APPLICATION
What are the eligibility requirements for the
Einstein-Montefiore Summer High School Research Program?
All participants must be U.S. citizens currently attending high school in the United
States. We strongly encourage minority students from underserved populations to apply.
Is there a minimum age or grade level?
Yes, students must be at least 16 years old by the start of the program. Please note: there are
no exceptions to this rule. There are no minimum grade level requirements. For example, a high school
sophomore may apply to the program if he or she will be 16 years old by the starting date.
Are there any minimum GPA or curriculum requirements?
There is no minimum requirement. Of particular importance is the student’s interest in science
as indicated by science courses, prior experiences, and a strong letter of recommendation from a high school
science teacher.
Is there a fee to submit an application or participate in
the program?
No, there is no fee to apply and there is no cost to participate in the program. However,
participants are responsible for arranging their own transportation to the Einstein campus and their own
meals.
Can students apply to the program if they live outside the
Tri-State Area (NY, NJ, CT)?
No, the program is limited to students who live in the tri-state area. IMPORTANT NOTE: the
Einstein-Montefiore Summer High School Research Program is unable to provide housing. It is the
responsibility of the student to arrange convenient daily transportation to Einstein before the program
begins.
Can I mail in my application?
No. All applications (including recommendation letters) must be submitted via the online
application system. If you have issues with your online application, please contact phd@einsteinmed.edu.
Subject: E-M High School Program.
Is it possible to request permission to apply after the
deadline?
Late or incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
Whom should I ask to write recommendation letters for me?
In order for your application to be reviewed, you must have at least 1 letter of recommendation
letter from a science teacher. The letter should be written by someone who can attest to your background in
science (biology, chemistry, or physics), your academic achievements, and your strong interest in science.
Recommendation letters from family or friends are not appropriate and will not be reviewed.
Should I contact the faculty member of a particular
laboratory?
Applicants should not contact individual faculty members.
When will students find out whether or not they’ve been
accepted to the Einstein-Montefiore Summer High School Research Program?
Acceptance to the Einstein-Montefiore Summer High School Research Program is on a rolling
basis. In general, most students will be notified between late April and early June.
If I am accepted, how long will I have to confirm that I
will participate in the program?
If accepted, you will have 5 days to accept or decline the offer. If we do not hear from you
by the deadline date, we will assume that your have declined the offer. There will be no exceptions to the
deadline date.
Is there a waitlist?
No, we do not utilize a waitlist. Students are notified on a rolling basis as long as space in
the program is still available. Occasionally, students may not be notified until mid-June.
Whom should I contact if my parent or teacher has further
questions?
Please contact the E-M High School Program Administrator by e-mail at phd@einsteinmed.edu. Subject: E-M High School
PROGRAM
When does the program begin and end?
The program dates run from late June to late July. Students accepted into the program must commit to full time participation for the duration of the four week program (9am-5pm, Monday-Friday).
Can students start later or leave earlier than the
Einstein-Montefiore Summer High School Research Program's official start and end dates?
Students accepted into the program must commit to full time participation for the duration of
the four week program (9am-5pm, Monday-Friday). Late start or early termination are not available.
What is the daily and weekly time commitment?
T Students are expected to be in the laboratory from 9am-5pm, Monday- Friday. In addition,
students must participate in the various enrichment sessions of the program (approximately 3 hours of
classes and lectures each week).
Is there any time for other activities?
No, the Einstein-Montefiore Summer High School Research Program is an intense summer
experience requiring full-time participation in the laboratory and enrichment sessions, as well as
preparation for a poster presentation.
Is it possible to participate in the program part-time?
No, participants are required to participate fully in the entire four weeks of the program
including the poster session on the last day. Students who cannot fulfill this commitment are not eligible
for the program.
How many students participate in the program?
The Einstein-Montefiore Summer High School Research Program usually has 12-15 students.
Can students choose their own laboratories?
Students will be placed in a laboratory according to the research interests indicated on the
application and the availability of space and mentors within the laboratory. Please note that many
laboratories are unable to host high school students because of the type of research (e.g. infectious
diseases research or research with human patients) going on in the laboratory.
Are stipends available?
There is no stipend for the program.
GENERAL INFORMATION
After the summer, can I submit My Einstein (formerly Luminis)-Montefiore
Summer High School Research Program research findings/poster/abstract to another science fair not
affiliated with the Albert Einstein College of Medicine?
It is important to note that any scientific work you conduct at Einstein during the
Einstein-Montefiore Summer High School Research Program is the property of the Albert Einstein College of
Medicine. Therefore, you must obtain formal written consent from the laboratory head to use this work in
another science fair.
Can my summer project be used for competition in national
science contests?
No, the summer research program is only one month in duration. This is too short a time for
you to complete sufficient work for a national science competition project.
