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Gold SignalStanford UniversitySelective

Stanford Medicine: Institutes of Medicine Summer Research Program (SIMR)

An eight-week on-campus research program for high school juniors and seniors to perform basic research with Stanford faculty, postdoctoral fellows, and researchers on medically-oriented projects in one of eight biological science institutes.

JunCommuterStanford, CAFreeLate February 2027

Entering grades11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration

SubjectsImmunology, Neurobiology, Cancer Biology, Bioengineering, Stem Cell and Regenerative Medicine, Cardiovascular Biology, Bioinformatics, Genetics and Genomics, Pre-Med

CostFree · $0

Websitehttps://simr.stanford.edu/

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Gold SignalThe Summer Science ProgramSelective

The Summer Science Program (SSP): Research in Genomics

A residential research program for high school juniors focusing on bacterial genomics, antibiotic resistance, and directed evolution. Students work in teams conducting hands-on lab research at one of six university campuses, learning molecular biology techniques including PCR, genome sequencing, and bioinformatics analysis.

JunResidentialMultiple locations101 days

Entering grades11th

CategoriesSTEM, Academic

SubjectsBacterial Genomics, Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Bioinformatics, Antibiotic Resistance

Websitehttps://ssp.org/bacterial-genomics/

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Silver SignalUniversity of California, Santa CruzSelective

COSMOS: UC Santa Cruz

A four-week residential STEM program for high-achieving high school students offering 13 interdisciplinary clusters in mathematics, science, and engineering with hands-on coursework and transferable skills training.

Jun–Aug · 4 wk sessionsResidentialSanta Cruz, CA$3,000–$6,99952 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesSTEM, Academic

SubjectsMathematics, Number Theory, Discrete Mathematics, Nanochemistry, Nanotechnology, Developmental Biology, Bioinformatics, Quantum Information Science, Engineering, Video Game Design, Software Engineering, Sustainable Energy, Photonics, Chemistry, Molecular Biology, Semiconductor Engineering, Machine Learning, Robotics, Quantum Materials

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $5,518

Websitehttps://cosmos.ucsc.edu/

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Rosetta InstituteSelective

Rosetta Institute: Biomedical Camps

Intensive workshops on molecular medicine, biomedical research, drug development, and related healthcare fields taught by PhD-level instructors. Combines lectures and hands-on laboratory work with emphasis on experimental design and modern pharmaceutical development.

Mar, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Dec · 1–2 wk sessionsCommuter / Residential / OnlineMultiple locations<$500Rolling

Entering grades8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesSTEM, Healthcare

SubjectsMolecular Neuroscience, Molecular Biology of Cancer, Developmental Biology, Molecular Biology of Aging, Molecular Immunology, Bioinformatics, Medicinal Chemistry, Medical Bioinformatics, Cancer Research, Neuroscience, Immunology, Molecular Biology, Cellular and Molecular Medicine

Cost<$500 · $325

Websitehttps://www.rosettainstitute.org/biomedical-summer-camps/

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University of ToledoSelective

The University of Toledo: Summer Biomedical Science Program in Bioinformatics

A 4-week virtual program where high school students work in small teams on bioinformatics research projects, analyze gene expression datasets, and publish findings in peer-reviewed journals. Students learn data science, coding in R Studio, cloud computing, and biomedical research writing.

Jun · 4 wk sessionsOnline$1,500–$2,999125 days

Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesSTEM, Academic, Career Exploration

SubjectsBioinformatics, Data Science, Coding, R Studio, RNAseq Analysis, Cloud Computing, Biomedical Research Writing, AI Ethics

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,900

Websitehttps://www.utoledo.edu/med/depts/neurosciences/summerbioinformatics.html

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Indigo ResearchSelectiveCredit

Indigo Research: IRIS Intensive Program

A 6-week online research program for high school students offering mentorship from top university faculty. Students choose from subjects like neuroscience, computer science, engineering, and economics, and produce a publication-ready research paper that may earn two transferable college credits from UCSB Extension School.

Jul, Dec · 6 wk sessionsOnline$3,000–$6,999Rolling

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration, Leadership

SubjectsAdvanced International Politics, Neuroscience, Computer Science, Engineering, Entrepreneurship, Environmental Science, Astrophysics, Economics, Artificial Intelligence, Genetics, Law, Politics, Art, Biology, Coding, Data Science, Blockchain, Bioinformatics, Theoretical Computer Science, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Generative AI, AI Ethics, Recommender Systems, Politics & International Relations, Biochemistry, Business

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,200

Websitehttps://www.indigoresearch.org/program/iris

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Carnegie Mellon UniversitySelective

Carnegie Mellon Summer: Pre-College Computational Biology

A 4-week residential or commuter program integrating laboratory biology with computer science and coding. Students explore metagenomics, DNA sequence alignment, genome assembly, and machine learning through hands-on computational biology research.

Jun · 4 wk sessionsResidential / CommuterPittsburgh, PA$7,000+83 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th

CategoriesSTEM, Academic

SubjectsComputational Biology, Computer Science, Biology, Programming, Coding, Machine Learning, Robotics, Bioinformatics

Cost$7,000+ · $10,750

Websitehttps://www.cmu.edu/pre-college/academic-programs/computational-biology.html

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IvyMaxSelective

IvyMax: Franklin Research Internship Program

A six-week intensive summer research program for high-achieving high school students. Students participate in a three-week training period followed by individual research project work in fields including biology, engineering, economics, and humanities, working with mentors from top academic institutions.

Jun–Jul · 6 wk sessionsOnline

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration

SubjectsCell Biology, Molecular Biology, Molecular Cloning, Epigenomics, Bioinformatics, Ecology, Computational Biology, Electrical Engineering, Energy Management, Energy Data Analytics, Machine Learning Modeling, Math, Physical Science, Statistics, Predictive Modeling, Political Science, International Relations, Sociology, Anthropology, Psychology, Business Analytics, Electronic Art, AI/Machine Learning, Sustainability, Computer Science, Economics, Asian American Studies, Game Design, Genetics and Genomics

Websitehttps://ivymax.com/franklin-research-internship-program/

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Franklin Education FoundationSelectiveCredit

IvyMax: Research & Innovation Program

An elite 8-week hybrid research program combining 3 weeks of virtual training with 5 weeks of in-person lab research at UCLA, UCI, or UCR. Students work under faculty mentorship on biomedical, mathematical, or genetic research projects and present findings at a professional symposium.

Jun · 8 wk sessionsResidential / OnlineMultiple locations

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesSTEM, Academic, Career Exploration, Healthcare

SubjectsBiomedical Research, Cell Biology, Cancer Studies, Genetics, Biotechnology, Mathematical Modeling, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Engineering, Bioinformatics, Genomics, Computational Biology

Websitehttps://ivymax.com/research-innovation-program/

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LA Biotech Center

LA Biotech Center: Methods in Stem Cell Engineering

A 4-day hands-on winter break program where high school students (ages 15–18) learn stem cell engineering, RNA interference gene silencing, and advanced molecular biology techniques through college-level lectures and hands-on laboratory work in a BSL-2 lab environment.

Dec · 1 wk sessionsCommuterTorrance, CA<$500Rolling; up to 1 week before course start

Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesSTEM, Academic

SubjectsMolecular Biology, Genetic Engineering, Stem Cell Biology, Bioinformatics, RNA Interference

Cost<$500 · $550

Websitehttps://labiotechcenter.com/methods-in-stem-cell-engineering/

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Stanford School of Medicine

Stanford EXPLORE Lecture Series

A lecture series for high school students exploring biomedical research fundamentals and current advances in immunology, neuroscience, regenerative medicine, cancer biology, and related fields. Offered in-person and online with flexible 2–4 week enrollment options.

Jul · 2–4 wk sessionsCommuter / OnlineStanford, CA$1,500–$2,999111 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Healthcare

SubjectsImmunology, Neuroscience, Regenerative and Stem Cell Medicine, Cancer Biology, Bioengineering, Bioinformatics, AI in Biomedicine, Precision Health

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,600

Websitehttps://explore.stanford.edu/

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Quinnipiac University

Quinnipiac University Summer Programs: Data Sciences Lab

A 2-week summer program for high school students exploring data science through big data theory, statistics, algorithms, AI, and machine learning. Students engage in hands-on projects, career exploration, and choose between residential or commuter formats.

Jul · 2 wk sessionsResidential / CommuterHamden, CT$1,500–$2,999Rolling; registration opens October 2026

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration

SubjectsData Science, Big Data, Statistics, Probability, Algorithms, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, R Programming, Data Visualization, Bioinformatics, Data Ethics, Computer Programming

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,600

Websitehttps://www.qu.edu/academics/about-our-programs/summer-experiences-courses/high-school-students/data-sciences

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University of California, Davis

UC Davis Pre-College Program: Environmental Toxicology

A hands-on program designed for high school students to work in a university lab exploring the effects of toxic chemical exposure on honeybees through college-level experimental research experience.

Jul · 2 wk sessionsCommuterDavis, CA$3,000–$6,999

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesSTEM, Academic

SubjectsEnvironmental Toxicology, Scientific Research, Analytical Chemistry, Bioinformatics

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $6,985

Websitehttps://cpe.ucdavis.edu/course/uc-davis-pre-college-program-environmental-toxicology

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Franklin Academy

Franklin Academy: Franklin Research Internship Program

A 6-week intensive research internship for high school students combining weeks 1–3 of training with weeks 4–6 of independent project work under mentorship by college professors and researchers. Students conduct original research in STEM, economics, business, or humanities and produce a final research paper.

6 wk sessionsCommuterLake Forest, CA99 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesSTEM, Academic, Career Exploration

SubjectsEngineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Data Science, Bioinformatics, Environmental Science, Physical Sciences, Life Sciences, Game Design, Mathematics, Economics, Finance, Business, Entrepreneurship, Marketing, History, Psychology, Politics

Websitehttps://franklinacademy.us/internship/franklin-research-internship-program/

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