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  • Pathways Research Explorers Program 2026

  • Thank you for your interest in the Explorers program at Fred Hutch in Seattle! We are unable to accept out of state or international students into our program. All applicants must reside in Seattle or the surrounding area and be enrolled in a local school.

     

    DEADLINE

    The application will close at 11:59pm on March 6th 2026. Requests for recommendation forms will be sent to recommenders as soon as the student portion of the application is submitted. Recommendation forms must be submitted by 11:59pm on March 13th 2026. Last-minute technical issues will not be considered exceptions to this deadline. Please apply early.

    ELIGIBILITY

    Students should...

    • Be starting 10th or 11th grade in Fall 2026
    • Have completed introductory chemistry or biology course by Summer 2026
    • Be interested in learning more about cancer research and related careers

    If you have questions, or for technical issues, contact pathways-explorers@fredhutch.org. 

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  • Education

  • Please note that while we expect to run Explorers in-person, we will follow federal, state, and Fred Hutch guidelines to determine if in-person sessions are possible.

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  • Recommendation

    Your recommender must be a teacher who can speak to your science interest. Please double check the spelling of the email address for your recommender. We will send an email to this address, with instructions on how to submit the recommendation. Always ask your recommender if they will submit a form on your behalf before submitting the application.

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    Clicking the "Submit Application" button will submit your application to the Pathways Research Explorers Program at Fred Hutch Cancer Center. Changes cannot be made once you submit your application. 

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