Research
UCSF Summer Student Research Program (SSRP)
UCSF Summer Student Research Program (SSRP) is a research run by UCSF in CA. Open to: 16 and up.
- Who can join
- 16 and up
- minimum age posted
- Status
- Opens seasonally
- Season
- Summer
- Cost
- Paid
About the program
A paid summer research program that places students with researchers and health care providers in clinics and labs. For the 2026 cohort only high school applicants were accepted.
Students work on a clinical or basic science research project with a mentor, attend weekly seminars and journal clubs, and present at a research symposium.
Key facts
- Run by
- UCSF
- Where
- CA
- Who can join
- 16 and up16 or older on June 1, 2026; high school sophomore, junior, or senior with at least one completed year of math and biology; economically, educationally, or medically disadvantaged
- Commitment
- 7 weeks, June 15 to July 31, 2026, in person
- Applications
- 2026 cycle closed; 2027 information to be posted later (as posted when checked 2026-10-13; confirm availability)
- Cost
- Paid; stipend of $3,000 for high school students
- To apply
- Online application
- Reference letter
- Essay
- Good fit for
- Pre-Med, Nursing and Health, Biology and Environmental Science
Making the most of it on a college application
- Stay long enough to take on more responsibility, such as a second year or training new volunteers.
- Keep a log of hours and a few specific moments. They become the activities list entry and, often, an essay.
- Pair it with something that shows the same interest from another side, such as a class, a competition, or a summer program.
Email me the Summer Student Research Program (SSRP) details
A link to this page, with the age rule and application window, plus similar programs.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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Frequently asked questions
How old do you have to be to join UCSF Summer Student Research Program (SSRP)?
16 and up. 16 or older on June 1, 2026; high school sophomore, junior, or senior with at least one completed year of math and biology; economically, educationally, or medically disadvantaged
How many hours does UCSF Summer Student Research Program (SSRP) require?
7 weeks, June 15 to July 31, 2026, in person
When does UCSF Summer Student Research Program (SSRP) take applications?
2026 cycle closed; 2027 information to be posted later (as posted when checked 2026-10-13; confirm availability)
What do you need to apply?
Online application, Reference letter, Essay.
Sources and method
Suggested attribution: Dewey Smart. “UCSF Summer Student Research Program (SSRP)”. https://www.deweysmart.com/opportunities/ucsf-summer-student-research-program.
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