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Preparing for College
From strategies on how to apply to college to scholarship information for students from diverse backgrounds – here is a list of resources to prepare for college.
Technical Societies
See a list of national affinity societies for students with backgrounds underrepresented in STEM.
Library of Programs
Below is a library of programs at MIT, in the Boston area, and across the U.S. Click on the different filters to find programs that are a good fit for you.
For example, to see Boston-area STEM programs, click the “Boston area” filter under “Where.”
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United Nations Association of Greater Boston Summer Institute in Global Leadership
The United Nations Association of Greater Boston’s Summer Institute in Global Leadership brings international issues to life for teens in the Greater Boston area. Facilitated at locations such as Harvard University, Belmont Day School, and Simmons University, students hear from experts in the field, receive training from professional negotiators, and end the week with a Model UN simulation. Each week, students are introduced to a challenging global problem relevant to the world today, such as climate change, human rights, or global health. As they uncover facts, hear from influential guest speakers, and discover unique perspectives on the problem, students emulate the role of civic leaders eager to make the world a better place. By the end of the week, students have become experts on the issue and are ready to develop solutions. Using Model UN as a platform for debate, students step into the role of international leaders from different nations to negotiate solutions to be voted on. Programs are open to students from grades 5 through 12, depending on the program week. This event is not owned, controlled, supervised, or sponsored by Harvard University or any of its schools or programs.
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University of Southern California- Bovard Scholars
USC established Bovard Scholars to empower outstanding high school students with financial need to dream big. We help you reach higher. We prepare you for success in college — including gaining admission and scholarships to the best schools that are the ideal fit for you — and in your career. That includes thorough exploration of the wide range of options for your future.
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University of Wisconsin Engineering Summer Program
Engineering Summer Program (ESP) is designed for rising high school juniors and seniors to engage in a free, three-week residential program with interactive programming similar to a first year engineering experience at UW-Madison. Students will participate in hands-on workshops, visit industry sites, go on field trips, and receive mentoring from faculty.
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University of Wisconsin Virtual Engineering Summer Program
The Virtual Engineering Summer Program is designed for rising 9th and 10th grade students to partake in a free, one-week online program focused on exploring the field of engineering. Virtual ESP provides an opportunity to explore what being an engineer means and experience engineering at a surface level.
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Women’s Technology Program-MIT
The MIT Women’s Technology Program (WTP) is a rigorous four-week summer academic and residential experience where female high school students explore engineering through hands-on classes, labs, and team-based projects.
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Worcester Polytech Pre-collegiate Programs
In the Launch program for rising 9th and 10th grade students will leverage research and technology to find solutions to current problems in a variety of scientific fields alongside WPI’s renowned faculty. The Frontiers program, running for over 40 years, is a residential, overnight program for rising 11th and 12th grade students who want to explore STEM through a collegiate lens. They also offer STEM programs for middle schoolers and programs just for girls.