FAQs
What is the time commitment?
The program is 10 weeks in duration with a Saturday morning meeting cadence for four hours and a one hour midweek check-in, totalling five hours of meeting time per week.
Is financial aid available?
There is a limited amount of aid for students who demonstrate financial need. This comes in the form of application fee waivers, partial, and full tuition support. Students who require an application fee waiver can apply here. To see information on tuition and financial aid, please see here.
How long does the program run for?
The Innovation and Society Program is 10 weeks in duration. Following the program, outstanding students who would like to continue their work under the guidance of the Institute for Technology & Global Health, may apply for a one year fellowship program. Students may also participate in our 2025 Change.Enabled event.
What are the eligibility requirements to apply for Innovation & Society?
The Innovation & Society program is for high school students, so anyone from freshman year (9th grade) to senior may apply. Students who would like to include their program participation on their college admissions essays should be mindful of timelines. In that case, Sophomore and Junior years are best. Graduating seniors can also be part of the program and use their experience and work from the program to help steer their college careers and be part of an outstanding network of students.
Are students’ grades assessed as part of the application?
Students may be asked to submit unofficial transcripts as part of the admissions process, though the admissions team takes a holistic approach to each application review.
How much does Innovation & Society cost?
The total cost for the program is $4500. A $25 application fee is assessed when applying. If a student is admitted into the program, then the application fee is rolled into the program cost, bringing the amount owed by the student down to $4475. Unfortunately, the application fee is not refunded to those not admitted.
If admitted to the program, when do I have to pay?
For admitted students, the full amount is owed by the start of the program. For those unable to satisfy this requirement, a monthly payment plan is available. Please refer to the tuition page for more information.
Is there an interview process?
Following the first round of application reviews, interviews may be requested from students who have been shortlisted for admissions. Not receiving an invitation to interview does not mean that the you have not been admitted. Please wait until the advertised decision date for final confirmation of admissions decisions.
Are there preset topics to choose from in the research track?
There are no preset topics from either track in the program. Our curriculum is developed to cross-pollinate fields and apply STEM and social sciences principles
Can I change my track after being admitted?
Although we understand that a student's interest may change, we aim to achieve a balance in the numbers of students in each track in order to deliver the best possible experience. Switching to a different track makes the delivery of this experience difficult, which is why we encourage students to think deeply about desired outcomes prior to applying. That said, if an admitted student feels strongly about switching to a different track, they should immediately notify the program's director.