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Cancer Health Equity Summer Scholars (CHESS)
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The Cancer Health Equity Summer Scholars (CHESS) program at the University of Illinois Cancer Center is an eight-week summer research experience for high school students interested in cancer research and health professions. Participants work on independent research projects in UIC faculty labs, attend professional development workshops and lectures, and present their findings at a research symposium.
Program details
- Deadline
- Deadline unconfirmed
- Grade level
- Grades 9–12
- Program type
- Research experience
- Duration
- 8 weeks
- Attendance
- Commuter
Eligibility
High school students, specifically seeking applicants from groups underrepresented in the scientific workforce (racial/ethnic, socioeconomic, and disability groups).
Costs and support
- Cost
- Free
- Financial aid
- Program is free
- Stipend
- $3,000 stipend
- Contact program
- crtec@uic.edu
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