Biology Research Programs for High School Students
EC Finder currently lists 10 biology research programs for high school students. Of these, 7 are free to participate in and 1 offers virtual participation. Examples include CU Pre-Health Scholars Program (CUPS) – High School Track, Lawrence Livermore Labs Biotech Summer Experience, and Lindsay Wildlife Experience Teen Programs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What are biology research programs for high school students?
- Biology Research Programs for High School Students are curated extracurricular listings for high school students interested in biology. Each listing includes eligibility, cost, and deadline details where known, so you can compare options and find the right fit for your college application profile.
- Are any of these research programs free?
- Yes — 7 of the 10 research programs listed here are free to participate in.
- Can I participate virtually?
- Yes — 1 of the 10 research programs listed here offer virtual or online participation.
- Are biology research programs good for a college application?
- Yes — biology research programs are a common way for high schoolers to show sustained interest and initiative in biology on college applications.
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CU Pre-Health Scholars Program (CUPS) – High School Track
Free pathway program at the CU Anschutz Medical Campus that exposes 9th-12th grade scholars to research, STEAM, and health-care careers through workshops, mentoring, and campus visits.
Lawrence Livermore Labs Biotech Summer Experience
Two-week summer program where HS students perform molecular biology and bioinformatics experiments (PCR, cloning, gels, sequence analysis) and submit sequences to GenBank.
Lindsay Wildlife Experience Teen Programs
Service-learning programs with animal ambassadors and wildlife education.
Marine Mammal Center Youth Crew
Animal care and education volunteer program in Sausalito with approximately 120 hours of service learning.
Monterey Bay Aquarium - Teen Conservation Leaders
Volunteer program developing conservation and communication skills working at the aquarium.
Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA Junior Volunteer Program
A shelter volunteer program in Burlingame for teens ages 13-17 (13-15 must volunteer with a parent), providing direct animal-care support experience and exposure to animal welfare work.
Stanford Medicine Summer Research Program (SIMR)
Eight-week, full-time biomedical research internship at Stanford for current juniors and seniors, with placements in immunology, cancer, neuroscience, genetics, bioengineering, etc.; extremely competitive.
Stanford SPLASH
Free weekend program where Stanford students teach diverse classes including biology topics.
Stanford Tri-Valley Clinical Academy
Two-week immersive program at Stanford Health Care - Tri-Valley featuring dissections, CPR, ultrasound, and hands-on clinical skills, plus networking with clinicians.
The Godwin Ogbeide Scholarship Foundation
Scholarship for Black HS seniors pursuing STEM, requiring academic achievement, community involvement, and commitment to STEM in college.
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