Research
Scripps Research High School Summer Internship Program (REACH)
REACH is a 7-week commuter program run by Scripps Research. Open to: high school students at least 16 years old.
- Last cycle's deadline
- March 22, 2026
- 2027 date not posted yet
- Cost
- Free with stipend
- Who can apply
- See details
- current grade when applying
- Length
- 7 weeks
- Commuter
What students do
Interns spend 40 hours a week doing lab research with a scientist mentor at Scripps Research. They also attend weekly professional development workshops and seminars and present their research at the end of the summer.
- Biomedical research
- Chemistry
- Biology
Key facts
- Run by
- Scripps Research
- Where
- La Jolla, CA (commuter)
- Who can apply
- High school students at least 16 years oldSan Diego County residents attending one of nine partner high schools, with a minimum 3.0 GPA, age 16 by the boot camp start, one year each of high school chemistry and biology, and legal eligibility to work in the U.S.
- Dates
- June 22 to August 7, 2026 (boot camp June 16 to 18)These are the 2026 dates. 2027 dates are not posted yet.
- Cost
- Free with stipendStipend: $5,040 for the seven-week summer program
- Deadline
- March 22, 2026This was last cycle’s deadline. The 2027 date is not posted yet.
What the application asks for
- Essays or short answers
- Transcript
- Teacher recommendation
- Resume or activities list
- Interview
Unofficial transcripts, a resume, contact details for two teacher references, three short-answer essays of up to 200 words each, and a virtual interview in early April.
How a mentor helps with your REACH application
- Decide whether REACH 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 REACH deadlines and requirements
A link to this page, plus our list of similar programs.
Similar programs
| Program | Where | Who can apply | Cost | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RMPUC Santa Barbara Summer Sessions | Santa Barbara, CAResidential or commuter | 10th or 11th grade (outstanding 9th graders accepted case by case) | Paid, aid available | March 8, 2027 |
| SIMRStanford University School of Medicine | Stanford, CACommuter | Current juniors and seniors as of fall 2026 (graduating classes of 2027 or 2028) | Free | Late February 2027 (the 2026 deadline was February 21, 2026) |
| SIPUC Santa Cruz | Santa Cruz, CAResidential or commuter | High school students ages 14 to 17 for the duration of the program | Paid, aid available | February 26, 2027 at 12:00 noon PST |
| SRAUC Santa Barbara Summer Sessions | Santa Barbara, CAResidential or commuter | 9th, 10th, or 11th grade | Paid, aid available | March 22, 2027 |
| SRCCaltech Center for Teaching, Learning, and Outreach | Pasadena, CACommuter | Rising 10th to 12th graders in Pasadena Unified School District high schools | Not posted | Not posted |
| UC San Diego Research ScholarsUC San Diego Division of Extended Studies | La Jolla, CAHybrid | High school students | Paid | Not posted |
Frequently asked questions
When is the REACH application deadline?
The 2027 deadline has not been posted. Last cycle's deadline was March 22, 2026, and most programs keep a similar date from year to year.
How much does REACH cost?
Free with stipend. Stipend: $5,040 for the seven-week summer program.
Who can apply to REACH?
High school students at least 16 years old. San Diego County residents attending one of nine partner high schools, with a minimum 3.0 GPA, age 16 by the boot camp start, one year each of high school chemistry and biology, and legal eligibility to work in the U.S.
What does the REACH application require?
Essays or short answers, Transcript, Teacher recommendation, Resume or activities list, Interview. Unofficial transcripts, a resume, contact details for two teacher references, three short-answer essays of up to 200 words each, and a virtual interview in early April.
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.
