uchicago research opportunities for high school students

Research Opportunities

Original research is central to UChicago’s mission. Over 80 percent of undergraduate students choose to engage in research, and many more gain hands-on experience through internships, externships, student activities, and course practicums.

Opportunities abound

UChicago students have access to over  160 research centers and committees , six libraries within the  University of Chicago Library system  with over 12 million volumes, three museums (including the  Institute for the Study of Ancient Cultures, West Asia & North Africa ), nearly 60 opportunities for study abroad, and built-in mentoring, advising, and other support. The University receives hundreds of millions of dollars in sponsored research awards annually, and undergraduates take part in projects that shape the way we understand and interact with the world. 

RESOURCES FOR RESEARCH

Any student at UChicago who chooses to can get involved in research in a huge range of disciplines, starting their first year on campus. Guidance and support are provided by the College Center for Research and Fellowships , and funding is available through paid research positions and an abundance of grants and fellowships offered by departments, the Study Abroad office , and numerous other sources.

LABS, CENTERS, AND INSTITUTES

The University of Chicago is one of only two universities in the nation to manage two U.S. Department of Energy National Labs— Argonne National Laboratory  and  Fermilab —and has a deep affiliation with the  Marine Biological Laboratory  in Woods Hole, MA. Other institutes fostering research and hosting events include the  Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering , the Institute of Politics , the  Institute for Biophysical Dynamics , the  Urban Education Institute , and the  Enrico Fermi Institute . 

Other centers include the  Pozen Family Center for Human Rights , the  Center for the Study of Race, Politics, and Culture , the  Martin Marty Center for the Advanced Study of Religion .

Most of these labs and centers are right on campus, as is another major host of student research and practical experience, the University of Chicago Medical Center . However, some STEM students also choose to combine research with a travel experience - whether that's spending Fall Quarter at the Marine Biological Laboratory  in Massachusetts, or Spring Quarter  in Paris to study Astronomy . 

Learn more about research opportunities at UChicago .

Summer Research Opportunities

• Affiliated Institutions
• Faculty Honors & Awards
• Research and Training
• Summer Research
• CDMB Postbac Program

The University of Chicago offers a wide variety of opportunities for undergraduate students to obtain research experience. If you think you may want to pursue further education in science, or you just want to learn more about how science is done, please consider applying to one of our programs. Here is a full list of BSD Pathway Programs for high school, college and graduate students as well as postdocs .

If you would like to pursue research at UChicago as a non-degree visiting student (NDVS), please see the  Non-Degree Visiting Students  page.

REU in Molecular Genetics and Cell Biology

The Department of Molecular Genetics and Cell Biology at the University of Chicago is at the forefront of research in molecular mechanisms underlying cell biology and organismal development. Current faculty work on fundamental problems in biology using a wide range of model systems including viruses, bacteria, protozoa, fungi, plants, nematode worms, fruit flies, fish and mice. With funding from the National Science Foundation, the Department offers an exciting opportunity for talented undergraduates to acquire experience in research. This program is designed for students who are interested in attending graduate school and pursuing a career in science. MGCB Summer Internships allow students to devote themselves to research projects, working in collaboration with graduate students or postdoctoral fellows, to address important problems in biology.

Biological Sciences Collegiate Division Summer Fellowship Program

Biological Sciences Collegiate Division summer fellowships are available for registered first and second year Biological Sciences undergraduate students interested in conducting research during the summer in a University of Chicago campus laboratory.  

Argonne National Laboratory

Mission: Argonne integrates world-class science, engineering, user facilities to deliver innovative research and technologies.  We create new knowledge that addresses the scientific and societal needs of our nation.

Leadership Alliance

The Leadership Alliance's Summer Research Early Identification Program (SR-EIP) offers undergraduates interested in pursuing a PhD or MD/PhD the opportunity to work for eight to ten weeks under the guidance of a faculty or research mentor at the University of Chicago.

Please contact Victoria Flores , Associate Director, Office of the Provost, for more information.

Graduate Summer Research Program

The BSD Graduate Summer Research Program is designed to introduce incoming graduate students in the BSD to the responsibilities and opportunities for graduate students at the University of Chicago before the start of the rigorous academic year.  The primary focus will be on lab research supported by an informal schedule of journal-club like meetings where other aspects of graduate study are introduced.

Contact your graduate program administrator for more information.

Deadline:  April 17

Summer Pathway Programs

The University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine is home to a variety of pathway programs that prepare and inspire talented high school and college students to pursue careers in medicine and in health-related research.

Program Outcomes PSOMER and CAMP participants have gone on to attend medical school at institutions such as: Baylor University, Emory University, Indiana University, Loyola University, Meharry Medical College, The University of Chicago, University of Alabama at Birmingham, University of Illinois at Chicago, University of Miami, University of Pennsylvania, Wright State University.

Program Contacts Nikeela Davis , Health Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Administrator

We are currently planning to have CAMP and PSOMER in person for summer 2024. Please note that this is subject to change based on guidance of the IL Department of Public Health and the advice of our own UCM experts in epidemiology and infectious diseases.

Chicago Academic Medicine Program (CAMP)  is an eight-week research, education, and mentoring experience for students who are rising juniors and seniors in college. Students participate in either basic science or clinical research projects during the program, which concludes with a research presentation forum.

Eligibility and Prerequisites Applicants must be US citizens or have Permanent Resident status. The program seeks students who come from disadvantaged backgrounds and/or who represent groups that are known to be underrepresented in health-related sciences and medicine. Ideal candidates should -

• Be a rising junior or senior
• Have successfully completed a collegiate-level biology, chemistry, and/or physics course;
• Have exposure to clinical or basic research in the sciences;
• Have a firm interest in medicine and healthcare; and
• Be in excellent academic standing at their home institution

Program Structure Students will create mentor relationships with faculty, clinical lab staff, and medical school administrators; be engaged during weekly cluster group meetings; hone and improve research and presentation skills; and receive pre-medical advising and MCAT preparation.

Program Dates

• Program dates: Monday, June 10, 2024 - Monday, August 5, 2024
• Application dates: Monday, November 20, 2023 – Monday, January 29, 2024 

Program Information

• Location: Hyde Park campus in Chicago, IL
• Academic credit: Not provided.
• Daily transportation: We will provide a Ventra card with $100 credit on the first day of the program to access CTA. The University provides free daytime shuttle service around the campus areas and portions of the neighboring communities. To ride shuttles, all passengers must present their UChicago Medical Center ID.  
• Health Insurance: Not provided. Students must submit proof of health insurance for participation.
• Stipend: Students who successfully matriculate and complete the program will receive a total stipend of $3,200.
• Housing: Housing is not provided for CAMP. Participants will need to reside locally in Chicago during the program. Please keep in mind our program is in person every day and your address should be a commutable distance from our Hyde Park campus. Students are expected to secure their own housing and should report their summer address to the program administrator.

To apply to CAMP, follow the steps below

Complete applications include the following - 

• CAMP Application 2023-2024
• All letters must be on official school/organization letterhead and submitted to Nikki Davis ([email protected]) by the application deadline. 
• Official transcripts may be requested and should be sent directly by your institution.
• Housing is not provided for CAMP. Participants will need to reside locally in Chicago during the program. Please keep in mind our program is in person every day and your address should be a commutable distance from our Hyde Park campus. Students are expected to secure their own housing and should report their summer address to the program administrator. As a result, you must disclose your local address and contacts within your completed application.

Pritzker School of Medicine Experience in Research (PSOMER)  is an eight-week residential research, education, and mentoring experience at the University of Chicago. Participants in the program are rising college juniors or seniors. 

Eligibility and Prerequisites Applicants must be US citizens or have Permanent Resident status. The program seeks students who come from disadvantaged backgrounds and/or who represent groups that are known to be underrepresented in health related sciences and medicine. Due to the nature of the NIH grant that supports PSOMER, participants cannot be appointed to another NIH training award (such as a T32 or an individual F series fellowship) or supported by a federal research grant during the program period. Unfortunately, students with F1 student visa status are not eligible for PSOMER.  

Ideal candidates should -

• Be a rising junior or senior
• Have successfully completed intermediate- or advanced-level biology, chemistry, and/or physics courses;

Program Structure Students will participate in either basic science laboratories or clinical research projects throughout the duration of the program.    The program concludes with a mandatory research presentation forum at the end of the summer. Weekly cluster groups will support the laboratory research work of each participant. These groups will explore medical and research ethics, health care disparities, statistics and research tools. Students will also receive mentorship and guidance from Pritzker Medical School students and staff. This includes advising sessions with Pritzker admissions officers and social events with Pritzker and University of Chicago summer research program students. Participants will live on campus at the University of Chicago for the 8 week experience in order to foster the same sense of community and cooperative learning that exists among our medical school students. Participants will not be permitted to work part-time jobs, take any additional classes during the program, or be involved in any formal or informal MCAT or application preparation process for medical school during the program. There will be considerable lab work to conduct and out-of-lab/classwork to prepare.

• Application Deadline: Monday, January 29, 2024. Survey will close at 11:59 PM.
• Program Dates: Monday, June 10, 2024 - Monday, August 5, 2024
• Housing: Housing will be provided.
• Health Insurance: Will be provided for PSOMER students.
• Stipend: Students who successfully matriculate and complete the program will receive a total stipend of $3,200. 

To apply to PSOMER, follow the steps below

• PSOMER Application 2023-24

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Summer research, summer research experiences.

Summer undergraduate research experiences provide College students the opportunity to engage in immersive, intensive mentored research. It gives them the opportunity to explore something new or to take current research to a more advanced level.

Summer research experiences often provide an opportunity to work with a community of research scholars and to present your work. CCRF advisors are available to help College students identify relevant summer research experiences, apply for programs and funding at the University of Chicago and beyond. 

College students are encouraged to attend a CCRF Planning for Summer Research  session for further guidance on finding and preparing for summer research experiences. 

Ccrf summer research experiences.

The College Summer Institute in the Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (CSI):   The College Summer Institute in the Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences provides selected undergraduates the opportunity to undertake intensive intellectual training and research with accomplished scholars and peers at the University of Chicago. 

The University of Chicago and University of Sussex International Junior Research Associates Program: The UChicago-Sussex IJRA program provides selected College students the opportunity to participate in a summer of intensive, faculty-mentored research in the Humanities at one of the UK’s leading institutions of higher education, the  University of Sussex . As members of the IJRA program, College students in the arts and humanities will have the opportunity to undertake a fully-funded research experience as part of a dynamic community of scholars researching and living together at the University of Sussex in Brighton, UK. This program is distinct from other opportunities for UChicago Humanities undergraduates to pursue international research because it invites students into a collaborative research experience, apprenticing with and contributing to the work of a leading scholar in an international context. 

CCRF Summer Research Funding

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Summer Research Experiences at UChicago and beyond

There are a number of University of Chicago Summer Undergraduate Research Programs, including NSF Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REUs) and departmental or divisionally-supported programs. Students are encouraged to search the CCRF Research Opportunities Database for a comprehensive list of opportunities. Use the search options "UChicago Research Opportunity" and "Summer" to refine your search.

There are hundreds of summer research programs hosted at other universities that may be of interest to College students. We also include these programs in the CCRF Research Opportunities database . Many of the opportunities we list as US Research Opportunities and International Research Opportunites are summer experiences. STEM students are encouraged to search the NSF REU database for summer research experiences at other US universities. There are additional opportunities included in other databases listed on our site. 

The Fall cohort application deadline is August 25, 2024.  

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8 Summer Opportunities at UChicago for High School Students

If you’re a high school student looking for a vibrant and quirky educational summer, chances are you’ll be looking at the University of Chicago, one of the best colleges in the U.S. This blog summarizes the summer opportunities they offer for high school students

The University of Chicago (UChicago) offers two umbrella summer programs. These are Pre-College Programs and Enrichment Programs .

UChicago’s Pre-college programs are full-fledged summer programs that involve the taking of a college-level course (online or on campus). These are paid programs that generally last around 3 weeks, but can range up to 8 weeks.

UChicago Enrichment programs are week-long, selective, scholarship-based programs that are usually free of charge. These programs often cater to specific categories of identified groups and interests - so go through the entire list to see if you are eligible.

In this guide, we’ll dive deeper into each and the options available.

University of Chicago Pre-college Programs

UChicago’s pre-college programs are three to eight-week programs that offer undergraduate-level courses, workshop discussions, research projects, and other hands-on activities to high school students. This program is designed to give you a taste of university life, and educational experiences that go beyond the realm of your high school curriculum. Whether you’re looking for creative writing workshops, preview courses in STEM fields, or exploring theories of economic policy, philosophy, and free expression, they have a spectrum of opportunities.

Note: All pre-college courses vary in subject areas, location (online, in-person, hybrid) as well as cost. Check out individual program links for specific requirements.

A list of Pre-College Programs:

Summer Immersion Programs for Pre-College Students

Pre-College Summer Language Institute

Research in the Biological Sciences (RIBS)

Stones and Bones

Summer Bridge

Summer College (undergraduate courses, online)

Summer Online

UChicago’s Enrichment Programs

The Enrichment Programs at the University of Chicago are one-week courses for students that are generally free of charge. Most of these enrichment programs have been designed to tackle the diversity gap in academics. Whether it's leadership, civil discourse, or quantitative analysis of complex problems, all enrichment programs provide a window into the University of Chicago's unique culture of inquiry. My favorite part of enrichment programs is that they cover all costs of their programs , yes (even travel if you require), making them accessible to many around the world.

Note: While some of these programs are catered to serve specific groups of students, some are open to all. Make sure you check out individual program links for specific eligibility requirements!

A list of Enrichment Programs:

China Emerging Leaders

Emerging Rural Leaders I

Emerging Rural Leaders II

Latin American Phoenix Scholars

Neubauer Family Adelante Summer Scholars

Neubauer Phoenix STEM Scholars

Parrhesia Forum on Free Expression

Exploring Solutions to Global Problems: Climate, Energy & Sustainability

Police & Fire Summer Scholars

Quantum Quickstart

UWC Global Academy

Voltage Scholars

Woodson Scholars

From the two lists above, I have picked out 8 opportunities that cover a range of program structures, subject areas, scholarship access, and selectivity. Keep reading to learn more about the following programs!

From UChicago Pre-College Programs:

1. Summer Immersion Programs for Pre-College Students

2. Research in the Biological Sciences (RIBS)

3. Pre-college Summer Language Institute

From UChicago’s Enrichment Programs:

4. Neubauer Phoenix STEM Summer Program

5. Voltage Scholars

6. Police & Fire Summer Scholars

7. Emerging Rural Leaders I

8. Exploring Solutions to Global Problems: Climate, Energy & Sustainability

Keep reading to learn more about the following programs!

The Immersion programs are less selective, three-week, residential courses that give high school students a glimpse into college education. This is essentially Uchicago’s baseline, in-person summer program offering for high school students. Most students will do this program.

There are dozens of possible courses that you could take in this program - we’ve listed a few below for the 2023 summer. s a student here, you’ll experience what it’s like to live on campus and take courses at the level of UChicago undergrads. You will also get to take advantage of all of the resources that Chicago itself has to offer through field trips and campus events.

Course examples (that I found most interesting):

Biotechnology for the 21st century

Fairy tales and the construction of childhood

Communicating effectively: free expression, civic argument, and public advocacy

Confronting a political economy in crisis: examining causes, creating change

Freedom of expression and the politics of social media

To search for courses based on your grade level and academic interest, check out the course finder .

Cost, eligibility, and dates

Cost: $8,350

Eligibility: Current high school freshmen, sophomores, and juniors; at least 14 years old

Course dates:

Session 1: June 12 - June 29, 2023

Session 2: July 5 - July 21, 2023

Residential

This is an intensive four-week training program that aims to introduce students to a range of molecular biological techniques currently used in research laboratories. As a RIBS student, you will be spending most of your class time in labs, learning about lab techniques and life at the bench. At the end of the course, you will also get a chance to present your findings at a research forum.

Participants who successfully complete this course are regarded to have experience and confidence to work in a research laboratory – which can also be a great skill if you’re planning to be a STEM major in college.

Cost: $13,600

Eligibility: Current high school sophomores and juniors. Students must complete one year of high school biology by the start of the program. This course is the most rigorous of the pre-college offerings in Biology, requiring that students have a demonstrated passion for science, with strong performances in high school biology, math, and chemistry (honors or advanced level preferred if available).

Course Dates: June 12 - July 7, 2023

The Summer Language Institute offers a six to eight-week , remote program to learn a new language or continue learning a language in classes with current UChicago students as well as visiting undergraduate and graduate students. This program can be beneficial for almost any pre-college student – since most degrees have foreign language requirements, the summer language institute could get you a head start, and in a (remote) college environment!

They offer a variety of languages including modern, and ancient languages, like Arabic, French, Japanese, Spanish, Korean, Chinese, German, American Sign Language, and Latin.

Cost: $7,725

Eligibility: Current high school juniors and older

Course Dates: June 12 - August 4, 2023

This program brings together a diverse group of outstanding high school students with an interest in STEM fields to learn about UChicago's research and academic opportunities. The course is a combination of a week-long virtual mathematics course, followed by a week on the UChicago campus! During this residential week, students can expect to hear lectures in molecular engineering, computer science, mathematics, and other fields; as well as expect some field trips to research facilities like the Argonne National Laboratory and the Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation.

Cost: Free (full scholarship)

Eligibility: Applicants should be at least 15 years of age and be a current high school juniors enrolled in a high school in the United States.

Course dates: July 23 - July 28, 2023

Week 1 is online, and week 2 is residential

5. Voltage Scholars Program

The Voltage scholars program is a three-day, two-night accelerated program for high school students interested in economics. It introduces students to the concepts of macroeconomics and microeconomics and gives them the opportunity to learn about selective college admissions from UChicago admissions counselors. Another plus point of this program is that gives Voltage Scholars the opportunity to network with current college students since it is run alongside an undergraduate program!

Eligibility: Applicants should be at least 14 years of age, currently in 10th grade, and enrolled in high school in the United States. Their goal is to recruit a diverse group of students from a broad range of backgrounds!

Course dates: June, 2023. Exact dates will be confirmed in soon!

6. Police & Fire Summer Scholars Program

This program is specifically for talented students who have a parent that works for the city, county, municipal, or state police or fire department in the United States. It is structured to provide these students with an opportunity to experience life at a major research university while engaging in interdisciplinary classes, college application workshops, and visiting research facilities. Participating students have previously had the opportunity to attend improv shows, baseball games, architecture boat tours, and eat at some of Chicago's most notable restaurants!

Eligibility: Current high school sophomores or juniors enrolled in a high school in the United States, who are at least 15 years of age, and whose parents are active, full-time police officers or firefighters, are invited to apply.

Course dates: July 16 - July 21, 2023

This is a well-known program at UChicago that specifically helps students from rural/small-town schools to build skills in civic leadership and deliberation. This course dives deep into experiential learning activities focused on growing collaboration, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. As a student in this program, you will explore local opportunities for entrepreneurship by creating and pitching community-based business plans. Lastly, you will also get to learn about college admissions by pursuing workshops on admissions-related topics .

Eligibility: Current high school freshmen, who are at least 14 years old, and who attend a rural or small-town high school* within the United States. Students of any citizenship who meet this criterion are eligible to apply.

This is a week-long enrichment program designed to prepare high school students for future careers in climate and energy policy. Through rigorous discussion-based classes, readings, lectures, and collaborative hands-on projects, you will learn about pressing current issues in climate and energy from leading faculty in the Energy Policy Institute at the University of Chicago (EPIC) , the Becker Friedman Institute , and the Climate Impact Lab .

Course dates: July 2023. Exact dates will be confirmed in January 2023

Application Process

The application process for every program is slightly different, so make sure you double-check your application requirements. Other than that, all applicants must complete the Summer Session Application, which can be reviewed in the How To Apply section.

All Enrichment Programs share a single deadline of March 1, 2023; whereas the Pre-college Programs have multiple application dates and deadlines ( see the following chart for details ).

Now that you are armed with this information, here’s wishing you find yourself a great summer program for 2023. All the best!

If you’re looking for a competitive mentored research program in subjects like data science, machine learning, political theory, biology, and chemistry, consider applying to Horizon’s Research Seminars and Labs ! 

This is a selective virtual research program that lets you engage in advanced research and develop a research paper in a subject of your choosing. Horizon has worked with 1000+ high school students so far, and offers 600+ research specializations for you to choose from. 

You can find the application link here

One other option – Lumiere Research Scholar Program

If you are interested in a selective, individually customized research program, consider applying to the Lumiere Research Scholar Program , an online high school program for students founded by Harvard and Oxford researchers. The program pairs you with a full-time researcher to develop your own independent research project, in any discipline of your choice. Last year over 2100 students applied for 500 slots in the research program! You can find the application form here.

Looking for college programs beyond Chicago? Check out our other blogs on 15 Best Free Summer Programs for High School Students and 15 Virtual Research Opportunities for High School Students .

Dhvani (the-one-e) is a program manager at Lumiere, in addition to being an entrepreneur, dialogue facilitator, and boxer. She graduated from UC Davis where she studied design, psychology, and sustained dialogue. She has a passion for all things education, inclusion, and empowerment.

Contact person: William Carpenter, @rtifice Center Coordinator [email protected]

Chicago EYES on Cancer

Chicago EYES on Cancer is a cancer research training program for high school and college students interested in careers in biomedicine. The program also welcomes secondary science educators. For two consecutive summers, participants work full-time in the laboratories of established cancer researchers at the University. Rigorous research training is complemented with a cancer-based lecture series, skill-building workshops, and a network of faculty and peer mentors dedicated to participants’ success. The program culminates in a research symposium to showcase participants’ work across basic, translational, clinical, and population-based areas of cancer research.

Contact Person: Megan Mekinda, PhD 773-702-4678 [email protected]

For more information, click here . 

Collegiate Scholars Program

Founded in 2003 and operated through the University’s Office of Civic Engagement, the Collegiate Scholars Program (CSP) is designed to encourage the highest-achieving and underrepresented Chicago Public Schools students to apply to and succeed at top colleges.

Approximately 150 students participate in the program each year, with approximately 50 new students accepted as a cohort annually. Students from across the city apply in the spring of their freshmen year of high school and participate until their high school graduation, forming a strong network of high-achieving Chicago Public Schools students. Collegiate Scholars are selected based on academic strength, leadership, and the ability to overcome obstacles, as described in their application essays. Following an orientation weekend in residence on the UChicago campus, they enroll in humanities, social sciences, and STEM courses during the summer. Taught by University faculty and advanced graduate students, these courses also emphasize the analytic, writing, and communication skills required in a top-tier academic environment.

During the academic year, Collegiate Scholars engage in a series of college preparatory workshops and courses outside of their high school curriculum that both expand student skills and prepare them for rigorous, engaged, student experiences at highly selective colleges and universities. Students choose between taking university courses or participating in a University-supported internship or research opportunity, e.g., at UChicago Medicine or the Institute of Politics. Additional activities include intensive guidance on college readiness including the college and financial aid application process, and programming on financial education and cultural awareness.

Contact Person: Abel Ochoa 773-834-5833 [email protected]

For more information, click here.

Office of Special Programs - College Prep

The Office of Special Programs-College Prep (OSP-CP) , with the Collegiate Scholars Program (CSP) and Neighborhood Schools Program (NSP), is one of three college readiness programs operating under the Office of Civic Engagement at the University of Chicago.  All three programs work with area high schools.

In 1968, Larry Hawkins founded the OSP-CP to provide support for the academic success of urban high school students in academic middle, underserved, and under-resourced populations, including first-generation college students. OSP-CP activities include tutoring, academic advising, cultural enrichment, work-study programs, and workshops designed to improve the financial and economic literacy of students. These activities are reinforced through college and career exploration and discovery. For over 50 years, the OSP-CP has guided more than 4,000 Chicago high school students on pathways to success through Upward Bound programming, the University of Chicago S.T.E.M. Initiative (UCSI), and the Kovler-Hawkins Careers Conference for High School Students.

For more information, click here .

researcHStart

researcHStart  welcomes high school students from the Chicago and Urbana-Champaign areas to explore exciting careers in cancer research. Participants work full time in the laboratories of established cancer researchers, gaining hands-on experience in areas at the forefront of the field: cancer immunology, pharmacogenomics of anticancer agents, bioengineering, experimental cancer therapeutics, cancer disparities, and more. Rigorous research training is complemented by career development and skill-building workshops, a cancer-based faculty lecture series, and a network of faculty and peer mentors dedicated to students’ success. The program culminates in a research symposium for family, friends, and members of the scientific community. 

SummerLink offers Lab School students the opportunity to participate in lab research for 7 weeks. Students will get to hear from guest speakers, take part in weekly meetings and a mini-proposal, and attend a symposium at the end of the program. A partnership with the University of Chicago also places qualified U-High students in summer internships. Currently half of the almost two dozen internships are with University of Chicago biological, physical, and computer science labs and the other half are through the UChicago Booth School of Business, Law School, University Press, or non-University businesses connected to Lab by way of Laboratory Schools or University alumni.

TEACH Research

Training Early Achievers for Careers in Health (TEACH) Research  aims to prepare and inspire talented Chicago Public School high school students to pursue careers in health-related research by providing exposure to a realistic career experience and a multi-tiered structure of mentors during its summer programming. Students are recruited as rising sophomores from the University of Chicago  Collegiate Scholars Program , a three-year enrichment program for high-achieving and talented Chicago Public School students.

Contact Information: 773-834-9788 [email protected]

Medical Student Opportunities

The overarching goal of the Pritzker School of Medicine is to graduate individuals who demonstrate competence as outstanding doctors, physician-scientists and medical educators, and who are well-suited to assume future leadership roles in medicine, science and society.

During four years, Pritzker students are exposed to the field of oncology through curricula, including basic and clinical science courses offering tools that are applicable in oncology, clinical rotations, including time on hematology/oncology service and electives. Pritzker students can focus cancer research through the following programs.

Pritzker Summer Research Program

The Summer Research Program is an eleven week medical student research opportunity available to first year medical students. Students develop a well-defined project and work with faculty mentors throughout the summer to conduct research.

In addition to their research, students are required to attend weekly cluster meetings and seminars. At the end of the eleven weeks, participants present their research at the Summer Research Forum. There students are graded by judges from the clinical and basic sciences and are eligible to receive cash prizes.

Learn more about the Pritzker Summer Research Program

Scholarship and Discovery

In keeping with this valued tradition of discovery, the Scholarship & Discovery curriculum at the Pritzker School of Medicine was developed to inculcate scholarly interest and expertise among its trainees. Through this program, Pritzker students—beginning in their first year of medical school—undergo preparation to cultivate the level of mastery necessary to complete a mentored scholarly project by the time of graduation.

Students have the option to explore and apply to one of five scholarly tracks:

• Scientific Investigation (Basic Sciences, Clinical Research, Social Sciences)
• Community Health
• Global Health
• Medical Education
• Healthcare Delivery Sciences

Learn more about the Scholarship & Discovery Program

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Research Opportunities and Resources

The College offers a number of research and internship grants that can facilitate research, provide access to interesting research sites, and help make graduate school applications more competitive. For a listing of available opportunities please check  here .

Students may also apply to the  Dean’s Fund  for research funding.

The sociology department will also make available ten small grants of $1,000 each to students conducting research associated with their BA project through a competitive process. Students will complete an application in the Autumn quarter. Their preceptors will recommend a set of applications to the Director of Undergraduate Studies. The DUS will review the applications and determine which merit funding.

The Summer Institute in Social Research Methods provides students with an immersive summer experience through a combination of classroom instruction, skills-building workshops, and hands-on research experience. Students will earn course credit, fulfill methods requirements, gain mentored experience as an RA on faculty research projects, and be eligible for academic year awards to continue RA work with faculty during the subsequent quarter. The deadline for applications is annual, sometime in the Winter Quarter. For information, go to  https://voices.uchicago.edu/socscisummermethods/ .

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August 9, 2024

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Clark Atlanta University PhD candidate Allea Campbell was looking for a place where she could network job opportunities, meet peers, and brainstorm possible applications for her research into covalent organic frameworks.

So she went to CAMPS.

“This seemed like a place where I can connect with other people who have different ideas that I can bring to my research,” she said.

The student-led Conference Across MRSEC-PREM Schools (CAMPS) is held each year at a different university affiliated with two National Science Foundation (NSF) programs – Materials Research Science and Engineering Centers (MRSEC) , which supports interdisciplinary research on materials science, and Partnerships for Research and Education in Materials (PREM) , which is designed to enhance diversity in materials research and education. The NSF funds the yearly event.

“There is a lot of science, but there are also a lot of networking opportunities,” said  UChicago PME PhD candidate Elina Ghimire , lead organizer for CAMPS 2024.

UChicago Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering hosted CAMPS 2024 from Aug. 2-3 to help build the next generation of leaders’ research, academic, and professional skills.

“MRSEC’s mission is nurturing the next generation of materials science researchers and improving diversity through successful student training at all levels,” said UChicago PME Prof. Stuart Rowan , the director of UChicago’s MRSEC . “CAMPS is a key part of this. The students themselves design each year’s conference, engineering each one to address issues their peers identified and create opportunities their peers need.”

This event welcomed participants from all backgrounds and attendance was open to all from participating MRSECs and PREM institutes.

“At CAMPS, we intend to have a friendly and welcoming atmosphere,” Ghimire said. “Our goal is to encourage attendees from underrepresented communities to ask questions, feel comfortable, and build connections, while networking and exploring potential career opportunities in industry, academia, and national labs.”

The conference has no registration fees. Travel costs and housing are also covered, removing one of the barriers that can prevent students taking part in the opportunity. Organizers said this is part of the collaborative spirit that MRSEC and PREM seek to build in their members.

University of Tennessee, Knoxville nuclear engineering PhD candidate Sydney Copp said she attended to see how better to expand MRSEC at her university. Their program started in 2023.

“We’re just about approaching our one-year mark,” Copp said. “Having an opportunity like this, to be able to meet other students at other schools who have had MRSEC or have also started them and see what everyone else is doing, is really valuable.”

The conference fills a gap facing materials science researchers, said UChicago MRSEC Administrator Tracy Walker .

“Students from various backgrounds of education within these STEM programs are able to come to this conference and speak to professionals in the industry, as well as different key, high-profile faculty that are working in their research area, and they know this is focusing on the material side of research,” Walker said.

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Fourteen-year-old St. Charles, Illinois, high schooler Sarah Krohn knew how she wanted to spend her summer vacation.

“I love to learn,” said Krohn, who completed her freshman year in the spring. “It’s one of my biggest passions to learn about something I’m interested in, like quantum physics.”

Krohn was one of 24 Illinois high school students participating in the most recent  Orbic Quantum Quickstart  cohort. Each year, the free program brings ninth- and tenth-graders from high schools across the state to the regional hub of quantum education and research, the UChicago Pritzker School of Molecular Engineering.

During their weeklong stay, Quickstart students attend special lectures by PME faculty and explore this fascinating research area. The conversations have ranged from the theoretical mechanics of quantum physics to looking under the hoods of quantum computers during lab tours.

“Quantum Quickstart is a unique opportunity to meet PME professors and experience undergraduate lectures.”  said UChicago Assistant Director of Admissions Faithe Beadle, who runs the program. “This creates a special environment in which not only are quantum students exposed to the field, but they are infused with confidence that makes them say, ‘Yes! I can do this!’”

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How did you connect with this summer opportunity?

I learned about Faegre Drinker because it is one of the few “Big Law” style firms in Denver with practice groups in all areas of the law. I applied through their 1L Summer Program and thankfully was offered a position. I plan to practice in the Denver area when I graduate, which significantly narrowed my search area for summer jobs.

How does your experience connect with what you currently envision doing with your law degree?

I plan to practice in Big Law when I graduate so working in a national law firm in my desired city, Denver, perfectly aligns with my goals. It has been great to connect with and learn from practicing attorneys who are currently doing what I hope to do when I graduate.

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What is something you learned or experienced that was surprising or particularly compelling during this summer position?

The amount of time it takes for a case to go to trial. We hear in class about how it takes months or years for a case to get to trial, but actually having an attorney show me the timeline of a “simple” claim and why it likely won’t get to court until late 2025 when it was started in 2022 was surprising. It helped me understand why litigation costs so much, why settlements are so common, and why there is a need for more lawyers.

What are a couple of your key takeaways from the experience so far?

I have spent most of my summer working on litigation projects, which is the area of law I plan to practice in when I graduate. This means that most of my time has been spent on Lexis and Westlaw, reading cases and articles and drafting memos. Legal research and writing do not end with law school.

What advice would you offer another law student contemplating working in a similar position next summer?

If possible, try to work in a firm that has a wide range of practice areas. While talking to professors and networking with local attorneys is great for getting an idea of what you want to do when you graduate, there’s no substitute for experience. Working in a firm with litigation, transaction, corporate, government, and all the other practice areas will give you a better idea of what you enjoy doing than any class will.

How are you spending your free time this summer?

I’ll be spending the rest of my summer traveling throughout Colorado and spending time with my husband. We both love being outdoors, camping, and hiking, so we’ll be doing as much of that as possible before returning to school in the fall.

What are you most looking forward to in returning to UChicago Law this fall?

First and foremost is seeing and hanging out with all of my friends again! Academically, I’m extremely excited about starting on a journal, and also being able to select the classes that I’m most interested in now that I have a better idea of what I want to do when I graduate.

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If your job offers it, take any pro bono opportunity you can. Those are usually the rare cases that can move “quickly,” relative to more standard work and it’s extremely gratifying to help people who otherwise wouldn’t be able to get the legal aid they need.

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1 saint petersburg state university.

Regarded as the longest-running university in Russia, Saint Petersburg State University is one of the country’s most renowned public universities. Besides delivering quality education in various academic fields, Saint Petersburg State University is known for its student-friendly campus as they are located in one of Russia’s best cities. 

International students are warmly welcomed on their campus as they foster a diverse atmosphere for these students. Interestingly, these students are provided with various services as they adapt to their new country.

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The Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University is one of the most innovative institutions in the area. This institution is recognized internationally for its innovative teaching techniques that are in cooperation with practical values. It is also worth noting that this university offers reasonable tuition fee prices for both domestic and international students and will provide the most talented and promising students with scholarships in order to help with their academic advancement.

3 ITMO University

ITMO University is one of the most distinguished universities in the region of Saint Petersburg. This university was founded approximately 122 years ago and is one of the oldest institutions of higher education in the country. The aim of the university has not changed at all throughout this long period of time, and it still remains to help and support local students in order to create a better and well-educated society.

4 Saint Petersburg State Electrotechnical University

Saint Petersburg State Electrotechnical University has served the youth since 1886. The university offers Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programs. These programs are handled by 7 faculties, which include the Faculty of Electronics and the Faculty of Computer Science and Technology. Research is an integral contribution of the university to the academic community. This is proven through its partner Research Centers and Institutes. Additionally, research projects are regularly conducted and published at Saint Petersburg State Electrotechnical University.

5 Saint-Petersburg Mining University

Saint Petersburg Mining University is a technical university in Saint Petersburg, Russia. It was founded in 1773 as the Mining School, and it was Russia’s first technical university. Later, it was renamed the Leningrad Mining Institute. Outstanding specialists, scientists, geologists, and politicians have graduated from the university, including Russia’s current president, Vladimir Putin.

6 Herzen State Pedagogical University of Russia

The service of the Herzen State Pedagogical University of Russia has lasted for more than 200 years. To this day, the university continues to provide top-quality education through its Bachelor’s, Master’s, and Doctoral programs. Students have a wide variety of choices, amounting to around 1300 programs. Its academic infrastructure is composed of 7 faculties, 16 academic institutes, 5 research institutes, and 98 departments.

7 Saint Petersburg State University of Economics

The Saint Petersburg State University of Economics is committed to providing excellent specialized education in economics and finances while prioritizing internationalization. This university is focused on giving students real-world experiences through hands-on learning, which is why it collaborates with local businesses. Actually, many of its graduates are now leaders of major companies like Gazprom. Students are also a central part of the institution and often organize events like research contests and scientific conferences.

8 St. Petersburg State University of Aerospace Instrumentation

Founded during the height of World War II, St. Petersburg State University of Aerospace Instrumentation (SUAI) has proven its resilience and quality education since 1941. SUAI’s mission is to provide integrated educational opportunities, develop research, meet societal needs, train competent scholars, and inspire growth. Aside from this mission, SUAI has a policy dedicated to promising students quality education. Extra-curricular activities are also promoted through theater associations, musical groups, social clubs, and many more.

9 European University at St. Petersburg

The European University at St. Petersburg is an institution of higher education that focuses on postgraduate studies and offers programs mostly centered on Russian history. This university is located in the heart of Saint Petersburg, Russia, and was established in 1994. The students who graduate from this university go on to become successful professionals in their respective fields.

10 Bonch-Bruevich St. Petersburg State University of Telecommunications

The ​​Bonch-Bruevich Saint Petersburg State University of Telecommunications is a public university in Saint Petersburg, Russia. It was founded in 1930 as the Leningrad Institute of Communication Engineers. The university offers degree programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels in communication, humanities, military education, information technologies, economics, computer science, advertising, and management through its eight faculties.

11 Saint Petersburg State Pediatric Medical Academy

Saint Petersburg State Pediatric Medical University is a public medical university in Saint Petersburg, Russia. It was founded in 1925 as the Institute for Protection of Maternity and Infancy and is the oldest independent pediatric university in the world. The university offers programs in the field of medicine, including medical science, pediatrics, clinical psychology, stomatology, and dentistry.

12 Baltic State Technical University “Voenmeh”

Baltic State Technical University “Voenmeh” is a place where technical creativity prospers, giving students a productive environment to pursue their scientific-related careers. The university is equipped with the resources and tools needed to keep up with the research activities of its future scientists. With constant innovation, the university has become a popular destination for students that are passionate about engineering, robotics, and mechanics, among others.

13 Saint Petersburg State Institute of Technology

The Saint Petersburg State Institute of Technology is a public institution in Saint Petersburg, Russia. It was founded in 1828 as the Imperial Petersburg Institute of Technology and is considered one of the country’s oldest universities. The university currently provides degree programs in natural sciences, medicine, ecology, engineering, and public relations.

14 St. Petersburg State Conservatory

The St. Petersburg State Conservatory is a higher education institute of music that is located in Saint Petersburg, Russia. This university was formerly known as Petrograd Conservatory and Leningrad Conservatory, which started its educational path in the early year of 1862. It offers programs in vocal art, choreographic art, and musical and instrumental art.

15 Admiral Makarov State University of Maritime and Inland Shipping

Admiral Makarov State University of Maritime and Inland Shipping is a public university specializing in maritime education. It was established in 2012 by the Russian Federation’s Ministry of Transport. The university has four institutes that offer degree programs: Maritime Academy, Institute of Water Transport, Institute of International Transport Management, and Professional Development Programs Institute.

16 North-Western State Medical University

Providing quality education for over a century, North-Western State Medical University is one of the oldest universities in Russia. It offers Bachelor’s, Specialist’s, Master’s, and Doctoral programs. Preparatory courses, Residency programs, and Summer and Winter School classes are also offered at the university. All programs and courses are specialized in Medical and Health related fields of study.

17 St. Petersburg State University of Industrial Technologies and Design

The St. Petersburg State University of Industrial Technologies and Design is a small university that houses around 6,000 domestic and international students. The university, as it is stated by its name, is located in Saint Petersburg, and it is known for its long history in the educational field. This university is mostly focused on the fields of technology and design and offers a lot of dual degree programs.

18 Saint-Petersburg State Chemical Pharmaceutical University

Saint Petersburg State Chemical Pharmaceutical University is a public university in Saint Petersburg, Russia. It was founded in 1919 as the Petrograd State Chemical-Pharmaceutical Institute, which was notorious for its high drop-out rate. Since then, the university has been reinvented, and it now offers undergraduate and postgraduate courses in drug technology, pharmacy, and chemistry.

19 St. Petersburg State Marine Technical University

The roots of St. Petersburg State Marine Technical University can be traced as far back as 1899 with the founding of St. Petersburg Polytechnic Institute. However, the university’s official founding only happened when only one department survived through wars and opened as Leningrad Shipbuilding Institute in 1930. It eventually became what it is now and continues to provide higher education for over 90 years. The university is currently open for Bachelor’s and Master’s degree students from in and outside of Russia.

20 St. Petersburg State University of Civil Aviation

The Saint Petersburg State University of Civil Aviation is a public aviation school in Saint Petersburg, Russia. The USSR government established it in Leningrad in 1955 as the High School of Civil Aviation. During its half-century of operation, the school has trained 25000 managers and highly qualified specialists for civil aviation, many of whom have made significant contributions to the industry.

21 St. Petersburg State University for Culture and Arts

Saint-Petersburg State Institute of Culture is a public university in Saint-Petersburg, Russia. It was founded in 1918 and is one of the largest institutions in the nation that focuses on the arts and culture. The university offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in subjects including psychology, tourism, design, linguistics, sociology, folk singing, and other related fields. It is the top humanitarian and creative education institution in Russia.

22 International Banking Institute

International Banking Institute was created in 1991 that provides students with education in economics, business, and management. For over 30 years, the university has continued to be an excellent center for students and professionals. Interested applicants may apply for undergraduate, graduate, postgraduate, and professional degree programs. Aside from accepting international students, the International Banking Institute is also partnered with over 30 universities from other countries.

23 Saint-Petersburg State Institute of Film and Television

Saint-Petersburg State Institute of Film and Television has the honor of being Russia’s first cinematography university. With more than a century of experience, it is a premier institute and trailblazer in mass media and communication. The bachelor’s, master’s, and specialist programs it offers encompass mass media’s diversity, from film to television. Even behind-the-scenes courses, like scriptwriting and audiovisual engineering, are taught at the institute, so students get well-rounded and quality training.

24 St. Petersburg State Agrarian University

St. Petersburg State Agrarian University was established in 1904 and is one of Russia’s oldest agricultural universities. The university is dedicated to training highly knowledgeable and skilled individuals who can penetrate and improve the local and regional agricultural sectors. It offers programs in various specializations related to agriculture such as agri-business, agricultural technology, and agricultural law. 

25 Russian State Institute of Performing Arts

Russian State Institute of Performing Arts is a public theatre school in Saint Petersburg, Russia. It was founded in 1779 as the Emperor’s Theatre, the oldest theatre school in Russia. The institution has merged with several schools over the years, including the Ostrovsky Leningrad Theatre Institute and the Leningrad Institute of Art History. With over 1550 students, it is currently Europe’s largest professional theatre school.

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