Cancer Health Engagement Summer Scholars (CHESS)
The Cancer Health Engagement Summer Scholars (CHESS) program is an 8-week summer research experience for high school students interested in cancer research and health professions. Participants work in University of Illinois Chicago (UIC) faculty labs on independent projects, attend workshops, and present their work at a research symposium. The program aims to support students from backgrounds underrepresented in the scientific workforce.
Program details
- Deadline
- Jan 11, 2027
- Dates
- Jun 14, 2027 – Aug 6, 2027
- Grade level
- Grades 10–12
- Program type
- Summer program
- Duration
- 8 weeks
- Attendance
- Commuter
Eligibility
Must be a resident of Cook County, Illinois. Must be in 10th, 11th, or 12th grade. Must be at least 16 years old on or before December 1, 2026. Prioritizes applicants from groups underrepresented in the scientific workforce.
Costs and support
- Cost
- Free
- Financial aid
- Program is free
- Stipend
- $4,000 total stipend for successful completion
- Contact program
- crtec@uic.edu
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