Summer Science Research Program (SSRP)
The Rockefeller University's Summer Science Research Program (SSRP) is a team-based, mentored biomedical laboratory research program for high school juniors and seniors. SSRP scholars work on research teams guided by scientist-mentors from the Tri-Institutions (Rockefeller University, MSK, and Weill Cornell Medicine), designing research questions, conducting experiments, and presenting their findings at a final symposium.
Program details
- Deadline
- Jan 2, 2026
- Dates
- Jun 22, 2026 – Aug 6, 2026
- Grade level
- Grades 11–12
- Program type
- Research experience
- Duration
- 7 weeks (35 hours/week)
- Attendance
- Commuter
Eligibility
Must be enrolled as a high school junior or senior and at least 16 years old by program start. Students must commit full-time for the entire 7 weeks. Work performed may not be submitted to science competitions. Housing and visa assistance are not provided.
Costs and support
- Cost
- Free
- Financial aid
- Program is free
- Stipend
- Need-based stipends available for students experiencing financial hardship; all students receive an OMNY card for NYC public transit.
- Contact program
- hsresearch@rockefeller.edu
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