Summer program

Anson L. Clark Scholars Program

Texas Tech University

Cost No program participation fee; room and board provided; $750 stipend after successful research report
Deadline ~Feb 16, 2026 Estimated; confirm on sponsor site

An intensive seven-week Texas Tech research program for highly qualified rising high school seniors and recent high school graduates. Scholars conduct hands-on research with faculty and receive campus room, board, programming, and a stipend after completing a successful research report.

Eligibility

Grade levels
High school junior, High school senior
Citizenship
U.S. citizen or permanent resident
Fields of study
Science, Engineering, Computer science, Mathematics, Research, Social sciences
Essay
Required

Application requirements

  • Create an account and complete the online application: Applicants create an account from the Clark Scholars application site, save each section, and submit by the published deadline.
  • Complete the required short essays: Texas Tech says short essays are required and publishes prompts/limits for applicants to prepare in advance.
  • Upload transcript and standardized-test score report: Unofficial transcripts and score reports are accepted; at least a PSAT or PACT score is required if SAT/ACT scores are unavailable.
  • Request three recommendations: Three recommendations are required; at least two must be from teachers and all are completed through an online questionnaire.
  • List top five activities and accomplishments: The program asks applicants to list their five most important involvement activities or accomplishments; extra activity lists/resumes are not accepted.

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