Admissions

Applications for the 2025-2026 season entry to Vitality Bisociences is closed. Applications to enter during the 2026-2027 season will be released late 2025!

Information from last year:

Timeline:

Applications Released: December 26th, 2024

Online Info Sessions: 1/17, 1/24, 1/31 @ 8 PM (email for link)

Applications Due: February 7th, 2025 @ 11:59 PM

Round 1 Decisions: by February 9th, 2025

In-Person Interviews: February 10th-March 1st

Final Decisions: by March 10th

Open to: students currently in grades 8th, 9th, or 10th. 8th grade students will only be accepted under very exceptional circumstances and are always encouraged to reapply the following year if denied

While Vitality admissions are highly selective with an intensive application and interview process, we look for individuals who we believe have the best potential to uphold The Offer of Vitality, not necessarily those who are the most accomplished. 

Our application format is usually as follows:

Resume, Classes, Grades, Test Scores, Optional Materials

Wildcard Question (max 200 words)

The Offer of Vitality Question (~400 words)

Analytical Argument  (~400 words)

Blitz Questions (~250 words total)

Additional Info

Frequently Asked Questions:

What is the expected time commitment?

Simply put: what you put in is what you get out of it. In terms of education, unique experiences, service to humanity, service hours, and much more.  You only let down yourself and your teammates by not showing up. That being said, expect to spend at the very, very, least 10 hours a week (triple during breaks). Notify well ahead of time before going on vacation, other programs, or any other situation. "Early is on time, on time is late"

What is the program timeline?

Each season, the program runs from June-June (usually aligns with end of school year in Fremont). Members may resign at any time, but their position will not be filled until the following year's application cycle. Virtually every Vitality member stays through high school graduation. 

Do I need to live in Fremont to apply to Vitality?

Generally yes; most of our work is in person. Unless you are willing to make long drives multiple times a week, only students in or near the Fremont area should apply to Vitality. However, Institute for Vitality is launching more Vitality programs nationwide, so be on the lookout if interested.

What is the cost for Vitality?

Generally, it sits somewhere around $500/student/year plus travel expenses. If the student is active, there will be around 1000 hours of experience per year. Notify us ahead of time if there is genuine  financial need and we will try to make something happen. Unfortunately, the costs to run the lab and create these experiences are very high.

What is the acceptance rate for Vitality?

We purposely admit a very, very small number of students a year (5-7) due to what it takes to manage the organization. When there are too many students, it will be nearly impossible for there to be true student self-governance. Therefore, the acceptance rate is well within the single digits and has decreased every year since our founding due to no student population change and increasing number of applications.

What experience do I need to apply?

No experience required. We want students who genuinely want to learn, to serve humanity, and to experience this once in a lifetime opportunity.