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Vanderbilt University: Research Experience for High School Students
Overview
A 6-week summer research immersion program for rising high school seniors from select Nashville schools, where students conduct independent research projects under faculty mentorship in Vanderbilt University or Vanderbilt University Medical Center laboratories, culminating in a student research symposium.
At a glance
Deadline
Dec 3150 days
Sessions
May–Jul6 wk sessions
Formats
Commuter
Location
Nashville, TN
Entering grades
11th
Acceptance
Highly selective; specific acceptance rate not provided
Application requirements
School Eligibility
Must attend Stratford STEM, John Overton, or Hillsboro High School in Nashville
Program Prerequisite
Must be current participant in Interdisciplinary Science and Research (ISR) program
Grade Level
Rising high school senior (currently in junior year)
Minimum Age
At least 16 years old at program start
Academic Requirements
Excellent grades in math and science; demonstrated commitment to STEM career
Application Materials
High school grades, curriculum vitae/resume, essays, two recommendations (one from ISR teacher)
Personal Qualities
Maturity and interpersonal skills suitable for professional lab environment
Cost & sessions
No stipend paid to students; room and board not provided. Cost of attendance not stated.
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