Appalachian STEM Academy at Oak Ridge

A fully funded two-week residential summer program in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, run by ORAU and sponsored by the Appalachian Regional Commission and Oak Ridge National Laboratory. High school students work on short research projects with ORNL and ORAU mentor scientists and present their work at a closing poster session in July. Applicants must be U.S. citizens, at least 16 by the program start date, and live in or attend school in a designated Appalachian county.

Offered by ORAU / Oak Ridge. Summer Program for high school students in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, USA. Format: In-person. Cost: Free. Grades 9–12. Deadline: 2026-12-04.

Fields: STEM, Research

Key facts

Who can apply: High school students in grades 9 to 12. It takes place in person in Oak Ridge, Tennessee.
Cost: Free to take part.
Dates: The deadline is December 4, 2026.

Info checked October 2026.

Questions about Appalachian STEM Academy at Oak Ridge

When is the Appalachian STEM Academy at Oak Ridge deadline?

The deadline is December 4, 2026.

Is Appalachian STEM Academy at Oak Ridge free?

Yes. Appalachian STEM Academy at Oak Ridge is free to take part in.

Who can apply to Appalachian STEM Academy at Oak Ridge?

High school students in grades 9 to 12. It takes place in person in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.

Official program page

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