Barrow Neuroscience Bootcamp

About the Young Scholar Program

Are you intrigued by the human brain? Are you interested in learning more about how scientists study it and how doctors treat it?

This four-day program will provide high school students with the opportunity to learn about ongoing research and clinical approaches to study and treat brain disorders. In addition to lectures provided by Barrow scientists and clinicians, students will have the opportunity to tour Barrow research laboratories.

More Information

No cost to selected students
Public transportation vouchers available
Breakfast and lunch included

Please note: Not all applicants will be accepted to the program.

Joining the Program

Note: The application for the 2025 program is now closed. Please check back later this year if you would like to apply for the 2026 program.

If you would like to participate, please fill out the online application that includes a one-page personal statement by January 31, 2025. School transcripts and a letter of recommendation will not be required. Students will be notified of their selection during the first week of February. This program, scheduled for March 17 to March 20, 2025, is at no cost to you, and meals will be provided during the week.

Application Deadlines

December 2025: Application opens
January 2026: Application closes
First week of February: Students will be notified of their selection or not via email