Boston University RISE

About this program

6-week summer research program - For rising seniors - Students are matched with BU faculty and research labs across fields such as biomedicine, neuroscience, chemistry, computer science, and engineering. The Internship Track places students directly in ongoing research under faculty mentorship, while the Practicum Track provides intensive team-based research in computational neurobiology. Students gain hands-on lab experience, learn research methods, and present their work at the RISE Poster Symposium. Tuition required; financial aid available.

Who should apply

Purely Merit

Application requirements

Essays: Yes. Letters of recommendation: Yes.

Good to know

Total cost ranges from ~$9,500-$9,900 (including tuition, fees, and room & board, depending on meal plan). Scholarships and financial aid are available to help offset expenses.

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