Dual-Enrollment
STEM Wave introduces partner high school students to dual enrollment which allows them to earn college credit while continuing their high school studies simultaneously. Dual enrollment students are exempt from paying tuition, fees, and books. The credit that they earn will allow them to accelerate their path to a college degree or certificate while saving money.
Experiential Learning
STEM Wave provides opportunities for students to participate in experiential learning trips to STEM-related locations such as:
- Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
- Patricia & Phillip Frost Science Museum
- Artificial Intelligence Center at Miami Dade College, Wolfson Campus
- Eig-Watson School of Aviation
- Bill Sadowski Park & Nature Center
Summer Institute
Free 6-week summer program for eligible high school students that offers a dynamic opportunity for committed students to delve into the world of STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics). The program promotes interest in STEM college pathways while providing an inviting learning environment and introduction to campus life. The program will run from Mon. June 23, 2025, to Fri. August 1, 2025, Monday through Friday.
Eligible students will enroll in one or two dual enrollment courses to complete during the program. They will also engage in multiple experiential learning trips and enhance their overall well-being and future readiness through auxiliary courses focused on leadership development, SAT prep, and wellness.
- Eligibility Requirements:
- High school student (9th, 10th, and 11th grades):
- For PSC1515 (Energy in the Natural Environment) and BSC1005 (General Education Biology):
- Must have a minimum 3.0 high school GPA and passing test score in at least Reading and Writing or Math
- For AST1002 (Descriptive Astronomy) and CAI1001C (Artificial Intelligence Thinking):
- Must have a minimum 2.5 high school GPA and test scores
- For PSC1515 (Energy in the Natural Environment) and BSC1005 (General Education Biology):
- Graduating 8th grade students entering 9th grade in August 2025:
- Must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and pass all three sections of the ACCUPLACER Next Generation exam
- High school student (9th, 10th, and 11th grades):
- Application for 2025 Summer Institute Now Available!
- If you are interested in receiving the application for this upcoming Summer Institute, please email stemwave@mdc.edu your name, current school, and grade level.
Partner Schools
Current partner schools include:
- Center for International Education
- Homestead Senior High
- M.A.S.T. @ Homestead
- Mays Conservatory of the Arts
- Miami Community Charter School
- Somerset South Homestead
- South Dade Senior High
Interested in becoming a partner school? Connect with us at stemwave@mdc.edu