Summer Science Program — SSP International

About the program

The Summer Science Program (SSP) is one of the most rigorous and selective academic summer programs in the world. It offers two research tracks: Astrophysics (where students track asteroids and calculate their orbits using real telescopes) and Biochemistry (where they investigate protein structures). It takes place at universities in the U.S. for 39 days. Need-based financial aid is available — no student has been rejected due to lack of funds. Only ~36 students are accepted per session.

Area of work

• Astrophysics
• Biochemistry
• Scientific Research
• Astronomy
• Molecular Biology

Eligibility and application guide

• Students aged 16–18 with strong foundations in mathematics and sciences
• Application in English
• Need-based financial aid available — do not self-reject due to cost

About the process

1. Visit ssp.org
2. Apply online
3. Teacher recommendations + academic transcript
4. Selection
5. 39 days of real research

Tags

#astrophysics #biochemistry #research #STEM #international #highschool

Quick access

Go directly to the official opportunity site.

Application deadline

January / February

Location

In-person

Level

High school

Age

15–18 years

Cost

With cost

Language

English

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