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Unite is a four-to-six week, pre-collegiate summer experience for talented high school students from priority populations in STEM. Held at higher education institutions across the country, Unite encourages students to pursue college majors and careers in engineering and other STEM-related fields through a program of focused hands-on rigorous academics, enrichment and career exploration.
Summer 2025 applications open February 2025. More information coming soon.
You'll Get To...
- learn how science, technology, engineering and mathematics have applications in the real world
- gain confidence in your ability to participate in STEM activities
- collaborate and solve problems as a member of a team
- learn firsthand from college students and professionals how engaging STEM studies and careers can be
- be better prepared to pursue STEM majors in college and, ultimately, in future careers
Eligibility
- Rising 9th through rising 12th grade students are eligible.
- Students must be from priority populations in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). Eligibility varies by location; check the specific site listing for additional information.
The AEOP defines priority populations as those who possess at least one of the following criteria:
- Military-connected, which may include:
- Military children: dependents of members of the Active-Duty Armed Forces and Veterans.
- Military-connected: military children plus the dependents of members of the National Guard and Reserves.
- Economic: Family’s taxable income for the preceding year did not exceed 150 percent of the poverty level; those who qualify for free and reduced-price meals (FARM) programs; were or currently are eligible for Federal Pell grants; homeless; in foster care
- Racial and ethnic minorities that are historically underrepresented in STEM: Alaskan Natives, Native Americans, Black or African Americans, Latinx/Hispanic Americans, and Native Hawaiians and other Pacific Islanders.
- Individuals with disabilities, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
- Individuals with English as a second language (ESL) or English language learners (ELLs).
- First-generation college students.
- Students in rural, frontier, or other federally targeted schools, such as title 1 schools.
- Females in STEM fields where they remain underrepresented (physical science, computer science, mathematics, and engineering).
Information for Volunteers
Unite programs engage volunteers to interact with students (as program assistants, mentors, speakers, etc.) during the summer. Inquiries about volunteering should be sent to specific Unite site directors.
Important Dates
February 2025
Student applications open
May 2025
Student applications closed
March – May 2025
Selected students notified by Unite site directors (varies by site)
June – August 2025
Students participate in Unite program (varies by site)
More Information
- Unite informational flyer // Español
- What’s Next in AEOP after Unite? // Español
- Guide to STEM Careers // Español
Interested in This Program?
If you are interested in this program contact Mimi Leonard by email. We'd love to hear from you!
Unite ON THE BLOG
Dr. Maurice Mathis and Unite – Shaping the STEM Journey for NC State’s Upward Bound Students
September 24, 2024
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