Research
SimonsSRP (Simons Summer Research Program)
SimonsSRP is a 6-week residential or commuter program run by Stony Brook University. Open to: current high school juniors (11th grade).
- Last cycle's deadline
- February 5, 2026, 11:59 pm
- 2027 date not posted yet
- Cost
- Free
- Who can apply
- Grade 11
- current grade when applying
- Length
- 6 weeks
- Residential or commuter
What students do
Students join a faculty research group at Stony Brook and work on a project for the summer, spending at least four hours a day with their mentor. They learn lab techniques and take part in the life of a research team.
- Science
- Math
- Engineering
- Laboratory research
Key facts
- Run by
- Stony Brook University
- Where
- Stony Brook, NY (residential or commuter)
- Who can apply
- Current high school juniors (11th grade)Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, at least 16 by the start of the program, and nominated by a school official (two nominees per school).
- Dates
- June 29 to August 7, 2026These are the 2026 dates. 2027 dates are not posted yet.
- Cost
- No tuition or fees; commuters pay their own transportation and dining, and residential students pay housing costs
- Deadline
- February 5, 2026, 11:59 pm EST (school nomination due January 30, 2026; recommendations due February 13, 2026)This was last cycle’s deadline. The 2027 date is not posted yet.Application opens 2027 application to be posted in late November 2026.
- Selectivity
- The site gives the acceptance rate as "about <5%".
Official program siteOfficial application pageStony Brook University admissions profile
What the application asks for
- Essays or short answers
- Transcript
- Teacher recommendation
- Counselor recommendation
Requires a school nomination, brief responses of 300 words or less, an unofficial transcript, and recommendations from two teachers (math or science preferred).
How a mentor helps with your SimonsSRP application
- Decide whether SimonsSRP 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 SimonsSRP 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 |
| SSRPThe Rockefeller University (RockEDU Science Outreach) | New York, NYCommuter | Current high school juniors and seniors | Free | January 2, 2026, 11:59 pm ET (letters of recommendation due January 5, 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 SimonsSRP application deadline?
The 2027 deadline has not been posted. Last cycle's deadline was February 5, 2026, 11:59 pm EST (school nomination due January 30, 2026; recommendations due February 13, 2026), and most programs keep a similar date from year to year.
How much does SimonsSRP cost?
No tuition or fees; commuters pay their own transportation and dining, and residential students pay housing costs.
Who can apply to SimonsSRP?
Current high school juniors (11th grade). Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, at least 16 by the start of the program, and nominated by a school official (two nominees per school).
What does the SimonsSRP application require?
Essays or short answers, Transcript, Teacher recommendation, Counselor recommendation. Requires a school nomination, brief responses of 300 words or less, an unofficial transcript, and recommendations from two teachers (math or science preferred).
How hard is it to get into SimonsSRP?
The site gives the acceptance rate as "about <5%".
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.
