NCSSM Summer Accelerator
NC School of Science and Mathematics (NCSSM)
Key Details
Location
Various locations
Format
Hybrid
Deadline
Rolling
Compensation
Unpaid
Cost
Tuition approximately $495-$1,925 depending on course and format (per NCSSM).
Grades
7th – 12th grade
Time commitment
Summer sessions; length varies by course.
Capacity
Each course caps enrollment and may fill before the summer; Dogwood Health Trust funds 60 tuition-free seats annually for qualifying students in specified western NC counties per NCSSM.
About This Opportunity
Summer Accelerator offers engaging STEM courses taught by scientists, engineers, and university faculty. Programs include Accelerator tracks for rising 7th-9th and 10th-12th graders with residential, online, and day formats. Applications are reviewed until courses fill. A sponsored tuition-free option exists for qualifying students in Dogwood Health Trust counties in western North Carolina.
Skills you may build
Who it fits
Great for students looking for structured summer activities
Eligibility
Rising 7th through 12th graders depending on course track; see NCSSM admissions FAQs.
How to Apply
Visit the official application page to get started:
Apply on NCSSMTopics
Source Details
- Source
- NCSSM
- Official page
- https://www.ncssm.edu/summer/summer-accelerator
- Last checked
- May 9, 2026
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