Academic opportunities directory

Competition

Boston College EWB Science & Engineering Competition

Boston College Engineers Without Borders / hosted on AlgoEd

OnlineOnline; associated with Boston College Engineers Without BordersOpen

Estimated cost: $0 possible with approved fee waiver; otherwise $35 minimum priority fee
Deadline: Jan 4, 2027
Eligibility: Grades 6-12; High School Category grades 9-12

Cost and aid details

Advertised cost: $35-$55 per student depending on registration timing
Estimated real cost: $0 possible with approved fee waiver; otherwise $35 minimum priority fee

Aid: Yes
Full aid: Yes
Can reach $0: Not verified

Some access details are not verified2027 cycle · Aug 31, 2026

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Research

Secondary Student Training Program (SSTP)

Belin-Blank Center for Gifted Education and Talent Development, University of Iowa

In personUniversity of Iowa campus, Iowa City, IowaOpen

Estimated cost: Minimum required cost ≈$7,595 before aid, plus travel and incidentals; virtual option in some years had lower cost (~$4,500)
Deadline: Not verified
Eligibility: Advanced high-school students currently in grades 10–11

Cost and aid details

Advertised cost: Program fee of $7,500 plus $95 application fee; fee covers housing, meals, materials, activities, and three semester hours of university credit
Estimated real cost: Minimum required cost ≈$7,595 before aid, plus travel and incidentals; virtual option in some years had lower cost (~$4,500)

Aid: Yes
Full aid: Possibly - standard financial aid may cover up to 95% of the program fee; additional merit/need scholarships also exist
Can reach $0: Not verified

Some access details are not verified2026 (application timeline and fees specified for 2026) cycle · Aug 31, 2026

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Opportunity

Yale Young Global Scholars (YYGS)

Yale University

In personNew Haven, CT (Yale campus)Open

Estimated cost: $0 possible only for recipients of a full tuition-and-travel scholarship; otherwise remaining tuition plus travel varies
Deadline: Jan 6, 2027
Eligibility: Typically 16-18 by program start; official 2027 eligibility page controls

Cost and aid details

Advertised cost: $7,000 tuition plus application fee and travel
Estimated real cost: $0 possible only for recipients of a full tuition-and-travel scholarship; otherwise remaining tuition plus travel varies

Aid: Yes
Full aid: Yes
Can reach $0: Not verified

Some access details are not verified2027 cycle CONFIRMED; applications open September 2026 · Aug 31, 2026

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Scholarship

Dell Scholars Program

Michael & Susan Dell Foundation

OnlineUnited StatesOpen

Award: $20,000, plus a laptop, book credits, emergency funds, advising, career coaching, and wellness support
Deadline: Not verified
Eligibility: High school seniors participating in an approved college readiness program

Cost and aid details

Award amount: $20,000, plus a laptop, book credits, emergency funds, advising, career coaching, and wellness support

Some access details are not verifiedCurrent program criteria verified 2026-09-01; next application dates not yet posted cycle · Verified Aug 31, 2026

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Competition

FIRST Robotics Competition

FIRST

In personRegional events and championship locations varyOpen

Estimated cost: Team registration, robot, tools, shipping, and travel
Deadline: Not verified
Eligibility: Grades 9-12

Cost and aid details

Advertised cost: Registration plus robot build and travel costs
Estimated real cost: Team registration, robot, tools, shipping, and travel

Aid: Yes - FIRST and sponsor grants are available
Full aid: Possibly for well-funded or grant-supported teams
Can reach $0: Not verified

Some access details are not verified2027 cycle · Verified Sep 1, 2026

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Opportunity

Hampshire College Summer Studies in Mathematics (HCSSiM)

Yellow Pig Math Foundation (HCSSiM is a legally separate entity from Hampshire College)

In personAmherst, MA (Hampshire College, 893 West St., Amherst, MA 01002) for 2026; a new campus for 2027Rolling

Estimated cost: $0 for domestic students under $85,000 household income (plus travel grant, so travel can also be $0). Above that, the 2025 table shows probable minimums of $0 (to $119,000), $170 ($119,001-$153,000), $510 ($153,001-$187,000), with maximums $1,700 / $3,400 / $6,511; $187,000+ may still qualify
Deadline: Rolling
Eligibility: Not verified

Cost and aid details

Advertised cost: The cost for the 2026 session will be $7,208. There is ample financial aid available.'
Estimated real cost: $0 for domestic students under $85,000 household income (plus travel grant, so travel can also be $0). Above that, the 2025 table shows probable minimums of $0 (to $119,000), $170 ($119,001-$153,000), $510 ($153,001-$187,000), with maximums $1,700 / $3,400 / $6,511; $187,000+ may still qualify

Aid: Yes
Full aid: Yes
Can reach $0: Not verified

Some access details are not verified2026 cycle (54th session, June 28 - Aug 8, 2026); no 2027 info yet - 'More information will be shared in late 2026' · Aug 31, 2026

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Leadership

All-American Model UN School-Year Travel Team

All-American Model United Nations (Model Diplomacy, LLC)

HybridU.S. and international conference locations; virtual cohort trainingRolling

Estimated cost: At least several hundred dollars plus travel; current single-conference page pricing about $950 before airfare
Deadline: Rolling
Eligibility: High school students, grades 9-12

Cost and aid details

Advertised cost: High-cost paid travel team; conference packages vary
Estimated real cost: At least several hundred dollars plus travel; current single-conference page pricing about $950 before airfare

Aid: Yes
Full aid: Not verified
Can reach $0: Not verified

Some access details are not verified2026-27 pricing should be reconfirmed cycle · Aug 31, 2026

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Volunteering

ARCC High School Summer Travel Programs

ARCC Programs

In personDomestic and international destinations; 2027 includes 11 summer programsRolling

Estimated cost: High; exact total depends on selected program and travel origin
Deadline: Rolling
Eligibility: Primarily grades 9-12; exact grade eligibility varies by trip

Cost and aid details

Advertised cost: Several thousand dollars depending on trip, plus airfare
Estimated real cost: High; exact total depends on selected program and travel origin

Some access details are not verifiedSummer 2027 enrollment open cycle · Aug 31, 2026

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Research

New Hampshire Academy of Science Applied Scientific Research Summer Program

New Hampshire Academy of Science

In personLyme, New HampshireRolling

Estimated cost: At least $3,550 plus local expenses
Deadline: Rolling
Eligibility: Grades 8-12 and graduating seniors

Cost and aid details

Advertised cost: $3,550 plus travel, meals, and possible extra materials
Estimated real cost: At least $3,550 plus local expenses

Aid: Yes
Full aid: Potentially substantial; full aid not guaranteed
Can reach $0: Not verified

Some access details are not verified2027 cycle · Verified Sep 1, 2026

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Opportunity

Wharton Future of the Business World

Wharton Global Youth Program, University of Pennsylvania

OnlineOnline; international cohortRolling

Estimated cost: $4,199 with existing technology
Deadline: Rolling
Eligibility: 9-12

Cost and aid details

Advertised cost: $4,099 plus $100 application fee
Estimated real cost: $4,199 with existing technology

Aid: Yes, limited need-based online scholarships typically $500-$4,000; some full scholarships through eligible programs/partners
Full aid: Yes for eligible full-award recipients
Can reach $0: Not verified

Some access details are not verified2026 completed cycle · Verified Aug 31, 2026

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Scholarship

Chick-fil-A Community Scholars 2027

Chick-fil-A, Inc.; administered by Scholarship America

OnlineUnited States, Puerto Rico, or Canada; award application submitted onlineOpen

Award: Scholarship award up to $25,000; no participation fee listed.
Deadline: Nov 3, 2026
Eligibility: Must be 18 years old by July 15, 2027.

Cost and aid details

Award amount: Scholarship award up to $25,000; no participation fee listed.

Some access details are not verified2026-2027 award cycle; enrollment 2027-2028 · Oct 7, 2026

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Scholarship

Cooke College Scholarship Program

Jack Kent Cooke Foundation

Format not verifiedThe current official materials reviewed do not specify a required physical participation site; consult the official page for any event, finalist, or ceremony location.Open

Award: Four year college scholarship support; amount varies
Deadline: Nov 11, 2026
Eligibility: High school seniors graduating in spring 2027

Cost and aid details

Award amount: Four year college scholarship support; amount varies

Some access details are not verified2027 cycle CONFIRMED · Verified Aug 31, 2026

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Scholarship

SMART Scholarship-for-Service Program 2026-2027

U.S. Department of War SMART Scholarship Program; administered by Scholarship America

OnlineNational; U.S. regionally accredited colleges and Department of War sponsoring facilitiesOpen

Award: Full tuition; annual stipend $30,000-$46,000; paid summer internships; civilian employment after degree
Deadline: Dec 4, 2026
Eligibility: High school seniors and incoming college freshmen planning a bachelor's degree beginning Fall 2027.

Cost and aid details

Award amount: Full tuition; annual stipend $30,000-$46,000; paid summer internships; civilian employment after degree

Some access details are not verified2026-2027 application cycle; degree funding begins August 2027 · Oct 7, 2026

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Scholarship

Bilt + John Legend Scholarship for Student Housing Security 2026

Bilt Technologies, Inc. and John Legend; administered by Scholarship America

OnlineOnline application; eligible students at University of Pennsylvania, Morehouse College, Central State University, or Wilberforce University.Open

Award: $850 one-time housing grant
Deadline: Oct 8, 2026
Eligibility: No age requirement stated

Cost and aid details

Award amount: $850 one-time housing grant

Some access details are not verifiedFall 2026 emergency grant cycle · Oct 7, 2026

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Opportunity

Arizona Community Foundation Emergency Grant 2026

Arizona Community Foundation; administered by Scholarship America

OnlineOnline application for current undergraduate students in Arizona Community Foundation service areasOpen

Estimated cost: Cost still being verified
Deadline: Dec 15, 2026
Eligibility: Current undergraduate students enrolled full-time or part-time

Cost and aid details

Advertised cost: Up to $5,000 scholarship; amount varies by fund
Estimated real cost: Cost still being verified

Aid: Yes - scholarship awards
Full aid: Not verified
Can reach $0: Not verified

Some access details are not verified2026 current student grant cycle · Oct 7, 2026

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Opportunity

Community Foundation for Southwest Washington Student Emergency Grant 2026–27

Community Foundation for Southwest Washington; administered by Scholarship America

OnlineOnline application for eligible Community Foundation for Southwest Washington scholarship recipientsOpen

Estimated cost: Cost still being verified
Deadline: Jan 15, 2027
Eligibility: No age requirement stated

Cost and aid details

Advertised cost: Up to $5,000 scholarship; amount varies by fund
Estimated real cost: Cost still being verified

Aid: Yes - scholarship awards
Full aid: Not verified
Can reach $0: Not verified

Some access details are not verified2026-2027 current student grant cycle · Oct 7, 2026

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Summer Program

Penn Management & Technology Summer Institute (M&TSI)

Jerome Fisher Program in Management & Technology, University of Pennsylvania

In personPhiladelphia, PA (University of Pennsylvania campus)Opens Soon

Estimated cost: $0 possible for select full-scholarship recipients only if uncovered costs are separately managed
Deadline: Deadline not announced
Eligibility: Rising high school seniors

Cost and aid details

Advertised cost: $12,000 plus $100 application fee and uncovered travel/meal/personal costs
Estimated real cost: $0 possible for select full-scholarship recipients only if uncovered costs are separately managed

Aid: Yes
Full aid: Yes
Can reach $0: Not verified

Some access details are not verified2027 program dates and cost CONFIRMED; deadline TBA cycle · Aug 31, 2026

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Summer Program

Princeton Summer Journalism Program (PSJP)

Princeton University, Emma Bloomberg Center for Access & Opportunity

In personPrinceton, NJ (Princeton University campus)Opens Soon

Estimated cost: Total not confirmed; required costs still need checking.
Deadline: Deadline not announced
Eligibility: Current high school juniors who will enter senior year after the summer

Cost and aid details

Advertised cost: Free; all expenses including travel are paid
Estimated real cost: Total not confirmed; required costs still need checking.

Aid: Yes
Full aid: Yes
Can reach $0: Not verified

Some access details are not verified2027 opening window CONFIRMED; exact deadline and program dates not yet posted cycle · Aug 31, 2026

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