yale research programs for high school students

Center for Research on Interface Structures and Phenomena (CRISP)

Research experience for high school students (rehs), program dates: july 2 - july 27, 2018.

The CRISP High School (HS) Research Fellowship provides participants with the opportunity to conduct team-based interdisciplinary materials research. Participating students conduct a four-week research project as members of a research team including university faculty, undergraduate and graduate students. Students will be exposed to professional development opportunities through weekly meetings and faculty seminars. The program begins in late June/early July just after the school year ends.

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The selection of HS participants is based on a personal statement, academic transcript, resume and one letter of recommendation . Selection is based on the candidate’s motivation, promise for success, and the potential for CRISP to positively impact the student’s abilities and interest in obtaining a college degree in a science or engineering field; we especially target student’s from urban school districts. Typically, 2-3 students are selected.

Eligibility - the CRISP HS Fellowship program is open to highly motivated high school juniors and seniors that are currently attending a New Haven Public School. Minorities, women and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. US citizenship [or permanent residency] is required. Students participating in the CRISP summer program will be responsible for obtaining transportation to SCSU and Yale for the duration of the program.Participants must also be enrolled in the  Yale  Pathways  to Science Program .

For more information please contact the CRISP Education and Outreach staff at carol.jenkins@yale.edu

Applications due by April 01, 2018

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Yale Young Global Scholars

INSPIRED MINDS, GLOBAL CONNECTIONS.

Yale Young Global Scholars (YYGS) is an academic enrichment program for outstanding high school students from around the world. Each summer, students from over 150 countries (including all 50 U.S. states) participate in one interdisciplinary, two-week session at Yale’s historic campus. Immerse yourself in a global learning community at Yale University.

THE YYGS APPLICATION IS NOW OPEN!

YYGS is excited to offer residential sessions for June, July, & August 2025. We are not offering online sessions at this time.

Learn How to Apply and sign up for our mailing list to be receive updates about YYGS 2025.

SUMMER 2025 OFFERINGS:

Session i residential (june 22-july 4).

• Innovations in Science & Technology (IST I)
• Literature, Philosophy, & Culture (LPC I)
• Politics Law & Economics (PLE I)
• Solving Global Challenges (SGC I)

Session II Residential (July 6 - July 18)

• Innovations in Science & Technology (IST II)
• Literature, Philosophy, & Culture (LPC II)
• Politics Law & Economics (PLE II)
• Solving Global Challenges (SGC II)

Session III Residential (July 20 - Aug 1)

• Innovations in Science & Technology (IST III)
• Literature, Philosophy, & Culture (LPC III)
• Politics Law & Economics (PLE III)
• Solving Global Challenges (SGC III)

Yale Pathways Research Internships

Yale Pathways Research Internships (YPRI) connects qualified public high school students from the New Haven area with scientific research labs at Yale for a seven-week summer internship . These research experiences excite students about scientific investigation, enable them to explore new scientific fields, and increase their college preparedness. In doing so, we aim to foster long-term relationships between Yale laboratories and accomplished high school students who are enthusiastic about pursuing research.

Program Overview

Is the yale summer program in astrophysics for you .

• Are you passionate about Astronomy and Physics? 
• Are you ready for the challenge of working on a complex project at an elite research university? 
• Are you ready to see what you can do when you push yourself and the Universe is the limit? 
• Are you excited to make friends that will last a lifetime? 
• If so… read on!

The Yale Summer Program in Astrophysics (YSPA) is a research and enrichment program hosted at the Leitner  Family Observatory and Planetarium (LFOP) at Yale for 32 rising high school seniors (high school students who are juniors when they apply) who have shown an aptitude for science and math, an interest in astrophysics, and who are considering going into careers in scientific research. The program consists of a two-week online ( June 24 through July 5, 2024) , directed self-study program followed by a four-week residential program  (July 7 through August 4, 2024) . Students at YSPA live together in a dormitory, take classes at the Leitner  Planetarium, learn to program and analyze data in the computer lab at the Leitner  Observatory, and use the telescopes at the Leitner Observatory (as well as remote observatories) to collect data for their research project. At the end of the program, students write up their results in the form of a scientific paper and then present those results at our YSPA mini-conference.  

It’s difficult to describe what to expect from YSPA compared to the other ways a high school student might choose to spend her or his summer. If you do a research internship in a scientist’s lab, you might learn some advanced research techniques, but you might not learn any of the fundamental concepts behind the research, and you might not make friends with anyone your age with your interests. At a college summer course, you might learn some interesting science and math and experience a college campus but not get any hands-on experience or learn research methods. At a summer camp, you might have a lot of fun and make a lot of new friends, but you probably would not get to learn new and interesting science (depending on the camp). 

The main goal of YSPA is to provide our students with the opportunity to be academically and personally challenged in a professional scientific research environment. With the experience of meeting these challenges, they can go to college with the confidence that scientific research is something that they are ready to pursue. YSPA has the secondary goal of accelerating the personal growth of our students by giving them the opportunity to live and work in a university environment with their true peers– other high school seniors from around the world who have similar interests in math and science. Finally, YSPA also has a goal of teaching our students practical skills in computer programming, data analysis, statistics, writing, and other research methods— skills which are essential in all science, engineering, and tech fields.  See  An Inside Look at YSPA .

Many of our alumni have found YSPA to be a life-changing, formative experience. For students’ perspective on what the program is like, check out the  YSPA student blog. 

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Why Choose Yale Summer Session?

Experience everything that makes Yale unique: Small seminars with top Yale faculty. Time to immerse yourself in a full menu of academic opportunities.

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Available Programs

Pre-college students may apply to the following programs:

• Yale College Courses for Credit: Summer Session A or B
• Summer Drama Program
• University Preparation for International High School Students

Tip: Yale Summer Session accepts qualified applicants who will have completed their junior or senior year of high school at the time the summer session they attend begins.

Link: Resources for Pre-College Students Application information

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10 Summer Programs at Yale for High Schoolers

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Looking to learn something new this summer while forging connections with like minded peers? Yale University , among the most prestigious universities in the United States, offers plenty of summer opportunities for high school students, whether your interest is engineering, philosophy, art, or one of many other subjects. Read on to learn more about  10 summer programs for high schoolers offered at Yale.

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Why Summer Programs Benefit High Schoolers

Summer programs offer plenty of opportunities to high school students, from learning something new to making friends. Not only will they be able to take classes in a college setting, but for the most part, they’ll be living in dorms and experience college life.

Summer programs give high schoolers the opportunity to pursue their passions and develop new ones. In some cases, they can even earn college credit. Colleges see these programs as a positive extracurricular activity demonstrating an active and enthusiastic commitment to learning beyond the high school classroom.

Summer Programs at Yale University

1. yale pre-college summer session.

Live on campus and take for-credit courses during this program for highly-motivated students. Junior-year high schoolers will have the opportunity to attend classes with college students and get a head start on their education.

• Area of specialization: General Academic
• Application deadline: Rolling
• Program cost: $3,550
• Application

2. Yale Young Global Scholars | Applied Science & Engineering

Through the study of physics, chemistry, astronomy, and earth science, you’ll learn about how to apply scientific principles to real-world scenarios. The program emphasizes teamwork and promises to build critical thinking and analytical skills in students.

• Area of specialization: Engineering
• Grade: 10th-11th
• Application deadline: 2/6/19 (now passed for summer 2019)
• Program cost: $6,250
• Essay topic #1: Write about an example of social inequality. What do you see as a primary cause of this inequality? (500 words)
• Essay topic #2: What is a topic that you find fascinating and are interested in exploring? (200 words)
• Essay topic #3: We want to learn more about your background, beliefs, values, and/or the important people in your life. Please tell us about something that has influenced you and articulate how it has shaped you. (200 words)

3. Yale Young Global Scholars | International Affairs & Globalization

Develop skills for engaging in an increasingly interconnected world. You’ll learn about and grapple with questions in international affairs while exploring contemporary and historical issues.

• Area of specialization: Government/International Relations

4. Yale Young Global Scholars | Sustainable Development & Social Entrepreneurship

Explore innovative approaches to global challenges and learn about emerging fields such as global health, international development, sustainability, and more. Through an interdisciplinary approach, students will gain an understanding of United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals and learn how to work toward developing solutions to the world’s most pressing problems.

• Area of specialization: Economics

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5. Yale Young Global Scholars | Frontiers of Science & Technology

Discover innovative developments in science and technology. Students will study cutting-edge research in topics like artificial intelligence, gene editing, cyber security, and more. You’ll also learn how to consider the ethical challenges and limitations of these technologies and analyze their impact on society.

• Area of specialization: General Science

6. Yale Young Global Scholars | Literature, Philosophy, & Culture

Study culturally significant texts across global literature, philosophy, music, religion, and cultural theory. In doing so, you’ll cultivate the skills to think about your place in the world and articulate yourself in speaking and writing. The program will also focus on relating the works to larger cultural issues.

• Area of specialization: General Humanities

7. Yale Young Global Scholars | Biological & Biomedical Science

Delve into scientific fields including immunology, biochemistry, neuroscience, biomedical engineering, and molecular biology. You’ll hone your analytic skills and work with fellow students as you consider practical applications of biological sciences designed to improve our lives.

• Area of specialization: Life Sciences/Biology

8. Yale Young Global Scholars | Creative Arts & Media

Explore genres and mediums including theater, film, music, architecture, visual arts, dance, and others to examine how the arts can present solutions to social issues. Students will engage with critical theory and analysis to better understand how art can serve as a call to action. You’ll also learn and think about careers and educational opportunities in the arts and humanities.

• Area of specialization: Studio Art

9. Yale Young Global Scholars | Politics, Law, & Economics

Learn about public policy, human rights, market regulation, governance structures, and international law and look at social systems and present-day issues through the lenses of economic, legal, and political theory. This program will help you build your critical thinking and analytical skills. Due to popular demand, there are now two sessions available.

10. EXPLO at Yale

During this program, you’ll participate in courses and workshops across a wide range of disciplines from business, law, and world affairs to visual and performing arts, engineering, and more. There are also opportunities to engage with speaker series, group activities, and to take your learning outside of the classroom with weekend trips.

• Grade: 10th-12th
• Application deadline: 12/28/18 (priority); rolling
• Program cost: $6,595
• Essay topic: For Focus applicants, one essay answering the following: 1) Why are you interested in this Focus program? 2) What do you hope to get out of this Focus program? 3) What will you contribute to this Focus program?

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Wright Laboratory

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Yale Wright Laboratory offers undergraduate and postgraduate researchers from Yale and from other institutions and select local high school students cutting-edge, hands-on experiences in experimental nuclear, particle, and astrophysics; quantum science; and instrumentation. Students and postgraduate associates at Wright Lab participate in fundamental physics experiments on campus at Yale and around the world. They develop, build, and use advanced instrumentation and technologies for research; analyze data; and acquire skills for successful careers in graduate school and beyond.  

The Summer Student Research Program at Wright Lab is an annual program, sponsored by Wright Lab since 2018.  In 2022, the program expanded and is now co-sponsored along with the  Yale Physics Department , the  Yale Astronomy Department , the  Yale Quantum Institute (YQI ) .  

Opportunities include: 

• hands-on research experiences
• mentoring from Yale researchers
• training workshops
• professional development 
• immersion in WL and Yale research communities 
• networking with national nuclear, particle, and astrophysics community 
• participate in and/or lead outreach activities

More information about the current year’s program is  below .

2024 summer program

June 2-July 26, 2024

Applications for Summer 2024 are closed.  

Wright Lab summer research opportunities for undergraduates, postgraduates, and local high school students are available for summer 2024 (June 2-July 26, 2024). The Wright Lab program includes students from the following programs:  

• Yale College First-Year Summer Research Fellowship in the Sciences & Engineering
• Yale Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF)
• Yale Science, Technology and Research Scholars (STARS) Program
• Research Experiences for Veteran Undergraduates (REVU)
• Hopkins Authentic Research Program in Science (HARPS)
• NCA&T (QISE Scholars/ ASCEND Initiative )
• SCSU ( Werth IAF /Quantum Pie)

Contact Wright Lab program manager  Victoria Misenti  for more information.

Summer and Postgraduate Research Opportunities flyer (PDF)

Past summer programs

2023 Summer Programming for Student Researchers at Wright Lab

2022 Summer Programming for Student Researchers at Wright Lab

DOE Research Traineeship for Diversity in Nuclear Physics  at Wright Lab

2018 National Nuclear Physics Summer School at Yale

2022 ONAOSI-Yale Undergraduate Research Experience in Instrumentation

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The Simulation Academy at Yale helps New Haven high school students explore STEM-related careers in health care through hands-on, after-school training at the Yale Center for Healthcare Simulation (YCHS). During the 2023-24 program, over the course of 10 sessions, the students practiced procedures and the philosophies behind them; learned science in the classroom, and then translated what they learned to procedures they practiced in the simulation lab.

For example, in the classroom, students learned how the lungs work with the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide in the alveoli; in the simulation lab, they performed endotracheal intubation and inserted chest tubes. In the classroom, they learned about fetal blood flow through the placenta; in the sim lab, they delivered babies. In the classroom, they learned how the heart pumps blood away from the heart through arteries and blood returns to the heart through veins; in the sim lab, they inserted IVs and performed CPR, as music by Lady Gaga, Justin Timberlake, and the Baby Shark song played in the background.

Students were asked to create scenarios during the program, based on what they learned, and then act them out. “They were very excited, and their creativity reached far beyond our expectations,” said Program Co-director Tatiana Moylan, MD. One of the scenarios they built included an incident on a ski slope with students dressed in full gear helping a critically injured patient. Another scenario included a patient who was involved in a car accident on the way to the hospital while delivering a baby. “It was great to see how their imaginations work and how they made the connection to their year-long learning,” said Leigh Evans, MD, associate professor of emergency medicine and executive director, Yale Center for Healthcare Simulation.

The students received diplomas for having completed the program at a graduation ceremony in May, which also featured the Simulation Academy at Yale’s first annual career fair.

Two New Haven high schools—Hill Regional Career High School and Metropolitan Business Academy—participated in the program, which is funded through an R-25 Science Education Partnership Award and partnership with Yale Pathways to Science . The Simulation Academy at Yale is expanding to Wilbur Cross and James Hillhouse high schools.

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A ysph-tuskegee partnership.

With funding from Yale University's new ASCEND grant program, Dr. Ijeoma Opara (left), PhD, associate professor of public health at YSPH, collaborated with Dr. Lynn Benson (center), PhD, assistant professor of psychology at Tuskegee University to develop a program called “EmpowHERed: Advancing Black Girls Voices and Women’s Sexual and Reproductive Health in Alabama.” It was conceptualized and is being led by Opara’s postdoctoral research fellow, Dr. Jaleah Rutledge (right), PhD, who earned her BS in psychology and BA in communications at Tuskegee.

A YSPH-North Carolina A&T collaboration

Dr. Trace Kershaw, PhD, department chair and Susan Dwight Bliss Professor of Public Health at YSPH, is collaborating with Dr. Zahra Fazli Khalaf, PhD, assistant professor of psychology at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, on a Yale ASCEND grant-funded study, "Intersectional Analysis of Sexual Risk Behaviors among LGBTQ Students: HBCUs vs PWIs and Implications for STIs/HIV Intervention.”

Two Yale School of Public Health (YSPH) faculty members in the Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences – Dr. Ijeoma Opara , PhD, associate professor of public health; and Dr. Trace Kershaw , PhD, department chair and Susan Dwight Bliss Professor of Public Health – are partnering with faculty from two historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) as part of a new research grant program instituted in the spring by Yale University.

The partnerships are funded by grants from the university’s new Alliance for Scholarship, Collaboration, Engagement, Networking and Development (ASCEND) initiative. Established in March 2024, ASCEND supports research collaborations between HBCUs and Yale faculty, provides resources for HBCU faculty research projects, and expands pathway programs for HBCU students, with a commitment to increasing representation and amplifying the significant contributions of HBCUs in shaping the academic landscape.

Over the next five years, the university will commit $10 million, $2 million per year, to the program. The YSPH-HBCU partnerships are among 10 ASCEND grants awarded by the university this year.

The Yale-HBCU partnerships funded through the ASCEND initiative are structured so that both sides are considered equals in their endeavors. And that distinction is important, Opara said.

“Too often, as I learned while visiting other HBCUs, some faculty feel that their relationships with PWIs [predominantly white institutions] are extractive,” Opara said. “I want to ensure that as we partner with an HBCU, they feel like valuable and equal partners in the work.”

YSPH and North Carolina A&T

A team of Yale University scholars traveled to North Carolina A&T in January to give a talk and discuss potential collaborations between faculty. Opara, along with Dr. Mayur Desai , PhD ’97, MPH ’94, professor of epidemiology (chronic diseases) and associate dean for diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging at YSPH; and Dr. Lakia M. Scott , PhD, assistant provost for faculty development & diversity at Yale, shared their work during this visit.

Too often, as I learned while visiting other HBCUs, some faculty feel that their relationships with PWIs [predominantly white institutions] are extractive. I want to ensure that as we partner with an HBCU, they feel like valuable and equal partners in the work. Dr. Ijeoma Opara

One of the ASCEND grants will fund a study entitled “Intersectional Analysis of Sexual Risk Behaviors among LGBTQ Students: HBCUs vs PWIs and Implications for STIs/HIV Intervention.” The research is a collaboration between Kershaw and Dr. Zahra Fazli Khalaf , PhD, assistant professor of psychology at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, a public, historically Black, land grant research university.

Kershaw said that the study is being undertaken in response to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reporting that sexual risk behaviors have escalated among the emerging adult age group. This rise has contributed to over half of the new sexually transmitted illnesses and nearly 20% of new HIV cases .

“This situation disproportionately affects minorities and marginalized populations, with Black/African American and Hispanic/Latinx communities facing the highest risk,” he said. “Notably, 80% of HIV-positive cases in this age group fall within the 20-24 age range, and 81% of these cases were young gay and bisexual men, with projections showing the highest risks (50%) among Black men who have sex with men (MSM). Given that around 40% of individuals aged 18-24 are university students, STIs/HIV remain significant health concerns in these settings.”

Kershaw also said that risk factors may vary between PWIs and HBCUs due to differences in campus climate, student demographics, and social and environmental influences. “This proposal aims to develop and test innovative methods that accurately capture the complexity of the social and environmental context. We propose to address critical gaps in the existing literature,” he said.

Fazli Khalaf was made aware of the grant by a colleague early this year and contacted Kershaw, as she saw that YSPH’s SBS program aligned with her research interests in health disparities and equity.

“My focus stems from a deep concern for the health disparities that disproportionately affect marginalized communities,” she said. “This research is vital because it seeks to uncover the nuanced factors – social, environmental, and institutional – that contribute to these disparities. By understanding these complexities, we can develop more effective, targeted interventions to reduce risks and improve health outcomes for LGBTQ students, ultimately contributing to greater health equity.”

The Yale ASCEND grant, Fazli Khalaf, said, is crucial for advancing her research.

“Specifically, it enables us to explore and address the unique challenges faced by students at HBCUs, who may experience different social and structural pressures compared to their peers at PWIs,” she said. “For HBCUs, this grant represents a significant opportunity to contribute to the broader discourse on health equity by highlighting the experiences and needs of their student populations.”

“The findings from this research,” she added, “could inform campus policies and health programs, not only enhancing the well-being of students, but also positioning HBCUs as leaders in addressing public health issues within marginalized communities. This grant, therefore, has the potential to make a meaningful impact both academically and within the communities served by HBCUs.”

YSPH and Tuskegee

The other ASCEND grant is funding a joint effort between YSPH and Tuskegee University . Opara, director of YSPH’s Substances and Sexual Health (SASH) Lab , is collaborating with Dr. Lynn Benson, PhD, assistant professor of psychology at Tuskegee.

The two researchers are using the Yale funding to develop a program called, “EmpowHERed: Advancing Black Girls Voices and Women’s Sexual and Reproductive Health in Alabama.” It was conceptualized and is being led by Opara’s postdoctoral research fellow, Dr. Jaleah Rutledge, PhD, who earned her BS in psychology and BA in communications at Tuskegee.

Once Opara learned about the ASCEND program, she thought Rutledge, who is funded through the CIRA Yale AIDS Prevention Training Program , would be ideal for the grant. Besides being a Tuskegee alumna, she – like Opara, who does extensive community work in her native New Jersey – has long expressed an interest in learning to conduct community-engaged research, in her home state of Alabama.

“My goal has always been to lead the next generation of strengths-based prevention researchers. The ASCEND grant is one of the ways that it is making this goal possible,” Opara said. “I know the feeling of being able to work in my home state and to use my lived experience to tackle tough issues, strengthen resources and use research to empower Black girls and women. I’m glad that we will be doing the same in Jaleah’s hometown” Opara said.

“Last fall, I came across a few news stories about maternity wards across the state [Alabama] closing , which would make some women have to drive upwards of 100 miles to get to a labor and delivery unit,” Rutledge said. “After reading this, coupled with my knowledge around HIV and Black women, particularly in the South, I expressed interest to my mentors in pursuing work in Alabama that would equip and empower Black women with the skills needed to advocate for their sexual and reproductive rights.”

Benson was born in the Black Belt region of Alabama – Macon County, where Tuskegee is located, and where she has lived for many years – and has a passion for studying HIV/AIDS, particularly as it pertains to Black women in the South. Rutledge approached her about her project, and the proposal developed from there.

Benson’s involvement entails conducting a needs assessment in Black Belt counties. She helped pave the way for the project through her existing ties with local communities.

Benson said she is encouraged by the YSPH-Tuskegee partnership. Thanks to the ASCEND grant, she said, “Our students will have the opportunity to gain research experience, internships, as well as be actively involved in community service. Additionally, our students’ educational experience will be further enhanced by the exposure to careers in public health, medicine, and related fields.”

She added, “This grant encourages collaboration between HBCUs and other institutions . Research and programs funded by grants benefit communities served by HBCUs and strengthen ties between the institution and community residents. Grant funding permits HBCUs to study the unique health challenges faced by Blacks.”

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For high school students in Wyoming, summer is more than just a break from school—it's an opportunity to dive into immersive experiences that can shape your academic and personal future. Whether you're passionate about science, arts, sports, or leadership, summer programs provide the perfect chance to explore new fields, develop hands-on skills, and engage in exciting projects that push you beyond the classroom.  These programs not only offer valuable learning experiences but also help you build a network of like-minded peers and mentors, adding impressive experiences to your college applications. 

From academic enrichment to artistic expression and athletic development, Wyoming offers a diverse array of summer programs designed to challenge and inspire high school students. In this blog, we've highlighted eight top summer programs for high school students in Wyoming that will provide you with the opportunity to develop your talents, fuel your passions, and set you on the path toward future success. Whether you want to hone your skills in a specific field or simply try something new, these programs are sure to give you an edge both in and out of the classroom.

1. Lumiere Research Scholar Program

The Lumiere Research Scholar Program, founded by Harvard and Oxford researchers, offers high school students the opportunity to work one-on-one with PhD mentors to develop an independent research project in their subject area. This experience culminates in the production of an independent research project, offering a rare opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge scholarship while still in high school. You can work in subject areas like mathematics, biology, data science, economics, psychology, business, gender studies, linguistics, environmental studies, philosophy, astrophysics, engineering, and more. 

Participants gain valuable insights into advanced research methodologies, sharpen their critical thinking skills, and tackle complex issues under expert guidance.  Support from writing coaches will also be provided.

The program will end with a symposium and give students a potential chance at publication.

Location:  Remote 

Program Dates: June to August (summer). Fall, winter, and spring cohorts are also available.

Cost:   $2,990 (12 weeks) | $5,900 (16-20 weeks). Financial aid is available.

Eligibility: High school students with a minimum 3.3 out of 4 GPA

Application Deadline: Summer deadlines are usually in March, April, and May.

2. Veritas AI

Veritas AI offers a comprehensive suite of programs designed to introduce high school students to the field of artificial intelligence. These programs, created by Harvard graduate students and alumni, range from collaborative learning in the AI Scholars program to the more intensive AI Fellowship, where students work on individual research projects with personalized mentorship from Ph.D. candidates at top institutions. 

In the AI Fellowship program, participants have the opportunity to conduct research that intersects with fields such as finance, medicine, gaming, and more.  Under the guidance of experienced mentors, students gain the creative freedom to develop and showcase projects that could be published or presented in academic or professional settings. Previous participants have worked on projects like AI applications in medicine, educational software, and innovative gaming algorithms.

This program is particularly appealing to students interested in computer science and its real-world applications. Veritas AI's focus on mentorship ensures that participants receive personalized guidance as they delve into complex topics and build their technical expertise. This avenue offers a compelling platform to explore AI within the context of various disciplines, enabling students to exhibit their enthusiasm and skills.

Program Dates: Multiple cohorts throughout the year. Upcoming Summer dates can be found here . 

$2,290 for the AI Scholars program (10-week bootcamp) 

$5,400 for the AI Fellowship (12–15 weeks, 1;1 mentorship) 

$6,900 for both AI Scholars + Fellowship. 

Need-based financial aid is available. 

Eligibility: High school students. Students applying to the AI Fellowship  program must complete the AI Scholars  program or provide evidence of previous experience in AI and Python.

Application Deadline:   Varies according to cohort. September 8th for fall. December 1st for winter. 

3. Ladder Internships

Ladder Internships, founded by Harvard alumni, offers a unique opportunity for high schoolers to intern with startups and nonprofits across the world. Students can choose the field they wish to intern in, with companies in a wide range of industries, including computer science, technology, engineering, machine learning, AI, media, journalism, sustainability, healthcare ,  and more . 

This 8-week virtual internship is structured around real-world projects tailored to each student’s selected field of interest.   In addition to working closely with startup managers, interns receive guidance from a dedicated Ladder Coach.  This dual mentorship ensures a comprehensive learning experience, providing support, insights, and an opportunity to showcase their work after the internship!

Location:  Virtual. 

Program Dates: 8-week programs with multiple cohorts throughout the year. 

Cost:   Starting at $2,490. Financial aid is available

Eligibility: Open to all high school students, who can work for 10-20 hours/week, for 8-12 weeks. These internships are also open to undergraduates and gap-year students!

Application Deadline:   Multiple deadlines throughout the year. Summer cohort: April 14, 2024 (Regular Admission 1) | May 12, 2024 (Regular Admission 2).

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. Unlike many other programs, Horizon allows students to choose between quantitative or qualitative research tracks, depending on their interests and academic goals.

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 college applications. Apply   here !

Location:  Virtual

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 .

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

5. Young Founders Lab

The Young Founder’s Lab is a real-world start-up bootcamp founded and run by Harvard entrepreneurs.  In this program, you will work towards building a revenue-generating start-up that addresses a real-world problem.  You will also have the opportunity to be mentored by established entrepreneurs and professionals from Google, Microsoft, and X.

Apart from building the start-up itself, you will also participate in interactive classes  on business fundamentals and business ideations, workshops and skill-building sessions, case studies, panel discussions ,  and more.

The program concludes with a final pitch event, where students present their startups to a panel of industry professionals. The program is an excellent opportunity to delve into the world of business in high school and have space to explore multiple theoretical and practical frameworks that lead to a successful business.   You can access the application link here . 

Location:  This program is 100% virtual, with live, interactive workshops. 

Program Dates: The 2024 edition of the program starts on June 5th and spans over 4 weeks.

Cost:   $2,900 for the 4-week program. There is need-based financial aid. 

Eligibility: High school students.

Application Deadline:   There are 3 application deadlines that you can choose between: 

Early Decision Deadline: March 17th, 2024

Regular Admission Deadline 1: April 14, 2024

Regular Admission Deadline 2: May 12th, 2023

6. Jackson Hole Science Expeditions

Hosted by Teton Science Schools, the Jackson Hole Science Expeditions offer a unique opportunity for high school students to immerse themselves in scientific research within the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. Over 26 days and 25 nights, you will engage in hands-on exploration and field research in one of North America's most stunning and ecologically complex wilderness areas. Your experience includes front-country camping overnights in Yellowstone National Park and a backpacking trip in Grand Teton National Park,  providing a balance of adventure and academic inquiry. 

Guided by expert instructors, students conduct inquiry-based field research projects, honing their analytical and scientific skills. The program culminates with a presentation of your findings to peers, faculty, TSS community members, and Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem land managers. Based at the Kelly Campus in Grand Teton National Park, this residential program offers a deep connection with nature and continues a long tradition of environmental education at Teton Science Schools. The cohort size will be 20 campers. 

Location:  Teton Science Schools Kelly Campus

Program Dates: July 1 – 24, 2024 

Cost:   $6,155

Eligibility: Open to high school students.

Application Deadline: TBA

7. SOAR Summer Camps

SOAR Summer Camps provide outdoor summer camps designed specifically for youth with ADHD, helping participants develop self-confidence, social skills, and life skills in a supportive environment. You can choose from various programs, including a canoe adventure, a horsepacking trip, and other outdoor activities.  While exploring the outdoors, you'll learn about everything from the hydrothermal features of Yellowstone National Park to the behavior of predators like grizzly bears and wolves. 

With the guidance of trained staff specializing in working with ADHD youth, students are encouraged to challenge themselves, connect with nature, and gain practical skills through hands-on activities. SOAR Summer Camps aim to provide a well-rounded experience that combines fun, education, and personal growth. 

Location:  SOAR’s Eagle View Ranch, with additional locations depending on the activity

Program Dates: Varies depending on the activity chosen. Camps typically run between July to August.

Cost:  $4,760 - $6,580 , depending on activity. 

Eligibility: Open to high school students with ADHD and/or Learning Disabilities (LD)

8. Yellowstone Summer Music Camp

The Yellowstone Summer Music Camp, hosted by Northwest College, offers young musicians a weeklong opportunity to immerse themselves in the world of music. Participants can join concert and jazz bands, choirs, and explore various music-related topics such as music theory, computer composing, conducting, harmonica, and digital art.  This camp provides a space for high school students to develop their musical talents under the guidance of experienced instructors, while also having the chance to collaborate with peers who share a passion for music.

In addition to musical activities, the program includes fun and fitness sessions to keep students active.  High school participants will also attend a college orientation, where they will learn about essential topics such as financial aid, college applications, and scholarships, helping them prepare for their academic future.

Location:  Northwest College of Wyoming

Program Dates: June 16 – 21, 2024 

Cost:   $590 (overnight camp); $390 (commuter camp)

Eligibility: Open to high school students that must have completed at least one year of middle school/junior high band.

Application Deadline: May 15, 2024

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Pathways to arts and humanities summer scholars program 2024.

Join us for an exploration of the Arts & Humanities at Yale!

Join the Yale community this summer to make and study art, history, and culture! Yale Pathways to Arts & Humanities Summer Scholars Program is a free, two-week academic program for New Haven and West Haven public high school students. In Yale’s special collections, museums, and School of Art, you’ll come face to face with historical documents, art from around the world, and new inspiration for your own creativity. Yale faculty and graduate students will offer workshops on a variety of topics, including graphic design, sculpture, photography, race & citizenship, painting, ancient languages, and more.  You can see the 2023 closing ceremonies video here . 

Program Eligibility

• Open to current 9th, 10th, and 11th grade students from New Haven, West Haven, or Orange (Amity)  Public Schools

Application Information

• Complete online application by April 4, 2024:   onha.yale.edu/PWAHsummer
• As part of the application, you will need a teacher recommendation. The link you send to your teacher is: onha.yale.edu/ArtTeachRec

Program Dates

Student Orientation Day- Wednesday, July 3 Workshop Dates: Mon-Friday, July 22 to August 2 Students must commit to all days of the program

Example of daily schedule: 9:00am - 9:30am   Advisory Time 9:30am - 11:00am Morning Workshop: Graphic Design 11:00am - 12:30pm Enrichment: CCAM Blended Reality Tour 12:50pm - 1:50pm   Lunch: Franklin Dining Hall 2:00pm - 3:30pm   Afternoon Workshop: Art & Protest in the Beinecke Archives 3:30pm - 3:45pm   Recap, Snack, and Dismissal

Workshop Options (students attend 4 workshops)

The Art & Science of Paper  | Yale Center for British Art Step into a world where history, chemistry, and art blend into the exciting field of paper conservation. You’ll touch, examine, and transform paper while revealing the science behind conservation and the stories paper can tell. This workshop is a fun, engaging way to discover how science isn’t just about white coats and research labs—it’s also about preserving art, history, and cultural artifacts that maintain our connection with the past.

British Comic Art: Exploring Storytelling | Yale Center for British Art Explore the unique visual medium of comics throughout history! Focusing on autobiographical comics and zine-making, students will draw self-portraits, create small handmade books, and publish a final two-page comic story. This is not a superhero or manga comic workshop. We will learn how the comic format can help us tell our own meaningful stories. 

Come compose, capture, and compile photographs into a cohesive digital project! Students will learn professional photographic techniques and develop a new way of seeing and describing the world around them. By conceptualizing a photo project with text, students will also sharpen their writing skills. Additional activities will include trips to local museums and photography collections. No experience with photography required.

In today’s digital age, proficiency in digital tools is essential for success in various fields.  Learn how to effectively use one of the most powerful and widely used software in the creative industry -  Adobe Photoshop. By making digital collages, students will learn how to harness the possibilities of Photoshop as a creative tool and as possible avenue for future career opportunities in visual communications.

Join us for an introduction to rhythm tap dance, a percussive vernacular art form pioneered by Black Americans. Students will learn about tap’s rich history (including how tap intertwines with the historical development of jazz and the American stage and screen, and how tap’s current thriving pop, hip-hop, and jazz scenes emerged) and will use their feet to express themselves musically through beats and melodies. Tap shoes will be given to students and no dance experience is required.

Google Maps, Waze, Apple Maps. With these innovative navigational systems, one might wonder if tangible maps still have a purpose. In fact, the older the map the richer the history! In this workshop, you will be learning about the rich culture of New Haven and its people through decades of maps and relative primary sources. From the earliest surviving map of New Haven in 1748 to current New Haven maps, you will be dissecting one small area in New Haven, exploring the evolution of that area and creating a map of your own that tells a meaningful story.

Do you like to construct and paint? Explore how to incorporate both by embracing the aesthetics of rasquachismo, a term adapted during the Chicano/Mexican Art Movement which is “making the most from the least”. In this workshop you will write, draw and collage reflecting on your own visual culture. Along the way, you will learn how to make soft sculptures while learning foundational painting techniques to your own works of art.  No experience required. 

This workshop focuses on examining how oral histories are collected and what they can and cannot tell us about the past. How can we use oral histories and personal testimonies to study two different historical racial regimes? What can we learn from comparing them? Through oral histories, students will explore how ideas about race in the Jim Crow United States and Nazi Germany in the 1930s were used to limit and deny the citizenship rights of Black Americans and German Jews. The key materials for this workshop come from Yale’s Fortunoff Archive of Holocaust Testimonies.

This workshop will focus on the history of African Americans’ travels to the United Kingdom to gain support for their abolition and antislavery causes. We will focus on historical figures such as Henry Box Brown, Frederick Douglass, Sarah Parker Remond, Josiah Henson, and Ida B. Wells-Barnett. To explore their fascinating stories, we will visit primary sources at Yale’s Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library; view relevant plays and modern artistic interpretations; and create collage art to help students reflect on how common ideas about African American history change in light of these individual’s histories.

Relief Sculpture | Yale Center for British Art Relief sculpture is a form of 3D art that projects from a flat background. In this class, students will explore the long history of this art form, see examples of it in their environment, and learn about technologies that have expanded what is possible today. Students will also make their own relief sculptures with easy-to-use materials and tools! 

H igh school student I nternship P rogram in I ntegrated M athematical O ncology

Applications are now being accepted for summer 2024. Please see the application materials and guidelines below.

HIP IMO is an integrated mathematical oncology-centric internship program that delivers interdisciplinary team science research experiences for high school students  ages 16 or older  by the time of the internship. This mentored summer training program is designed for motivated aspiring scientists to help prepare them for interdisciplinary cancer research careers.

Working under the direction and guidance of faculty/scientist mentors in the  Integrated Mathematical Oncology (IMO) department , interns are involved in activities designed to foster the development of life-long research skills. Students will be assigned individual research projects appropriate to their interests and abilities.

The program runs for eight weeks during the Hillsborough County public schools summer break (June 3 – July 26, 2024).

HIP IMO provides access to required computer equipment and software throughout the entire internship. Students are required to attend daily (weekdays, holidays are observed) from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

HIP IMO takes place in the Stabile Research Building at Moffitt Cancer Center, on the campus of the University of South Florida in Tampa, Florida. ( Moffitt - Magnolia campus map PDF ). 

What Interns Will Do

• collaborate with an assigned mentor to create a research project with achievable goals in the time allotted
• participate in scheduled lab meetings
• document findings in an appropriate format (laboratory journal, audiovisual recording or digital databases)
• review and discuss findings with research mentors, draw conclusions and make new plans
• gain oral presentation experience by designing and delivering a 15-minute presentation to department members and guests at the HIP IMO research day
• write a three-page scientific report at the end of the program

Application Process

Applications for the 2024 HIP IMO program are now being accepted. A complete application and a recommendation letter from at least one of your teachers are required.

Application and recommendation letter deadline : February 1, 2024

Notifications of acceptance will be sent by early March 2024.

Scholarship

Selected students will receive a $1,000 scholarship during the first week of HIP IMO.

For safety and security concerns, all HIP IMO interns are subjected to a drug screen, a background check and a tuberculosis (TB) test. HIP IMO interns will also be required to complete an online orientation and attend a Laboratory Research Operations Orientation. HIP IMO is not able to fund housing at this time. Out-of-area-interns must make their own living arrangements.

HIP IMO Publications

Cytoplasmic convection currents and intracellular temperature gradients. Howard R,  Scheiner A , Cunningham J, Gatenby R PLoS Comp. Biol. 15(11): e1007372., 2019 [ abstract ] 

The Pipeline for Digital Analysis of IHC Images from NSCLC Xenograft Tissues. Kandru R , Desai B. BioRxiv, 2019 [ abstract ]

Sociodemographic and lifestyle factors associated with the neutrophil-to-lymphocyte ratio. Howard R,  Scheiner A , Kanetsky PA, Egan KM. Ann Epidemiol. 38:11-21, 2019 [ abstract ]

Single-Cell-Based In Silico Models: A Tool for Dissecting Tumor Heterogeneity. Karolak A,  Agrawal S ,   Lee S , Rejniak KA., in Encyclopedia of Biomedical Engineering, p130-143, 2019 [ abstract ]  

Proliferation Saturation Index in an adaptive Bayesian approach to predict patient-specific radiotherapy responses. Sunassee ED,  Tan D ,  Ji N , Brady R, Moros EG, Caudell JJ, Yartsev S, Enderling H. Int J Radiat Biol. 95(10): 1421-1426, 2019 [ abstract ]

Systematic Screening of Chemokines to Identify Candidates to Model and Create Ectopic Lymph Node Structures for Cancer Immunotherapy . Yagawa Y, Robertson-Tessi M,  Zhou SL , Anderson ARA, Mulé JJ, Mailloux AW. Sci Rep. 2017; 7(1):15996. [ abstract ]

IMO-HIP 2015 Report: An Evolutionary Game Theory Approach to evolutionary-enlightened application of chemotherapy in bone metastatic prostate cancer. Warman P , Araujo A, Lynch C, Basanta D. BioRxiv 2015. [ abstract ]

Alumni Colleges and Universities of our Interns

• Columbia University
• Princeton University
• University of Chicago
• Duke University
• University of Michigan
• University of Pennsylvania
• Vanderbilt University
• Rutgers University
• University of California Berkeley
• Georgia Tech
• New York University
• Harvey Mudd College
• University of Miami
• University of Florida
• University of South Florida
• University of Central Florida

HIP IMO Leadership

Dr. Alexander Anderson IMO Department Chair

Danae Paris HIP IMO Program Administrator

Program administrator:   [email protected] 813-745-5897

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