This federally funded program offers a free, immersive six-week college experience on the University of Washington campus, specifically tailored to support low-income and first-generation students in excelling in STEM.
The UW Math Science Upward Bound Summer Academy is a six-week intensive program designed to immerse high school students in a college-simulated environment, fostering their academic and personal development in STEM fields. Participants attend classes taught by University faculty and instructors, covering subjects like language arts, math, science, and electives. The curriculum emphasizes hands-on learning, laboratory activities, and engaging with original research. Students gain valuable 'STEM Survival Skills' crucial for college success, including study skills, data collection and analysis, and group project collaboration. The program also includes weekly field trips to STEM-related sites and cultural excursions in the Seattle area, providing real-world context and career exploration. An awards ceremony on the final day celebrates student achievements and hard work. The program aims to prepare low-income and/or first-generation college students for the rigors of higher education and STEM degrees.
Students attend classes Monday through Thursday from 8:00 A.M. until 3:00 P.M. with a 50-minute lunch break, experiencing a college-like schedule. Fridays are dedicated to educational and cultural field trips.
The program is ideal for low-income and/or first-generation high school students (grades 9-12) who are interested in STEM fields and need academic support and college preparation to pursue a higher education degree.
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