Research
UC San Diego Research Scholars
UC San Diego Research Scholars is a hybrid program run by UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies. Open to: high school students.
- Last cycle's deadline
- Not posted
- 2027 date not posted yet
- Cost
- Paid
- Who can apply
- See details
- current grade when applying
- Length
- Not posted
- Hybrid
What students do
Research Scholars is a set of research courses for high school students in bioengineering, life sciences, marine science, business research, and sports medicine, plus travel programs. Students learn lab and research methods, work with faculty mentors, and present their findings.
- Bioengineering
- Life sciences
- Marine science
- Business research
- Sports medicine
Key facts
- Run by
- UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies
- Where
- La Jolla, CA (hybrid)
- Who can apply
- High school students
- Dates
- Not posted
- Cost
- Paid
- Deadline
- Not posted
Official program siteUniversity of California, San Diego admissions profile
How a mentor helps with your UC San Diego Research Scholars application
- Decide whether UC San Diego Research 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 UC San Diego Research Scholars deadlines and requirements
A link to this page, plus our list of similar programs.
Similar programs
| Program | Where | Who can apply | Cost | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| REACHScripps Research | La Jolla, CACommuter | High school students at least 16 years old | Free with stipend | March 22, 2026Last cycle’s date |
| 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 |
Frequently asked questions
When is the UC San Diego Research Scholars application deadline?
The program has not posted a deadline. Check the official site.
How much does UC San Diego Research Scholars cost?
Paid.
Who can apply to UC San Diego Research Scholars?
High school students.
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.
