Summer 2027 For high school students

STEM summer programs for high school students in 2027

Compare the subject and level before choosing a science, coding or engineering program. A broad STEM label can cover introductory classes and advanced laboratory work.

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Program factsClark Scholars ProgramRemoveMultiCare Academy for Students in Healthcare (M.A.S.H. Camp)RemoveSimons Summer Research ProgramRemove
Application deadlineFebruary 15, 2027 (2027 cycle)Unconfirmed — check official siteFebruary 5, 2027 (2027 cycle)
CostUnconfirmed — check official siteCatalog terms: Free attendance; check separate expenses; 2027: Unconfirmed — check official siteCatalog terms: Free attendance; check separate expenses; 2027: Unconfirmed — check official site
Financial aidUnconfirmed — check official siteUnconfirmed — check official siteUnconfirmed — check official site
Expenses and aid conditionsLast year's cycle (2026): Application fee: $25; On-campus room and board and meals: $0. Provided by the program.; 2027: Unconfirmed — check official siteUnconfirmed — check official siteCatalog terms: Application fee (nonrefundable): $75. Fee waivers are available for students experiencing financial hardship.; 2027: Unconfirmed — check official site
Stipend or payLast year's cycle (2026): Stipend on completion of a successful research project report: $750; 2027: Unconfirmed — check official siteUnconfirmed — check official siteUnconfirmed — check official site
EligibilityGrade 12 and first-year college (provider uses rising grades)Grades 10–12 when applying; check the provider's rules for graduating seniorsGrade 11 when applying; summer rising grade is one higher
Additional eligibilityMinimum 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 programResidency: Puget Sound camp: primary residence in Pierce, south King, Kitsap or north Thurston counties; Residency: Yakima camp: primary residence in Yakima County; Requirement: Open to students currently in grades 10–12 when applying; Requirement: Has not attended M.A.S.H. Camp before; Requirement: Interest in healthcare professions such as nursing, physical therapy, pharmacy or another healthcare field; Requirement: Required vaccinations and a tuberculosis test before campMinimum age 16; Citizenship: U.S. citizen or permanent resident; Requirement: Open to students currently in grade 11 when applying; Requirement: At least 16 years old by the start of the program
Session dates or durationStarts June 20, 2027; Ends August 5, 2027; 7 weeks (2027 cycle)Catalog terms: 1 week; 2027: Unconfirmed — check official siteStarts June 28, 2027; Ends August 6, 2027; 6 weeks (2027 cycle)
FormatIn personIn personIn person
Housing and supervisionResidential. Supervision and housing details: Unconfirmed — check official siteNon-residential. Supervision and housing details: Unconfirmed — check official siteResidential. Supervision and housing details: Unconfirmed — check official site
LocationLubbock, TXSpokane, Yakima, WAStony Brook, NY
Selection and applicationApplication materials: Short essays; Three recommendations via online questionnaire, at least two from teachersSelection: Competitive regional selection; official current applicant and seat counts are not published in the accessible notice. Application materials: Three required essays (150-250 words each) and one optional essayApplication materials: Two teacher recommendations (math or science teachers preferred)
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    • Research
    • STEM

    Case Comprehensive Cancer Center, Case Western Reserve University

    Youth Engaged in Science (YES)

    A seven-week, 35-hour-per-week mentored cancer-research experience for Cleveland-area high-school students, with a USD 2,500 stipend; Summer 2027 applications are not yet posted.

    Application deadline
    Unconfirmed — check official site
    Cost
    Unconfirmed — check official site
    Session dates or duration
    Catalog terms: 7 weeks; 2027: Unconfirmed — check official site
    Format
    In person
    Location
    Cleveland, OH
    Stipend or pay
    Catalog terms: YES completion stipend: $2,500; 2027: Unconfirmed — check official site

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

    Minimum age 14; At least 14 years old before research activities begin

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

    Selection: Selection is required, but the current page does not publish cohort size, applicant count, or acceptance rate.

    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; Requirement: Open to grades 9–12; Requirement: Attend a Cleveland-area high school; Requirement: GPA of 3.0 or higher; Requirement: At least 14 years old before research activities begin

    Selection and application: Selection: Selection is required, but the current page does not publish cohort size, applicant count, or acceptance rate.

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  • Program snapshot
    • STEM

    Child Mind Institute

    Youth Mental Health Academy

    Paid 10-month hybrid mental-health career program for eligible Los Angeles County students ages 15-18; the 2026-27 application is closed and this cohort has no second-summer internship.

    Application deadline
    Unconfirmed — check official site
    Cost
    Unconfirmed — check official site
    Session dates or duration
    Last year's cycle (2026): Starts June 22, 2026; Ends July 23, 2026; 5 weeks; 2027: Unconfirmed — check official site
    Format
    In person / Online
    Location
    Los Angeles, California, Los Angeles County
    Stipend or pay
    Last year's cycle (2026): 2026 Summer Academy project-based-learning stipend: $0–$1,750; 2027: Unconfirmed — check official site

    Eligibility: Unconfirmed — check official site

    Ages 15–18

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

    Selection: The program has eligibility and cohort-capacity constraints, but the current source does not publish applicant count, cohort size, selection rubric, or acceptance rate.

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

    Expenses and aid conditions: Unconfirmed — check official site

    Full eligibility requirements: Ages 15–18; Requirement: Overall GPA of 2.5 or higher; Requirement: Strong interest in mental health

    Selection and application: Selection: The program has eligibility and cohort-capacity constraints, but the current source does not publish applicant count, cohort size, selection rubric, or acceptance rate.

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