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UT High School Research Academy (HSRA)

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The UT High School Research Academy (HSRA) is an immersive five-week non-residential summer research program at the University of Texas at Austin. Participating high school students conduct hands-on research in active College of Natural Sciences laboratories in fields such as biochemistry, biology, environmental science, genetics, and data analytics while earning 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

Must be at least 15 years old by June 1, 2026, and a rising 10th, 11th, or 12th grader. Texas residents are prioritized.

Costs and support

Cost
$3,500
Financial aid
Need-based scholarships available (includes full tuition waiver and a stipend)
Stipend
Stipend included with need-based scholarships; otherwise not specified
Contact program
hsra@utexas.edu
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