Recent high school graduates or transfer students who have been accepted to UT Austin can participate in research the summer before they begin their degree work.  This can be a part of an early-start program, such as Summer Honors Chemistry or the Degree-in-Three, or it can simply be a stand-alone experience.  To learn more about each option, please click on the links below.

- Summer Honors Chemistry

- Degree in Three

Volunteer Research Experiences

Dates (Note: Dates can be somewhat flexible dependent upon students enrollment in summer courses.)

Session 1:

Monday, 6/11/2012 - 7/6/2012

Session 2:

Monday, 7/16/2012- Friday 8/10/2012

Fees

The registration fee for the Summer Research Academy is $150, independent of participation in one or two sessions.  The supply and instruction fee is $350 per student per session.  There will also be a one-time fee of $10 for a student identification card.  Students have the option of applying to participate in one or both of the 4 week sessions.  Payment of fees are not required until students have been accepted into the program.

Fee waivers are available on a limted basis.  Please submit a letter demonstrating financial need to be considered for a waiver.  Letters can be submitted to Melissa Taylor Goessling by email no later than April 15, 2012.  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

How to Apply

Applications include the on-line application and liability release form.  All application materials are due by April 15th, 2012.  (Note: Incoming UT students do not need to submit a teacher recommendation for this program.)

Applications can be filled out and submitted here.

Applicants must also submit a Liability Release Form.

For questions, please contact Melissa Taylor Goessling: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .