Hofstra University's Summer Science Research Program (HUSSRP) offers high school students opportunities in science research under the guidance of professionals in science and mathematics. For more than 15 years, HUSSRP has provided selected research-oriented high school students the opportunity to work with our science faculty during the summer in an on-campus research program. The program runs through the month of July culminating in a science "poster session" in early fall where students display the work they performed during the summer. The poster session is open to all students in the program, their families, and their teachers. Students are selected for this program based on their academic qualifications, a teacher's recommendation, and the availability of research mentors in their area of interest.
Selected students will be matched with a participating faculty member based on the student’s research preference and faculty availability. Before being accepted into the program, all students for whom there is a faculty match will be invited to campus or be arranged via Zoom for a personal interview to discuss the student’s specific research project.
Location(s)
- Hofstra University, Hempstead, New York
Schedule
- July 7 - July 31, 2025
Cost/Compensation
- $2,000
Eligibility Requirements
- Students must be enrolled in 10th or 11th grade at the time the application is submitted;
- Must be U.S. citizens and/or permanent residents;
- Must be at least 15 years of age by the start of the program;
- Have had at least one year of a high school laboratory-based science or research course;
- Have demonstrated an interest in their requested subject topic;
- Be willing and able to commit four weeks to full-time scientific research; and
- Have demonstrated the ability to work independently.
Deadline
- March 7, 2025
Application or Entry Requirements
- Completed online application
- A statement from the student explaining why they want to engage in a research project;
- A letter of recommendation and commitment from a teacher;
- Students will be asked to select, in order of preference, three research areas in which they would like to participate.
- A nonrefundable $60 application fee.
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Hofstra University is a private university located in Hempstead, New York, on Long Island. Established in 1935, it offers a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs across disciplines including business, communication, health sciences, engineering, and the liberal arts. Hofstra is known for its dual emphasis on academic rigor and practical experience, offering opportunities for internships, research, and community engagement. The university hosts cultural and academic events, including the hosting of several U.S. presidential debates.
