Summer 2027 For high school students

Selective vs. pay-to-play summer programs

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Program factsDrexel University Summer InstitutesRemoveCamp Rising SunRemoveBoston Leadership Institute Summer ProgramsRemove
Application deadlineUnconfirmed — check official siteUnconfirmed — check official siteUnconfirmed — check official site
CostUnconfirmed — check official siteFree attendance; check separate expenses (2027 cycle)$699–$2,500 (2027 cycle)
Financial aidLast year's cycle (2026): Program-specific full scholarship: Amount: Unconfirmed — check official site. The separate NAIOP-Drexel real-estate program funded all accepted students; this does not mean all Summer Institutes offer aid.; 2027: Unconfirmed — check official siteNeed-based travel assistance: Amount: Unconfirmed — check official site. Funds are limited. (2027 cycle)Limited need-based scholarships: Amount: Unconfirmed — check official site. Not for the residential portion and not for international students; separate GI Partners need-based scholarships for Boston-area rising seniors. (2027 cycle)
Expenses and aid conditionsLast year's cycle (2026): Common design-program registration deposits: $300–$500. Deposit amount, refundability, and whether it is credited to tuition differ by institute.; Program-specific full scholarship: Amount: Unconfirmed — check official site. The separate NAIOP-Drexel real-estate program funded all accepted students; this does not mean all Summer Institutes offer aid.; 2027: Unconfirmed — check official siteNeed-based travel assistance: Amount: Unconfirmed — check official site. Funds are limited. (2027 cycle)Residential fee ($699 per week; housing, three meals a day, supervision): $699–$2,097. On top of tuition; $2,097 for a three-week program.; Seat deposit ($200 one-week; $500 three-week or remote): $200–$500; Optional airport transportation (one way $50-$75, round trip $99): $50–$99; Optional linen rental for residential students: $50; Limited need-based scholarships: Amount: Unconfirmed — check official site. Not for the residential portion and not for international students; separate GI Partners need-based scholarships for Boston-area rising seniors. (2027 cycle)
Stipend or payUnconfirmed — check official siteUnconfirmed — check official siteUnconfirmed — check official site
EligibilityGrades 9–12; Grade timing: Unconfirmed — check official siteUnconfirmed — check official siteGrades 6–12 and first-year college (provider uses rising grades)
Additional eligibilityRequirement: Open to grades 9–12Ages 15–16; Requirement: For 2027, birthday between August 26, 2010 and June 26, 2012 (at least 15 when the session starts and not yet 17 by its end); Requirement: Available for the whole four-week in-person session; Requirement: Able to speak English; Requirement: International campers need a valid passport and visa (if applicable)Requirement: Open to rising grades 6–13; Requirement: One-week and pre-high-school programs: perform at grade level or above
Session dates or durationCatalog terms: 1–4 weeks; 2027: Unconfirmed — check official siteStarts June 26, 2027; Ends August 26, 2027; 4 weeks (2027 cycle)Catalog terms: 1–3 weeks; 2027: Unconfirmed — check official site
FormatIn person / OnlineIn personIn person / Online
Housing and supervisionResidential. Supervision and housing details: Unconfirmed — check official siteResidential. Supervision and housing details: Unconfirmed — check official siteResidential. Supervision and housing details: Unconfirmed — check official site
LocationPhiladelphia, Drexel University and Philadelphia-area field sites; selected online programsRhinebeck, NYBoston, Waltham, Wellesley, Weston, MA
Selection and applicationSelection: Varies from registration-based/rolling to competitive review. Examples use capacity limits, transcript review, academic preparation, recommendations, and first-come acceptance; no umbrella admit rate exists. Application materials: Zero, one, or two teacher/professional recommendations depending on institute; Portfolio or course-prerequisite evidence only when specifiedSelection: Regional/global selection committees review applications for cohort fit and invite some applicants to interview. LAJF seeks diverse strengths, backgrounds, interests, and commitment to change, but does not publish current applicant totals, cohort size, or acceptance rate. Application materials: Interview with your regional selection committee (if selected for the interview phase)Selection: Three-week and remote programs used competitive rolling review based on academic record, curiosity, subject commitment, perspective, and experience. One-week and pre-high-school programs were capacity-based registration. Application materials: Three-week programs: online application with an essay
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  • Program snapshot

    Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden

    Cincinnati Zoo ZooTeens

    A selective Cincinnati summer conservation-volunteer program for ages 13–17, opening December 1 for 2027, with 70–100 required hours and a hardship-waivable USD 60 fee.

    Application deadline
    January 31, 2027 (2027 cycle)
    Cost
    Unconfirmed — check official site
    Session dates or duration
    Starts May 31, 2027 (2027 cycle)
    Format
    In person
    Location
    Cincinnati, OH
    Stipend or pay
    Unconfirmed — check official site

    Eligibility: Unconfirmed — check official site

    Ages 13–17; Must be between 13 and 17 years old on May 1, 2027; First- and second-year ZooTeens commit to at least 100 hours (including one 40-hour week of camp); third-year and returning ZooTeens commit to at least 70 hours

    Housing: Non-residential. Supervision and housing details: Unconfirmed — check official site

    Selection: The Zoo says the program is very popular and cannot accept all applicants; it publishes no applicant count, cohort size, or acceptance rate.

    Financial aid: Unconfirmed — check official site
    Full details and official sources

    Expenses and aid conditions: Catalog terms: Non-refundable program fee, due upon acceptance: $60. Covers all materials, a camp T-shirt to keep and the loan of a Zoo uniform shirt.; 2027: Unconfirmed — check official site

    Full eligibility requirements: Ages 13–17; Requirement: Must be between 13 and 17 years old on May 1, 2027; Requirement: First- and second-year ZooTeens commit to at least 100 hours (including one 40-hour week of camp); third-year and returning ZooTeens commit to at least 70 hours; Requirement: Must be able to receive program information by email and keep an online ZooTeen profile to log service hours

    Selection and application: Selection: The Zoo says the program is very popular and cannot accept all applicants; it publishes no applicant count, cohort size, or acceptance rate. Application materials: Online application (separate forms for new and returning ZooTeens) with short essay questions; One in-person group interview

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    • Research
    • STEM

    Texas Tech

    Clark Scholars Program

    Spend seven weeks on a faculty-guided research project at Texas Tech in Lubbock. The 2027 Clark Scholars program runs June 20-August 5, with applications opening January 2.

    Application deadline
    February 15, 2027 (2027 cycle)
    Cost
    Unconfirmed — check official site
    Session dates or duration
    Starts June 20, 2027; Ends August 5, 2027; 7 weeks (2027 cycle)
    Format
    In person
    Location
    Lubbock, TX
    Stipend or pay
    Last year's cycle (2026): Stipend on completion of a successful research project report: $750; 2027: Unconfirmed — check official site

    Eligibility: Grade 12 and first-year college (provider uses rising grades)

    Minimum age 17; US citizen; US permanent resident; Must be at least 17 years old by the program start date, with no exceptions

    Housing: Residential. Supervision and housing details: Unconfirmed — check official site

    Financial aid: Unconfirmed — check official site
    Full details and official sources

    Expenses and aid conditions: Last year's cycle (2026): Application fee: $25; On-campus room and board and meals: $0. Provided by the program.; 2027: Unconfirmed — check official site

    Full eligibility requirements: Minimum age 17; Citizenship: US citizen; Citizenship: US permanent resident; Requirement: Open to rising grades 12–13; Requirement: Must be at least 17 years old by the program start date, with no exceptions; Requirement: Open to rising high school seniors and to students graduating from high school right before the program

    Selection and application: Application materials: Short essays; Three recommendations via online questionnaire, at least two from teachers

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    • Pre-college

    Clemson University

    Clemson University Summer Scholars

    Clemson Summer Scholars offers one-week residential courses for rising grades 7-12, up to age 17 at camp. Current session dates, tuition and application requirements are unconfirmed.

    Application deadline
    Unconfirmed — check official site
    Cost
    Last year's cycle (2026): $1,400; 2027: Unconfirmed — check official site
    Session dates or duration
    Last year's cycle (2026): Starts June 7, 2026; Ends July 24, 2026; 1 week; 2027: Unconfirmed — check official site
    Format
    In person
    Location
    Clemson, SC
    Stipend or pay
    Unconfirmed — check official site

    Eligibility: Grades 9–12 (provider uses rising grades)

    Maximum age 17

    Housing: Residential. Supervision and housing details: Unconfirmed — check official site

    Financial aid:
    Read aid terms and conditions

    Last year's cycle (2026): Early-bird discount when registered and paid in full by March 2, 2026: $150; Do Something Big need-based scholarship: Up to $600. For registered campers who demonstrate financial need.; 2027: Unconfirmed — check official site

    Full details and official sources

    Expenses and aid conditions: Last year's cycle (2026): Registration deposit (applied to tuition): $200. Non-refundable once enrollment is approved.; Early-bird discount when registered and paid in full by March 2, 2026: $150; Airport shuttle to and from GSP, each way: $100; Do Something Big need-based scholarship: Up to $600. For registered campers who demonstrate financial need.; 2027: Unconfirmed — check official site

    Full eligibility requirements: Maximum age 17; Requirement: Open to rising grades 9–12; Requirement: Students who turn 18 before or during their session are not eligible; Requirement: Some courses are limited to rising 10th-12th or 11th-12th graders

    Selection and application: Application materials: Letter of recommendation from a teacher, coach, counselor or tutor if weighted GPA is below 3.3

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  • Program snapshot

    Chicano Latino Youth Leadership Project

    CLYLP Statewide Leadership Conference

    CLYLP brought 120 California students to Sacramento State July 19-25, 2026 for leadership, legislative/campaign and college/career work.

    Application deadline
    Unconfirmed — check official site
    Cost
    Last year's cycle (2026): Free attendance; check separate expenses; 2027: Unconfirmed — check official site
    Session dates or duration
    Last year's cycle (2026): Starts July 19, 2026; Ends July 25, 2026; 1 week; 2027: Unconfirmed — check official site
    Format
    In person
    Location
    Sacramento, CA
    Stipend or pay
    Unconfirmed — check official site

    Eligibility: Grades 10–11 when applying; summer rising grade is one higher

    Enrolled in a California high school

    Housing: Residential. Supervision and housing details: Unconfirmed — check official site

    Financial aid: Unconfirmed — check official site
    Full details and official sources

    Expenses and aid conditions: Unconfirmed — check official site

    Full eligibility requirements: Residency: Enrolled in a California high school; Requirement: Open to students currently in grades 10–11 when applying; Requirement: Freshmen and seniors are not eligible; Requirement: Must not have attended the Statewide Leadership Conference before (students who attended a regional CLYLP institute as a sophomore may apply as a junior); Requirement: Must be able to attend the entire conference week

    Selection and application: Application materials: One online recommendation (up to two allowed)

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    • STEM

    National Audubon Society - Hog Island Audubon Camp

    Coastal Maine Bird Studies for Teens

    A six-day residential Audubon birding and conservation camp for ages 14–17; both 2026 sessions are sold out at USD 1,725, with a waitlist and scholarships available.

    Application deadline
    Unconfirmed — check official site
    Cost
    Last year's cycle (2026): $1,725; 2027: Unconfirmed — check official site
    Session dates or duration
    Catalog terms: 1 week; 2027: Unconfirmed — check official site
    Format
    In person
    Location
    Bremen, ME
    Stipend or pay
    Unconfirmed — check official site

    Eligibility: Unconfirmed — check official site

    Ages 14–17

    Housing: Residential. Supervision and housing details: Unconfirmed — check official site

    Selection: Both 2026 sessions filled and moved to a waitlist; Audubon does not publish seats, applicants, or an acceptance rate.

    Financial aid:
    Read aid terms and conditions

    Last year's cycle (2026): Maine resident discount: $150. 2026 in-state discount after confirming Maine residency.; Hog Island and local bird-club scholarships: Amount: Unconfirmed — check official site. Multiple opportunities exist with sponsor-specific geography, amounts, deadlines, references, and obligations; no universal award is guaranteed.; 2027: Unconfirmed — check official site

    Full details and official sources

    Expenses and aid conditions: Last year's cycle (2026): Optional Portland airport shuttle: $100. Round trip between Portland International Jetport and camp under specified flight windows; airfare and airline unaccompanied-minor fees are separate.; Maine resident discount: $150. 2026 in-state discount after confirming Maine residency.; Hog Island and local bird-club scholarships: Amount: Unconfirmed — check official site. Multiple opportunities exist with sponsor-specific geography, amounts, deadlines, references, and obligations; no universal award is guaranteed.; 2027: Unconfirmed — check official site

    Full eligibility requirements: Ages 14–17; Requirement: Campers must agree to the Camper Guidelines and Cancellation Policy before registering

    Selection and application: Selection: Both 2026 sessions filled and moved to a waitlist; Audubon does not publish seats, applicants, or an acceptance rate.

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    • Pre-college

    EAB / Appily / College Greenlight

    College Greenlight Free and Low-Cost Pre-College Summer Programs

    An active 2026 Appily/College Greenlight discovery directory for counselors and access advocates—not one virtual program, application, deadline, or credential.

    Application deadline
    Unconfirmed — check official site
    Cost
    Unconfirmed — check official site
    Session dates or duration
    Unconfirmed — check official site
    Format
    Online
    Location
    Directory covers programs across many U.S. states plus an international section
    Stipend or pay
    Unconfirmed — check official site

    Eligibility: Unconfirmed — check official site

    Housing: Unconfirmed — check official site

    Selection: Not applicable at directory level; selectivity varies by listed program.

    Financial aid: Unconfirmed — check official site
    Full details and official sources

    Expenses and aid conditions: Unconfirmed — check official site

    Full eligibility requirements: Requirement: Use each listed provider's official site to verify eligibility before applying

    Selection and application: Selection: Not applicable at directory level; selectivity varies by listed program.

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    • Pre-college

    University of Delaware Undergraduate Admissions

    College Readiness Scholars Institute (CRSI)

    Free residential college preparation and school-year sessions for eligible Delaware students entering grades 9–12. The 2027 application is open; April 15 is a priority milestone.

    Application deadline
    April 15, 2027 (2027 cycle)
    Cost
    Free attendance; check separate expenses (2027 cycle)
    Session dates or duration
    Starts June 21, 2027; Ends July 2, 2027; 1–2 weeks (2027 cycle)
    Format
    In person
    Location
    Newark, DE
    Stipend or pay
    Unconfirmed — check official site

    Eligibility: Grades 9–12 (provider uses rising grades)

    Delaware resident; Must be a first-generation college student (first in the immediate family to attend college) or low-income (qualifies for free or reduced lunch)

    Housing: Residential. Supervision and housing details: Unconfirmed — check official site

    Financial aid: Unconfirmed — check official site
    Full details and official sources

    Expenses and aid conditions: Unconfirmed — check official site

    Full eligibility requirements: Residency: Delaware resident; Requirement: Open to rising grades 9–12; Requirement: Cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher; Requirement: Must be a first-generation college student (first in the immediate family to attend college) or low-income (qualifies for free or reduced lunch); Requirement: Must attend an orientation session in May or early June before the program; Requirement: Must participate full time, with no outside activities such as sports, jobs or internships during the program

    Selection and application: Application materials: Recommendation form (sent to a teacher, counselor, mentor or coach after the application is submitted); 30-60 second video essay (provided after the application is submitted)

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    • Pre-college

    Colorado College

    Colorado College Summer Pre-College Program

    A July 11–28, 2027 residential, for-credit Block Plan program for rising juniors and seniors; the application opens in December 2026, with prices and courses pending.

    Application deadline
    Unconfirmed — check official site
    Cost
    Last year's cycle (2026): $5,000–$6,500; 2027: Unconfirmed — check official site
    Session dates or duration
    Starts July 11, 2027; Ends July 28, 2027; 2.5 weeks (2027 cycle)
    Format
    In person
    Location
    Colorado Springs, CO
    Stipend or pay
    Unconfirmed — check official site

    Eligibility: Grades 11–12 (provider uses rising grades)

    International students must enroll in at least 1.00 CC credits, including the GS103 companion course

    Housing: Residential. Supervision and housing details: Unconfirmed — check official site

    Selection: 2027 capacity and selection criteria are not posted. The 2026 program reached capacity.

    Financial aid: Last year's cycle (2026): Need-based financial aid (limited): Amount: Unconfirmed — check official site; 2027: Unconfirmed — check official site
    Full details and official sources

    Expenses and aid conditions: Last year's cycle (2026): Program fee: $200; Room allowance: $1,000; Board (meal) allowance: $850. Includes a mandatory $110 facilities fee; Books and supplies: $200; Personal/travel (international students): $2,000; Health insurance (international students): $300; Need-based financial aid (limited): Amount: Unconfirmed — check official site; 2027: Unconfirmed — check official site

    Full eligibility requirements: Requirement: Open to rising grades 11–12; Requirement: International students must demonstrate English proficiency (recommended TOEFL iBT 100+, PTE Academic 68+ or IELTS 7.0+, or a school certification of English proficiency); Requirement: International students must enroll in at least 1.00 CC credits, including the GS103 companion course

    Selection and application: Selection: 2027 capacity and selection criteria are not posted. The 2026 program reached capacity. Application materials: Most recent 2026 form required a 300-word statement, transcript, and one counselor recommendation

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    • STEM
    • Pre-college

    Columbia Climate School

    Columbia Climate School Pre-College Programs

    Columbia Climate School's pre-college family includes a residential Vermont summer program and virtual workshops; no next session is currently announced.

    Application deadline
    Unconfirmed — check official site
    Cost
    Last year's cycle (2026): $7,290; 2027: Unconfirmed — check official site
    Session dates or duration
    Last year's cycle (2026): Starts July 5, 2026; Ends July 17, 2026; 2 weeks; 2027: Unconfirmed — check official site
    Format
    In person / Online
    Location
    Castleton, VT
    Stipend or pay
    Unconfirmed — check official site

    Eligibility: Grades 9–12; Grade timing: Unconfirmed — check official site

    Housing: Residential. Supervision and housing details: Unconfirmed — check official site

    Selection: The Green Mountains application is selective and was reviewed on a rolling basis until capacity.

    Financial aid: Unconfirmed — check official site
    Full details and official sources

    Expenses and aid conditions: Unconfirmed — check official site

    Full eligibility requirements: Requirement: Open to grades 9–12; Requirement: Rising 9th graders are also eligible for the Green Mountains summer program

    Selection and application: Selection: The Green Mountains application is selective and was reviewed on a rolling basis until capacity. Application materials: Personal statement of no more than 300 words

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    Columbia University School of Professional Studies

    Columbia SPS Pre-College Business, Finance & Economics Courses

    Columbia SPS offers noncredit pre-college business and finance courses online and in New York; Fall 2026 applications close September 11.

    Application deadline
    February 1, 2027 (2027 cycle)
    Cost
    $2,868–$12,838 (2027 cycle)
    Session dates or duration
    Starts June 21, 2027; Ends August 6, 2027; 1–3 weeks (2027 cycle)
    Format
    In person / Online
    Location
    New York, NY
    Stipend or pay
    Unconfirmed — check official site

    Eligibility: Grades 8–12 when applying; check the provider's rules for graduating seniors

    NYC Residential Summer students must be at least 15 and, if 15, turn 16 by December 31 of the program year

    Housing: Residential. Supervision and housing details: Unconfirmed — check official site

    Selection: Admission to the overall pre-college program is selective and rolling; admission does not guarantee a place in a requested course.

    Financial aid:
    Read aid terms and conditions

    Need-based scholarships (NYC Commuter or Online Summer, one course): Amount: Unconfirmed — check official site. Awards equal 25%-50% of the program or course cost; for permanent residents in the US or its five major territories. (2027 cycle)

    Full details and official sources

    Expenses and aid conditions: Nonrefundable application fee: $80–$95. Columbia quotes the fee as $80 in its program cost and application materials sections and as $95.00 in its application fee section.; Non-refundable enrollment deposit (credited toward the program cost): $1,000–$3,500. $3,500 residential, $2,000 commuter 3-week, $1,000 for 1-week commuter and online sessions.; Course fee for The Business of Sports: Marketing the Game (3-week in-person): $100. Most courses also need about $50 for books and field trips.; Need-based scholarships (NYC Commuter or Online Summer, one course): Amount: Unconfirmed — check official site. Awards equal 25%-50% of the program or course cost; for permanent residents in the US or its five major territories. (2027 cycle)

    Full eligibility requirements: Requirement: Open to students currently in grades 8–12 when applying; Requirement: Summer programs take rising 9th graders through current 12th graders, domestic and international; Requirement: NYC Residential Summer students must be at least 15 and, if 15, turn 16 by December 31 of the program year; Requirement: English proficiency equivalent to 90+ on the internet-based TOEFL or 6.5+ on the IELTS

    Selection and application: Selection: Admission to the overall pre-college program is selective and rolling; admission does not guarantee a place in a requested course. Application materials: Teacher recommendation; School counselor/administrator recommendation (NYC Residential and NYC Commuter Summer)

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    • Pre-college

    Columbia University School of Professional Studies

    Columbia University Pre-College Programs

    Columbia's umbrella of noncredit high-school courses; the currently open fall 2026 option is a seven-weekend synchronous online program for grades 9-12.

    Application deadline
    February 1, 2027 (2027 cycle)
    Cost
    $2,868–$12,838 (2027 cycle)
    Session dates or duration
    Starts June 21, 2027; Ends August 6, 2027; 1–3 weeks (2027 cycle)
    Format
    In person / Online
    Location
    New York, NY
    Stipend or pay
    Unconfirmed — check official site

    Eligibility: Grades 8–12 when applying; check the provider's rules for graduating seniors

    NYC Residential Summer students must be at least 15 and, if 15, turn 16 by December 31 of the program year

    Housing: Residential. Supervision and housing details: Unconfirmed — check official site

    Selection: Holistic admission seeks academically exceptional, curious, motivated, and mature students. Columbia publishes no current applicant or admit rate and no fixed GPA minimum.

    Financial aid:
    Read aid terms and conditions

    Need-based scholarships (NYC Commuter or Online Summer, one course): Amount: Unconfirmed — check official site. Awards equal 25%-50% of the program or course cost; for permanent residents in the US or its five major territories. (2027 cycle)

    Full details and official sources

    Expenses and aid conditions: Nonrefundable application fee: $80–$95. Columbia quotes the fee as $80 in its program cost and application materials sections and as $95.00 in its application fee section.; Non-refundable enrollment deposit (credited toward the program cost): $1,000–$3,500. $3,500 residential, $2,000 commuter 3-week, $1,000 for 1-week commuter and online sessions.; Course-specific fees for some in-person courses: $50–$200. Only for listed courses; most courses also need about $50 for books and field trips.; Need-based scholarships (NYC Commuter or Online Summer, one course): Amount: Unconfirmed — check official site. Awards equal 25%-50% of the program or course cost; for permanent residents in the US or its five major territories. (2027 cycle)

    Full eligibility requirements: Requirement: Open to students currently in grades 8–12 when applying; Requirement: Summer programs take rising 9th graders through current 12th graders, domestic and international; Requirement: NYC Residential Summer students must be at least 15 and, if 15, turn 16 by December 31 of the program year; Requirement: English proficiency equivalent to 90+ on the internet-based TOEFL or 6.5+ on the IELTS

    Selection and application: Selection: Holistic admission seeks academically exceptional, curious, motivated, and mature students. Columbia publishes no current applicant or admit rate and no fixed GPA minimum. Application materials: Teacher recommendation; School counselor/administrator recommendation (NYC Residential and NYC Commuter Summer)

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    • Research
    • STEM

    Stony Brook University Department of Biomedical Informatics

    Computer Science and Informatics Research Experience (CSIRE)

    Selective six-week mentored computing research for U.S.-resident high-school students age 14+, offered as a Stony Brook commuter or virtual program in 2026.

    Application deadline
    Unconfirmed — check official site
    Cost
    Last year's cycle (2026): $3,900; 2027: Unconfirmed — check official site
    Session dates or duration
    Last year's cycle (2026): Starts June 29, 2026; 6 weeks; 2027: Unconfirmed — check official site
    Format
    In person / Online
    Location
    Stony Brook, NY
    Stipend or pay
    Unconfirmed — check official site

    Eligibility: Grades 9–12; Grade timing: Unconfirmed — check official site

    Minimum age 14; US

    Housing: Non-residential. Supervision and housing details: Unconfirmed — check official site

    Selection: Mentors evaluate application strength and fit to limited project capacity; each accepted student receives a mentor assignment with the offer.

    Financial aid: Unconfirmed — check official site
    Full details and official sources

    Expenses and aid conditions: Unconfirmed — check official site

    Full eligibility requirements: Minimum age 14; Residency: US; Requirement: Open to grades 9–12; Requirement: Must be 14 or older by the start of the program; Requirement: Good programming skills (Python, Java, C/C++ or other) and an understanding of computer science fundamentals; Requirement: Must be currently studying and residing in the United States; Requirement: Able to commit to the full commuter or virtual program schedule

    Selection and application: Selection: Mentors evaluate application strength and fit to limited project capacity; each accepted student receives a mentor assignment with the offer. Application materials: Essay (maximum 2 pages) on a computing or data analytics interest, programming skills and past projects; Teacher recommendation letter (science, math or computer science)

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Use the concrete checks below alongside the catalog examples. Missing acceptance rates or application details stay unconfirmed; price alone cannot establish selectivity.

Missing facts say Unconfirmed — check official site. A past session does not establish 2027 availability. Format and location can change between cycles.

Frequently asked questions

Are these programs confirmed for summer 2027?

These are existing catalog programs to research for 2027. Inclusion does not confirm a 2027 session or open applications. The cycle label matters: a 2027-cycle application deadline can fall in 2026. Dates explicitly labeled as the 2026 cycle are historical; missing next-cycle details remain unconfirmed.

How should I compare program costs and formats?

Compare tuition, application fees, housing, meals and travel, then check whether attendance is online, on campus or hybrid. A free tuition offer may leave other expenses. Unknown fields say Unconfirmed — check official site.

Can a program pay to appear first?

No paid placements. Listings are ranked by fit, never by payment. Here, fit means matching the filters you choose. Matching listings default to name order; you can sort by recorded deadline or latest source check. Use the methodology page to understand catalog standards.

How do I save a program?

Open its catalog listing and sign in to save it to your plan. You can browse these pages and official program links without signing in.