Tulane Science Scholars Program
The Tulane Science Scholars Program (TSSP) is an elite pre-collegiate summer experience for exceptional rising 11th and 12th-grade students with demonstrated talent in the sciences, engineering, and mathematics. Offered through Tulane’s School of Science and Engineering, TSSP grants students the unparalleled opportunity to enroll in and earn college credit before receiving a high school diploma.
Accelerate your academic journey and jumpstart your STEM career.
Over the course of this two-week program, you will get a taste of college life, preparing you for your undergraduate studies. Your days will be spent in challenging, college-credit coursework, attending cutting-edge lectures and labs led by distinguished Tulane faculty.
TSSP is primarily a residential program, designed for complete campus immersion. Students living on campus will enjoy a curated variety of evening and weekend activities both on and off campus, exploring Tulane and New Orleans. We provide ample free time for reading and studying to successfully manage the rigor of the college-level courses. A limited commuter option is also available for students residing in the greater New Orleans area.
How to Apply
Applicants should be rising 11th and 12th graders who have a strong interest in science and mathematics. Admission decisions are made on a rolling basis; you are encouraged to apply early to ensure a seat in your preferred course.
You will need the following items for your online application:
- A copy of your full high school transcript (official or unofficial)
- An essay explaining your interest in your selected courses
- A teacher recommendation
Financial aid for tuition is awarded based on demonstrated need, and priority is given to Louisiana residents. If you need assistance completing your application or have questions about aid, email summer@tulane.edu for more information.
High School Summer Research Program
The Tulane Center for K-12 STEM Education is excited to offer a paid research experience for a select group of high schoolers who will have the unique opportunity to work directly with faculty and graduate students from Tulane’s School of Science and Engineering in research laboratories. Those accepted into this program will receive a stipend to work for six weeks during Summer 2026. In addition, the selected students will be awarded a full-tuition scholarship to attend a 3-credit course as part of the Tulane Science Scholars Program for the upcoming summer.
To be considered for the program, you must:
- Be a rising high school junior or senior.
- Apply for a TSSP course.
- Be from the Greater New Orleans area and be able to commute to campus Monday - Friday for the duration of your TSSP course, as well as three days a week for the remainder of the summer.
- Attend a public school.
- Apply for financial aid.
Priority consideration is given to students who qualify for free or reduced-price lunch at school or will be a first-generation college student. Directions on how to apply for the research program will be shown to applicants who may be eligible after completing the financial aid page of the application. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so we recommend that you apply early.
Summer 2026 Courses
All TSSP courses are offered for three hours of Tulane credit, which may be transferable to another university. To review last year's courses, click on the Course Descriptions button below. More information about Summer 2026 courses will be published soon.
" I had a great time both summers as a TSSP scholar. I felt that the coursework was challenging, interesting and a good preview of what it might be like as an undergraduate student at Tulane. I still keep in touch with friends I made from both summers. I highly recommend the program! "
— Stephen B., 2024
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