UVU PREP Program for Middle Schoolers | School Community University Partnership (SCUP)

UVU PREP is a free science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) program for middle school and junior high students. Over three summers, UVU PREP provides rigorous academic instruction, educational hands-on projects, challenging homework assignments, career awareness speakers and field trips. 

Apply for UVU PREP

Current sixth grade students attending public school in the Alpine, Nebo and Provo school districts can apply for the program. Once a student is accepted, UVU PREP is a three-year commitment.

UVU Prep Application Information

Student Parent Handbook

Important Dates

Registration Deadline: January 31, 2025
UVU PREP Begins: June 2, 2025
Mandatory Parent Orientation Dates
- Year 1 Students: May 6, 2025, 6 pm
- Year 2 and 3 Students: May 7, 2025, 6 pm
Vacation Dates
- Juneteenth (Observed): June 16, 2025
- Independence Day: July 3-4, 2025
Field Trips: UVU PREP students participate in various STEM-related field trips.
- June 6, 2025
- June 13, 2025
- June 20, 2025
- June 27, 2025
UVU PREP Ends: July 10, 2025
Closing Celebration: The UVU PREP Closing Celebration honors the achievements of our participating students. Year 3 students are recognized for completing all 3 years of UVU PREP.
- July 10, 2025, 5:30 pm for PREP students, parents and families

UVU PREP Curriculum

Year 1

Logic and Its Application to Mathematics
Introduction to Engineering
Problem Solving I

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Year 2

Algebraic Structures
Introduction to Physics
Problem Solving II

Year 3

Math Innovation
Introduction to Probability and Statistics
Computer Science

Attendance Policy

Three absences are allowed for UVU PREP students before probable dismissal from the program. Learn more about our attendance policy on our FAQ page.

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UVU PREP educates tomorrow’s STEM leaders. Our STEM program for middle school students gives participants a strong STEM foundation they will take into high school, secondary education, and beyond.

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