A competitive summer research program at UC Santa Barbara where high school students are paired with a graduate student, postdoc or faculty mentor on an interdisciplinary research project. The 7-week, 8-unit program begins with a virtual component, followed by about six weeks on campus. It is aimed at current 10th and 11th graders, with outstanding 9th graders considered case by case, and requires a minimum 3.80 weighted GPA. Prior research experience is not required.
Offered by UC Santa Barbara. Research for high school students in Santa Barbara, California, USA. Format: In-person. Cost: Paid. Grades 10–11. Deadline: 2027-03-22.
Fields: STEM, Research, Engineering
Info checked October 2026.
Applications open December 15, 2026 and close March 22, 2027.
No. It charges tuition or a fee. Check the official page for the amount and whether financial aid is offered.
High school students in grades 10 to 11. It takes place in person in Santa Barbara, California. Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.
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