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Summer High School Research Academy (HSRA)

BiologyChemistryEnvironmental Science

The High School Research Academy (HSRA) is a five-week, hands-on, non-residential summer research program at the University of Texas at Austin. High school students conduct authentic research in College of Natural Sciences laboratories across disciplines like biochemistry, biology, environmental science, genetics, and neuroscience, while earning UT Austin college course credit.

Program details

Deadline
Mar 22, 2026
Dates
Jun 8, 2026 – Jul 15, 2026
Grade level
Grades 10–12
Program type
Research experience
Duration
5 weeks, ~15-25 hrs/week
Attendance
Commuter

Eligibility

Texas residents only (cannot accept out-of-state or international applicants). Must be 15 or older by June 1, 2026, and a rising sophomore, junior, or senior (preference for rising juniors and seniors).

Costs and support

Cost
$4,000
Financial aid
Need-based scholarships available (includes full tuition waiver and stipend)
Stipend
Not specified
Contact program
hsra@utexas.edu
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