High School Summer Program (MD Anderson Cancer Center)

Summer program · The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center

MD Anderson Cancer Center's High School Summer Program places up to six Texas high school seniors into a faculty-led biomedical research lab for ten weeks (nine weeks for students graduating after May 31), working alongside faculty with seminars and a closing presentation. Selected students receive a $7,200 stipend (prorated to $6,480 for nine weeks), though they arrange their own housing, transportation, and most meals. Applicants must be Texas high school seniors turning 18 by the program start, graduating that spring, and already admitted to college for the fall. The 2026 program ran June 1-August 7 with applications due January 14, 2026 (now closed); check back in October for 2027 program details.

Who can apply

GradesSeniors only

Min GPA—

ScopeState

StatesTX

FieldsCancer Research · Biomedical Research

EligibilityMust be a Texas high school senior, turning 18 by the program start, and already admitted to college for the fall

SelectivityUp to 6 students selected per summer

Logistics

Cost to youFree; $7,200 stipend

Financial aidNot listed

StipendPaid

FormatCommuter

Length~10 weeks; 2026 ran June 1-Aug 7 (2027 not yet posted)

WhereHouston, TX

Applying

OpensOpens Nov 16

DueSummer 2027 applications due January 13, 2027

You submitEvaluated on academic achievement, leadership, scientific aptitude, service to community/school, and interest in an allied health career.

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