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Please use this information as a planning guide of various programs and tentative application dates. If you are aware of any additional programs that we can add to our list to maximize student possibilities, please forward to conleya@asmsa.org.
** Red Highlights will be updated after they publish their Summer 2025 dates/cost. Please familiarize yourself with those programs that are available to you so you can identify your interest, know the requirements, and be ready to apply when application is published.
** Red Highlights will be updated after they publish their Summer 2025 dates/cost. Please familiarize yourself with those programs that are available to you so you can identify your interest, know the requirements, and be ready to apply when application is published.
ROLLING APPLICATIONS
Army Educational Outreach Program Internship
Program Grades: High school students
Spend your summer in a university research lab or in one of the U.S. Army Research Laboratories and Centers through this unique internship opportunity. You will experience firsthand the innovation and research that is driving the future of our country.
Rolling Applications
Program Costs: Free; educational stipend
Program Dates: Unknown
Journal of Emerging Investigators
Program Grades: High school students
Mentors can submit a student paper to this journal for mentoring and publication. All hypothesis-driven experimental research is acceptable.
Rolling Applications
Program Costs: $35 Submission Fee
Council on International Educational Exchange (CIEE) Summer Scholarships
Program Grades: 10th-12th
Apply for merit- and need-based scholarships for a variety of study-abroad programs.
Application Opens: Rolling Applications
Application Deadline: April 2027
Program Dates: Varies by program
Program Costs: Free to apply for scholarship; trips vary by location
National Ocean Sciences Bowl
Program Grades: High school students
This competition starts with a regional contest similar to a quiz bowl but with all the questions related to the study of the oceans and their environment. Winners of regional contests have the opportunity to advance to the national level contest.
Application Opens: Rolling
Application Deadline: February or March
See Dr. Lindsey Waddell for more information.
Program Grades: High school students
Attend courses to begin learning Python.
Application Opens: Rolling applications until class is full
Application Deadline: Varies by course
Program Dates: Varies by course
Program Costs: $447 per course (discount for siblings)
Program Grades: 9th-12th grade
For up to a week in the summer, study advanced engineering at Rice University, UCLA, or Emory University.
Application Opens: Receive invitation
Application Deadline: Rolling Applications
Program Dates: Varies by location and session chosen; see website for more details
Program Costs:
Residential Camp: $3,795
Commuter Camp: $1,695
SLU EXPeriential Learning Program
Program Grades: Varies
Please click on the link to view various internships, scholarships opportunities, competitions and other opportunities. Check the website for your particular interest to get more information about dates and deadlines.
Various Rolling Deadlines
Carnegie Mellon Summer Academy for Math and Science (SAMS)
Program Grades: Ages 16+; rising seniors
SAMS allows students to develop a deeper understanding of STEM via traditional classroom instruction, hands-on projects, and sustained engagement with world-renowned faculty and skilled staff mentors.
Application Opens: Rolling admissions
Application Deadline (Preferred): February 2027
Application Deadline: March 2027
Program Dates: Various sessions - June - August 2027
Program Costs: None
Program Grades: Juniors and Seniors
Put your artistic vision to the test for an opportunity to earn a scholarship to SCAD, The University for Creative Careers.
Application Opens: Rolling applications; student must apply for SCAD
Application Deadline: February 2027
Program Costs: Free
Program Grades: High school students
This scholarship is awarded to students who are able to get a piece of work (history-related) published in The Concord Review and who present academic promise.
Application Opens: Rolling admissions
Application Deadline: Deadlines to be considered for specific issues are August 1 (Winter), November 1 (Spring), February 1 (Summer) and May 1 (Fall).
Program Costs: Subscription fees vary, check website for more information.
Admission Fee (for each essay): $70
Summer Scholarships - Scholastic Art & Writing Awards
Program Grades: Teens in grades 7–11 who receive a Gold or Silver Key are eligible to apply for a SAS Scholarship
The Scholastic Award Summer scholarship program proves teenagers who have been recognized by the Scholastic Art and Writing Awards for their artwork in order for them to partake in summer art programs on a full-tuition scholarship.
Application Opens: Varies by program
Program Costs: Entry Fee: $10 per individual entry/$30 per portfolio. Fees can be waived in the online portal.
Pre-College ArtLab (PCAL)
Program Grades: Rising Sophomores to Graduating Seniors
Students can apply for PCAL and be placed in one of five studios to study and explore the topic (Animation, Ceramics, Illustration, Painting and Product Design) in Kansas City Art Institute. In addition to their chosen studios, all students will participate in sessions in other areas, including art history and life drawing.
Application Deadline: Applications are accepted until the program is full (Scholarship Consideration Deadline: March 1, 2025)
Program Dates:
Session 1: June 2027 (Animation, Ceramics, Illustration, Interdisciplinary, and Painting)
Session 2: July 2027 (Animation, Illustration, Interdisciplinary, Painting, and 2D + 3D Design)
Program Costs: $2,500 (Scholarship options available)
AUGUST PROGRAMS (In most cases, program applications open during this month)
Our Future is Science (OFIS)
Program Grades: Entering grades 10-12
Our Future Is Science (OFIS) is a virtual, near-peer Mentorship Program in its fourth year that pairs graduate STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) students with high school students, fostering a supportive and relatable mentorship dynamic.
Application Opens: August 2026
Application Deadline: September 2026
Program Dates: September 2026 to May 2027
Program Costs: Free
National Security Language Initiative for Youth (NSLI-Y): Academic Year
Program Grades: Born between August 30, 2006 - June 30, 2010
Through the NSLI-Y Academic year program, students will travel to a country of their choice for the duration of the academic school year.
Application Opens: September 2026 (Date has not been released yet).
Application Deadline: Early November 2026, (Date has not been released yet).
Program Dates: Dates not released yet; usually begins in late August or September
Program Costs: Free
Kelly Young Women's Leadership Institute
Program Grades: Sophomores and Juniors
Offers young women an introduction to business through workshops, and offers them the opportunity to design their own business case project.
Application Opens: Varies by program date.
Application Deadline: Varies by program date
Program Dates:
June 7, 2025
June 28, 2025
July 26, 2025
October 18, 2024
Program Costs: Free
Science and Engineering Apprenticeship Program (SEAP)
Program Grades: Ages 16+
The Science and Engineering Apprenticeship Program (SEAP) places high school students in Department of Navy (DoN) laboratories where they take part in real Naval research for eight weeks during the summer.
Application Opens: August 1, 2025
Application Deadline: November 1, 2025
Program Dates: Unknown
Program Costs: $4000
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS)
Program Grades: Juniors
The opportunity to participate in hands-on research at UAMS during the year (Wednesday and Friday afternoons) and in the summer. Currently, students from the Life Science Capstone apply and are selected based on merit to be placed in a laboratory researching the latest breakthroughs in molecular biology and cancer research using state-of-the art equipment and biotechnology.
Application Opens: August 10, 2025
Application Deadline: August 20, 2025
Program Dates: October 15 - July 31
See Dr. Krakowiak or Dr. Holden for more information.
CHCI NextGen Latino Leadership Program
Program Grades: Current Sophomores & Juniors
The NextGen Latino Leadership Program provides current 10th and 11th grade students the opportunity to spend a week in Washington, D.C., exploring the city, learning about the legislative process and developing their leadership skills as emerging leaders.
Application Opens: September 1, 2025
Application Deadline: January 16, 2026
Program Dates: Session 1: June 1 - 13, 2026; Session 2: June 21–27, 2026
Program Costs: Free
Program Grades: High school students
Students take a 40-question, 45-minute exam and are awarded a range of certificates. There are seven exams that students can take based on proficiency in Latin.
Application Opens: August 26, 2025
Application Deadline:
Application Deadline for Paper Exam: January 24, 2025
Application Deadline for Online Exam: February 14, 2025
Solve for Tomorrow
Program Grades: High school students
Students research and develop a project to use technology to solve a problem in their community. Students must be part of a team working with a teacher as a class, but any STEM teacher can act as a mentor.
Application Opens: August 2027
Application Deadline: October 2027
Program Grades: High school students
The Congressional App Challenge is the most prestigious prize in student computer science. Students use any programming language to design a new app. Students may register as individuals or as teams of up to four.
Application Opens: August 2026
Application Deadline: October 2026
Program Dates: The competition will launch in late Spring 2027
See Tracey Lewis for more information.
SEPTEMBER PROGRAMS (In most cases, program applications open during this month)
Junior Sciences & Humanities Symposium (JSHS)
Program Grades: High school students
JSHS invites high school students to report on the results of their original research investigations in STEM and compete for scholarships and recognition at university-held regional symposia.
Application Opens: Fall 2026
Application Deadline: February 2027
Program Dates: February 2027
See Dr. Holden or Dr. Krakowiak for more information.
The Herblock Award for Editorial Cartoon - Scholastic Art & Writing Awards
Program Grades: Grades 7–12 (ages 13 and up)
This contest allows students to create an editorial cartoon–drawing, illustration, a series of art pieces, or animated short film–that critiques the current American political climate. The Herb Block Foundation will award a scholarship worth $2,000 to the three winning students.
Application Opens: September 2025
Application Deadline: December 7, 2025
Program Costs: Entry Fee: $10 per individual entry and $30 per portfolio. Fees can be waived in the online portal.
Portfolio Scholarships - Scholastic Art & Writing Awards
Program Grades: Grades 7–12 (ages 13 and up)
The Scholastic Art and Writing Awards Portfolio Scholarships takes many different types of art mediums such as visual art, music, writing, and many others. For each student’s portfolio, they must write a personal statement that must not exceed 500 words.
Application Opens: September 2026
Application Deadline: December 2026
Program Costs: Entry Fee: $10 per individual entry and $30 per portfolio. Fees can be waived in the online portal.
Program Grades: High school students
Students are eligible to enter the contest in one of the three categories with the following submission YWA finalists and winners are also eligible for undergraduate scholarships at Bennington College.
Application Opens: September 2026
Application Deadline: November 2026
Program Costs: Free
Program Grades: Open to All Students (Limited Space)
The Interlochen Arts Camp is for students who want to study music, theatre, visual arts, creative writing, film and new media, dance, and interdisciplinary arts.
Application Opens: September 2026
Application Deadline: Priority deadline: January 2027
They will accept applications following the deadline until program enrollment is full.
Program Dates: Program Dates vary depending on how the length of stay. The dates are generally between range of June - August.
Program Costs: Costs vary depending on length of stay (ranging from one to six weeks). Check the website for more details. Financial aid is available in some cases.
Program Grades: Seniors
Students can apply for a scholarship. They must be able to attend the Award Ceremony on December 14, 2024. The application requires a 500-word essay on the topic, "What have I done to achieve my dreams?"
Application Opens: September 3, 2025
Application Deadline: October 31, 2025
Leadership Enterprise for a Diverse America (LEDA)
Program Grades: Current Juniors
LEDA offers a free five-week residential program at Princeton University that includes academic preparation for college, leadership training, college guidance support based on individual fit, SAT/ACT preparation, and a chance to experience life on a college campus.
Application Opens: September 2026
Application Deadline: December 2026
Program Dates: TBA
Program Costs: Free
National Honors Society (NHS) Scholarship
Program Grades: Seniors
Students can apply for a scholarship.
Application Opens: September 2026
Application Deadline: November 2026
NYU Collegiate Seminar Program
Program Grades: Juniors
The NYU Collegiate Seminar Program offers high school juniors the opportunity to experience college-level classes at a top-tier research university. Selected students will participate in one or more two-hour seminar-style classes taught by leading NYU faculty in a variety of academic subjects.
Application Opens: September 2026
Application Deadline:
Deadline for Nomination: October 2026
Final Application Deadline: November 2026
Program Dates: Varies by program
Program Costs: Free
NCTE National Writing Award: The Humanities and a Freer Tomorrow
Program Grades: Juniors & Seniors
Students can apply for a writing award based on the 2023 Jefferson Lecture. Submissions have to answer the prompt given in a specific structure specified on the website. The top five will have the opportunity for excerpts to be published by NCTE.
Application Opens: September 2026
Application Deadline: October 2026
OCTOBER PROGRAMS (In most cases, program applications open during this month)
Program Grades: High school students
Delve into captivating subjects spanning Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Computer Science, and Aerospace led by distinguished researchers and students from Stanford University, where you'll gain unique insights into the transformative impact of science and technology on our rapidly evolving world.
Application Opens: Unknown
Application Deadline:
Early Application Deadline: August 2026
Regular Application Deadline: September 2026
Late Application Deadline: November 2026
Program Dates: November - January
Program Costs: $299
Program Grades: Elementary school students through high school students
Explore different career opportunities.
Application Opens: Unknown
Application Deadline: Varies by program
Program Dates: Varies by program
Program Costs: Varies by program
Program Grades: The AMC 10 is for students in 10th grade and below and covers the high school curriculum up to 10th grade. Students in grade 12 or below and under 19.5 years of age on the day of the contest can take the AMC 12.
These tests are designed for students in the 10th or 12th grade. Students scoring highly on the AMC 12 can advance and take the AIME exam for a chance to be part of the US Math Olympiad.
Application Opens: Unknown
Application Deadline:
AMC 10/12 Regular Registration Deadline: October 2026
AMC 10/12 Regular Registration Deadline: October 2026
Program Dates:
AMC 10/12 A Competition Date: November 2026
AMC 10/12 B Competition Date: November 2026
Contact any math teacher if you're interested in competing.
Research Science Institute (RSI)
Program Grades: Rising Seniors
The RSI (Research Science Institute) is a cost-free, summer science & engineering program that combines on-campus work in scientific theory with off-campus work in science and technology research.
Application Opens: October 2026
Application Deadline: December 2026
Program Dates: June - August 2027
Program Costs: Free
See Dr. Monson for more information.
Program Grades: High school students & up
The Academy for Public Service was created to create a new class of leaders that are focused on solving problems. Having political parties is not allowed. It was created to teach civic engagement, public service leadership, ethics in public service, and to teach people how to maintain our democracy.
Application Opens: Unknown
Application Deadline: April 2027
Program Dates: May - June 2027
Program Costs: Free
Jackson Laboratory Summer Student Program
Program Grades: Seniors (Bar Harbor)
The Summer Student Program is designed for students who want to immerse themselves in genetics and genomics research. Students participate in an ongoing research program with the support of an experienced scientific mentor.
Application Opens: November 2026
Application Deadline: January 2027
Program Dates: May - August 2027
2027 Program Campuses: Jackson Laboratory in Bar Harbor, Maine & Genomic Medicine in Farmington, Connecticut
Paid Stipend: 8-week PAID internship for a 35 hour work week at a local nonprofit/charitable
organization. Must be able to participate in a week-long all expenses paid Student Leaders
Summit in Washington, DC (July 2027). Inclusive in your 8-week experience.
CBYX (Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange)
Program Grades: High school students ages 15 to 18 ½ on August 1 of the program departure year
The Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange (CBYX) scholarship is for motivated high school students who want to experience a culture and learn a language through a full immersion experience.The CBYX program additionally offers vocational and young professional scholarship opportunities; visit the Programs page to learn more. No German language study/knowledge is required to apply.
Application Opens: September 2026
Application Deadline: November 2026
Program Dates: Full academic year 2027-2028
Program Costs: Scholarship recipients are responsible for passport, visa fees (if necessary), any excess luggage tariffs, and personal spending money.
Racer Instrumental Music Academy
Program Grades: Rising freshmen to recent 12th grade graduates
Racer Instrumental Music Academy (RIMA) is a week-long summer music camp at Murray State University. Be part of a large concert band and prepare a variety of fun and challenging band literature, culminating with a final Saturday morning showcase concert.
Application Opens: October 2026
Application Deadline: May 2027
Program Dates: June 2027
Program Costs: $150 nonrefundable deposit required at registration (2027
All-State Participants can receive a $100 scholarship)
Resident Camper: $550
Commuter Camper: $450
Arkansas Tech University Creative Writing Contest Scholarship
Program Grades: Seniors
A writing contest in which six scholarships are awarded of up to $1,500. Submissions can vary from a poem, a group of poems, a short story, or a piece of dramatic writing.
Application Opens: October 2026
Application Deadline: December 2026
Program Grades: Sophomores & Juniors
HSD U.S. is an eight-day program providing 20 American students the opportunity to engage in academic and social pursuits, and forge lifelong friendships with 20 Japanese students of the same age. During the eight-day program hosted on the grounds of the University of Virginia, each American student is paired with a Japanese roommate.
Application Opens: October 2026
Application Deadline: January 2027
Program Dates: July - August 2027
Program Costs: Free except transportation; financial aide available
Program Grades: High school students
Science bowl is STEM-oriented trivia contest similar to Quiz Bowl but with only science and math topics. Regional Competition Duration January - March 2024. The Regional Competition Duration is between January and March 2024. The National Science Bowl National Event is April 25 – 29, 2024.
Application Opens: October2026
Application Deadline: December 2026
Program Dates:
Regional Competition Duration: January - March 2027
The National Science Bowl National Event is April 2027
See our Team Sponsor, Dr. Hollandsworth for more information.
Bank of America Student Leaders Program
Program Grades: Juniors and Seniors who live in the Pulaski County area
This program prepares a diverse pipeline of community-minded young students to be successful in the workforce through leadership training and work experience.
Benefits to Attending: This paid eight-week internship will connect a diverse group of more than 300 community-minded high school juniors and seniors that are united by their drive and commitment from over 100 communities to employment, skills development and service.
2026 Application Opens: NA
2026 Application Deadline: Closed
2027 Program Dates: May - August 2027 (10 weeks)
Paid Stipend: 8-week PAID internship for a 35 hour work week at a local nonprofit/charitable
organization. Must be able to participate in a week-long all expenses paid Student Leaders
Summit in Washington, DC (July 2027). Inclusive in your 8-week experience.
University of Notre Dame Leadership Seminar
Program Grades: Juniors
Leadership Seminars is a competitive, 10-day program on Notre Dame's campus for academically talented students who show impressive leadership within their communities and strong academic standing with solid extracurricular activities.
Application Opens: October 2026
Application Deadline: TBD
Program Dates: July 2027
Program Costs: Application fee waivers and aid for travel expenses are granted rarely and only in extreme circumstances.
Application Fee: $60
Enrollment Fee: $150
Program Grades: Rising Seniors
The Arkansas Governor’s School is a four-week summer residential program for upcoming high school seniors who are residents of the state of Arkansas. Students are selected on the basis of their special aptitudes in one of the nine fields: Choral Music, Development Engineering, Drama, English/Language Arts, Instrumental Music, Mathematics, Natural Science, Social Science, and Visual Arts.
Application Opens: October 2026
Application Deadline: February 2027
Program Dates: July - August 2027
Program Costs: Free
Telluride Association Summer Seminar (TASS)
Program Grades: Sophomores and Juniors
This program prepares and inspires students to lead and serve through educational experiences rooted in critical thinking and a democratic community.
Application Opens: October 2026
Application Deadline: December 2026
Program Dates: June - July 2027
Program Costs: Free
Program Grades: Seniors (The student must be a child or grandchild of a current state soybean association/ASA member)
The Soy Scholarship is a $7,000, one-time award for a senior who plans to pursue agriculture as an area of study at any accredited college or university in the 2024-25 academic year.
Application Opens: TBD
Application Deadline: TBD
See Dr. Monson for more information
NOVEMBER PROGRAMS (In most cases, program applications open during this month)
Summer Art Workshop at Murray State University
Program Grades: Rising freshmen to recent high school graduates
Summer Art Workshop is for both first-timers and experienced artists. Jump into hands-on seminars, visit galleries, and participate in fun art-related activities in the evenings. At the end of the week, family and friends are invited to see your works displayed in a gallery during our closing ceremony.
Application Opens: October 2026
Application Deadline: May 2027
Program Dates: June 2027
Program Costs: $125 nonrefundable deposit required at registration (Limited number of partial scholarships available - Applications for scholarships due by April 2026)
Resident Camper: $550
Commuter Camper: $450
Program Grades: Rising Juniors & Seniors
USSYP is an intensive week-long educational experience and scholarship sponsored by the United States Senate for outstanding high school juniors and seniors, who may qualify to apply through leadership positions they currently hold per the USSYP official criteria for the current academic year.
Application Opens: September 2026
Application Deadline: December 2026
Program Dates: March 2027
Program Costs: Free
Program Grades: 10th-12th
The Congressional Award is the United States Congress’ award for young Americans. Each level involves setting goals in four program areas; Voluntary Public Service, Personal Development, Physical Fitness, and Expedition/Exploration.
Application Opens: TBD
Application Deadline: December 2026
Program Costs: Free
Wolfram Summer Research Program
Program Grades: Ages 14-17
A project-based research opportunity for motivated high-school students to move beyond the cutting edge of computational thinking and artificial intelligence.
Application Opens: November 2026
Application Deadline:
Early Decision: January 2027
Regular Decision: April 2027
Program Dates: June - July 2027
Program Costs: $4500; financial aid available
Idyllwild Art Summer Teen Programs
Program Grades: Depends on program chosen
Engage in various enriching programs in STEM, art, film, music, and more.
Application Opens: November 2026
Application Deadline: Varies based on program
Program Dates: Depends on program chosen
Program Costs: Depends on program chosen
Program Grades: Rising Seniors
Join MITES Summer for a six-week, on-campus program that immerses students from across the country in life at MIT. This national program gives you firsthand insights into the value and reward of STEM degrees and careers, while also developing the academic and personal skills you need for success.
Application Opens: November 2026
Application Deadline: February 2026
Program Dates: Late June through Early August
Program Costs: Students only pay for transportation to and from MIT for the conference.
Program Grades: Rising Seniors
Join MITES Semester for a six-month, hybrid learning STEM and college preparation experience. This national program will take you through engaging, rigorous online courses and weekly virtual webinars, social events, workshops, and meetings with peers in the fall.
Application Opens: November 2026
Application Deadline: February 2026
Program Dates: June to December
Program Costs: Students only pay for transportation to and from MIT for the conference.
Program Grades: Rising Seniors
Summer residential program in which students get to experience engineering through hands-on classes, labs, and team-based projects.
Application Opens: November 2026
Application Deadline: January 2027
Program Dates: June - July 2027
Program Costs: Price varies depending on family income
Davidson Institute Fellows Scholarship
Program Grades: 18 or younger as of the application deadline
The scholarship is given to projects that demonstrate significant work with a chance to better society in science, technology, math, philosophy, and music. The Davidson Institute is looking for students whose projects are at, or close to, the college graduate level with a depth of knowledge in their particular area of study.
Application Opens: November 1, 2026
Application Deadline: February 2027
Wake Forest University Online Immersion Program
Program Grades: 9th-12th grade
Wake Forest's Online Immersion Program allows students to explore their interests before college.
Application Opens: November 2026
Application Deadline: No hard deadline; open until full
Program Dates: Offered throughout the year
Program Costs: $2,800 - $3,000
USC Bovard
Program Grades: Juniors
This program is designed to assist you to gain admission to top-tier universities, navigate the complex admissions and financial aid process, explore potential careers and ignite professional passions, connect occupational goals to academic pursuits, provide an immersive residential experience on USC’s campus, & learn test-taking strategies and boost their entrance exam scores.
Application Opens: November 2026
Application Deadline: January 2027
Program Dates: July 1- August 2027
Program Costs: Free
High School Summer Launch at WashU
Program Grades: Current Freshman or Sophomore
High School Summer Launch is a one-week noncredit program designed to challenge and inspire students through innovative lectures, workshops, and seminars.
Application Opens: November 2026
Application Deadline: April 2027
Program Dates: July 2027
Program Costs: $1,785 (Need-based scholarship assistance is available)
Program Grades: High school students
The National Japan Bowl is America's premier Japanese-language competition. Each spring the Japan-America Society of Washington DC welcomes 200 of the country's top high school Japanese language students to the nation's capital for the competition.
Application Opens: November 2026
Application Deadline: January 2027
Program Dates: April 2027
Program Grades: Juniors
Exceptional students participate in a leadership development program that amplifies youth voices and action. Scholars act on their passions and develop sustainable community change projects.
Application Opens: November 2026
Application Deadline: January 2027
Program Dates: The program is year-long but during June 2027 there is an all-expenses paid trip to the Aspen, Colorado Ideas Festival
Program Costs: Free
Hutton Junior Fisheries Biology Program
Program Grades: Rising juniors, seniors, and college freshmen
This is a paid, full-time summer internship program where students are matched and mentored by a fisheries and aquatic science professional in their local area to enjoy a hands-on fisheries science experience in a marine and/or freshwater setting.
Application Opens: November 2026
Application Deadline: January 2027
Program Dates: June-July (32-40 hours over 8 weeks)
Program Costs: Free
DECEMBER PROGRAMS (In most cases, program applications open during this month)
Program Grades: High school students
Civics Unplugged Programs are designed for high school aged leaders who are passionate about solving community issues and want to channel their passion into innovative action. Participants will join a global community of civic leaders, learn from leaders, and get hands-on experience with new ideas and technologies that are changing the world. Graduates get access to funding, paid opportunities, and mentorship that turns education to action.
Application Opens: December 2026
Application Deadline: Varies by program
Program Dates: Varies by program
Program Costs: Free
Neubauer Phoenix STEM Summer Scholars (Univ. of Chicago)
Program Grades: Current Juniors who are at least 15 years old
The Neubauer Phoenix STEM Summer Program offers the opportunity for a diverse cohort of outstanding high school students with an interest in STEM-related areas to be exposed to UChicago’s distinctive approach and abundant research and academic opportunities in STEM fields.
Application Opens: December 2026
Application Deadline: January 2027
Program Dates: July - August 2027
Program Costs: Free
Johns Hopkins Engineering Innovation Pre-College Programs
Program Grades: High school students and recently-graduated high school students
Take advanced engineering courses through Johns Hopkins University online or in-person at various locations in Maryland.
Application Opens: December 2026
Application Deadline: Rolling
Program Dates: Varies by program
Program Costs: Varies by program and location
Sewanee Young Writers' Conference
Program Grades: Sophomores and Juniors
The SYWC is a summer conference for high schoolers passionate about creative writing. Here in Sewanee, at the southern end of the Cumberland Plateau, you'll spend two weeks reading, cultivating your writing, and forming a community with other young writers from near and far. Course offerings: Fiction, Creative Nonfiction, Poetry, Playwriting, Songwriting.
Application Opens: December 2026
Application Deadline: March 2027 Recommendation letters are due by March 10, 2027
Program Dates: June - July 2027
Program Costs: $2,600; Financial aid available
United States Air Force Academy High School Summer Seminar
Program Grades: Juniors
Summer Seminar at the United States Air Force Academy gives students the opportunity to experience life on campus firsthand. Specially designed for high school juniors heading into their senior year, Summer Seminar allows participants to live like a U.S. Air Force Academy cadet for four days.
Application Opens: December 2026
Application Deadline: January 2027
Program Dates:
Session A: June 2027
Session B: June 2027
Session C: June 2027
Program Costs: $300
Princeton Summer Journalism Program (PJSP)
Program Grades: Juniors
The Princeton Summer Journalism Program (PSJP) offers a free, year-long college preparation and journalism program for high school juniors from limited-income backgrounds.
Application Opens: December 2026
Application Deadline: February 2027
Program Dates: July - August 2027
Program Costs: Free
Environmental Studies Summer Youth Institute
Program Grades: 10th - 12th
ESSYI focuses on the interdisciplinary nature of environmental issues and the complexity of potential solutions.
Application Opens: December 2026
Application Deadline: Rolling until full
Program Dates: July 2027
Program Costs: $3,900 plus a $500 deposit fee
MIT Beaver Works Summer Institute - Online
Program Grades: Rising Freshman to Rising Senior
BWSI teaches STEM project-based programs to help advance the engineers of tomorrow. The process to apply to attend BWSI is multi-step - students must register for online courses first - if not registered for online courses students will not be able to apply to summer portion of the program.
Application Opens: December 2026
Application Deadline: Applications processed on a rolling basis. Program must be completed by June 2027
Program Dates: February - June 2027
Program Costs: Free
Asian American Journalists Association - JCamp
Program Grades: Sophomores and Juniors
AAJA’s JCamp is a national multicultural journalism program for high school students. The six-day training camp brings together culturally diverse students from across the nation to learn from veteran journalists and leading media executives. JCamp participants will receive hands-on training and produce multiplatform news packages for the program’s news site, JCamp Live.
Application Opens: December 2026
Application Deadline: January 2027
Program Dates: July - August 2027
Program Costs: None
Stanford Institutes of Medicine Summer Research (SIMR) Program
Program Grades: Currently be juniors or seniors at the time of application
The Stanford Institutes of Medicine Summer Research Program (SIMR) is a program in which high school students from diverse backgrounds are invited to perform basic research with Stanford faculty, postdoctoral fellows, students and researchers on a medically oriented project.
Application Opens: December 2026
Application Deadline: February 2027
Program Dates: June - July 2027
Program Costs:
$40 application fee to apply. If selected to participate in the program, there is no cost for any student. All students are given a $500 minimum stipend. Stipends of $1500 and above are given on a needs-based system from special grants.
Program Grades: Depends on program
Campers have the opportunity to learn about explosives, tour a nuclear reactor, explore diverse engineering careers, create art, serve as environmentalists, travel to the edge of space, and prepare to become future STEM leaders.
Application Opens: December 2026
Application Deadline: Applications accepted until program is full
Program Dates: Varies by program
Program Costs: Varies by program
JANUARY PROGRAMS (In most cases, program applications open during this month)
Ralph D Vines Speaking Contest
Program Grades: Ages 6-19
Students recite original speeches from memory on topics such as social, economic, and industry, and compete for the best speech.
Application Opens: Unknown
Application Deadline: March 2027
Program Dates: April 2027
Program Costs: Free; all speakers receive guaranteed $50
U.S. Senate Page Program - Summer Session
Program Grades: Juniors; Ages 16-17
The Senate Page Program allows students a unique opportunity to learn about Congress while continuing with their coursework. Page responsibilities center around their work assisting Senators in the Senate Chamber when Congress is in session. Page duties consist primarily of delivery of correspondence and legislative material within the Congressional Complex.
Application Opens: January 2027
Application Deadline: March 2027
Program Dates:
First: June 2027
Second: July - August 2027
Program Costs: Free
Hispanic Scholarship Fund: Youth Leadership Institute (YLI)
Program Grades: Juniors
YLI is a free, selective college empowerment program for high-achieving Latino high school juniors, offered virtually and at top U.S. universities. It equips students with tools for college admissions, scholarships, leadership development, and professional networking through workshops and mentorship.
Application Opens: January 2026
Application Deadline: February 2027
Program Dates: Virtual Orientation: April 2027
Virtual YLI: May 2027
YLI #1 (Loyola Marymount University): June 2027
YLI #2 (University of Southern California): July 2027
Program Costs: Free
MASH Summer Enrichment Program
Program Grades: High school students
Explore the world of health careers first hand with this program, held throughout various parts of the state. See website for more information.
Application Opens: Varies by location - PLEASE CLICK LINK TO ACCESS A PROGRAM NEAR YOU!
Application Deadline: Varies by location
Program Dates: 5-12 days ranging from June 2-August 1; varies by location
Program Costs: Free
Program Grades: Ages 15-18
Students are provided with several presentations on topics, including terrorism, cybercrime, public corruption, evidence response, SWAT, and the day-to-day operations of a typical FBI office. Students also learn from special agents, intelligence analysts, and professional staff about investigative tactics that include gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and assisting with cases.
Application Opens: January 2027
Application Deadline: March 2027
Program Dates: April 2027
Program Costs: Free
Idyllwild Art Summer Teen Programs
Program Grades: Depends on program chosen
Engage in various enriching programs in STEM, art, film, music, and more.
Application Opens: January 2027
Application Deadline: Varies based on program
Program Dates: Depends on program chosen
Program Costs: Depends on program chosen
Wentworth Institute of Technology Pre-College Program
Program Grades: Varies by program
Wentworth Institute of Technology offers a variety of programs in the summer and during the school year.
Application Opens: Varies by program
Application Deadline: Varies by program
Program Dates: Varies by program
Program Costs: Varies by program
Program Grades: Sophomores and Juniors
A selective summer program that teaches student leaders to integrate economics into decision-making.
Application Opens: January 2027
Application Deadline:
Early Deadline: February 2027
Priority Deadline: March 2027
Final Deadline: April 2027
Program Dates: Varies by location
Program Costs: Financial Aid Available
Application Fee: $35
In-person Tuition: $2,000 - $2,600
Virtual Tuition: $900
Michigan Math and Science Scholars
Program Grades: Rising Sophomores, Juniors, or Seniors by the time of the program
This program is designed to offer a pre-college experience exposing students to a breadth of curricula offered at the University of Michigan while introducing high school students to current developments and research in the sciences.
Application Opens: January 2027
Application Deadline: Applications open on rolling basis until full
Program Dates:
Session 1: June - July 2027
Session 2: July 2027
Session 3: July - August 2027
Program Costs: Financial aid is limited and need-based.
Application fee: $100
Tuition: $1,300
Residential Stay: $1,100
Program Grades: 9th grade and older
Engage with current faculty and practicing pharmacists, view experiments in the lab, and interact with current students to find out what it's like to be a pharmacy student at UMKC.
Application Opens: January 2027
Application Deadline: N/A
Program Dates:
Columbia - June 2027
Springfield - June 2027
Kansas City - June 2027
Program Costs: $40
Program Grades: Be at least 14 years old & have completed 9th grade
The Program in Mathematics for Young Scientists is a six-week immersive program where participants practice the art of discovery through their intensive efforts to prove fundamental mathematical ideas.
Application Opens: January 2027
Application Deadline: March 2027
Program Dates: June- August 2027
Program Costs: Financial aid available, $6,100 for the six-week residential program (FREE for domestic students whose families make under $80,000 per year)
For Math Club Students - Faculty Contacts: Mr. Grisham and Teacher Walt.
University of Arkansas at Fayetteville - Engineering Summer Academy
Program Grades: Rising Sophomores-Seniors
This intensive summer academy provides students with the opportunity for in-depth exploration into a concept that crosses engineering disciplines.
Application Opens: January 2027
Application Deadline: Rolling admissions until spots are full
Program Dates: June 2027
Program Costs: $675 for the entire week (Need-based scholarships may be available)
See Mr. Thompson for more information.
Program Grades: High School Students
Experience hands-on learning from Harvard Medical School staff and other expert healthcare professionals. Meet nurses, physicians, researchers, and other healthcare professionals and explore various medical career pathways during MEDchats. Individual programs include MEDscienceClinical, MEDscienceLAB, MEDscienceLAB Forensics, MEDscienceDental, and MEDscienceTECH.
Application Opens: January 2027
Application Deadline: March 2027
Program Dates: Vary by program
Program Costs: Vary by program
Arkansas Children's Hospital (ACH) Junior Volunteer Program
Program Grades: Ages 14+
The ACH Junior Volunteer Program offers service opportunities for high school students (ages 14-18). Arkansas Children’s depends on volunteers to keep its promise of delivering unprecedented child health, defined and delivered.
Application Opens:
Full-Year: September 2026
Summer: February 2027
Application Deadline:
Full-Year: October 2026
Summer: April 2027
Program Dates:
Full-Year: August-April
Summer: Session One: June 2027
Session Two: July 2027
See Dr. Krakowiak or Dr. Holden for more information.
Accelerated Career Awareness Program (ACAP)
Program Grades: 10th - 12th
ACAP strives to increase the understanding of accounting and business career opportunities among high school students from underrepresented ethnic groups.
Application Opens: January 2027
Application Deadline: April 2027
Program Dates: July 2027
Program Costs: Free
Anson L. Clark Scholars Program
Program Grades: Must be at least 17 years old and a Junior or Senior
Get hands-on practical research experience with outstanding and experienced faculty at Texas Tech University.
Application Opens: January 2027
Application Deadline: February 2027
Program Dates: June - August 2027
Program Costs: Free with $750 stipend
United States Naval Academy (USNA) Summer Seminar
Program Grades: Juniors
During the six-day session, you will live in Bancroft Hall, participate in academic and leadership workshops, and experience a variety of other activities on the campus. You will have an opportunity to see firsthand what USNA has to offer through its exceptional academic, athletic, extracurricular activities and leadership training programs.
Application Opens: January 2027
Application Deadline: April 2027
Program Dates: Generally three sessions ranging from May - July
Session 1: May - June
Session 2: June
Session 3: July
Program Costs: $550
USDA - AgDiscovery Program at UAPB
Program Grades: 8th-11th Grades
AgDiscovery is a summer outreach program to help students learn about careers in animal science, veterinary medicine, agribusiness, regulatory science and plant pathology.
Application Opens: January 2027
Application Deadline: April 2027
Program Dates: June 2027
Program Costs: Free
Girls Who Code Summer Immersion Camp
Program Grades: Current 9th-11th graders girls and non-binary students
The Summer Immersion Program offers virtual, live two-week introductory and intermediate computer science courses.
Applications Open: January 2027
Application Deadline:
Early acceptance applications: February 2027
General acceptance applications: April 2027
Program Dates:
July - August 2027
Program Costs: Free
Girls Who Code Self-Paced Program
Program Grades: Current 9th-12th graders (including summer alumni and graduating seniors) girls and non-binary students
The Self-Paced Program offers flexible computer science courses for students who want to learn at their own pace and prefer not to adhere to a set schedule.
Applications Open: January 2027
Application Deadline:
Early acceptance applications: February 2027
General acceptance applications: April 2027
Program Dates: June - August 2027
Program Costs: Free
Program Grades: Ages 13 to 18
Mathcamp is an intensive 5-week-long summer program for mathematically talented high school students, designed to expose these students to the beauty of advanced mathematical ideas and to new ways of thinking.
Application Opens: January 2027
Application Deadline: February 2027
Program Dates: June - August 2027
Program Costs: The base cost for Mathcamp will be $6,600. After financial aid, the final camp fee will be between $0 and $6,600
Cross Ref w/ Teachers and top math students.
Program Grades: High school students
Badger Precollege is an immersive college-prep program that allows students in grades 9-12 to take college-level courses in an area of interest of their choosing.
Application Opens: January 2027
Application Deadline: Varies by program
Program Dates: Varies by program
Program Costs: Prices vary depending on the program, but can range from $800 to $4,300
Arkansas and the World: International Affairs Summer Camp
Program Grades: Rising 10th, 11th and 12th graders
High school students attending the summer camp participate in educational workshops and experiential learning activities that enhance their knowledge and understanding of international affairs, diplomacy, and organizations.
Application Opens: January 2027
Application Deadline: May 2027
Program Dates: July 2027
Program Costs: Free
Program Grades: 10th-12th Grades
Workshops and seminars at the University of Iowa, with the goal to study and appreciate poetry and creative writing. In addition to sharing writing and receiving criticism from teachers and peers, students also attend readings and other literary events.
Application Opens: January 2027
Application Deadline: February 2027
Program Dates:
Session 1: June 2027
Session 2: July 2027
Program Costs: Financial aid available
In-person: $2,500
Online: $500
Program Grades: High school students
Teams of from one to six students compete by submitting solutions to a list of mathematics problems. There is a ten-day window during which teams may compete choosing a start time most convenient for them. The problems range in difficulty from fairly easy to extremely challenging.
Application Opens: January 2027
Program Dates: April - May 2027
Program Costs: Free
See Mr. Grisham for more information.
National Youth Science Program
Program Grades: High school graduate between July 1, 2024 and June 30, 2026
The National Youth Science Camp is a residential science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics program designed to honor and challenge some of the nation's rising leaders and provide them with opportunities to engage with STEAM professionals and participate in exciting outdoor activities.
Application Opens: January 2027
Application Deadline: February 2027
Program Dates: July - August 2027
Program Costs: Free
FEBRUARY PROGRAMS (In most cases, program applications open during this month)
Ethics and Philosophy Summer Academy (ESPA)
Program Grades: Rising 10th-12th
EPSA is an overnight camp for students who are curious about ethics and philosophy and who like to think deeply about important questions. Participants will discuss current issues and learn to support their positions with critical ethical thinking. Students will learn to start an Ethics Bowl team at their schools.
Application Opens: February
Application Deadline: March 2027
Program Dates: June 2027
Program Costs: Free
ACLU National Advocacy Institute
Program Grades: Ages 15-18
High school students will spend a week in D.C. with the ACLU, learning about civil rights, advocacy, and political action. They’ll engage with experts, participate in real-world activism, and gain tools to create change in their communities.
Application Opens: January/February
Application Deadline:
Early Decision: March 2027
Regular Decision: April 2027
Program Dates:
July 2027
Program Costs: $2700
United Planet Global Citizen Leadership Program
Program Grades: Ages 16+
The Global Citizen Leader Internship Program is an extraordinary opportunity for high school students to engage in virtual internships with social enterprises and nonprofits in over 20 countries, all from the comfort of their homes. This fully funded program not only provides valuable work experience but also offers comprehensive training in global citizen leadership.
Application Opens: Varies
Application Deadline: Varies
Program Dates: School year
Program Costs: Free
Pre-College High School Summer Scholars Program at WashU
Program Grades: Juniors
The High School Summer Scholars Program allows students to have the opportunity to enroll in courses for credit and study alongside undergraduates.
Application Opens: November 2026 - March 2027
Application Deadline:
Early Application Deadline: March 2027
Regular Application Deadline: April 2027
Program Dates: June - July 2027
Program Costs: COST VARIES PER PROGAM.. please check program cost. Need-based scholarship assistance is also available.
Additional WashU Summer Youth Programs: Check out each one for program cost and individual dates.
Arts & Sciences Programs
The application deadline for the following programs is 4:00 p.m. CT on April 2027
High School Summer Scholars Program: June - July 2027
High School Summer Institutes: Dates vary for each summer institute
High School Summer Launch: July 2027
Additional WashU Summer Youth Programs: Check out each one for program cost and individual dates.
Olin Business School Program
The application deadline for this program is 11:59 p.m. CT on March 2027
Gateway to Business: July 2027
Additional WashU Summer Youth Programs: Check out each one for program cost and individual dates.
Sam Fox School of Design & Visual Arts Programs
The application deadline for the following programs is March 2027
Architecture Discovery Program: July 2027
Portfolio Plus Program: July - August 2027
Visit our Summer Programs page for additional opportunities with Arts & Sciences, Tyson Research Center, the Division of Biology and Biomedical Sciences, WashU Sports Camps and Clinics, and WashU Rural Scholars Academy.
Program Grades: Varies by camp
University of Arkansas Fay Jones Design Camp programs provides an introduction to design professions via hands-on projects and virtual tours.
Application Opens: February 2027
Application Deadline: Varies by camp
Program Dates: Varies by camp
Program Costs: Varies by camp
Indiana University - High School Journalism Institute (HSJI)
Program Grades: Entering grades 9th-Freshman in college
The High School Journalism Institute is a summer program inviting student journalists to the IU campus for a week of skill development. Their workshops provide a chance to connect with journalism professionals, meet student journalists and award-winning advisers, and produce engaging work.
Application Opens: February 2027
Application Deadline: June 2027
Scholarship Application Deadline: April 2027
Program Dates: July Sessions
Program Costs: $515
Healthcare Education Active Learning Experience for Regional Scholars (HEALERS) Program
Program Grades: Rising juniors and seniors
This program is for students residing in Pulaski County to gain experience in a clinical setting and to learn and ask questions about a variety of medical careers directly from professionals in the field.
Application Opens: February 2027
Application Deadline: April 2027
Program Dates: June 2027
Program Costs: Free
Program Grades: Rising Juniors & Seniors
TCU Neeley Analytics Academy is a highly competitive, one-week summer residential program for high school students entering 11th or 12th grade, providing a hands-on experience with opportunities to learn and hone your skills in data analytics and market research.
Application Opens: February 2027
Application Deadline: March 2027
Program Dates: July 2027
Program Costs: $1,800; financial aid available
City of Little Rock Summer Youth Employment Opportunity (SYEO)
Program Grades: Ages 16+
The Summer Youth Employment Opportunity provides residents of the City of Little Rock between the ages of 16-21 with paid summer employment, including training, for up to six weeks during the summer months. SYEO also provides training on job readiness, career exploration, financial literacy and opportunities to continue educational and social growth.
Application Opens: February 7, 2027
Application Deadline: March 31, 2027
Program Dates: June - July (Mondays-Thursdays)
Program Costs: Free; paid $13/hour
Program Grades: Juniors
This program is a civics education program for young men. Students participate in mock government. The program is designed to offer practical instruction on the duties and responsibilities both of a citizen and of public officials.
Application Opens: February2027
Application Deadline: April 2027
Program Dates: May 2027
Program Costs: $250
Program Grades: Juniors
This program is a civics education program for young women. Students participate in mock government. The program is designed to offer practical instruction on the duties and responsibilities both of a citizen and of public officials.
Application Opens: February 2027
Application Deadline: April 2027
Program Dates: May 2027
Program Costs: $300.00
MARCH PROGRAMS (In most cases, program applications open during this month)
Program Grades: Rising juniors & seniors
A free, 4-day overnight program for building careers in healthcare.
Application Opens: March 2027
Application Deadline: April 10, 2025
Program Dates: June 11-14, 2025 (students will be on Henderson State University AND Arkansas State University campuses); June 16-18, 2025 (students will be on Arkansas State University campus)
Program Costs: Free
Program Grades: 8th-11th grade
This residential program exposes students to hands-on engineering projects, plant trips, and interaction with industry engineers.
Application Opens: March 2027
Application Deadline: May2027
Program Dates: June 2027
Program Costs: Free
St. Bernards Medical Center's Junior Volunteer Program
Program Grades: 15-18 years old
This program allows students an opportunity to work in a hospital setting where they will explore careers, gain experience, and help others.
Application Opens: March 2027
Application Deadline: April 2027
Program Dates: July 2027
Program Costs: Free
Regeneron International Science & Engineering Fair
Program Grades: High school students
Students may present work that includes no more than 12 months of continuous research, and they may not include research performed more than 18 months before the Regeneron ISEF in which they will be competing. Students qualify for ISEF by winning one of the overall awards at the WCRSF or ARSSEF.
Application Opens: Qualify by winning one of the overall awards at the WCRSF or ARSSEF
Program Dates: May 2027
See Dr. Monson for more information.
AI Robotics & Ethics AEGIS Camp
Program Grades: Rising 10th-12th grade
This University of Central Arkanas camp allows students to engage with AI and Robotics topics in popular culture through movies and short stories to understand the moral and ethical dimension of this rapidly developing technology.
Application Opens: March 2027
Application Deadline: April 2027
Program Dates: June 2027
Program Costs: Free
MIT Beaver Works Summer Institute
Program Grades: Rising Freshman to Rising Senior
BWSI teaches STEM project-based programs to help advance the engineers of tomorrow. The process to apply to attend BWSI is multi-step - students must register for online courses first - if not registered for online courses students will not be able to apply to summer portion of the program.
Application Opens:
Online Courses: December 2027
Summer Program: March 2027
Application Deadline: The online course registrations are processed on a rolling basis. To apply for the Summer Institute, students must reach the online course benchmark to be considered by March 2027.
Program Dates:
Online Courses: February - June 2027
Summer Program: July- August 2027
Program Costs:
The online prerequisite courses are free and available for all with registration.
BWSI will be charging a fee in 2025 for the Summer program, check website for more information.
AEGIS Summer Camp: Water & Wilderness
Program Grades: Rising Sophomores and Juniors
Water & Wilderness will be held at Ozark Natural Science Center (ONSC), an outdoor science education facility located deep in the Ozark Mountains where students have the opportunity for a chance to assist field scientists as they gather data and explore a variety of habitats in the Ozark Natural Division.
Application Opens: March 2027
Application Deadline: May 2027
Program Dates: July - August 2027
APRIL PROGRAMS (In most cases, program applications open during this month)
Program Grades: Juniors
Senator John Boozman’s Congressional Youth Cabinet will provide selected high school students in Arkansas with an opportunity to influence the policymaking process and better understand how Congress works.
Application Opens: August 2026
Application Deadline: September 2026
Program Dates: Two meetings during Fall and Spring
Program Costs: Free
Student Presidential Leaders Series (SPLS)
Program Grades: High school students
The Clinton Presidential Center’s Student Presidential Leaders Series (SPLS) engages high school students to develop their leadership skills, explore the importance of civic participation, and learn how to turn knowledge into action. Through this program, students will build the capacity to be leaders today and in the future. FREE
Application Opens: April 2027
Application Deadline: May 2027
Program Dates: School year
Program Costs: Free
Program Grades: High school students
Every spring, the Congressional Institute conducts a national visual art competition for high school students in order to promote and acknowledge artistic skill across the nation. The winners of this competition will have the opportunity to have their art displayed in the U.S. Capitol for one year.
Application Opens: April 2027
Application Deadline: Varies by Representative
Program Costs: $55
Program Grades: Seniors
The Explore Bowdoin Program allows students to stay with college students, attend classes, meet professors, eat in the dining halls, explore downtown Brunswick, check out student clubs and organizations, and learn about the college admissions process and financial aid along the way.
Application Opens: April 2026
Application Deadline: August 2026
Program Dates:
Explore Bowdoin 1: September 2026
Explore Bowdoin 2: October 2026
Program Costs: Free
Rising Generations Summit - Aspen Institute (RGS)
Program Grades: Ages 14-18
**The Rising Generations Summit is a one-day event focused on solutions-oriented training sessions and amplifying youth voices. If the student has identified a challenge in your neighborhood, state, or at the national level, this is an opportunity to connect with Next-Gen disrupters, build tools to influence change, and make your voice heard.
Application Opens: April 2027
Application Deadline: April 2027
Program Dates: June 2027
Program Costs: Free
Air Force Association Cyber Patriot
Program Grades: High school students
Teams of high school and middle school students take on the role of newly hired IT professionals tasked with managing the network of a small company. Teams are given a set of virtual operating systems and must find and fix cybersecurity vulnerabilities while maintaining critical services.
Application Opens: April 2027
Application Deadline: October 2027
Program Costs: $205
Arkansas Summer Research Institute (ASRI)
Program Grades: At least 16 years old (exceptions have been made for ASMSA students)
The ASRI is an amazing opportunity for high school students as well as undergraduate students who are interested in scientific research, statistical analysis, and "big data" analytics.
Application Opens: March 2027
Application Deadline: May 2027
Program Dates: May - June 2027
Program Costs: Free
MAY PROGRAMS (In most cases, program applications open during this month)
Program Grades: Rising Juniors & Seniors
Summer program focusing on the experiences of students whose gender identity has been historically underrepresented in STEM, particularly those who identify as female, non-binary, and/or gender expansive.
Application Opens: Spring 2027
Application Deadline: Late Spring 2027
Program Dates: August 2027
Program Costs: Free
JUNE PROGRAMS (In most cases, program applications open during this month)
Regeneron Science Talent Search
Program Grades: Seniors
Students can submit their completed independent research projects. Some projects require documentation of compliance with the ISEF rules. All projects require online submission of a research paper, essays, and recommendations from the project mentor, school counselor, and teachers.
Application Opens: June
Application Deadline: November
JULY PROGRAMS (In most cases, program applications open during this month)
National Young Arts Competition
Program Grades: Grades 10–12 or 15–18 years of age on December 1 of the year applying.
They accept applications related to classical music, dance, design, film, jazz, photography, theater, visual arts, voice, and writing. Award winners are offered a lifetime of artistic support and ongoing connection with a robust network of peers and mentors along with some cash prizes.
Application Opens: July
Application Deadline: October
Program Costs: Application fee: $35 (If you submit multiple applications across disciplines or categories, there is a $35 fee for each). Fees can be waived in the online portal.
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