Cell Biology Academy - CeBA

Duke University Department of Cell Biology

Program overview

Research Triangle-area high school students interested in hands-on cell biology research and biological careers

Eligibility

Must be a high school sophomore, junior, or senior during the 2026-2027 academic year; at least 15 years old by June 1, 2027; strong interest in studying biology in college or exploring a biological career; must have transportation to and from Duke University campus; local Research Triangle area students only; SSN or ITIN required for stipend · No citizenship requirement stated; must have SSN or ITIN to receive the stipend and participate · Must be from or currently located in the Research Triangle area; only local applicants considered

Key details

Organization
Duke University Department of Cell Biology
Type
Paid Summer Research Program
Location
Duke University campus (Research Triangle area)
Format
in-person
Eligible grades
Sophomore, Junior, Senior
Application deadline
March 27 at 5 pm EST (Summer 2026); Summer 2027 deadline TBD
Compensation
Stipend available
Time commitment
6 weeks, full-time, Monday-Friday approximately 9 AM-5 PM; no weekends
Application status
Closed for Summer 2026; Summer 2027 applications accepted in January 2027

How to apply

Apply on the program's own site. Details here were read from that page and can change — confirm them there before applying.

Official program page