Summer Neuroscience Program

A free two-week neuroscience course at The Rockefeller University in Manhattan for New York City public high school students, taught by Rockefeller graduate students. Students attend lectures, read and present a research paper, design and run their own experiment, dissect a brain and visit labs. Classes meet on weekdays in August, applicants must be at least 16, no transcripts or GPA are required, and the program covers meals and metro passes.

Offered by The Rockefeller University. Research for high school students in New York, New York, USA. Format: In-person. Cost: Free. Grades 11–12. Deadline: rolling or not yet announced.

Fields: Medicine, STEM

Key facts

Who can apply
High school students in grades 11 to 12. It takes place in person in New York, New York.
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 Neuroscience Program

When is the Summer Neuroscience Program deadline?

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

Is Summer Neuroscience Program free?

Yes. Summer Neuroscience Program is free to take part in.

Who can apply to Summer Neuroscience Program?

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

Official program page

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