WISEST Summer Research Program
A six-week summer research program for high school students in STEM fields at the University of Alberta.
▌ Editor's read The WISEST Summer Research Program is a day program offered by the University of Alberta, providing high school and undergraduate students with 6-week research placements in STEM. The program has been running for 40 years, founded by Dr. Margaret-Ann Armour, and aims to promote diversity in STEM. It is not accredited by the ACA. The website mentions that students work under the supervision of university professors and graduate students. Google reviews for 'WISEST Summer Research Program' are not readily available as a distinct entity with a star rating and count, but the University of Alberta generally holds a strong reputation. Social media handles include @wisestualberta on Instagram and WISEST.UA on Facebook. The program emphasizes hands-on research, mentorship, and professional development workshops.
Who thrives here Ages 16–18
WISEST Summer Research Program serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in stem, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Day camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- 1986 (40 years)
- Operator
- University program
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: STEM
- Ages: 16–18
- Address: University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB T6G 2R3, Canada
- Phone: (780) 492-8949
- Email: [email protected]
Logistics
- Lunch provided: No
- Transportation: No
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: indoor
Planning guides
Editorial checklists to use before you compare WISEST Summer Research Program with other camps.
- How to choose a summer camp · Use the decision checklist before you compare finalists.
- STEM summer camps guide · Compare projects, staff fit, and age-readiness signals.
- Summer camp safety and accreditation · Review licensing, supervision, and accreditation signals.
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