What: The Jim Holland Summer Enrichment Program (SEP) is an exciting opportunity for high school students to broaden their horizons in genetics, evolution, environmental biology, molecular biology, plant sciences, and more. You'll attend lectures, take part in discussions, and participate in hands-on laboratory experiences. SEP activities are led by a dynamic and skilled team of Indiana University faculty members and Indiana high school teachers. You'll learn about scientific careers and how to prepare for a successful college experience.

Who: High school students from varied backgrounds in the 8th, 9th, and 10th grades (entering 9th, 10th, and 11th grades in the fall) who have a cumulative GPA of at least 3.0 (non-weighted) and are taking/have taken science and math courses.

When: Sunday, July 19 - Friday, July 24, 2026

Where: Indiana University at Bloomington. Participants will be housed in a dormitory on the beautiful Bloomington campus.

Application deadline: Friday, April 10, 2026.

How to apply: A complete application includes student application, parent/guardian acknowledgment, verified courses/grades from counselor, recommendation from science teacher, and recommendation from math teacher.

Apply to the Jim Holland Summer Enrichment Program

Save and resume your application: Once you begin an application, your progress is saved automatically. You may log out at any time and return later to finish the same application. Access the application from the same device and the same web browser you originally used. Using a different device or browser may prevent you from returning to your saved application.

Cost: All ACCEPTED applicants will be charged a $125, NON-REFUNDABLE registration fee due at time of acceptance into the program.

Notification: Applicants will be notified of acceptance during the week of April 27-May 1, 2026; Alternates will be notified by May 18, 2026.

Registration: You must have received notification of acceptance into the Jim Holland Summer Enrichment Program (SEP) in order to register. Registration fees are due by June 26, 2026.