Research
SSRP (Summer Science Research Program)
SSRP is a 7-week commuter program run by The Rockefeller University (RockEDU Science Outreach). Open to: current high school juniors and seniors.
- Last cycle's deadline
- January 2, 2026, 11:59 pm
- 2027 date not posted yet
- Cost
- Free
- Who can apply
- Grades 11 to 12
- current grade when applying
- Length
- 7 weeks
- Commuter
What students do
Students work in teams of 8 to 10 with research mentors on a hands-on laboratory project for about 35 hours a week. The program ends with poster presentations.
- Biomedical research
- Laboratory research
Key facts
- Run by
- The Rockefeller University (RockEDU Science Outreach)
- Where
- New York, NY (commuter)
- Who can apply
- Current high school juniors and seniorsMust be at least 16 by the start of the program; students outside the Tri-State Area may apply but get no help with transportation, housing or visas.
- Dates
- June 22 to August 6, 2026These are the 2026 dates. 2027 dates are not posted yet.
- Cost
- Free of charge with no application feeStipend: Not guaranteed; may be awarded to students experiencing financial hardship
- Deadline
- January 2, 2026, 11:59 pm ET (letters of recommendation due January 5, 2026)This was last cycle’s deadline. The 2027 date is not posted yet.
- Selectivity
- 32 students are accepted into the SSRP cohort.
What the application asks for
- Transcript
- Teacher recommendation
- Interview
An online application, a transcript to confirm high school enrollment, a letter of recommendation, and a Zoom interview in March for finalists.
How a mentor helps with your SSRP application
- Decide whether SSRP 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 SSRP deadlines and requirements
A link to this page, plus our list of similar programs.
Similar programs
| Program | Where | Who can apply | Cost | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| SimonsSRPStony Brook University | Stony Brook, NYResidential or commuter | Current high school juniors (11th grade) | Free | February 5, 2026, 11:59 pm EST (school nomination due January 30, 2026; recommendations due February 13, 2026)Last cycle’s date |
| 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 |
| 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 SSRP application deadline?
The 2027 deadline has not been posted. Last cycle's deadline was January 2, 2026, 11:59 pm ET (letters of recommendation due January 5, 2026), and most programs keep a similar date from year to year.
How much does SSRP cost?
Free of charge with no application fee. Stipend: Not guaranteed; may be awarded to students experiencing financial hardship.
Who can apply to SSRP?
Current high school juniors and seniors. Must be at least 16 by the start of the program; students outside the Tri-State Area may apply but get no help with transportation, housing or visas.
What does the SSRP application require?
Transcript, Teacher recommendation, Interview. An online application, a transcript to confirm high school enrollment, a letter of recommendation, and a Zoom interview in March for finalists.
How hard is it to get into SSRP?
32 students are accepted into the SSRP cohort.
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.
