The YES program encouraged high school students to research public health topics and present epidemiological research projects for scholarships. The competition concluded in 2011.
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Young Epidemiology Scholars Program
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- Robert Wood Johnson Foundation, College Board
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About the competition
Comp Info
- Estimated Ann. Participants: 600
- Cost: Free
- Estimated Time Commitment: Major
- Participant Format: Individual
- Event Format: Hybrid
- Competition Format: Original Submission
- Reach: National
- Event Size: Small
Participation Information
Students submitted research projects investigating public health problems, presented their findings to expert judges, and competed for regional and national scholarships.
Open to U.S. high school students
$50,000 for 1st place; certificates and recognition for public health and epidemiology research
Students submitted research projects investigating public health problems, presented their findings to expert judges, and competed for regional and national scholarships.
1. Develop and submit an epidemiology research project. 2. Regional finalists present in Washington, D.C.
Research tools, writing materials
Based on scientific merit, research quality, and public health impact.
