# SMASH Residential

Free, year-long intensive STEM program with a residential summer at partner universities — UC Berkeley, Morehouse, Northeastern, and the University of Michigan — for 10th-11th grade applicants pursuing tech careers.

## Key facts

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Organization | SMASH |
| Category | stem |
| Cost | Free |
| Deadline | Rolling / check official site |
| Eligibility | Grades 10–12 |
| Format | In person |
| Location | Multiple States |
| Program dates | 2026-07-11 to 2026-07-31 |
| Apply | https://www.smash.org/programs/ |

## About this program

# SMASH Residential

SMASH Residential is a free, one-year, intensive STEM-focused program that empowers students of color and students from under-resourced communities to deepen their talents and pursue STEM careers. The centerpiece is a tuition-free residential summer on a partner university campus; in 2026, SMASH sites include UC Berkeley, Morehouse College, Northeastern University, and the University of Michigan, with the summer running July 11-31.

## What You'll Do

- Live on campus for a free summer of residential programming at a partner university
- Take rigorous STEM coursework — computer science, math, and design thinking — taught tuition-free
- Build projects and pitch them, culminating in events like the SMASH National Pitch Competition (July 31, 2026)
- Continue with year-round programming and a national alumni community after the summer

## Who Should Apply

Students in 10th or 11th grade at the time of application with a 3.0+ GPA, strong math skills, attendance at a public or scholarship-based private high school, and demonstrated interest in computer science degrees or careers. Applications for each summer open in the fall.

## Outcomes

SMASH scholars gain a full residential college experience at no cost, a portfolio of STEM projects and pitches, and entry into a national network of scholars and mentors that supports college applications and early tech careers.

## Frequently asked questions

### How much does SMASH Residential cost?

SMASH Residential is completely free — there is no participation fee. Costs like travel or optional materials may still apply; check the official site for details.

### Who is eligible for SMASH Residential?

SMASH Residential is open to high school students in grades 10–12. Some programs have additional requirements (GPA, coursework, essays, or recommendations) — the full criteria are on the official site.

### Is SMASH Residential online or in person?

SMASH Residential is an in-person program based in Multiple States.

### How do I apply to SMASH Residential?

Apply directly through SMASH's official website. ExtracurricularHub links to the official application — we list and verify programs but don't process applications.

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