The Lawrence, Teen Research Programs, Financial Aid Application, Summer 2026

We are committed to offering high quality, hands-on STEM learning for all. Many of the costs to run these programs have increased over the past two years. We have worked diligently to reduce costs wherever possible without compromising the quality of programming. If your family is able, we ask that you register and pay the full price, leaving financial aid options for families in need. You cna find the full listing of TRP offerings here.

The Lawrence Hall of Science is part of the University of California, Berkeley. The Lawrence financial aid awards center on equity—removing barriers, enhancing opportunities, and broadening participation in science for teens throughout California. In our continued effort to make these learning experiences available to more families, we are offering financial aid awards at three levels- 15%, 45% and 90% off of the full price listed on the website. Please submit your level of award request based on your family situation. 

Financial Aid applications must be completed by a parent/legal guardian.

Financial Aid applications must be submitted by Sunday, April 12, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.

Please note that there are different types of programs at different University of California campuses and research stations (e.g., commuter only at UC Berkeley, the option to include a residential add-on at UC Berkeley, as well as residential only at UC Davis, Bodega Marine Laboratory and UC Santa Cruz). It is important that you indicate the exact type of program(s) you are interested in, indicate all available dates, and pick one amount level of aid you are requesting. 

The Financial Aid committee will review applications within each aid amount level requested. Prioritization is based on 1) residence in the state of California, 2) family's financial need, 3) if a teen will potentially be in the first generation to attend or complete college, and 4) if a teen has limited access to STEM experiences and mentors outside of school. Award decisions and registration instructions will be communicated beginning Friday, April 17, 2026.

- You must submit your application by Sunday, April 12, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.

- You must be the parent or legal guardian to complete the application, not the teen participant.

- You must complete a separate application for each teen participant, we do not guarantee sibling awards.

- You must indicate (1) type of program(s), (2) all available dates that work for your summer schedule, and (3) level of award you are requesting- 15%, 45% or 90% off the posted price. 

Applications that do not meet all of these parameters will not be considered.

For a complete list of The Lawrence's programs for teens, please visit The Lawrence's Opportunities for Teens web page. 

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Email *
PARENT/ LEGAL GUARDIAN, First Name *
PARENT/ LEGAL GUARDIAN, Last Name *
PARENT/ LEGAL GUARDIAN, Phone Number *
PARENT/ LEGAL GUARDIAN, Email Address *
PARENT/ LEGAL GUARDIAN, Street Address *
PARENT/ LEGAL GUARDIAN, City *
PARENT/ LEGAL GUARDIAN, State *
PARENT/ LEGAL GUARDIAN, Zip Code *
Are you members at The Lawrence Hall of Science? *
How did you hear about the Lawrence's Teen Research Programs for this summer? (check all that apply) *
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Have you applied for financial aid for any Lawrence programs in the past? *
Please share about your TEEN'S STEM (science, technology, engineering, or math) learning experiences to date e.g. classes at school, clubs, science fairs, after-school programs, or camps: *
Please share about your TEEN'S connections to STEM professionals e.g. family members, friends, mentors, or any career person who works in a science, technology, engineering, or math field: 
If they don't have connections, tell us what kind of connections you hope they will have in the future.
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Please select the highest level of education completed by the PARENT(S)/ LEGAL GUARDIAN(S) in your household. *
Please state your family household annual income: *
Does your family qualify for ANY of the following? CalFresh/SNAP, Medi-Cal, CalWORKS *
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TEEN, First Name *
TEEN, Last Name *
What is your relationship to the TEEN? *
What school does the TEEN attend? *
In what city is that school located? *
Which grade is the teen applicant ENTERING in fall 2026? Please submit a SEPARATE APPLICATION FOR EACH TEEN APPLICANT requesting financial aid. *
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