Unlock Your Potential With SMASH

SMASH Residential, our flagship program, is a FREE, 1-year, intensive STEM-focused program that empowers students to deepen their talents and pursue STEM careers. Scholars are immersed in tuition-free studies in partnership with leading universities throughout the country for one summer. During the program, scholars build relationships with facilitators and STEM professionals. Students connect more deeply with and gain true mentorship from these STEM professionals. As they go through the program, scholars not only develop their skills and network – they also further develop their voice & build the confidence to become who they want to be.

HOW IT WORKS
Students gain access to the following:

• A free summer of residential programming
• Computer Science (CS), College Success, and Electives courses
• Networking events STEM professionals
• A robust community of peers and support that will last a lifetime

ELIGIBILITY
Applicants must meet all the eligibility requirements listed below to be considered for SMASH (no exceptions).

1. GPA: Must have a minimum 3.0 GPA or equivalent.
2. Grade Level: Be in the 10th or 11th grade at the time of application.
3. Math Skills: Have strong mathematics skills appropriate for your grade level, as determined by your state-standardized math test scores.
4. Attend a public high school or private high school via scholarship.
5. Location: SMASH Academy will give preference to applicants who attend our target schools within the radius at our current SMASH locations: Atlanta, Boston, Detroit/Ann Arbor, and Bay Area. However, if your school is not on the list and you live within the radius, you are still welcome to apply.
6. CS Interest: Must have a strong interest in obtaining a computer science degree or certification and pursuing a career in CS.
7. Applicants to SMASH Morehouse must be male, and SMASH Spelman must be female.