Headwaters Summer Research Experience
Overview
Students design and conduct original research projects with professional scientist mentors, completing a formal research paper and presentation for publication in the Headwaters Research Journal. The hybrid program combines weekly online group meetings and one-on-one mentoring with independent field research conducted at the student's location.
At a glance
Sessions
Jun8 wk sessions
Formats
Online / Commuter
Location
United States
Cost
$1,500–$2,999from $2,000
Entering grades
9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Application requirements
Reliable Internet Connection
Required for online meetings and program participation
Weekly Participation
Must attend weekly group meetings (Tuesdays/Thursdays at 5pm or 7pm PT) and one-on-one mentoring sessions
Independent Work
5–8 hours per week of independent research, data collection, and analysis
Cost & sessions
Base tuition $2,000 with payment plans available. Optional $300 add-on for mentoring to support Junior Engineering International (JEI) submission. Financial assistance available with scholarship deadline of May 15th; requires financial disclosure, transcripts, and demonstration of financial need.
Financial aid
Financial assistance available through scholarship application; requires financial disclosure, transcripts, and answers to background questions; financial need must be demonstrated.
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