Summer Focus
Summer Focus is an eight-week summer research internship at Washington University in St. Louis for highly motivated students from the Greater St. Louis area. Scholars are paired with mentors and tutors to conduct biomedical research and participate in courses on science communication and college preparation. The program is designed for students who have completed their junior year of high school and have a strong interest in science but limited prior research experience.
Program details
- Deadline
- Jan 25, 2027
- Dates
- May 31, 2027 – Jul 23, 2027
- Grade level
- Grade 11
- Program type
- Research experience
- Duration
- 8 weeks
- Attendance
- Not specified
Eligibility
Must be a high school student in the Greater St. Louis area (Missouri and Illinois) and must have successfully completed their junior year of high school before the program begins. Individuals from underrepresented backgrounds and under-resourced school districts are especially encouraged to apply.
Costs and support
- Cost
- Free
- Financial aid
- Program is free
- Stipend
- $4,800 total stipend
- Contact program
- ysp.summerfocus@wustl.edu
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