University of Maryland: WIE RISE Summer Program
Overview
A virtual, webinar-style introduction to engineering research for rising 9th–12th grade students. Students explore eight engineering disciplines through virtual lab tours, demonstrations, and at-home experiments hosted by current engineering students.
At a glance
Sessions
Jul1 wk sessions
Formats
Online
Location
Online
Cost
<$500from $25
Entering grades
9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Acceptance
Open to all rising 9th–12th grade students; applications for 2026 closed (program full)
Application requirements
Grade Level
Rising 9th–12th grade
Internet Connection
Broadband minimum 1.5 Mbps
Technology
Laptop/desktop/tablet with webcam and/or microphone
Software
Zoom access
Materials
Ability to gather basic household materials for at-home experiments
Cost & sessions
Cost is $25 per student for 2026 session. Scholarships available for participants with demonstrated financial need. Non-refundable after registration and payment.
Financial aid
Scholarships available for admitted participants with demonstrated financial need; details provided after admission decisions
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