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Aspiring Scientists Summer Internship Program (ASSIP) — Summer 2026 ASSIP is a full-time summer research internship for high school students interested in STEM. Participants work one-on-one with faculty researchers at George Mason University on real research projects across science, engineering, technology, data science, and more. Key details: Dates: June 18 – August 12, 2026 (8 weeks) Format: In-person, hybrid, or remote (depends on mentor) Outcome: Hands-on research + 3 college credits Fields: Engineering, AI, data science, medicine, biology, chemistry, environmental science, physics, cybersecurity, robotics, and more 🧑‍🎓 Eligibility: 15+ years old (remote / computer labs) 16+ years old (wet labs) Application deadline: Sunday, February 15, 2026 Costs & financial aid: $25 application fee (waiver available) $1,299 tuition (tuition waivers available) 📧 Email cosassip@gmu.edu for tuition or fee waiver requests Contact: cosassip@gmu.edu https://science.gmu.edu/assip

Prepare your CV like a Harvard student! Use action verbs Add results and impact Write responsibilities through highlighting your accomplishments Use consistent format Define where your CV goes and who reads it. https://careerservices.fas.harvard.edu/resources/create-a-strong-resume/

If you are applying to the U.S. colleges next year, I highly recommend taking an Essay Course. Ethan Sawyer offers one of the best courses and materials. Also, you don’t have to pay a full price if you cannot afford it. You can PAY WHAT YOU CAN (just scroll down and you will see it) Advanced personal statement course (with PAY WHAT YOU CAN OPTION): https://students.collegeessayguy.com/advanced-personal-statement-course-students College Essay Guy Hub with all the free resources: https://www.collegeessayguy.com/college-application-hub Video Courses: https://www.collegeessayguy.com/college-essay-courses

World Science Scholars (WSS) is a free, highly selective international program for exceptionally gifted high-school students with strong mathematical ability and a deep interest in science. Scholars learn directly from world-renowned scientists, including Nobel Laureates, while exploring cutting-edge research beyond the school curriculum. Sample Courses Include: Physics and Reality The Computational Universe The Biology of Memory A Beautiful Universe: String Theory Light–Matter Interaction at the Nanoscale Global Water and Environmental Change Eligibility Applicants must: Be in high school (or accelerated middle school) Demonstrate exceptional math ability Be comfortable discussing scientific ideas in English Have reliable internet access Commit ~2 hours per week for one academic year Application Components Student Application Teacher/Mentor Recommendation Parent/Guardian Recommendation 📌 No transcripts or test scores required. Key Dates Application Deadline: April 15, 2026 (11:59 PM US ET) Decisions Released: By June 30, 2026 https://worldsciencescholars.com/

🌍 Summer Program at University of Chicago A 1-week interdisciplinary summer program at the University of Chicago, designed for curious, idea-driven learners interested in the humanities, culture & society, law, politics, and social sciences. Eligibility Current Grade 10 or 11 students (KZ Grade 9-10) At least 15 years old Enrolled in a high school outside the U.S. Cost & Financial Aid Program fee: $2,500 Need-based financial aid available through the Emerging World Leaders program: Household income ≤ $125,000 USD: full program fee waiver Household income ≤ $60,000 USD: full program fee waiver + round-trip travel covered ⚠️ Eligible students receive priority need-based financial aid consideration Application Requirements Transcript, two short essays, letter of recommendation, writing sample, application fee, and parent confirmation Financial aid request must be indicated before submission Deadline: 🗓 March 12 Apply & learn more: https://summer.uchicago.edu 📩 Questions: Anna Lindower — annalindower@uchicago.edu https://summer.uchicago.edu/courses/emerging-world-leaders/

New Horizons Program — Scholarships & Leadership Opportunity Centre College The New Horizons Program is designed for students who demonstrate leadership potential and a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and community impact, offering both significant financial support and a cohort-based leadership experience. Eligibility Genuine interest in diversity and inclusion Strong character and leadership potential Willingness to collaborate on meaningful campus initiatives Financial Aid & Benefits $33,000 renewable scholarship Cohort-based mentorship & leadership development curriculum Priority consideration for need-based financial aid How to Apply Apply for admission by February 1 (no application fee): 👉 https://www.centre.edu/admission-aid/scholarships-fellowships/new-horizons-program Complete the New Horizons Program Candidate Form by February 1 Decisions Initial decisions: Mid-March Alternate decisions: by Mid-April Nominations (optional but encouraged) Submit by counselors, teachers, or advisers Priority deadline: December 15 Final deadline: January 15 📌 Students applying to this program receive priority need-based financial aid consideration

Useful apps to use (many features are free of charge): Kollegio.ai – An AI-driven college admissions platform that helps students find best-fit schools, get personalized essay feedback, discover scholarships, and plan applications all in one place. https://www.kollegio.ai/ Sups.ai – An ethical AI college admissions tutor that guides students through brainstorming, outlining, revising, and optimizing their applications without writing essays for them. https://www.sups.ai/ GetCollegeCompass.com – An AI-powered college planning platform that creates personalized guidance, smart timelines, and strategic insights to help students navigate college search, applications, and financial planning. https://www.getcollegecompass.com/

Smith Precollege Programs are open to female students entering Grade 9-12. Workshop topics: Creative writing Science and Engineering Sustainable Futures Women, Gender, Representation Theatre Priority deadline: February 1 Full tuition scholarship is available for a limited number of applicants. Scholarship is based on need. https://www.smith.edu/academics/departments-programs-courses/precollege-programs

Barcelona International Youth Science Challenge (BIYSC) BIYSC is designed for an international group of ~150 brilliant young students highly motivated for Science, Technology and Research, aged between 15 and 18 years old (Y11-13). The fee is 3,400€ covering (accommodation and meals from July 6th to 17th, 2026, material used in each of the projects, social and scientific activities and programmed visits, cultural visits). Research areas: Life sciences Physics Chemistry Engineering Math and CS Deadline: February 10, 2026 https://biysc.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/BIYSC2026_Leaflet-2.pdf https://biysc.org/the-application/#the-selection-process

Stanford Pre-Collegiate Summer Institutes Open to students currently in grade 8-11, and who will be older than 13 years old, and younger than 19 years old during the program dates. You can choose from 47 courses. https://summerinstitutes.spcs.stanford.edu/2026-courses?time=1767841783170 Application deadline: March 13, 2026 https://summerinstitutes.spcs.stanford.edu/admissions#application Financial aid application deadline: March 20, 2026. https://summerinstitutes.spcs.stanford.edu/tuition-and-financial-aid

Stipendium Hungaricum is a great opportunity to receive a full scholarship to study in Hungary. It’s open for students from around 100 countries (Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, India are eligible). The deadline is January 15th. However, KZ citizens have an additional step to make- to fill a EGov form. Online Application (International Portal): Submit your main application on the Stipendium Hungaricum portal (apply.stipendiumhungaricum.hu) by the general deadline (e.g., January 15, 2026). Local Submission (Bolashak/Egov): You must also submit supporting documents through Kazakhstan's Electronic Government (Egov.kz) portal and the JSC “Center for International Programs” (Bolashak) between late November and mid-January. Check Official Sources: Deadlines are firm; always confirm the exact dates for the current cycle on the official Stipendium Hungaricum and Bolashak websites. https://stipendiumhungaricum.hu/news/apply-for-stipendium-hungaricum-and-start-your-studies-in-2025/ https://bolashak.gov.kz/en/allnews/250-obrazovatelnyh-grantov-obucheniya-v-vuzah-vengrii

Leadership Seminars by U Notre Dame (USA) Students are awarded COLLEGE CREDITS Participation, accommodation, food are covered by the college. Students are responsible for Visa and Flight expenses. Deadline: January 21, 2026 https://precollege.nd.edu/leadership-seminars/

Westlake University in China. Fully in English. Deadline: April 1 Full scholarships available based on need and merit. Application on CommonApp Majors: Biological Sciences Chemistry Physics Mathematics and Applied Mathematics Engineering Electronic and Information Engineering Materials Science and Engineering Artificial Intelligence Clinical Medicine All the students study at least one semester abroad. Partner universities: Cornell, UC Berkeley, UC Davis, UC San Diego, UC Santa Barbara, U of Virginia, Rice University, Washington University in St. Louis, University of Wisconsin Madison, U of Notre Dame, U of Pittsburgh, Warwick, Edinburgh, U of New South Wales, Queen’s, St. Andrews, U of Bristol, Monash. https://ugadmissions.westlake.edu.cn/Admissions/

BNBU International Scholarships Location: Beijing Tuition fee: 15 739 USD (110 000 RMB) Scholarship info: https://sao.bnbu.edu.cn/en/info/1123/14372.htm (international students are eligible for full-tuition scholarships) Admissions info: https://admission.bnbu.edu.cn/ido/programmes_courses.htm BNBU offers 30 programmes under the Faculty of Business and Management, the School of Culture and Creativity, the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences and the Faculty of Science and Technology. Accounting Programme, Applied Economics Programme, e-Business Management and Information Systems Programme, Entrepreneurship and Innovation Programme, Finance Programme, Management of Human Resources Programme, Marketing Management Programme, Business Analytics Programme, Digital Media Management Programme, Animation and Interactive Media Programme, Cinema and Television Programme, Culture, Creativity and Management Programme, Media Arts and Design Programme, Music Performance Programme, Game Design Programme, Chinese Culture and Global Communication Programme, English Language and Literature Studies Programme, Globalisation and Development Programme, Media and Communication Studies Programme, Public Relations and Advertising Programme, Digital Social Science Programme, Applied Mathematics Programme, Applied Psychology Programme, Artificial Intelligence Programme, Computer Science and Technology Programme, Data Science Programme, Environmental Science Programme, Financial Mathematics Programme, Food Science and Technology Programme, Statistics Programme

AEROO Competitions Join innovative aerospace technology competitions. Test your skills and create the future together. Exploring World of Science Explore various scientific directions and implement your own research projects Registration deadline: January 19, 2026 Age: 14-18 Space AI 2026 Create an AI startup for space tasks and research Deadline: January 19, 2026 Age: 14-18 Rocket Science 2026 Build and launch your own rockets, learn the basics of aerodynamics Deadline: January 19, 2026 Age: 14-18 DRIVE Competition Create innovative transport solutions for space missions In development. Coming soon. https://aeroo.space/competitions

Summer Science Program (SSP) Deadline: January 29, 2026 Eligibility: Junior (Y12) students who are at least 15 years old but not yet 19 during program operation. Courses: Astrophysics, Bacterial Genomix, Biochemistry, Cell Biology Summer Science Program offers fully discounted to partially discounted fees depending on household income: Under about $75,000 will likely qualify for free attendance in addition to travel expenses Under about $140,000 will likely qualify for a partially discounted fee Over $140,000 may qualify for a partially discounted fee, depending on individual circumstances https://ssp.org/program-overview/

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