Stowers Summer Scholars Program 2026

"Stowers Summer Scholars spend 8 weeks over the summer conducting full-time research under the guidance and supervision of a Principal Investigator or a senior member of the lab. All Scholars are required to attend weekly scientific seminars on an array of research topics. Other activities include a weekly lunch where scholars learn about different research topics and scientific careers from Stowers Scientists. At the completion of the program, Scholars present their work in an all-Institute poster session. The Summer Scholars program is supported by a generous donation from the Stowers Foundation. "

• Be 18 years or older by June 1, 2026
• Have completed at least one year of undergraduate study
• Be enrolled in or recently graduated from a degree-granting program in:
• Biology, biochemistry, molecular biology, genetics, chemistry, physics, computing, engineering, mathematics, or related fields
• Not be enrolled in or starting a master’s, medical, or PhD program in Fall 2026
• Online application via GradCAS
• Statement of interest
• Essay on prior lab experience
• Unofficial transcript(s)
• Two letters of recommendation (uploaded by recommenders)