Bobbie Cates Hicks Science and Medicine Academic Research Training (SMART) Program
The Bobbie Cates Hicks Science and Medicine Academic Research Training (SMART) Program allows high school seniors to earn science credit while participating in intensive biomedical research projects at LSU Health Shreveport. Students are mentored by basic sciences faculty and staff, gain experience with advanced laboratory instrumentation, and receive preparation for science competitions and future careers in medicine or research. The program includes a seven-week full-time summer component and a part-time academic year component.
Program details
- Deadline
- Feb 28, 2026
- Grade level
- Grade 12
- Program type
- Research experience
- Duration
- Seven weeks (full-time) during the summer plus two class periods per day (or minimum 10 hours weekly) during the academic year.
- Attendance
- Not specified
Eligibility
Limited to seniors who have completed biology and chemistry, and completed or are enrolled in AP courses of the aforementioned sciences or in physics. Requires an ACT score of 28 or higher (composite or science area), grades of A or B on all high school science coursework, and school documentation of exemplary attendance and behavior. Must be a candidate for graduation in May 2027.
Costs and support
- Cost
- Not specified
- Financial aid
- Not specified
- Stipend
- Monetary compensation for the seven-week summer work period.
- Contact program
- krisclements@gmail.com
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