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Boston Leadership InstituteSelective

Boston Leadership Institute: Biotech Research Summer Online

A 2-week online biotech research program where students conduct laboratory experiments at home using mailed supplies, exploring genetic engineering, molecular biology, and disease research projects including topics like Muscular Dystrophy and Progeria. Students participate in live Zoom sessions 11:00 am–4:00 pm EST.

Jun · 2 wk sessionsOnline$500–$1,499186 days
Entering grades8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration, Healthcare
SubjectsBiotechnology, Molecular Biology, Genetic Engineering, Bacterial Transformation, Antibody Detection, Pharmaceutical Science, Pre-Med
Cost$500–$1,499 · $1,200
Websitehttps://www.bostonleadershipinstitute.com/biotech-research-2/
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International Research Institute of North Carolina (IRI-NC)Selective

Introduction to Research

A remote research mentorship program offering two tracks: Literature (4–8 weeks) and Medical Case Studies (8 weeks). Students work one-on-one with PhD faculty mentors and graduate student researchers to develop research skills, conduct independent projects, and prepare academic presentations.

May–Aug · 4–8 wk sessionsOnline$500–$1,499Rolling
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, College
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration
SubjectsBiomedical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Radiation Oncology, Cancer Treatment, Mathematics, Biomathematics, Sports Nutrition, Nutrition and Dietetics, Physics, Chemistry, Public Health, Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry, Genetic Engineering, Global Health, Forensic Anthropology, Osteology, Genetics, Virology, Statistics, Epidemiology, Mechanical Engineering, 3D Printing, Athletic Performance, Climate Change, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science, Oncology, Health Disparities, Literature Research
Cost$500–$1,499 · $995
Websitehttps://iri-nc.org/
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Boston Leadership InstituteSelective

Boston Leadership Institute: Biological Research Summer Program

A three-week, lab-intensive hands-on research program in synthetic biology, genetic engineering, and CRISPR gene editing. Students learn pipetting, DNA sequencing, and barcoding while visiting leading research institutions including MIT's Koch Institute, the Broad Institute, and industry partners like Ginkgo Bioworks.

Jun–Jul · 3 wk sessionsResidentialMultiple locations$3,000–$6,999
Entering grades8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, PG
CategoriesSTEM, Academic
SubjectsSynthetic Biology, Genetic Engineering, Gene Therapy, CRISPR, DNA Sequencing, Molecular Biology, Gene Editing, DNA Barcoding
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,597
Websitehttps://www.bostonleadershipinstitute.com/biological-research/
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Boston Leadership InstituteSelective

Boston Leadership Institute: Biomedical Engineering Summer Program

A three-week competitive summer research program in biomedical engineering, biochemistry, and materials science. Students engage in hands-on activities including DNA extraction, CRISPR exploration, 3D printing of medical devices, and study of genetic engineering and biotechnology ethics.

Jun–Jul · 3 wk sessionsResidentialBoston, MA$3,000–$6,999Rolling
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration
SubjectsBiomedical Engineering, Biochemistry, Materials Chemistry, Genetic Engineering, DNA Science, Medical Device Design, 3D Printing, Biotechnology
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,597
Websitehttps://www.bostonleadershipinstitute.com/biomedical-engineering/
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Reach CambridgeSelective

Reach Cambridge - Medicine & Life Sciences

A 2-, 4-, or 6-week residential summer program in Cambridge, UK, exploring core medical sciences, emerging technologies, hands-on medical procedures, ethical perspectives in healthcare, and career insights from biomedical professionals.

Jul–Aug · 2–6 wk sessionsResidentialCambridge, United Kingdom$7,000+141 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Healthcare, Career Exploration, Academic
SubjectsMedicine, Life Sciences, Biology, Medical Ethics, Genetic Engineering, Regenerative Medicine, Human Anatomy, Physiology, Genetics, Neuroscience
Cost$7,000+ · $6,295
Websitehttps://www.reachcambridge.com/courses/medicine-life-sciences
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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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LA Biotech Center

LA Biotech Center: Stem Cells and Biotechnology

A 5-day hands-on laboratory program exploring stem cell biology, biotechnology, and genetic engineering. Students engage in biomanufacturing projects including human insulin production and lab-grown meat development, with theory and practical lab work.

Jul–Aug · 1 wk sessionsCommuterTorrance, CA<$500Rolling, up to 1 week before course start date
Entering gradesBelow 6th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th
CategoriesSTEM
SubjectsStem Cell Biology, Biotechnology, Genetic Engineering, Molecular Biology, Cell Culture, Bioprocessing, Protein Purification
Cost<$500 · $895
Websitehttps://labiotechcenter.com/stem-cells-and-biotechnology/
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LA Biotech Center

LA Biotech Center: Molecular Stem Cell Biology

A 5-day hands-on summer program for high school students (ages 15–18) featuring advanced molecular biology and genetic engineering techniques including PCR, DNA cloning, and fluorescent microscopy in a BSL-2 laboratory setting.

Jun · 1 wk sessionsCommuterTorrance, CA$1,500–$2,999Rolling; applications accepted up to 1 week before course start
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM
SubjectsMolecular Biology, Stem Cell Biology, Genetic Engineering
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,550
Websitehttps://labiotechcenter.com/molecular-stem-cell-biology/
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University of Pennsylvania

Engineering Summer Academy at Penn: Biotechnology

A laboratory-intensive biotechnology course combining molecular cloning experiments, lectures on genetic engineering and protein design, and mentored research proposals with Penn engineering PhD candidates.

Jul · 3 wk sessionsCommuterPhiladelphia, PA$7,000+110 days
Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM
SubjectsBiotechnology, Molecular Biology, Genetic Engineering, Chemical Engineering
Cost$7,000+ · $9,250
Websitehttps://esap.seas.upenn.edu/courses/biotechnology/
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