Eligibility
Please note that preference is given to high school juniors and students who have not previously had extensive research experience.
- Must be 16 years old by June 29th, 2026
- Must be a Yale Pathways to Science Scholar (What is a Pathways Scholar?)
- Must be enrolled in a high school in the New Haven, West Haven, or Orange/Amity public schools systems
- Must have a GPA of at least 3.0
- Must attend the entire program (June 29th to August 14th, 2026)
Application
The YPRI application includes the following steps:
- Complete the online application. This includes short essays, transcript upload (unofficial is acceptable), and a resume upload.
- Ensure that one STEM teacher recommendation is submitted.
Dates & Information
- Time commitment: 40 hours per week (9 AM - 5 PM), June 25 - Aug 14
- Educational Stipend: $2,500
| Dates | Event |
| January 2026 | Applications Open |
| February 3, 2026 | Virtual Info Session |
| February 24, 2026 | Applications Due |
| March 2026 | Admissions Decisions |
| April 8, 2026 | Family Welcome Dinner |
| Early May 2026 |
Lab Match Announcement + Student Prep Meeting 1 |
| Early June 2026 | Student Prep Meeting 2 |
| Mid June 2026 | Mentor and student intern Meet and Greet |
| June 25 - June 26, 2026 | Orientation |
| June 29 - August 14, 2026 |
7 week internship *, full-time, 9 AM - 5 PM |
| August 14, 2026 | Final Presentation Symposium |
* Monday-Thursday: Interns will be working on their projects in their host labs.
Friday: YPRI will host professional development workshops and group mentorship activities.
QUESTIONS?
Email yalepathways@yale.edu
