Frontiers@WPI
Frontiers will be offered in two sessions in 2011. Learn more about Session I and Session II.
Frontiers is an on-campus research and learning experience that challenges you to explore the outer limits of knowledge in science, mathematics, and engineering. Now in its 28th year of operation, it continues to be enthusiastically received by its participants.
Monday through Friday, you will attend classes and do lab work in your chosen area of study. With classmates from all over the country, you will work on projects and assemble your findings. You will learn from outstanding professors and use state-of-the-art experimental, analytical, and computer technology and facilities. WPI students majoring in your area of study will assist you in the lab and in study groups.
The academic program is distinguished from others by its focus on current laboratory techniques and unsolved problems in the following areas: aerospace engineering, biology, chemistry/biochemistry, civil and environmental engineering, computer science, electrical and computer engineering, environmental studies, interactive media and game development, mathematics, mechanical engineering, physics, and robotics (Robotics offered in Session II only). Participants have the opportunity to engage in one of six communication modules: American history through film and the Internet, creative writing, elements of writing, International studies, law on film, music, speech, the art of science, and theatre.
A full schedule of activities complements the academic program, including evening workshops, field trips, movies, live performances and tournaments. Available for your use is Gordon Library, which supports study and research with its collection of more than 250,000 books, 90,000 audio and videocassettes, films, music recordings, and microforms. You will be given an account on WPI's computer system and you'll have access to PCs and UNIX workstations. A schedule of activities will be provided upon your arrival. We think you'll find this summer enrichment experience challenging, well-balanced, and loads of fun!
Note: housing in WPI residence halls is provided for Frontiers participants. Students participating in both sessions of Frontiers will be able to stay in residence halls for the entire program without needing to change rooms or move out.
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Frontiers I : July 10-22, 2011
Frontiers II Robotics track: July 24-August 2, 2011
Cost: $1995 for Frontiers I, $1550 for Frontiers II and $3395 for both Frontiers I and II
Audience: Entering grades 11-12 in fall 2011
For additional information, please view the Frontiers website or apply now.
What is a typical day like in the Frontiers Program?
| 7:30-8:00a.m. | Breakfast (Morgan Dining Hall) |
| 8:30-10:30 a.m. | Academic Programs |
| 10:30-12:30 p.m. | Communication Workshops |
| 12:30-1:30p.m. | Lunch (Morgan Dining Hall) |
| 1:30-4:30 p.m. | Academic Programs |
| 5:00-6:00p.m. | Dinner (Morgan Dining Hall) |
| 6:30-7:30 p.m. | "Admissions 101" |
| 7:30-10:30 p.m. | Evening Activities |
| 10:30 p.m. | Check In |
| 12:00a.m. | LIGHTS OUT! |
Click to see the Program Chart
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