Baruch CollegeNow STEM Research Academy

The Baruch College Now STEM Research Academy is a competitive, two-semester program for students who want to build real-world science skills and work alongside real CUNY scientists and build a network for your future college applications.

• Spring Semester (Introduction to Research Skills): 1-credit, hybrid college prep course (BIO 3002 – Reading Science) from late January to mid-May. Learn how to read scientific papers, design experiments, and prepare for a lab environment.
• Summer Semester (Applied Research Experience): If you pass the spring course with a C or higher, you can opt into a 6-week paid summer internship. Conduct research with a mentor and present your work at a city-wide symposium.
• College Credit: Earn 1 official college credit for completing the spring course.
• Stipend: Receive a $1,575 stipend after successfully completing the summer internship.

Eligibility: Must be a 10th or 11th grader in an NYC Public High School when applying. (Mostly for 11th graders, but 10th graders with strong grades are highly encouraged to apply!).

An overall 80+ GPA/average is required.

10th graders: You specifically need an 80+ average in English, Math, and Science classes.

Priority is given to students from partner high schools and groups historically underrepresented in STEM fields.

• Application: Opens in mid-October and closes in December.
• Results Announced: Mid-December.

You will need: 1. A copy of your high school transcript

2. A one-page essay introducing yourself, what science areas you love, what you hope to get out of the academy, and why you are a great candidate

3. The completed online application form