The Banneker Institute has suspended operations.

The Banneker Institute is on hold indefinitely. Other opportunities at the Center for Astrophysics include the SAO/NSF Solar REU ProgramREU Summer Intern Program, and SAO-UMass/Latino Initiative Program.

Banneker Institute summer program is a ten-week research and study experience. We prepare undergraduate students of color for graduate programs in astronomy, focusing on research, graduate coursework, and social science education.