Summer program
UChicago Research in the Biological Sciences (RIBS)
University of Chicago
Cost
$15,200
Deadline
~Feb 11, 2027
Estimated; confirm on sponsor site
Four-week intensive residential practicum introducing molecular, microbiological, and cellular biology research techniques. High school biology required; advanced biology recommended. Chicago residents must live on campus — commuting is not permitted.
Eligibility
- Grade levels
- High school sophomore, High school junior
- Citizenship
- Any
- Fields of study
- Science, Natural sciences, Research
- Essay
- Required
Special eligibility to verify
- Residential requirement for Chicago residents: All participants must live in campus housing; students who live in Chicago are not eligible to commute. Program is limited to grades 10–11.
Application requirements
- Submit the official program application: Apply through the host's official summer program page when the cycle opens.
Verified Jun 21, 2026 · View official source