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The Anson L. Clark Scholars Program
Clark Scholars is a 7-week residential program run by Texas Tech University. Open to: rising high school seniors and recent high school graduates.
- Application deadline
- February 15, 2027, 11:59 p
- Cost
- Free with stipend
- Who can apply
- Grades 11 to 12
- current grade when applying
- Length
- 7 weeks
- Residential
What students do
Twelve students live at Texas Tech and work one on one with faculty on a research project in fields that range from the sciences to the humanities and fine arts. The program also includes weekly seminars, discussions and field trips.
- Research
- Natural sciences
- Mathematics
- Humanities
- Fine arts
Key facts
- Run by
- Texas Tech University
- Where
- Lubbock, TX (residential)
- Who can apply
- Rising high school seniors and recent high school graduatesMust be at least 17 by the program start date and a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
- Dates
- June 20 to August 5, 2027
- Cost
- No program participation fees; on-campus room, board and weekend activities are providedStipend: $750 upon completion of a successful research project
- Deadline
- February 15, 2027, 11:59 pm CTApplication opens January 2, 2027.
- Selectivity
- The program takes twelve students each summer.
Official program siteOfficial application pageTexas Tech University admissions profile
What the application asks for
- Essays or short answers
- Transcript
- Teacher recommendation
- Test scores
- Resume or activities list
- Application fee
Short essays, uploaded transcripts, test scores with a score report, a top five activities list, three recommendations (at least two from teachers), and a $25 application fee.
How a mentor helps with your Clark Scholars application
- Decide whether Clark Scholars 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 Clark Scholars deadlines and requirements
A link to this page, plus our list of similar programs.
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| RISEBoston University Summer Term | Boston, MAResidential or commuter | Current high school juniors (entering senior year) | Paid, aid available | February 3, 2027, 11:59 pm Eastern |
Frequently asked questions
When is the Clark Scholars application deadline?
The deadline is February 15, 2027, 11:59 pm CT. The application opens January 2, 2027.
How much does Clark Scholars cost?
No program participation fees; on-campus room, board and weekend activities are provided. Stipend: $750 upon completion of a successful research project.
Who can apply to Clark Scholars?
Rising high school seniors and recent high school graduates. Must be at least 17 by the program start date and a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
What does the Clark Scholars application require?
Essays or short answers, Transcript, Teacher recommendation, Test scores, Resume or activities list, Application fee. Short essays, uploaded transcripts, test scores with a score report, a top five activities list, three recommendations (at least two from teachers), and a $25 application fee.
How hard is it to get into Clark Scholars?
The program takes twelve students each summer.
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.
