Stanford SIMR

Summer medical research program at Stanford for current high school juniors and seniors who are U.S. citizens or green card holders, at least 16, and attend a U.S. high school. The program is free and favors Bay Area students; most students get no stipend, but a few need-based stipends exist.

Offered by Stanford School of Medicine. Summer Program for high school students in Stanford, California, USA. Format: In-person. Cost: Free. Grades 11–12. Deadline: rolling or not yet announced.

Fields: Medicine, Biology

Key facts

Who can apply: High school students in grades 11 to 12. It takes place in person in Stanford, California.
Cost: Free to take part.
Dates: Applications open December 18, 2026.

Info checked October 2026.

Questions about Stanford SIMR

When do applications for Stanford SIMR open?

Applications open December 18, 2026.

Is Stanford SIMR free?

Yes. Stanford SIMR is free to take part in.

Who can apply to Stanford SIMR?

High school students in grades 11 to 12. It takes place in person in Stanford, California. Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.

Official program page

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