Frontiers Overview (Grades 10-12)

Frontiers Overview (Grades 10-12)

Frontiers Students Working outside

Frontiers (Residential, In-Person)

Program-at-a-Glance

•    Two-week in-person, non-credit bearing residential program
•    Explore a STEM major with a humanities and arts minor
•    Connect with peers from around the world who share your passion for STEM
•    Engage in college preparation workshops and social activities
•    Learn in tandem with your peers right here on WPI's campus
 

Watch How Francine Pursued Her Passions at Frontiers

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Audience: Rising 10, 11, and 12th graders
Frontiers I Dates: July 6 - 18, 2025
Frontiers II Dates: July 20 - August 1, 2025
Cost per session of Frontiers: $4,495
(Prices includes housing, meals, field trips, workshops, and activities)

Frontiers Application: Opens January 8, 2025 
Application Deadline: April 30, 2025
Application Cost: Free
Application Materials:

  • Application including short free response and list of involvements
  • Transcript(s) - Official transcripts are preferred, but self-submissions are accepted
  • Optional Recommendation(s)
  • TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo English Test (required for international applicants)

Financial Assistance Information: For information about our financial assistance please see our program policies page.

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On-Campus Experience

Frontiers is more than just exploring STEM. Check out our On Campus Experience page to see what a typical day looks like and our engagement opportunities throughout the pre-college experience. 

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Major & Minor Course Information

Our Frontiers majors and minors are taught synchronously giving students the opportunity to learn live with faculty and peers. You will have the chance to explore a STEM major and Humanities, Arts, or Business minor as you exercise both sides of your brain this summer. 

MAJORS & MINORS OFFERED
I didn’t expect to meet so many people who were interested in the same things I am. This was the first time feeling like I was not the odd one out.
  • Cassandra S.
  • Frontiers Participant
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Program Policies

WPI's Office of Pre-Collegiate Outreach Programs strives to provide a safe, secure, educational and fun environment for our summer programs participants. In order to achieve this, we ask that all parents, guardians, and participants acknowledge our policies. Learn more about our program policies for summer pre-college experiences below.

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Learn More About WPI!

Are you curious and creative? Do you like to work in teams to get things done while making your own decisions and setting your own course? Do you love math and science, but feel just as passionate about subjects such as music, art, or movies? WPI could be the right choice for your college decision. Stay connected with all things WPI here.

 

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Location: 20 Trowbridge Road
Phone: 508-831-4900
Fax: 508-831-5188