Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

Foundation

Deadline history & next window

Cycle
Annual
Tracked since
April 2026

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Can we apply?

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Eligible organizations

  • High school students

Other requirements

  • Local to the Ithaca, NY area

Overview

Geographic Scope: Local high school students

Focus Areas: Plant science research

Program Status

  • Applications are currently not open due to pandemic uncertainty
  • Institute is planning to reopen opportunities in the future
  • Interested students should register contact information to be notified when applications open

Eligibility

  • High school students
  • Local to the Ithaca, NY area

How to Register Interest

  • Share contact information to be notified when opportunities become available
  • Institute will contact registered students when applications open

Contact Information

Boyce Thompson Institute
533 Tower Rd.

How to Apply

Application Process (When Reopened)

Step 1: Register Interest

  • Share contact information with BTI so you will be notified when applications open
  • Check the Apply for an Internship page periodically for updates

Step 2: Expected Application Materials (Based on undergraduate program)

  • Academic transcripts (unofficial or official)
  • Current GPA
  • Personal statement essay (500-700 words)
  • Resume (optional for high school applicants)
  • Letters of recommendation (likely required)

Step 3: Application Submission

  • Details will be provided when program reopens
  • Online application system will be used (similar to undergraduate program)

Note

  • High school internship applications are delayed and not currently accepting submissions
  • Contact internships@btiscience.org for more information about reopening timeline

What Boyce Thompson Institute for Plant Research Inc actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990, 2024

Grants in 2024
7
Total given
$587K
Median grant
$41K
Range
$6,010–$197K
  • By dollars: Pennsylvania 34%, New York 34%, Arizona 17%. Top recipient cities: Philadelphia, PA; Ithaca, NY; Tucson, AZ.
  • 0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.

Example grants

  • University of Pennsylvania · Philadelphia, PA

    Collaborative research

    $197K

  • Cornell University · Ithaca, NY

    Collaborative research

    $197K

  • University of Arizona · Tucson, AZ

    Collaborative research

    $99K

  • Centenary College of Louisiana · Shreveport, LA

    Collaborative research

    $41K

  • Oklahoma State University · Ardmore, OK

    Collaborative research

    $39K

IRS Form 990, 2024. Amounts as reported by the funder. Full 990 history →

Focus Areas & Funding Uses

Fields of Work

  • Science research
  • STEM education

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