Summer Research Experience in Physics

A six-week summer physics research program in the Department of Physics at IU Indianapolis for high school juniors and seniors and advanced sophomores. Students pick research topics and faculty mentors from the department's list and carry out research in June and July. Applicants need authorized working status in the U.S. and apply with a cover letter listing grades and teacher contacts plus an essay naming three research topics.

Offered by Indiana University Indianapolis Department of Physics. Research for high school students in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA. Format: In-person. Cost: Free. Grades 10–12. Deadline: rolling or not yet announced.

Fields: STEM

Key facts

Who can apply
High school students in grades 10 to 12. It takes place in person in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Cost
Free to take part.
Dates
No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Info checked October 2026.

Questions about Summer Research Experience in Physics

When is the Summer Research Experience in Physics deadline?

No date is posted for the 2026-27 cycle yet. Check the official page for when applications open.

Is Summer Research Experience in Physics free?

Yes. Summer Research Experience in Physics is free to take part in.

Who can apply to Summer Research Experience in Physics?

High school students in grades 10 to 12. It takes place in person in Indianapolis, Indiana. Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.

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