Envisioning a world inspired by Science
SSP International is on a mission to promote learning, doing, and belonging in science. Our STEM research programs equip participants with the tools for scientific inquiry, fueling their curiosity and inspiring growth.
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A Legacy of
Hands-On Learning
SSP International, Inc. is a nonprofit offering immersive, transformational science immersion experiences. Founded in 1959 with the launch of the first Summer Science Program, the organization runs STEM research programs for youth that foster teamwork, curiosity, and innovation.
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Hands-On Research Experiences
SSP International’s flagship program is a rigorous five-week residential summer research experience designed for highly motivated high school juniors. Participants engage in advanced research in astrophysics, biochemistry, bacterial genomics, and synthetic chemistry while living on a college campus. Summer Science Program has offered participants “the educational experience of a lifetime” for over 66 years.
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Are you a rising high school senior with a passion for science who is motivated to work hard, learn from leading scientists in world-class labs, live on a college campus, and make friends for life? Learn more about whether the Summer Science Program is for you.
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