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Gold SignalTexas Tech UniversitySelective

Texas Tech University: Clark Scholars Program

An intensive seven-week summer research program for high school juniors and seniors offering hands-on research experience across multiple disciplines, with all room, board, and meals provided plus a research stipend.

Jun · 6 wk sessionsResidentialLubbock, TXFree106 days
Entering grades11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration
SubjectsResearch
CostFree · $0
Websitehttps://www.depts.ttu.edu/honors/academicsandenrichment/affiliatedandhighschool/clarks/index.php
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Silver SignalMass General BrighamSelective

Mass General Brigham: Youth Programs

A multi-year healthcare career exploration program for 10th–12th graders and college students, offering paid summer jobs, academic year internships, mentorship from healthcare professionals, and job shadowing across multiple hospital sites in the Boston area.

CommuterMultiple locationsFreeSpring 2026 application opening; selections finalized in summer
Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th, College
CategoriesHealthcare, Career Exploration, Leadership
SubjectsHealthcare Careers, Emergency Medicine, Nursing, Neurology and Neurosurgery, Radiology and Imaging, Psychiatry and Behavioral Health, Anesthesia and Sleep Medicine, Pulmonary and Respiratory Services, Pathology and Clinical Laboratories, Research, Global Health
CostFree
Websitehttps://www.massgeneralbrigham.org/en/about/advancing-care/health-equity-community-health/youth-program
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Silver SignalBelin-Blank Center, University of IowaSelectiveCredit

University of Iowa: Secondary Student Training Program (SSTP)

A highly selective 5.5-week residential research program for advanced high school students in grades 10–11. Participants conduct original research under faculty mentorship in university labs, earn 3 semester hours of undergraduate credit, and present their findings at program conclusion.

Jun · 6 wk sessionsResidentialIowa City, IA$7,000+98 days
Entering grades10th, 11th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration
SubjectsResearch, STEM
Cost$7,000+ · $7,500
Websitehttps://belinblank.education.uiowa.edu/students/sstp/
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Washington University in St. LouisSelectiveCredit

WashU Arts & Sciences Pre-College Programs

Summer pre-college programs offered by Washington University's College of Arts & Sciences for high school students interested in exploring academic subjects and college-level coursework.

Jun–Jul · 1–2 wk sessionsResidential / CommuterSaint Louis, MO$500–$1,499142 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic
SubjectsCollege Experience, STEM, Writing, Classics, Humanities, Research
Cost$500–$1,499 · $785
Websitehttps://precollege.wustl.edu
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UC Santa Barbara Summer SessionsSelectiveCredit

UC Santa Barbara Summer Sessions: Summer Research Academies

A 4-week residential summer program for qualified high school students combining project-based directed research with university coursework (4 units). Students develop research topics in STEM, Humanities, or Social Sciences tracks under faculty mentorship, participate in GRIT talks connecting them to active researchers, and present findings in a capstone seminar.

Jun · 4 wk sessionsResidentialSanta Barbara, CA$1,500–$2,999133 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration
SubjectsResearch, STEM, Humanities, Social Sciences
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,689
Websitehttps://www.summer.ucsb.edu/programs/summer-research-academies/overview
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University of ChicagoSelectiveCredit

University of Chicago: Pre-College Programs

A suite of residential, commuter, and online summer programs for high school students (grades 9–11) offering 1- to 8-week experiences in STEM, humanities, languages, leadership, and research. Programs include 1-week Enrichment tracks, 2-week Career Insight, 3-week Immersion, 4-week Practicum, and remote options.

Jun–Jul · 1–4 wk sessionsCommuter / Residential / OnlineChicago, IL$3,000–$6,99993 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration, Leadership
SubjectsQuantum Science, Artificial Intelligence, Future Intelligence, STEM, Creative Writing, Computer Science, Data Science, Economics, Mathematics, Physics, Languages, Climate & Energy, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Paleontology, Biology, Research
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $3,000
Websitehttps://summer.uchicago.edu/pre-college-students
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University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC)Selective

University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) Science Internship Program (SIP)

High school students ages 14–17 work on authentic, open-ended research projects in science, engineering, social sciences, humanities, and art under mentorship of UCSC researchers for 8 weeks during summer.

Jun · 6–8 wk sessionsResidentialSanta Cruz, CA$3,000–$6,999109 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration, Performing & Visual Arts
SubjectsScience, Engineering, Social Sciences, Humanities, Art, Research
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,318
Websitehttps://sip.ucsc.edu
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Harvey Mudd CollegeSelective

ASPIRE

A two-week residential STEAM program at Harvey Mudd College featuring hands-on labs, design challenges, and college-style learning taught by faculty and alumni. Students participate in field trips, career treks, and present final projects while receiving mentorship from undergraduate students.

Jul · 2 wk sessionsResidentialClaremont, CA$3,000–$6,999141 days
Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration
SubjectsSTEAM, Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, Design, Research
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $5,500
Websitehttps://www.hmc.edu/aspire/
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DataEthics4All FoundationSelective

STEAM in AI: Mentor-led Project-based Intensive

A 1:1 personalized mentorship program where middle and high school students work with industry mentors from companies like Google, NVIDIA, OpenAI, and Microsoft to design and build AI products or conduct research projects focused on ethical design and real-world problem-solving.

Jan, Apr, Jun, SepOnline$3,000–$6,999278 days
Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration
SubjectsArtificial Intelligence, Ethics, Product Design, Research, Entrepreneurship, Engineering, Business
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $3,500
Websitehttps://steaminai.org/
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Barnard CollegeSelective

MasterScholar Barnard Summer Research Program

The MasterScholar Barnard Summer Research Program is a highly selective interdisciplinary summer research program, built for high school students who seek a meaningful, engaging, and rigorous pre-college academic experience. The longstanding relationship between Barnard College and Columbia University offers students a unique learning environment, with the chance to enjoy campus life and academics at both a renowned women's liberal arts college and an Ivy League university.

Jul · 3 wk sessionsResidentialNew York, NY$7,000+140 days
Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th, PG
CategoriesAcademic
SubjectsCollege Application, College Experience, STEM, Arts, Humanities, Research
Cost$7,000+ · $12,500
Websitehttps://barnard.master-scholar.com/
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MasterScholar by KSE GlobalSelective

MasterScholar UCSB Summer Research Program

The MasterScholar UCSB Summer Research Program, hosted on the beautiful seaside campus of the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB), provides an engaging and immersive pre-college academic experience for high school students interested in sustainability, engineering, and environmental science.

Jul · 3 wk sessionsResidentialSanta Barbara, CA$7,000+140 days
Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th, PG
CategoriesAcademic
SubjectsCollege Application, College Experience, Engineering, Preserving the Environment, Environmental Science, Research
Cost$7,000+ · $11,250
Websitehttps://ucsb.master-scholar.com/
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Ivy InsightSelective

Ivy Insight: Emerging Leader Program for Intellectual Vitality and College Success

A one-on-one mentorship program pairing high school students with university professors from Ivy League and top institutions to develop an independent research or leadership project for college applications.

Jan–DecOnline$7,000+Rolling
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesLeadership, Academic
SubjectsResearch, Leadership Development
Cost$7,000+ · $7,500
Websitehttps://ivyinsight.com/emerging-leader-program/
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Massachusetts General Hospital

Massachusetts General Hospital: Youth Scholars Program

A four-year STEM program for high school students (grades 9–12) combining career exploration, hands-on research modules, professional development, and college readiness through weekly classes and internship opportunities at Mass General's Boston campus.

Academic YearCommuterBoston, MAFree
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration, Healthcare
SubjectsSTEM, Science, Pre-Med, Healthcare, Research
CostFree
Websitehttps://www.massgeneral.org/research/education/community-outreach/high-school-and-undergraduate-programs
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sci-MI

sci-MI: Neuroscience Mentorship Program

A hybrid neuroscience research program where high school students conduct independent research projects under mentor guidance, culminating in a presentation and paper. The program emphasizes open-source tools and open-access resources with flexible time commitment of 10–20 hours per week.

Jun · 5 wk sessionsOnlineFreeRolling
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration
SubjectsNeuroscience, Research
CostFree · $0
Websitehttps://www.sci-mi.org/nmp.html
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The Coding School / Qubit by Qubit

The Coding School: National High School Research Program in Quantum Computing

A 5-week summer research program where incoming 10th–12th graders and rising college freshmen conduct guided research in quantum computing under academic faculty, industry professionals, and governmental leaders. Students develop a research project for college applications and present at the Summer Research Symposium.

Jun–Aug · 5–6 wk sessionsOnlineFreeRolling
Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th, College
CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration, Academic
SubjectsQuantum Computing, Physics, Research
CostFree
Websitehttps://www.qubitbyqubit.org/programs
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Gettysburg College

Gettysburg College: Summer Camps

Week-long residential summer camps led by Gettysburg College faculty, staff, and students. Programs include the Young Civil War Historians Conference, Camp Psych, and the College Experience Camp, offering hands-on learning experiences for high school students.

Jun–Jul · 1 wk sessionsResidentialGettysburg, PA$500–$1,499
Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration
SubjectsAmerican Civil War, History, Psychology, Psychological Science, Research
Cost$500–$1,499 · $1,395
Websitehttps://www.gettysburg.edu/offices/conference-event-services/summer-programs
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Tel Aviv UniversityCredit

Tel Aviv University International: Lowy Summer Programs

If you are ready to spend time this summer in Israel and are looking for a fantastic program or course to join, then TAUI’s Summer programs are the perfect fit for you! Our students and professionals come from a wide range of backgrounds and cultures and you will build lifelong connections while enjoying your time in the heart of Tel Aviv. Options include language courses, internship tracks, and research experiences that blend classroom learning with real-world context.

Jul–Aug · 2–8 wk sessionsCommuter / Residential / OnlineTel Aviv, Israel$500–$1,499
Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th, PG, College
CategoriesAcademic
SubjectsSTEM, Humanities, Research
Cost$500–$1,499 · $860
Websitehttps://international.tau.ac.il/summer_institute
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Gifted Gabber

Gifted Gabber: Neuroscience Research Program

A summer research program for grades 8–12 where students conduct original neuroscience research, write research papers, and receive faculty mentorship with guidance on critical thinking, research methodology, and time management.

Jun–Sep · 8 wk sessionsOnline$1,500–$2,999Rolling
Entering grades8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM
SubjectsNeuroscience, Research
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,000
Websitehttps://giftedgabber.com/
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UMass-Amherst: Summer ProgramsCredit

UMass Amherst Summer Pre-College: Social Media and Society

Explore how society shapes your world through the lens of social media in this engaging introductory Sociology course. Examine race, gender, class, and identity; discuss classical and contemporary theories; and develop your “sociological imagination.” Through interactive lectures, discussions, and a final reflection project, you’ll gain new tools to critically understand digital spaces and everyday life.

Jun · 2 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialAmherst, MA$1,500–$2,999
Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic
SubjectsCollege Experience, Communications, Psychology, Health & Well Being, Study Skills, Research
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,262
Websitehttps://www.umass.edu/uww/pre-college/residential/social-media-society
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Projects AbroadCredit

Projects Abroad: Volunteering for Teens

Supervised international volunteer trips for high school students aged 15–18, offering medical internships, conservation work, and community service projects across multiple destinations including Peru, Tanzania, Ecuador, and Kenya. Programs run 2–4 weeks during summer and winter school holidays with chaperoned flight options available.

Jan, Jun, Jul, Aug, Dec · 2–4 wk sessionsResidentialMultiple locations$3,000–$6,999Rolling
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesCommunity Service, Travel/Cultural Immersion, Career Exploration, Healthcare
SubjectsMedical Internships, Conservation, Childcare, Community Work, Research
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $3,235
Websitehttps://www.projects-abroad.org/trip-format/high-school-specials/
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University of Pennsylvania

Penn Arts & Sciences: Neuroscience Research Academy

A 3-week residential program for high school students combining neuroscience lectures, hands-on laboratory work, and discussions of neuroethics with Penn faculty. Students engage in peer-reviewed journal clubs and experimental techniques while exploring cutting-edge neuroscience research.

Jul · 3 wk sessionsResidentialPhiladelphia, PA$7,000+21 days left
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th
CategoriesSTEM, Academic, Career Exploration, Healthcare
SubjectsNeuroscience, Biology, Research
Cost$7,000+ · $9,949
Websitehttps://hs.sas.upenn.edu/summer-programs/academies/neuroscience
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Bradley University

Bradley University: Building Excellent Scientists for Tomorrow (BEST)

A summer internship program for high school and undergraduate students interested in careers in science and technology. Interns conduct research in labs throughout the Peoria area, participate in a 3-day orientation at Bradley University, and present findings at a summer research symposium.

Jun–Jul · 8 wk sessionsCommuterPeoria, IL
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration, Academic
SubjectsScience, Research, Technology
Websitehttps://www.bradley.edu/academics/academic-centers/center-for-stem-education/
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University of Toronto Engineering Outreach

University of Toronto Engineering Outreach Pre-College Summer Programs

University of Toronto Engineering Outreach offers three high school summer programs: CREATE (Engineering Design Challenges), DEEP Summer Academy (graduate-level research), and Blueprint (for Black students in grades 10–11). All programs are in-person, on-campus experiences at the Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering.

JulCommuterToronto, Canada
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Academic
SubjectsEngineering, Engineering Design, Research
Websitehttps://outreach.engineering.utoronto.ca/pre-university-programs/high-school-program/
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