Participant Responsibilities Eligibility Be sure that you are eligible for the program before spending your time and energy completing the application process. Permanent residents are not accepted at some facilities. You should check citizenship requirements at chosen facilities before applying. If you are not sure that you are eligible after reading the eligibility criteria, call or e-mail the program contact listed at the bottom of the program description. Participation Requirements Applicants who are selected to participate in a program must be at least 18 years of age unless otherwise specified in the program description.
Some programs provide medical or other types of insurance coverage.
Be sure to carefully read the benefits section of the program for which you want to apply. Benefits Understanding what you will get from a research participation experience is important in setting realistic expectations and goals. Participants also receive a stipend and reimbursement for round-trip travel expenses, if the distance traveled is 50 miles or greater. A summer research appointment can be a life changing experience for you. It can help you confirm a career choice or steer you in a different direction.