Are you a high school student interested in exploring different topics in physics? If so, this program is for you! The Stanford Program for Inspiring the Next Generation of Women in Physics (SPINWIP) is a summer learning program designed to get high school participants excited about physics. This 3-week program is completely free to participants and will be held through video chat.
Participants will learn about cutting-edge research in physics in fields such as quantum physics and astrophysics. They will also learn how to code in Python and apply their coding skills to physics-based projects. Participants will attend lectures by Stanford professors and researchers, work in small groups led by Stanford students, and participate in college planning and career development workshops. First-generation, low-income students and students from underrepresented backgrounds in physics are particularly encouraged to apply. No prior knowledge of physics or coding is required.
- Dates: July 6 to July 24, 2026; Monday through Friday
- Time: 9am – 1pm PDT. The exact schedule will vary day-to-day
- Eligibility: High school students between 9th and 11th grade at the time of application
- Preference will be given to rising juniors and rising seniors, and students from under-resourced backgrounds
- Students from countries outside the US are welcome to apply
- Students of any gender are welcome to apply
- Application: goto.stanford.edu/spinwip2026
- Deadline: May 1, 11:59pm PDT
- Applicants may choose to have a letter of recommendation submitted by a teacher to strengthen their application (see details in the application form).
- Program Information: https://physics.stanford.edu/about/equity-and-inclusion/spinwip
- Contact: spinwip_info@stanford.edu