Yale Summer Program in Astrophysics (YSPA)

The Yale Summer Program in Astrophysics is run by Yale's Department of Astronomy for rising high school seniors. It starts with a two-week online, self-directed study portion, followed by a four-week residential program on Yale's campus in New Haven. Students attend classes at the planetarium, learn to code and analyze data, use telescopes to gather data for research projects, and finish by writing a scientific paper. Need-based tuition aid is available.

Offered by Yale University Department of Astronomy. Summer Program for high school students in New Haven, Connecticut, USA. Format: Hybrid. Cost: Paid. Grades 11–11. Deadline: rolling or not yet announced.

Fields: STEM, Research, Computer Science

Key facts

Who can apply: High school students in grade 11. It runs online and in person (New Haven, Connecticut).
Cost: Charges tuition or a fee. Check the official page for the amount and whether financial aid is offered.
Dates: Applications open January 4, 2027.

Info checked November 2026.

Questions about Yale Summer Program in Astrophysics (YSPA)

When do applications for Yale Summer Program in Astrophysics (YSPA) open?

Applications open January 4, 2027.

Is Yale Summer Program in Astrophysics (YSPA) free?

No. It charges tuition or a fee. Check the official page for the amount and whether financial aid is offered.

Who can apply to Yale Summer Program in Astrophysics (YSPA)?

High school students in grade 11. It runs online and in person (New Haven, Connecticut). Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.

Official program page

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