our 45 college partners that you are a competitive candidate for admission. In addition, your application will automatically carry over for the National College Match when you’re a senior, giving you a head start on applying for a full four-year scholarship to our college partners. College Prep Scholars are historically five times more likely than other applicants to receive full four-year scholarships through the National College Match.“
Deadline to Apply: March
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Black Girls Code
The vision of Black Girls Code is “To increase the number of women of color in the digital space by empowering girls of color ages 7 to 17 to become innovators in STEM fields, leaders in their communities, and builders of their own futures through exposure to computer science and technology. To provide African-American youth with the skills to occupy some of the 1.4 million computing job openings expected to be available in the U.S. by 2020, and to train 1 million girls by 2040.”
Through virtual hackathons girls are encouraged to pursue STEM careers and to connect with local chapters.
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Boston university
PROMYS 2021 is a six-week online summer program hosted by Boston University designed to encourage strongly motivated high school students to explore in depth the creative world of mathematics in a supportive community of peers, counselors, research mathematicians, and visiting scientists
PROMYS is a program for pre-college students from across the United States and international students. By the first day of the program students must be 14 year old and have completed at least the 9th grade . Students can attend during the summer between high school and college. Students who are already attending a university are not eligible, although they may be eligible to apply for a counselor position.
Program Dates: Check website
Program Cost: $5,000
Financial Aid and Scholarships are available for eligible students
Grades: 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th,
Ages: 14 years and up
Deadline to Apply: Usually in March
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The program also hosts program in China and in Europe at Oxford University.
Aside from PROMYS Boston University has five other programs for high school students

Cornell University
Curie Academy is a one-week residential program for high school girls who excel in math and science. The focus is on rising juniors and seniors who may not have had prior opportunities to explore engineering, but want to learn more about it in an interactive atmosphere. This summer come to Cornell University and explore the many possibilities awaiting you in engineering.
The program seeks to engage female rising juniors and seniors with GPA’s of 3.0 and above. The cost of the program is $1450 which includes room, board, and research supplies. Scholarships are available for those with demonstrated financial need.
Scholarships and tuition assistance are available.
2022 Program Dates: July dates TBD
Deadline to Apply: February 15, 2024
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“CATALYST Academy is a one-week residential program for rising high school juniors and seniors from underrepresented backgrounds who desire to learn about engineering and careers within an interactive milieu. This summer come to Cornell University and find out for yourself at the CATALYST Academy! Find out more about the program!”
Scholarships are available for those with demonstrated financial need.
2024 Program Dates: July 14 to 20, 2024
Deadline to Apply: February 15, 2024
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California State Summer School for Mathematics & Science (COSMOS)
“COSMOS is an intensive four-week summer residential program for students who have demonstrated an aptitude for academic and professional careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) subjects. Talented and motivated students completing grades 8-12 have the opportunity to work with renowned faculty, researchers and scientists in state-of-the-art facilities, while exploring advanced STEM topics far beyond the courses usually offered in California high schools. Through challenging curricula that are both hands-on and lab intensive, COSMOS fosters its students’ interests, skills, and awareness of educational and career options in STEM fields.
Students apply to one of the four University of California’s COSMOS campuses — UC Davis, UC Irvine, UC San Diego and UC Santa Cruz. While each campus employs the best practices in STEM education, the curriculum of each program builds on the unique teaching and research expertise of its faculty and host campus. Each campus can only accommodate about 160-200 participants, so selection is competitive. A typical COSMOS student has a GPA of 3.5 or above. Students must have achieved academic excellence.”
Financial aid is available for families with demonstrated financial need
Deadline for all materials: FEBRUARY 9, 2024
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Keck Graduate Institute
KGI’s High School Summer STEM Program offers unpaid internship opportunities to students so that they can gain hands on experience. Students are also invited to attend talks and explore how to pursue STEM degrees and STEM careers.
Please note students must be 16 years of age or older to participate.
There is a $20 application fee, however, application fee waivers are available for families with demonstrated financial need.
Deadline to Apply: April 15, 2024
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Math camp
“Mathcamp is an intensive 5-week-long summer program for mathematically talented high school students. More than just a summer camp, Mathcamp is a vibrant community, made up of a wide variety of people who share a common love of learning and passion for mathematics. At Mathcamp, students can explore undergraduate and even graduate-level topics while building problem-solving skills that will help them in any field they choose to study.
Mathcamp will be FREE for all US and Canadian families with household income under $65,000 (with typical assets). We will also offer travel grants for families who cannot afford transportation to and from the program. Mathcamp invites applications from every student aged 13 through 18.”
Financial aid is available for families with demonstrated financial need.
Deadline to Apply: Check Website
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UC San Diego
“UC San Diego’s Academic Connections connects high achieving high school students with college subject matter courses and experiences. Participation in Academic Connections provides students the opportunity to experience life and learning in the lab and/or in the classroom. Instruction is provided by grad students in a wide array of academic disciplines, renown UCSD faculty researchers and scientists in the field.”
Previous students have worked with researchers in the areas of Bioengineering, Life Sciences Design Lab and the School of Medicine. This year’s program will be online. Aside from research a number of classes are available to students. The cost of the program is listed on the site. However, a number of scholarships are available.
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“The Stanford Middle School Scholars Program (SMSSP) prepares students for a rigorous high school education with a three-week online summer course, and weekly online after-school meetings during fall. The program serves low-income students in grades 6 or 7 who reside in and attend school in the United States.” TUITION FREE!
Deadline to Apply: March 29, 2024
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Medical Youth Science Program
The Stanford Medical Youth Science Program is a five-week immersive enrichment program focused on science and medicine that is open to low-income, first-generation high school juniors who live in Northern California.
Levels: Current High School Juniors
Location Requirements: Applicants must live in one of the 20 counties in Stanford’s recruiting area. Ideal applicants are first generation college students and are students from low income families.
Cost: Free
Deadline to Apply: March 15, 2024
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STEM NOLA
“STEM NOLA was founded by New Orleans native, and former tenured Tulane University Engineering professor, Dr. Calvin Mackie. Its purpose is to expose, inspire and engage members of the community in learning about opportunities in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM).
STEM NOLA designs and delivers activities, programs & events that bring inspiration, motivation and training to all STEM stakeholders, specifically focusing on under-served communities, across the city. Participants receive the opportunity to obtain 21st Century skills of Communication, Collaboration and Critical Thinking.”
STEM NOLA offers a number of programs for K-12 students throughout the summer and the academic year.
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Stony Brook University
” The goal of the Garcia pre-college programs has been to convey to young students and their teachers the excitement of polymer materials research, to suggest possible career options, and to provide the opportunity to use polymer science to enhance the regular science teaching curriculum.”
“The Research Scholar Program for High School Students offers the opportunity for high school teachers and students to perform research on the forefronts of polymer science and technology together with Garcia faculty and staff. Students work as part of focused research teams and are taught to make original contributions of interest to the scientific community. In addition to entering national competitions, the students are encouraged to publish in refereed scientific journals and to present their results at national conferences. Our goal is to convey to the students the excitement we enjoy daily in research. The program has no set time limits. Research is a lifetime learning experience, and we hope to remain a resource to our students long after “graduation.”
Deadline to Apply: March 1, 2024
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Texas Tech
The Anson L. Clark Scholar Program is an intensive seven week summer research program for twelve highly qualified high school juniors and seniors. This Program provides opportunities for research in all academic areas in the university. Students will receive a stipend for participating in the program.
Deadline to Apply: February 15, 2024
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NASA has a number of programs for K-12 students that are virtual and in-person.
Nearly 18,000 of the nation’s top scientists, engineers and business professionals work across the United States with NASA. NASA has programs year round for students that are free!!
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STEM Enhancement in Earth Science (SEES) Summer High School Intern Program
“NASA and The University of Texas at Austin Center for Space Research Summer Intern Program is a nationally competitive STEM program for high school students. The program provides selected students with exposure to Earth and space research. Interns will learn how to interpret NASA satellite data while working with scientists and engineers in their chosen area of work.”
Deadline to Apply: February 24, 2024
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GeneLab for High Schools (GL4HS) is a four-week intensive training program for rising high school juniors and seniors sponsored by NASA’s Ames Research Center (near Mountain View, California). GL4HS provides students an opportunity to immerse themselves in space life sciences with a specific focus on omics-based bioinformatics research, the science of collecting and analyzing complex biological data such as genetic codes, and computational biology.
Eligibility: students must be at least 16 years of age and entering their junior or senior year of high school in 2024
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Cyber Patriot

“CyberPatriot is the Air Force Association’s National Youth Cyber Education Program, created to inspire K-12 students toward careers in cybersecurity or other science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) disciplines.”
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