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NIH High School STEP-UP (HS-STEP-UP)

NIDDK / National Institutes of Health

Medicine & Health
Fellowship
8-10 weeks (summer)ModerateResearch universities across the U.S. (host labs)~February 1, 2026 (annual)
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NIH High School STEP-UP (HS-STEP-UP)

NIDDK / National Institutes of Health

A hands-on opportunity for high school students interested in medicine & health.

Deadline: ~February 1, 2026 (annual)Official program link

Location

Research universities across the U.S. (host labs)

Cost

Stipend

Deadline

~February 1, 2026 (annual)

Duration

8-10 weeks (summer)

Eligibility

High school students from underrepresented backgrounds, 16+, U.S. citizens or permanent residents

Under-represented Minorities

What to expect

Short-Term Education Program for Underrepresented Persons: ~100 high school students nationwide perform paid hands-on research in NIH-funded labs, present at the STEP-UP poster session and receive ong. Short-Term Education Program for Underrepresented Persons: ~100 high school students nationwide perform paid hands-on research in NIH-funded labs, present at the STEP-UP poster session and receive ongoing mentorship.

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