Hey y'all! I'm trying to plan ahead and find some interesting summer programs to attend in 2024. I want to make the most of my high school years. Can anyone recommend any programs that might be a good fit for a rising junior interested in STEM or business?
Hey there! It's awesome that you're planning ahead and looking for summer programs to explore your interests in STEM and business. Here's a list of some notable programs to consider:
1. Research Science Institute (RSI) — Held at MIT, RSI is a prestigious and highly competitive summer program for students interested in STEM research. Participants are paired with mentors and taught research techniques to conduct independent projects.
2. Simons Summer Research Program — Located at Stony Brook University, this program offers rising juniors and seniors the opportunity to work on independent research projects alongside experienced scientists in various STEM fields.
3. The Summer Science Program (SSP) — SSP is an immersive, hands-on program held at various college campuses. Students work in small teams to study either Astrophysics or Biochemistry, depending on the location.
4. LaunchX — With a focus on entrepreneurship, LaunchX is for teens interested in starting their own companies. Participants spend their summer tackling business challenges, building prototypes, and pitching ideas to a panel of venture capitalists.
5. LEAD Summer Business Institute — Geared towards high school students with interests in business and leadership, LEAD offers a summer program at top business schools like Wharton, Kellogg, and Stanford. Students attend lectures, visit businesses, and develop their own business plans.
6. Girls Who Code Summer Immersion Program — Aimed at closing the gender gap in technology, this program provides female-identifying students with the chance to learn coding and computer science during a free, 7-week summer course.
7. COSMOS — With locations at various University of California campuses, COSMOS offers an integrated approach to STEM education. Over a four-week period, students attend lectures, labs, and explore potential STEM careers.
For more programs and opportunities, check out this CollegeVine article: https://blog.collegevine.com/most-prestigious-summer-programs-for-high-school-students
Keep in mind that application deadlines and fees will vary across these programs, so make sure to research each one thoroughly. Applying to multiple programs increases your chances of landing a spot in at least one. Best of luck, and I hope you enjoy your summer experiences!
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