Summer  Opportunities

Juniors - LEDA Scholars FREE Summer Program at Yale and Princeton, due 12/10

LEDA Scholars: LEDA brings together a community of student leaders for a free five-week residential program at Princeton University and Yale University. The program includes academic preparation for college, leadership training, college guidance support based on individual fit, SAT/ACT preparation, and a chance to experience life on a college campus. High school juniors (class of 2027) whose families make below $90k are eligible to apply. The deadline to apply is December 10.

Sophomores & Juniors, The 2026 Dennis Chavez NM LDZ, event is held 6/7-6/14, APPLY NOW! 

Collaborate with a community of 150 high school leaders. - Engage in a weeklong quest to envision the future of New Mexico. Foster the development of personal, business, and professional skills. - Master the art of engagement through asset based community equity building. During an 8-day residential program, students are taught to adopt an asset-based mindset and utilize NHI's community equity-based approach to build a strong community, establish support groups, and create plans to maximize their strengths and abilities. The LDZ program fosters personal growth in all participants, ensuring that no one leaves unchanged.

Funding for this program is made possible by the New Mexico Legislature. Students meeting the criteria and acceptance are named Dennis Chavez Scholars. They attend the 8-day residential program at UNM and visit the Capitol in Santa Fe at NO COST, except for transportation to and from the university campus.

The Dennis Chavez Scholars of 2026 selection process will be based on a first-come, first-served approach. It is advisable for applicants to submit their applications as early as possible.

Learn more and apply here.

Check out a comprehensive list of STEM-focused summer programs here.