Camp · STEM · Ages 16–18 · $1,653/week
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▌ STEM · Ages 16–18

Research in Science & Engineering (RISE) - Internship

Boston University · $1,653/week

The Boston University RISE Internship program offers high school students the opportunity to conduct university-level research in science, engineering, and m...

▌ Editor's read The Research in Science & Engineering (RISE) Internship is an intensive six-week summer program for rising high school seniors, hosted by Boston University. Students conduct university-level research under the guidance of faculty mentors in various STEM fields, culminating in a poster symposium. The program is offered in both residential and commuter formats, with the residential option providing housing and meals. While the specific camp is not ACA accredited, it is run by Boston University, a reputable educational institution. Google reviews for 'Boston University Summer Term' generally reflect positive experiences, with an average rating of 4.5 stars from over 100 reviews, often praising the academic rigor and opportunities. The program's website mentions that students are supervised by BU faculty and staff, but specific staff-to-student ratios or explicit background check policies are not detailed on the program page. Social media handles for Boston University are @bostonu on Instagram and 'bostonu' on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 16–18

Research in Science & Engineering (RISE) - Internship 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
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
University program
Staff-to-camper ratio
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Details

  • Category: STEM
  • Ages: 16–18
  • Hours: 40 hours/week
  • Address: 881 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA 02215, USA
  • Cost notes: Tuition is $5,930. Housing and meals are extra. Limited financial aid is available.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Research in Science & Engineering (RISE) - Internship

What ages does Research in Science & Engineering (RISE) - Internship accept?
Research in Science & Engineering (RISE) - Internship is open to children ages 16–18. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Research in Science & Engineering (RISE) - Internship cost?
Research in Science & Engineering (RISE) - Internship publishes $1,653/week for the standard session. Tuition is $5,930. Housing and meals are extra. Limited financial aid is available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Research in Science & Engineering (RISE) - Internship's hours?
Research in Science & Engineering (RISE) - Internship runs 40 hours/week. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Research in Science & Engineering (RISE) - Internship?
Research in Science & Engineering (RISE) - Internship is operated by a university program. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Research in Science & Engineering (RISE) - Internship provide lunch?
Research in Science & Engineering (RISE) - Internship does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
How does Research in Science & Engineering (RISE) - Internship compare to other stem camps in Boston?
Research in Science & Engineering (RISE) - Internship is one of 10 stem camps in Boston that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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