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NC State University: STEP - Summer Textile Exploration Program
Overview
A one-week residential summer program for rising high school seniors to explore five textile-related academic areas including fashion design, textile management, chemistry, engineering, and technology at NC State's Wilson College of Textiles.
At a glance
Deadline
Apr 15155 days
Sessions
Jun–Jul1 wk sessions
Formats
Residential
Location
Raleigh, NC
Cost
$500–$1,499from $450
Entering grades
12th
Acceptance
Up to 40 participants per week selected based on academic success, course selection, extracurricular activities, leadership roles, life experiences, writing ability, and demonstrated interest in Wilson College.
Application requirements
Transcript
Unofficial transcript (one complete document, not screenshots or progress reports) confirming high school junior standing and including classes through current term. Homeschool and narrative transcripts accepted if comprehensive.
Academic Standing
Must be a current high school junior planning to apply to a four-year university in the fall. Early college high school students must be planning four-year university attendance.
Payment Method
Debit/credit card required for personal purchases (university is cashless).
Cost & sessions
Cost of $450 per session includes lodging, transportation, materials, lunches, and dinners. Students must bring debit/credit card for personal expenses. Partial and full scholarships available for those with demonstrated financial need.
Financial aid
Partial and full scholarships available for those with demonstrated financial need. Financial aid application included in STEP application.
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