This free program offers rising high school seniors a rare opportunity to conduct hands-on research in university labs with faculty mentorship, providing a significant advantage for future STEM academic and career paths.
The Northeastern University Young Scholars' Program (YSP) offers rising high school seniors a unique six-week, hands-on academic research experience in various STEM fields. Participants work in state-of-the-art laboratories within Northeastern University's Colleges of Engineering, Science, and Health Sciences, guided by faculty and graduate student mentors. The program emphasizes practical research, career exploration, and college preparedness.
Students engage in individual research projects, culminating in final presentations and a poster session. Beyond lab work, the curriculum includes a special seminar series, "Introduction to Engineering," with presentations from various engineering professors and graduate students, covering topics like radar, environmental issues, superconductivity, lasers, microwave materials, biotechnology, chemical analysis, and robotics. Participants also receive education and career counseling, including an overview of engineering education and insights into STEM careers. Field trips to corporate and government sites provide real-world exposure to engineers in action, and students become acquainted with college life and have access to university facilities like Snell Library and the Curry Student Center. The program aims to foster a STEM community that extends beyond the summer experience.
Each day begins with homeroom at 8:30 AM, followed by laboratory research until 4:30 PM, with some days including technical seminars, presentations, or field trips.
The program is best for academically gifted Massachusetts residents who are rising high school seniors with a strong interest and demonstrated proficiency in STEM, seeking hands-on research experience and exposure to college life.
Northeastern University, Boston Campus
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