How to Apply

Important Dates: 

  • 2026 Program Period: June 22, 2026 – August 14, 2026
  • 2026 Program Application Period: NOW CLOSED
  • Application Review Period: December 16, 2025 – February 28, 2026
  • Participant Selection Notification: March 1–15, 2026

Before starting the application process, please review the FAQ information for answers to frequently asked questions.

Important Requirements for Summer Program Applicants:

  • Applicants must be at least 18 years of age or older by the first day of the program (due to minimum age requirements in facilities). No exceptions can be made.
  • Undergraduate students may apply if they are at least 18 years of age and older by the first day of the program.
  • Graduate students are not eligible.
  • Medical students are not eligible.
  • Applicants must be authorized to work in the US. Visa holders are not eligible.
  • Applicants will be required to provide their GPA and Stem GPA on the application. A minimum of a 3.2 GPA for both are required to apply.
  • Selected participants will be required to have immunizations and TB test results which are current through the program end date.
  • A limited number of program-sponsored housing slots are available to applicants originating from outside of the area.
  • Transportation to/from Seattle, meals, and local transportation while participating in the program are the responsibility of the applicant.
  • Participants must be available to work at least 40 hours every week for the duration of the entire 8-week program.

Required Application Materials:

  1. Letter of Interest: Addressed to the Selection Committee, this letter should express your interest in STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) and include a narrative explaining why you are interested in the program. 
  2. Current Resume
  3. Unofficial Transcript
  4. At least one letter of recommendation: This must be from a faculty member in STEM. Recommendations do not have a specific word or length requirement.

Application Deadline: All materials must be submitted via the online portal by the application deadline (*now closed for the 2026 program). Application materials sent to nsssp@uw.edu will not be accepted.

For applicant assistance (application troubleshooting and frequently asked questions), please see HERE.

For any questions or concerns, contact:

  • Julie Bould, NSSSP Program Coordinator
  • Email: nsssp@uw.edu