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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 locations100 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 PennsylvaniaSelective

Penn Arts & Sciences: Biomedical Research Academy

A three-week residential biomedical research program for high school students focusing on cellular biology, molecular biology, genetics, and disease relevance. Students engage in daily lectures by Penn faculty and researchers, journal club discussions, and hands-on laboratory experiments using techniques like PCR, gel electrophoresis, and CRISPR gene editing.

Jul · 3 wk sessionsResidentialPhiladelphia, PAFreeRolling
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Academic
SubjectsBiomedical Research, Cellular Biology, Molecular Biology, Genetics, CRISPR, Vaccines, Antibiotic Resistance, Bioethics
CostFree · $0
Websitehttps://hs.sas.upenn.edu/summer-programs/academies/biomedical
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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–$6,99951 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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Hillsdale CollegeSelectiveCredit

Hillsdale College Summer Science Camps: Biology Camp

A 5-day residential biology camp for rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors featuring hands-on laboratory instruction in DNA analysis, PCR, DNA sequencing, and photosynthesis methods. Students live on campus with meals provided and have access to college facilities.

Jun · 1 wk sessionsResidentialHillsdale, MIFree124 days
Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Academic
SubjectsBiology, DNA Analysis, Photosynthesis, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry
CostFree · $0
Websitehttps://www.hillsdale.edu/academics/high-school-study/summer-science-camps/
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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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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–$1,499185 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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LA Biotech CenterSelective

LA Biotech Center: Regenerative Medicine and Disease Modeling

A 10-day hands-on laboratory program where high school students learn regenerative medicine and stem cell research by reprogramming human induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) and converting them to heart cells. Students plan and implement their own disease modeling experiment under the guidance of professional industry scientists.

Jul–Aug · 1–2 wk sessionsCommuterTorrance, CA$1,500–$2,999Rolling (up to 1 week before course start)
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration, Healthcare
SubjectsRegenerative Medicine, Stem Cell Research, Biotechnology, Disease Modeling, Cell Culture, Genetic Analysis, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,300
Websitehttps://labiotechcenter.com/regenerative-medicine-and-disease-modeling/
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Sarah Lawrence CollegeSelectiveCredit

Sarah Lawrence: Science Research Methods and Ethics

A 2-week intensive summer program where rising high school sophomores through seniors conduct disciplinary research in biological sciences, physical and earth sciences, or psychological sciences under faculty mentorship, earning 2 college credits.

Jul · 2 wk sessionsResidential / CommuterBronxville, NY$3,000–$6,999171 days
Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration
SubjectsBiological Sciences, Genetics, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Ecology, Physical Sciences, Physics, Environmental Science, Urban Hydrology, Climate Change Resilience, Psychological Sciences, Clinical Psychology, Cognitive Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Social Psychology
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,100
Websitehttps://www.sarahlawrence.edu/precollege/science-research/
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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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UMass AmherstSelectiveCredit

UMass Amherst Summer Pre-College: Antibiotic Resistance - A Global Health Crisis

A two-week intensive laboratory course where rising sophomores through seniors conduct research projects to discover new antibiotics using advanced microbiological techniques including PCR, DNA sequencing, and antibiotic resistance testing.

Jul · 2 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialAmherst, MA$3,000–$6,999
Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Healthcare
SubjectsMicrobiology, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Biotechnology
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $2,337
Websitehttps://www.umass.edu/uww/pre-college/residential/antibiotic-resistance-microbiology
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BioResearch AcademySelective

BioResearch Academy

An 18-day fully immersive residential program in Boston for motivated biological scientists to conduct hands-on laboratory research in molecular and cellular biology, including topics like Alzheimer's disease, anesthesia and consciousness, and cancer biology.

Jun · 3 wk sessionsResidentialBoston, MA$7,000+202 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Academic
SubjectsBiology, Molecular Biology, Cellular Biology, Research Methods
Cost$7,000+ · $9,950
Websitehttps://bioresearchacademy.com/
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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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LA Biotech Center

LA Biotech Center

LA Biotech Center offers hands-on laboratory research programs in stem cell science and biotechnology for middle school, high school, and college students, featuring real-world research experience in professional facilities.

Jan–Dec · 2–6 wk sessionsCommuterTorrance, CA<$500
Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, College
CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration
SubjectsBiotechnology, Stem Cell Science, Cell Biology, Regenerative Medicine, Molecular Biology
Cost<$500 · $495
Websitehttps://labiotechcenter.com/
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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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Boston University

Boston University: CityLab SummerLab Biotechnology Program

An intensive commuter program at Boston University School of Medicine offering hands-on biotechnology labs including CRISPR gene editing, bacterial transformation, cell culture, and molecular biology techniques for high school students ages 15+.

Jul · 2 wk sessionsCommuterBoston, MA$1,500–$2,999202 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Academic
SubjectsBiotechnology, Molecular Biology, Gene Editing, CRISPR, Cell Culture, DNA Science
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,500
Websitehttps://www.bumc.bu.edu/citylab/summerlab-2026/
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Stony Brook University

Stony Brook University Pre-College Summer: Cancer Biology

A hands-on laboratory program for rising juniors and seniors studying cancer biology at the cellular and molecular levels. Students grow and treat cancer cells in vitro, prepare plant-based extracts, and use advanced microscopy and luminometry techniques to explore cancer-fighting properties and cellular changes.

Jun–Jul · 1 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialStony Brook, NY$1,500–$2,999202 days
Entering grades11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM
SubjectsCancer Biology, Molecular Biology, Laboratory Techniques
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,000
Websitehttps://www.stonybrook.edu/precollege-summer/courses/cancer_biology.php
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Lakeside SchoolCredit

Summer at Lakeside: High School Academic Courses

In-person and online academic courses for entering grades 9–12, including STEM, English, art, computer science, and college prep. Courses range from one week to six weeks and offer options for both graded high school credit and non-credit enrichment.

Jun–Aug · 1–6 wk sessionsCommuter / OnlineSeattle, WA$1,500–$2,999202 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration, Performing & Visual Arts
SubjectsAlgebra II, Precalculus, Biology, Physics, Computer Science, Molecular Biology, AI, Planetary Science, English Composition, Literature, Art & Design, Ceramics, Drawing & Painting, Personal Finance, SAT Prep, College Essay Writing, Service Learning, Environmental Science, History
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $365
Websitehttps://www.lakesideschool.org/summer/high-school-courses
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Lebanon Valley College

Lebanon Valley College: Health and Biomedical Sciences Camp

A 6-day residential summer camp for rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors focusing on molecular biology, neuroscience, physiology, pharmacology, immunology, and medical sciences through hands-on laboratory investigations and lectures led by practicing professionals.

Jul · 1 wk sessionsResidentialAnnville, PA$1,500–$2,999Rolling
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th
CategoriesSTEM, Healthcare
SubjectsMolecular Biology, Neuroscience, Physiology, Pharmacology, Immunology, Medical Sciences, Laboratory Science
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,275
Websitehttps://www.lvc.edu/about/camps-community-programming/health-biomedical-sciences-camp/
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University of Massachusetts AmherstCredit

UMass Amherst Summer Pre-College: Botanical Breakthroughs

A 2-week residential or commuter summer program for high school students focusing on plant biochemistry, drug design, and natural products. Students earn 2 college credits while conducting hands-on laboratory work in the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology.

Jun · 2 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialAmherst, MA$3,000–$6,999
Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Academic
SubjectsBiochemistry, Molecular Biology, Plant Science
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $2,337
Websitehttps://www.umass.edu/uww/pre-college/residential/botanical-breakthroughs-biochemistry-molecular-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+109 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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