Columbia University Student Training in Astronomy Research (STAR) program information card. Describes a nine-month paid astronomy and astrophysics research program for Columbia Secondary School students in grades nine through eleven. Students begin with a preparatory Space School, work in teams with Columbia astronomy mentors on original research projects, attend monthly advisories, and present findings at a June colloquium and the STAR Symposium. Includes eligibility requirements, stipend amount, application timeline, and a QR code for additional information.

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