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Young Scholars Summer STEMM Research Programs

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The Young Scholars Summer STEMM Research Programs offer high school students an authentic 6-week research experience at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Working 30-35 hours per week, participants join research teams in areas like bioengineering, neuroscience, artificial intelligence, physics, and medicine while attending professional development seminars and presenting at a final symposium.

Program details

Deadline
Mar 31, 2026
Dates
Jun 14, 2026 – Jul 31, 2026
Grade level
Grades 10–12
Program type
Research experience
Duration
6 weeks (30-35 hours/week)
Attendance
Residential

Eligibility

Open to rising 10th-12th graders residing in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Missouri, Iowa, or Wisconsin. International students are not eligible.

Costs and support

Cost
Free
Financial aid
Program is free
Stipend
Monetary award / fellowship payment provided
Contact program
wyse@illinois.edu
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