Welcome to the WISE Honors Program!
At WISE, we are dedicated to empowering students from underrepresented groups to excel in science, mathematics, and engineering. Our mission is to foster diversity, inclusion, and excellence in these fields through comprehensive outreach, recruitment, and retention initiatives.
As part of the WISE community, you will benefit from the resources of a world-class research university while enjoying the close-knit support of a small, like-minded cohort. The program is designed to inspire academic success, foster professional development, and encourage meaningful research collaboration. WISE students form lasting connections with peers, faculty, and industry leaders, creating a network that will support you throughout your academic journey and beyond.
WISE students enjoy an array of benefits and special opportunities through program participation, including personalized academic advising from staff knowledgeable about STEM majors; events and activities; priority registration and first-year housing; peer mentoring; early exposure to research; merit-based aid, and more.
Our Program’s Key Goals:
- Promote academic excellence through rigorous coursework and experiential learning.
- Support professional development by offering mentorship, internships, and networking opportunities.
- Facilitate research opportunities that enable students to explore cutting-edge STEM topics.
- Strengthen community outreach to inspire future generations of scientists and engineers.
- Encourage global collaboration to address worldwide scientific and technological challenges.
- Enact inclusive strategies that foster diversity and equality within STEM fields.
Our innovative four-year curriculum integrates academics, research, service, and leadership, culminating in a mentored senior thesis or project, presented at a public forum. This hands-on experience prepares you for the challenges and opportunities in STEM careers.
WISE Program Benefits:
- Personalized academic advising with STEM-focused professionals.
- Priority registration and exclusive first-year housing.
- Peer mentoring and early exposure to research opportunities.
- Merit-based financial aid and additional scholarship opportunities.
- Enriching events and activities tailored to your academic and professional growth.
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The Pre-College WISE Program supports the WISE mission by providing educational programing in local middle and high schools to inspire students to pursue science, mathematics, and engineering degrees and careers.
Join the WISE Honors Program and be part of a transformative experience that will shape your future as a leader in science, mathematics, and engineering!