HOPP Summer Student Program
Research & internships · Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center · New York, NY
Eight-week research in Human Oncology and Pathogenesis Program labs.
Our take
Paid cancer research at MSK for students 14 and up. Commuter only.
“Helps an application” is our read on how much an admissions reader is likely to weigh it: Strong means getting in or placing is a real achievement, Solid means it shows real interest and effort, and Light usually means most students who apply and pay can attend. It’s our opinion, not a ranking from any college, and a light one can still be a great summer.
The details
- Run by
- Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center
- Type
- Research & internships
- Format
- Commuter, New York, NY
- When
- Summer, 8 weeks
- Who can apply
- 9th–11th grade
- How hard to get in
- Highly selective
- Cost
- Free
- Deadline
- Usually closes in February.
- Subjects
- Life Sciences, Pre-Med / Health
Dates, costs and rules change every year. Check the official site before you apply. Last checked October 18, 2026.
Questions
Is HOPP Summer Student Program worth it?
Paid cancer research at MSK for students 14 and up. Commuter only. On how much it helps a college application, we rate it strong.
How much does HOPP Summer Student Program cost?
It’s free, or it pays you. Check the official site for this year’s price.
When is the HOPP Summer Student Program deadline?
Usually closes in February. Exact dates change every year, so confirm on the official site.
Who can apply to HOPP Summer Student Program?
Students in 9th–11th grade. It is highly selective.
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