Below are so many awesome FREE science programs!!
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SCIENCE
New York City has a wealth of opportunities for students who are looking to pursue their interest in science outside of the classroom.
Science can help a child learn new words, sharpen observational skills and re-engage a disinterested learner. Find ways to get your child outside or working in a lab in the summer. From environmental science to engineering or technology, there is a science program for every student.
This list is not exhaustive, and we welcome your feedback and additions. Send your suggestions to info@insideschools.org.
AFTER-SCHOOL SCIENCE CLUBS @ NEW YORK HALL OF SCIENCE
WHAT
Weekly after-school clubs during the school semester, 3:30-6 pm
WHO
Students in grades K-8
DETAILS
Cool chemistry, edible science, dissections and more
TIP
Register early for these popular classes here
COST
Some are free, others cost $250-$275 per semester, scholarships available for Corona residents in zip code 11368
WHEN TO APPLY
Register online until the sessions are filled. Apply early
AMERICAN MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY
WHAT
Science Research classes for smart kids after school
WHO
Grades 10-12
DETAILS
Students researchers learn about stars, trees, evolution, genetics in classes that meet for six weeks twice a week after school
TIP
Mid-December deadline; also check out the low-cost Exploratory Classes on genetics, astronomy and more
COST
Science Research classes are free, but teens must submit grades and Regents scores
WHEN TO APPLY
Applications are due online on an ongoing basis
APPLIED RESEARCH INNOVATIONS IN SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING (ARISE)
WHAT
A 7-week summer program in which students work in a research lab and take college classes at NYU
WHO
10th and 11th grade students with good grades
DETAILS
Research experience in engineering, cyber security, robotics and molecular design fields
TIP
Only 20 students accepted; earn $500 upon completion
COST
FREE
WHEN TO APPLY
Online applications are due in late February
BARUCH COLLEGE STEP (SCIENCE TECHNOLOGY ENTRY PROGRAM) ACADEMY
WHAT
A pre-college science enrichment program for talented middle and high school students in NYC
WHO
Low-income and minority students in grades 7-12 with good grades
DETAILS
Hands-on, lab-based earth science, engineering, or biology class for 4 weeks during the summer taking place everyday from Mon-Thur in July
TIP
Minimum grade point average of 80, NY State resident for minimum of 12 months; check eligibility
COST
FREE
WHEN TO APPLY
Applications are due in May
BEST EXCELLENCE IN SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY (BEST) @ NYU
WHAT
A pre-college science enrichment program for talented middle and high school students in NYC
WHO
Low-income and minority students in grades 7-12 with good grades, who attend middle or high school in Community School District 13, Brooklyn
DETAILS
Take math and science classes, participate in group research, and prepare for the PSAT and SAT/ACT
TIP
Students also work with mentors on career and college exploration
COST
$350 for the summer session
WHEN TO APPLY
Applications are due in March
BROOKLYN BOTANIC GARDEN
WHAT
Science classes in the spring and summer
WHO
Every age, including adults
DETAILS
Take a scavenger hunt; explore nature through art
TIP
The gardens have much to offer beyond classes: pot a plant or touch composting worms at a drop-in family workshop
COST
Sliding scale scholarships based on income
WHEN TO APPLY
Register for the classes online. Application deadlines vary depending on the date of the program
BROOKLYN CULTURAL ADVENTURES SUMMER CAMP
WHAT
Two-week summer day camp for arts and science
WHO
Middle and high school students
DETAILS
Visit Brooklyn museums, parks, the zoo: meet a python, make a film, pet a chinchilla
TIP
Lots of walking
COST
Sliding scale scholarships based on income
WHEN TO APPLY
Online registration opens in December
CHILDREN'S LIBRARY DISCOVERY CENTER
WHAT
An exhibit at the Queens Library with hands-on displays available all year
WHO
Children ages 3-12 and their families
DETAILS
Exhibits include a bug viewer and activities about magnets, sound, and mirrors
TIP
The Center also offers research, report, and homework help
COST
FREE
CITY PARKS FOUNDATION: COASTAL CLASSROOM
WHAT
After-school workshops in waterfront parks
WHO
Grades 4 and up
DETAILS
After school between March and November, youth and community members don waterproof overalls and slosh into rivers and creeks to learn about water quality
TIP
To learn more about this free program call 212-360-3327
COST
FREE
WHEN TO APPLY
Scheduling for classes begins in March
CITY PARKS FOUNDATION: GREEN GIRLS SUMMER INSTITUTE
WHAT
Four-weeks of summer science field trips for girls
WHO
Middle school girls
DETAILS
Daily field trips throughout July to the city's parks and waterways for hands-on activities related to ecology, biology, zoology, botany
TIP
Preference to girls from Long Island City and Astoria
COST
FREE
WHEN TO APPLY
Applications are due in June
CITY PARKS FOUNDATION: YOUTH MADE MEDIA
WHAT
Multi-media/technology after school & summer program at five sites throughout the city
WHO
Middle and high school students
DETAILS
Learn all aspects of production after school or during a summer institute
TIP
Teens can earn school credits for their work
COST
FREE
WHEN TO APPLY
Ongoing. Students must contact the recreation center where the program is housed
COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY SCIENCE HONORS PROGRAM
WHAT
College classes in physics, chemistry and biology during school year
WHO
Smart high school students from NY, NJ, CT
DETAILS
Teens pick from over 30 classes taught by science researchers and attend from Sept-May
TIP
Competitive but once you get in, you can return all three years
COST
FREE
WHEN TO APPLY
Applications are due in February
COOPER UNION RESEARCH INTERNSHIP
WHAT
A summer internship focused on engineering, math, chemistry, physics, and astronomy
WHO
High school sophomores and juniors
DETAILS
Work in groups, attend lectures, and participate in workshops and labs
TIP
Sophomores may choose to participate in a second internship at the end of their junior year
COST
FREE
WHEN TO APPLY
The application is due in March
DYCD (DEPARTMENT OF YOUTH AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT) SUMMER ENRICHMENT PROGRAM
WHAT
A summer program that focuses on academic enrichment and creative pursuits
WHO
Middle school students of working families
DETAILS
Participants pursue literacy and STEM-enrichment activities, along with projects in theater, music, creative arts and recreational activities, plus planned trips and community explorations. Programs are open from 8 AM to 6 PM
TIP
Several program sites, see program directory here
COST
FREE
WHEN TO APPLY
Pre-enrollment deadline is in June, Regular enrollment is in July
EXPLAINER PROGRAM @ THE NEW YORK BOTANICAL GARDEN
WHAT
Teens teach kids about plants at the NY Botanical Garden in year round program
WHO
Middle and high school students
DETAILS
Train as a volunteer during the school year and summer, then get paid to work in the Everett Children’s Adventure Garden
TIP
Free Metro Cards and free entry for family and friends
COST
FREE
WHEN TO APPLY
Students may apply three times a year after attending an open house. There are open houses in February, May, and September
EXPLORAVISION
WHAT
A science and technology competition in which a teacher sponsors and leads a group of students to simulate real research and development
WHO
Grades K-12
DETAILS
Teams pick an invention, research it and imagine how it looks in the future; past winners designed a crime fighting laser and a futuristic newspaper
TIP
Website is busy and wordy, check sample projects for a quick peek
COST
FREE
WHEN TO APPLY
Projects must be submitted by late January
EXXONMOBIL BERNARD HARRIS SUMMER SCIENCE CAMP @ THE CITY COLLEGE OF NEW YORK
WHAT
A 2-week summer camp for female and minority students
WHO
Middle school students from typically underrepresented groups
DETAILS
Do science experiments, go on field trips and learn about lots of different scientific topics
TIP
Participants sleep over at City College of New York
COST
FREE
WHEN TO APPLY
Online applications are posted in February
FOREST PROJECT SUMMER COLLABORATIVE @ WAVE HILL
WHAT
Protect and preserve Wave Hill's woodlands during summer vacation
WHO
High school students with good grades
DETAILS
Small crews spruce up woodland paths & remove invasive species in July and August
TIP
Earn an hourly wage and take a free class at Lehman College
COST
FREE
WHEN TO APPLY
Applications are due in late March
FUN WITH DNA CAMP AT THE HARLEM DNA LAB
WHAT
Five day DNA science camp
WHO
Rising 6th and 7th graders
DETAILS
Campers will be immersed in hands-on activities and laboratory experiments designed to increase genetic literacy, encourage critical and creative thinking, and spark interest in the field of biotechnology
TIP
Application includes 2 essays and teacher's letter of support
COST
$20 registration fee
WHEN TO APPLY
June
GODDARD SPACE FLIGHT CENTER HIGH SCHOOL INTERNSHIPS
WHAT
Various summer internships relating to math, science, engineering, and technology
WHO
High school students, including recent grads, with a GPA of at least 3.0
DETAILS
The National Space Club Scholars Program is one internship offered and provides a stipend of $1,800 for the 6-week program
TIP
Some internships take place at NASA Goddard Space Flight Center in Maryland, but others are available in different locations, including the New York City Research Initiative
COST
FREE
WHEN TO APPLY
Applications may be submitted between November and March
GODDARD SUMMER INSTITUTE OF ROBOTICS (SIR)
WHAT
A 2-week summer residential program at Morgan State University in Baltimore
WHO
High school students interested in careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics
DETAILS
Learn about the science behind robot design and operation
TIP
The program is run in conjunction with NASA
COST
FREE
WHEN TO APPLY
Applications are due in May
HARLEM DNA LAB
WHAT
One-week summer camps devoted to genetics
WHO
Middle and high school students
DETAILS
Teens learn genetics in a state-of-the-art lab located in JHS 45
TIP
Learn more about DNA from these student-made videos
COST
Some classes cost around $400, but others are free
WHEN TO APPLY
Registration opens in late winter
HEALTH PROFESSIONS RECRUITMENT AND EXPOSURE PROGRAM (HPREP) @ WEILL CORNELL MEDICAL COLLEGE
WHAT
A 10-session program that runs from January-March and introduces teens to medical professions
WHO
High school sophomores and juniors
DETAILS
Learn about the steps needed to become a physician or health care provider
TIP
The program is designed to serve the needs of minority students interested in careers in science and medicine
COST
FREE
WHEN TO APPLY
Applications are due in November
HUMAN ONCOLOGY AND PATHOGENESIS PROGRAM (HOPP) SUMMER STUDENT PROGRAM
WHAT
8-week paid summer internship at the Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center
WHO
10-12th graders in NYC or the Tri-State area with good grades and an interest in science and lab research
DETAILS
Work with a mentor and do independent lab research
TIP
Great for those interested in pursuing careers in the biomedical sciences
COST
FREE
WHEN TO APPLY
Applications are due in March
INTREPID SEA, AIR & SPACE MUSEUM: CAMP G.O.A.L.S. FOR GIRLS
WHAT
Summer science camp for girls
WHO
8th and 9th grade girls who attend NYC schools
DETAILS
Sea life, aviation, astronomy & more at the Intrepid Museum
TIP
The Intrepid also offers one-week camps during school breaks
COST
FREE
WHEN TO APPLY
Applications are due in March
JUNIOR ZOO SCIENTIST PROGRAM AT THE QUEENS ZOO
WHAT
Five day STEM camp
WHO
Rising 5th- 7th graders
DETAILS
Campers learn how science, technology, engineering and math help the Queens Zoo to build exhibits, care for the wildlife collection, and teach visitors
TIP
Application includes 2 essays and teacher's letter of support
COST
$20 registration fee
WHEN TO APPLY
July
LEARNING CURVE
WHAT
A free summer program that teaches teens how to launch a start-up in 30 days
WHO
High school students
DETAILS
Take classes in science, technology, engineering, art, math, and design and design your own start-up
TIP
Students must commit to completing all assignments and building a prototype within the prescribed 30 day period
COST
FREE
WHEN TO APPLY
Applications are due in April
MILLIONTREES NYC
WHAT
A program to train volunteers to care for the city's trees year round
WHO
Anybody who loves nature
DETAILS
Participate in citywide volunteer tree-planting and tree-care workshops
TIP
Help MillionTrees meet its goal of planting a million trees across all five boroughs by 2017
COST
FREE
WHEN TO APPLY
Register online for specific volunteer opportunities at least a day in advance
MITES (MINORITY INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING, ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND SCIENCE)
WHAT
A free 6-week residential, academic enrichment summer program at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
WHO
Rising high school seniors
DETAILS
Take calculus, physics, natural science, and humanities courses in addition to one hands-on elective
TIP
Eighty students from across the country are selected for the program each year
COST
FREE
WHEN TO APPLY
Apply between November and February
NATURAL AREAS VOLUNTEER PROGRAM @ CITY OF NEW YORK PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
WHAT
A volunteer program caring for the city’s parks year round
WHO
Anybody who loves nature
DETAILS
Learn how to identify weeds and remove them
TIP
Look for volunteer opportunities through the NAV Program at the Parks and Recreation Department website
COST
FREE
WHEN TO APPLY
Register online for specific volunteer opportunities at least a day in advance
NEW YORK CITY SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING FAIR (NYCSEF)
WHAT
The city's largest high school research competition
WHO
High school students
DETAILS
Every year more than a thousand students compete
TIP
Winners of the NYCSEF will represent Team NYC at the Intel International Science and Engineering Fair to compete to win more than $4 million in awards
COST
FREE
WHEN TO APPLY
The application deadline is in December, and the preliminary round of competition is in March at The City College of New York
NEW YORK URBAN LEAGUE'S NEXT (NYUL’S EXPERIENTIAL TECHNOLOGY) ACADEMY
WHAT
A summer program to learn about technology, STEM fields, entrepreneurial options, coding, college and career choices
WHO
Rising 9th graders and parents
DETAILS
Experiential technology program comprised of two summer learning academies with student (6 week) and parent (4 week) tracks
TIP
Student track is 3 days/week and parent track is 1-2 evenings/week
COST
FREE
WHEN TO APPLY
Applications are due in June
NYC SUMMER QUEST
WHAT
Five-week academic and arts summer camp at several Bronx locations
WHO
Elementary and middle school students
DETAILS
Serious "Common Core" learning in the AM, sports, dance, art & field trips in the PM
TIP
Families like the work-fun balance
COST
FREE
WHEN TO APPLY
You may enroll as late as July, but capacity is limited so apply early
NYC SUMMER STEM
WHAT
A new citywide pilot program to provide students with high-quality, engaging STEM instruction. The program focuses on bringing high-quality STEM education to high-needs students and communities and will run for four weeks for 2nd-graders and five weeks for 7th and 10th-graders.
WHO
Students who just completed grades 2, 7, and 10
DETAILS
Working with NYU Polytechnic, DOE is selecting 10 site locations that are central within their borough and easily accessible by public transportation. Students will apply to the program by borough, and applications for the program will be available in mid-May. DOE will conduct outreach to ensure that students in high-needs communities and students from Renewal Schools, as well as English Language Learners and students with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. Within each borough, applicants will be selected for the program randomly.
TIP
SUMMER STEM will serve 1,200 total students – 400 from each of the three grades – at 10 sites across the City, one in each of the five boroughs for 2nd-graders and one in each of the five boroughs for 7th and 10th-graders.
COST
FREE
WHEN TO APPLY
Mid-May
THE PERRY INITIATIVE
WHAT
Inspiring Women to be Leaders in Orthopaedic Surgery and Engineering
WHO
Preference will be given to senior-level students who cannot reapply for the program
DETAILS
The Perry Initiative partners with medical centers, universities, and high schools to host Perry Outreach Programs for young women in high school, college, and medical school. These day-long programs are held at different locations nationwide throughout the year. Participants perform mock orthopaedic surgeries and conduct biomechanical engineering experiments, while also hearing from prominent women engineers and surgeons in the field
TIP
The Perry Initiative will review all applications, and students will be admitted based on the quality of their essays
COST
FREE
WHEN TO APPLY
Varies on program and location
PROJECT TRUE
WHAT
Project TRUE, Teens Researching Urban Ecology, is an internship program where NYC high-school students learn about the NYC ecosystem and conduct research as part of a collaborative team with Fordham University scientists and WCS professionals
WHO
High school juniors in good standing
DETAILS
You will contribute to ongoing research projects in collaboration with Fordham University and WCS scientists. You will work at one or more of the WCS Zoos (Central Park Zoo, Prospect Park Zoo, Queens Zoo, Bronx Zoo)
TIP
You must attend all 150 hours of sessions
COST
FREE
WHEN TO APPLY
Currently Accepting Interest Forms
ROCKEFELLER UNIVERSITY SUMMER NEUROSCIENCE PROGRAM
WHAT
A free 2-week summer course introducing students to the brain
WHO
High school students 16 or older
DETAILS
Students work closely with mentors and get lots of experience with scientific research
TIP
Students must be nominated by a teacher in order to participate
COST
FREE
WHEN TO APPLY
Applications are due in January
ROCKEFELLER UNIVERSITY SUMMER SCIENCE RESEARCH PROGRAM (SSRP)
WHAT
A free 7-week summer research program at a top biomedical research facility
WHO
High school students 16 or older
DETAILS
Students work closely with mentors and get lots of experience with scientific research
TIP
Stipends may be available for students experiencing financial hardship
COST
FREE
WHEN TO APPLY
Applications are due in January
SCHOOL'S OUT INNOVATION CAMPS NEW YORK HALL OF SCIENCE IN QUEENS
WHAT
Science-focused summer camps
WHO
Students in grades K-8
DETAILS
Various week-long sessions held during school breaks to explore hands-on science, from video game creation to toy making
TIP
Check out the MakerSpace blog for science project ideas
COST
FREE
WHEN TO APPLY
Register online until the sessions are filled. Apply early
SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY ENTRY PROGRAM (STEP) @ NYU
WHAT
A pre-college science enrichment program for talented middle and high school students in NYC
WHO
Low-income and minority middle and high school students in grades 7-12 with good grades
DETAILS
Take math and science classes, participate in group research, and prepare for the PSAT and SAT/ACT
TIP
Students also work with mentors on career and college exploration
COST
$350 for the summer session
WHEN TO APPLY
Applications are due in March
SCIENCE CAREER LADDER @ NEW YORK HALL OF SCIENCE
WHAT
Train to teach others about science in this year round program
WHO
14-25 year olds
DETAILS
Must commit to one year of volunteering before applying for a year round paid position of 7-20 hours/week to explain exhibits
TIP
Selection not based on grades but interview and application; visit the Explainer's blog to learn more
COST
FREE
WHEN TO APPLY
NYSCI generally hires three times a year and expects a commitment of at least one year
SCIENCE OF SMART CITIES
WHAT
Science, engineering and technology summer program at NYU
WHO
Grades 7-8
DETAILS
Make "smart cities" out of Lego, learn physics with parachutes, test the pH of the water, explore city transportation
TIP
Harlem and other locations too
COST
FREE
WHEN TO APPLY
Applications are due in May
SEEK
WHAT
Three-week summer day camp for budding engineers
WHO
Grades 3-8
DETAILS
Build gravity cruisers, gliders and solar-powered cars; sponsored by the National Society of Black Engineers
TIP
Black college students majoring in STEM fields serve as counselors; breakfast and lunch provided
COST
FREE
WHEN TO APPLY
New student registration opens in February
SHIP @ ST. JOSEPH'S SUMMER HACKERS IMMERSION PROGRAM
WHAT
A 4-week summer camp where students improve their computer skills at St. Joseph's College in Brooklyn
WHO
Rising 9-12th graders
DETAILS
Learn new coding skills and meet and work with professional coders
TIP
All levels are welcome
COST
The cost of the program is $445, but financial aid is available for families demonstrating financial hardship. Invited students may request a fee reduction during the payment process
WHEN TO APPLY
Applications are due in May
STEM INSTITUTE @ THE CITY COLLEGE OF NEW YORK
WHAT
A free summer program for female and minority students
WHO
Students in grades 9-11
DETAILS
Take summer classes in science, math, English, engineering, and computer programming
TIP
Participants may receive one elective high school credit
COST
FREE
WHEN TO APPLY
Applications are due in April
SUMMER HIGH SCHOOL INTERNSHIP PROGRAM @ NOAA'S CENTER OF EXCELLENCE IN REMOTE SENSING SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
WHAT
A 6-week summer internship
WHO
High school juniors and seniors with a 3.0 GPA or higher
DETAILS
Work with graduate students and professors on a variety of topics relating to meteorology
TIP
Only about 10 students are selected
COST
FREE
WHEN TO APPLY
Applications are due in May
SUMMER RESEARCH INSTITUTE @ NASA NEW YORK CITY RESEARCH INITIATIVE (NYCRI)
WHAT
A summer program at 12 colleges in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut, and at NASA's Goddard Institute for Space Studies
WHO
High school students over the age of 16 and undergrads
DETAILS
Get experience doing lab research on NASA-funded projects
TIP
Applicants must have a 3.0 GPA and a B average in all math and science courses; two letters of recommendation and a personal essay are also required
COST
FREE
WHEN TO APPLY
Applications must be completed online and are due in March
WEATHER CAMP @ NOAA'S CENTER OF EXCELLENCE IN REMOTE SENSING SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
WHAT
A free 2-week summer weather camp
WHO
High school students
DETAILS
Learn about meteorology by launching weather balloons, going inside the radar dome, and going camping
TIP
Only 6-12 students are selected
COST
FREE
WHEN TO APPLY
Applications are due in May
WEILL CORNELL YOUTH SCHOLARS PROGRAM
WHAT
Summer classes in anatomy and physiology; experience a hospital setting
WHO
11th graders interested in science and medicine
DETAILS
In this July program teens participate in anatomy labs, meet doctors and med students, and receive college application help
TIP
Lunch and money for transportation included
COST
FREE
WHEN TO APPLY
Applications are due in April
WILDLIFE ECOLOGY AT THE STATEN ISLAND ZOO
WHAT
Five day wildlife ecology camp
WHO
Rising 3rd-8th graders
DETAILS
Through hands-on and inquiry-based learning, campers will: study the interaction of living and nonliving things within an ecosystem; observe adaptations of different classes of animals; and create their own species and its habitat
TIP
Application includes 2 essays and teacher's letter of support
COST
$20 registration fee
WHEN TO APPLY
July
WOODLAND ECOLOGY RESEARCH MENTORSHIP @ WAVE HILL
WHAT
Field research with scientists combined with college classes during the summer and academic year
WHO
9th and 10th graders with good grades
DETAILS
Test the water, canoe the Bronx River, hike Black Rock Forest, design a research project & take college classes over 14 months
TIP
Earn 6 college credits, $1,200 & 30 hours of community service.
COST
FREE
WHEN TO APPLY
Applications are due in early March
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