Launch Overview (Grades 9-11) | Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Launch (Commuter)

Program At a Glance:

One-week, non-credit bearing commuter program.
Instruction from 9:00am-4:00pm, Monday-Friday.
WPI faculty provide hands-on activities, demos, and discussions
Delve into your STEM topic and connect with peers who share your passion
Use state-of-the-art technology, industry software, and build hands-on laboratory experience

Audience: Rising 9, 10, and 11th graders
Launch Dates: June 23 - 27, 2025
Instruction Time: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Cost: $795

Launch Registration: Opens January 8, 2025
Registration Deadline: April 30, 2025
* Note: Each course fills on a first-come, first-served basis. Individual course registrations will close before April 30 if the class is full.

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

Summer program student working on project

Course Information

From Neuroscience to Robotics, the possibilities are endless at Launch. Check out our list of STEM courses for high school students offered at this in-person program.

STEM Courses Offered

My daughter had a fantastic week participating in the Launch program. Such a fantastic week that she is hoping this is just the beginning of her time with WPI! Thank you!

Dianne R.
Parent of Launch Participant

Program Policies

The WPI 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 the policies. Learn more about our program policies for summer pre-college experiences below.

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