Introductory College Level Experience in Microbiology (iCLEM)
Catalog organization: Joint BioEnergy Institute, Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory
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What Is Introductory College Level Experience?
iCLEM is a paid summer research intensive at the Joint BioEnergy Institute for economically disadvantaged high-school sophomores and juniors in Alameda, Contra Costa or San Francisco County. The 2026 program combined a mostly virtual preparation week with six weeks of in-person laboratory research in Emeryville and paid a $3,000 stipend.
Eligibility is strict and tied to funding: age 16 by June 15, U.S. citizenship or permanent residence, county-specific low-income limits, at least a 2.5 GPA, and completion of Algebra 1 and Biology. JBEI says it cannot make exceptions. Homeschool and alternative-school students may apply when all requirements are met.
Introductory College Level Experience Key Facts: Cost, Deadline, and Eligibility
| Cost | Free · paid stipend |
|---|---|
| Format | Hybrid |
| Eligibility | Grades 10–11 |
| Application deadline | Dates not announced |
| Listing last updated | August 30, 2026 |
Program details shown here reflect the current catalog record.
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How to Apply to Introductory College Level Experience
Open the application for Introductory College Level Experience in Microbiology (iCLEM)