Research
Research in Science & Engineering (RISE)
RISE is a 6-week residential or commuter program run by Boston University Summer Term. Open to: current high school juniors (entering senior year).
- Application deadline
- February 3, 2027, 11:59 pm
- Cost
- Paid, aid available
- Who can apply
- Grade 11
- current grade when applying
- Length
- 6 weeks
- Residential or commuter
What students do
Internship track students spend 40 hours a week on a research project in a BU lab. Practicum track students have a daily lecture followed by group research, and both tracks end with a poster symposium.
- Science research
- Engineering
- Laboratory research
Key facts
- Run by
- Boston University Summer Term
- Where
- Boston, MA (residential or commuter)
- Who can apply
- Current high school juniors (entering senior year)Must be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident.
- Dates
- June 27 to August 6, 2027 (residential); June 28 to August 6, 2027 (commuter); pending approval
- Cost
- Summer 2026: $10,735 residential (tuition, housing, 19 meals per week and all fees) or $6,415 commuter; $75 application fee not included
- Deadline
- February 3, 2027, 11:59 pm EasternApplication opens December 17, 2026.
Official program siteOfficial application pageBoston University admissions profile
What the application asks for
- Essays or short answers
- Transcript
- Teacher recommendation
- Application fee
Three essays (300, 250 and 200 words), a full high school transcript, one recommendation from a STEM teacher, counselor or research supervisor, and a $75 application fee; test scores are optional.
How a mentor helps with your RISE application
- Decide whether RISE fits, and which similar programs to apply to alongside it.
- Work backward from the deadline so essays, recommendations, and forms are not left to the last week.
- Draft and revise the essays or short answers with one-on-one feedback.
Email me the RISE deadlines and requirements
A link to this page, plus our list of similar programs.
Similar programs
| Program | Where | Who can apply | Cost | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RSICenter for Excellence in Education, hosted at MIT | Cambridge, MA | High school juniors (seniors are not eligible) | Free | December 11, 2026, 11:59 pm |
| AEOPArmy Educational Outreach Program | Multiple locationsCommuter | Current high school students (also open to undergraduates) | Free with stipend | Varies by position; applications are always openLast cycle’s date |
| Clark ScholarsTexas Tech University | Lubbock, TXResidential | Rising high school seniors and recent high school graduates | Free with stipend | February 15, 2027, 11:59 pm CT |
| GarciaGarcia Center for Polymers at Engineered Interfaces, Stony Brook University | Stony Brook, NYResidential or commuter | High school students at least 16 years old | Paid | Not posted |
| LLPPrinceton University Science Outreach | Princeton, NJCommuter | Local New Jersey high school students age 16 or older | Free | March 15, 2026, 11:59 pm ESTLast cycle’s date |
| REACHScripps Research | La Jolla, CACommuter | High school students at least 16 years old | Free with stipend | March 22, 2026Last cycle’s date |
Frequently asked questions
When is the RISE application deadline?
The deadline is February 3, 2027, 11:59 pm Eastern. The application opens December 17, 2026.
How much does RISE cost?
Summer 2026: $10,735 residential (tuition, housing, 19 meals per week and all fees) or $6,415 commuter; $75 application fee not included. Financial aid is available.
Who can apply to RISE?
Current high school juniors (entering senior year). Must be a U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident.
What does the RISE application require?
Essays or short answers, Transcript, Teacher recommendation, Application fee. Three essays (300, 250 and 200 words), a full high school transcript, one recommendation from a STEM teacher, counselor or research supervisor, and a $75 application fee; test scores are optional.
Read from the program’s own site and last checked 2026-10-09. Programs change dates, fees, and requirements each year, so confirm on the official site before you apply. Dewey Smart is not affiliated with this program.
