Brain Explorer Academy
UC Irvine CNLM's flagship year-round neuroscience program for Southern California high schoolers, featuring interactive lectures from UCI neuroscientists, hands-on experiments, and lab tours over a 10-week structure.
The Brain Explorer Academy is a selective, semester-long neuroscience academy for high school students
Program Dates: February 9 - May 20, 2027
Application Deadline: October 5, 2026
How to Apply
- Submit application via online form
- Wait for admission notification by November 20, 2026
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