ABINGTON, Pa. — The College-Bound STEM Academy, offered through a partnership between Penn State Abington and KleinLife, announced its fall 2025 schedule of science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) courses for students in grades 6 through 12. The classes provide them with a jump start on transitioning to higher education and developing career skills.
The STEM Academy options:
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Grades 11 and 12
- Statistics and computer science courses are taught by Abington faculty and allow students to earn college credits*. Students who later enroll at Abington are eligible for a $4,000 scholarship.
- When: Two evenings a week from mid-September through mid-December.
- Cost: From $250 for three college credits
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Grades 9 though 12
- Math enrichment classes include pre-algebra, algebra I, algebra II and trigonometry. Students who complete specific enrichment classes are eligible for introductory statistics, computer science, or calculus courses.
- When: Begins in October
- Free
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Grades 6 through 12
- STEM Workshops teach technical skills and theory to students of all abilities and interests.
- When: Tuesday and Thursday evenings from Oct. 21 through Dec. 18
- Cost: $99
For more information, to enroll and to apply for scholarships, complete this form or contact Michael Kagan, associate professor of physics, at mak411@psu.edu.
Classes are held at KleinLife in Far Northeast Philadelphia, about 15 minutes from the Abington campus.
“The College-Bound STEM Academy embodies Penn State's land-grant mission to provide robust educational resources in our communities as a means of creating access to higher education. We are grateful to KleinLife for collaborating with us to provide transformational educational experiences," said Gary Liguori, Abington chancellor.
*Dual enrollment allows high school students to take college courses and earn both high school and college credit. Credits can be applied to a Penn State degree and are part of one transcript recognized at all Penn State campuses. Credits may also be transferred to another college or university. Dual enrollment is an evidence-based practice that improves student outcomes and can reduce the time and money invested in earning a college degree.
About Penn State Abington
Penn State Abington provides an affordable, accessible and high-impact education resulting in the success of a diverse student body. It is committed to student success through innovative approaches to 21st-century public higher education within a world-class research university. With more than 3,100 students, Penn State Abington is a residential campus that offers baccalaureate degrees in 26 majors, accelerated master's degrees, undergraduate research, the Schreyer Honors College, NCAA Division III athletics and more.