<p>I'm considering applying to BU's RISE and UPENN's Chemistry Research Academy... has anyone had previous experience with these programs? Are these programs worth it?</p>
<p>Are there any other chem summer research programs that aren't highly selective but still decently well known?</p>
<p>Take a look at [Summer</a> Programs | MIT Admissions](<a href=“http://mitadmissions.org/apply/prepare/summer]Summer”>Summer programs | MIT Admissions) under the heading “Science & Research Programs.” They range from very selective (such as Clark) to not-horribly-selective, and they all have options for students seeking to do research in Chemistry.</p>