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Young Scholars Summer STEMM Research Programs

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The Young Scholars Summer STEMM Research Program is a six-week residential research experience at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign for rising 10th through 12th grade high school students. Participants work 30-35 hours per week on faculty-led research projects across engineering, computer science, medicine, and life sciences, and present their work 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 grade students residing in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Missouri, Iowa, or Wisconsin.

Costs and support

Cost
Free
Financial aid
Program is free
Stipend
Monetary award provided (exact amount not specified)
Contact program
wyse@illinois.edu
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