CRHS & RISE Application 2026

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Application for Cancer Research High School Program (CRHS) & Remote Immersive Science Experience (HCI-RISE)

Cancer Research High School Program

The Cancer Research High School (CRHS) Program at Huntsman Cancer Institute is sponsored by the American Cancer Society and seeks to increase the participation of women in biomedical fields, especially cancer research and medicine.

Program Information

The CRHS program provides a two-week virtual experience for female students going into their sophomore or junior year of high school. The program includes a series of virtual workshops, panels, and hands-on research activities using a laboratory science kit which will be sent directly to the participant's home.

Week 1: Hands-on Cancer Research-Live online laboratory instruction with at-home experiment kit
Week 2: Career Exploration in Cancer Research & Medicine-Virtual professional development workshop sessions

Dates & Time:

Date: July 6 - 17, 2026
Time: 8:30 a.m. MST - 12:30 p.m. MST (Monday - Friday)

Benefits

Receive financial compensation up to $500
Connect with other high school students across the country
Attend presentations, panel discussions, and professional development workshops with research and medical professionals across the United States

Eligibility Criteria

Must be a high school student in Utah, Nevada, Montana, Idaho, Wyoming
Must have completed their freshman or sophomore year of high school prior to the program start (i.e., rising sophomores and juniors)
Must be able to commit to four hours of virtual meetings Monday through Friday for two weeks in the summer (dates and times specified above)
Must have parental or guardian consent to participate

Expectations

Students must commit to attending all 40 hours of virtual program sessions
Students will be asked to complete surveys to evaluate the program

THE APPLICATION DEADLINE - April 25, 2026 AT 11:59 PM MST

Remote Immersive Science Experience

(HCI-RISE)

The Remote Immersive Science Experience (RISE) Program is a virtual summer research experience for high school students from the Mountain West-especially those from rural communities-who are curious about cancer research and healthcare careers.

Program Information

Hosted by Huntsman Cancer Institute (HCI), this immersive program introduces students to a wide range of cancer research, public health, and education efforts taking place across HCI. Through interactive workshops, career panels, and small group activities, students gain early exposure to health and science career pathways at HCI and beyond.

Week 1: Understanding Cancer Through Research, Data, & Community at HCI
Week 2: Developing Skills & Leadership for Careers at HCI & Beyond

Dates & Time:

Date: July 13-16 & 20-23, 2026
Time: 8:30 a.m. MST - 12:00 p.m. MST (Monday - Thursday)

Benefits

Receive financial compensation up to $400
Connect with other high school students across the Mountain West
Attend interactive presentations, panel discussions, and professional development workshops with research and medical professionals at HCI

Eligibility Criteria

Must be a high school student in Utah, Nevada, Montana, Idaho, Wyoming
Must have completed their freshman year of high school prior to the program
Must be able to commit to 3.5 hours of virtual meetings Monday through Thursday for two weeks in the summer (dates and times specified above)
Must have parental or guardian consent to participate

Expectations

Students must commit to attending all hours of virtual program sessions
Students will be asked to complete surveys to evaluate the program

THE APPLICATION DEADLINE - April 25, 2026 AT 11:59 PM MST

https://hci-redcap.hci.utah.edu/redcap/surveys/?s=JHHCYMPHTH8KJKXC

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CRHSP

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Briefly explain any financial, social, education, or other barriers you have faced or challenges you have overcome to pursue your educational goals. How would you benefit from attending the CRHS/RISE Program? (Limit 200 words)

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Which careers in the biomedical sciences field are you most interested in exploring and why? (Limit 200 words).

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Please describe your educational and career goals. Include how participating in CRHS/RISE Program can help you achieve these goals. (Limit 200 words)

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I certify my above listed parent/guardian approves of my potential participation in the Cancer Research High School Program

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I understand that if I am accepted, I will be required to follow all program expectations and policies which include, but are not limited to:

Attend the program orientation
Commit 40 hours during the 2-week program
Attend all weekly workshops, panels, presentation Meetings
Participate in the at home science experimental kit
Complete all assignments

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I understand that if I am accepted, I will be required to follow all program and University policies

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I certify that the information provided on this form is true to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any documents and information that I provide may be reviewed by the program selection committee members. I understand that disclosing false information may result in dismissal from the program. I understand that I may be asked to provide supporting documentation for the information provided in this form. By means of my signature and initials below, I grant permission to release the information contained in this application to the Cancer Research High School Program and the selection committee.

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