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Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) – Frontiers Program

Engineering
Science
Leadership

Worcester Polytechnic Institute

Worcester, MA

The WPI Frontiers Program is a pre-collegiate STEM initiative hosted by Worcester Polytechnic Institute that gives middle and high school students hands-on exposure to engineering, science, technology, and mathematics. Participants engage in project-based learning experiences that reflect WPI's signature "learning by doing" philosophy, developing real problem-solving and leadership skills along the way. The program introduces students to college-level STEM thinking in an immersive environment on a respected university campus. It is an excellent opportunity for motivated students to explore their academic interests and get a genuine taste of what a future in STEM could look like.

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Skills You'll Build

Scientific Research

Designing studies, testing hypotheses, and drawing evidence-based conclusions.

Problem Solving

Breaking down a challenge and working through it methodically to a solution.

Project Management

Planning tasks, timelines, and resources to get a project done on schedule.

Team Leadership

Guiding a group toward a shared goal and keeping everyone moving together.

Critical Thinking

Evaluating information carefully before drawing a conclusion or making a decision.

Related Careers

Mechanical Engineer

Project-based learning develops hands-on engineering design and problem-solving skills.

Software Engineer

STEM focus and project-based education build technical and computational competencies.

Robotics Engineer

Engineering and STEM programs directly prepare students for robotics design work.

Entrepreneur / Small Business Owner

Innovation & Entrepreneurship focus teaches students to develop and launch ideas.

Quick Facts

Grade Levels
6th - 12th
Best For
STEM-focused students

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