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How to Get Published & Earn College Credit: Inside GMU’s ASSIP Research Program

How to Get Published & Earn College Credit: Inside GMU’s ASSIP Research Program

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Are you looking for a summer extracurricular that actually moves the needle on college applications? In this episode, we break down George Mason University’s Aspiring Scientists Summer Internship Program (ASSIP).

Discover how this competitive 8-week internship allows high schoolers to work alongside faculty mentors on cutting-edge STEM research. We cover everything you need to know about the 2025 application cycle, including:

  • The Academic Edge: How to earn 3 transferable college credits (COS120).

  • Real Impact: Opportunities to co-author publications, present at conferences, and even secure patents.

  • The Investment: A breakdown of the $1299 tuition fee and available financial need waivers.

If you are serious about STEM and want a preview of university-level research, this is the episode for you.

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