Stanford SPLASH
Free weekend program where Stanford students teach diverse classes including biology topics.
Splash Spring 2026 will be April 11 and 12!
Splash is a program that brings students in grades 8-12 from everywhere to Stanford's campus for a two-day learning extravaganza.
Cost: $50, but free for students where this imposes a financial burden (see our fee waiver).
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