Welch Summer Scholar Program
The Welch Summer Scholar Program is a five-week, fully funded chemistry research residency for Texas high school sophomores and juniors at major Texas universities.
Funder: The Welch Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027: Full application deadline | April 2027: Standardized test score submission | April 2027: Recommendation letter upload
Funding Amounts: All program costs (housing, meals, lab expenses) fully covered; no direct stipend or cash award.
Summary: Five-week summer research residency for Texas high school sophomores and juniors interested in chemistry, hosted at major Texas universities.
Key Information: For Texas high school sophomores and juniors only; highly competitive; standardized test scores required.
Description
The Welch Summer Scholar Program (WSSP), sponsored by The Welch Foundation, is a five-week immersive summer research experience for high-achieving Texas high school students interested in chemistry. Participants are placed at one of six leading Texas universities, where they engage in hands-on research alongside faculty and graduate mentors. The program is designed to cultivate scientific curiosity, provide exposure to advanced research methods, and encourage further study in STEM fields. All essential costs—including housing, meals, laboratory expenses, and on-campus activities—are fully funded by the Foundation. The program does not provide a direct monetary award or stipend to participants.
