Online STEM Programs for High School Students

Explore STEM fields before college

Are you considering a future in science, technology, engineering, or mathematics (STEM) and eager to experience what it's like in the real world? Wake Forest University offers online STEM courses designed specifically for high school students aged 13 and up. These programs delve into captivating STEM topics through comprehensive online coursework led by Wake Forest professors. With the support of mentors, you'll have the flexibility to study anywhere, anytime, and at your own pace. This adaptable format enables you to enroll in multiple courses, allowing you to explore a variety of academic interests.

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Current Courses Available:

Making the Rounds: An Insider’s Guide to Becoming a Doctor

Medicine

An Inside Look at the Major Injuries & Treatments

Sports Medicine

An Inside Look at Caring, Curing and Treating

Cancer

An Inside Look at Treatment, Intervention, and Surgery

Women's Medicine

The Mystery & Science of Human Behavior: An Insider’s Guide to Psychology

Psychology

An Inside Look at Infectious Disease

Bioscience

How You Will Benefit:

3 Learning Advantages Designed for You

  1. Final Capstone Project

    All online STEM courses culminate in a special capstone project that allows you to:

    • Demonstrate what you've learned in a presentation
    • Choose from a variety of medical topics covered in your course to show what you’ve learned
    • Use any media you prefer— text, video, photography, PowerPoint

  2. Mentoring

    Mentors provide support and answer questions to deepen your learning experience. You can expect:

    • Expertise in your course’s particular field of STEM
    • Encouragement and direction on all assignments
    • Inspiration, motivation, and confidence to help you succeed
    • Brainstorming and ideation help as you prepare for your final Capstone project

  3. Flexibility

    • 100% online, works with your schedule
    • Multiple courses can be taken to maximize your learning experience
    • 20 - 30 hours of total instruction and activities per course, including engaging multimedia, simulations, and curated assignments for which you will receive guidance and support
    • Meet fellow students online from around the world

How to Apply