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2027 Program Profile · High school + college · MA

UMass Lowell PROPEL

University of Massachusetts Lowell

Lowell, MA · Engineering / Life Sciences · Research / STEM program
High school + collegeFreeStipend / compensationComputation: VariesHealth sciences: ModerateData Confidence A

Program Snapshot

What students should know

Access model
Paid research internship
Eligible students
High-school students meeting current PROPEL eligibility
Current grade eligibility
9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
College eligibility
College / undergraduate eligible
Geographic eligibility
Lowell / regional commuter practical requirement
Research experience
Authentic mentored research / internship
Mentor / professional exposure
Scientists / engineers / faculty
Computational component
Varies
Health-sciences focus
Moderate
Tuition / fee
$0
Stipend / compensation
Paid; amount not publicly posted
Housing / travel
Housing not identified

2027 Cycle

Dates and application status

Application opens
Not yet published
Application deadline
February 28, 2027
Program starts
Not yet published
Program ends
Not yet published
Refresh status: 2026/current baseline; 2027 cycle refresh required

Editorial Assessment

How the score is calculated

Version 1.0
Curriculum Design & STEM Experience23/25
Academic / Research Quality18/20
Selectivity & Merit-Based Access12/15
Mentorship & Alumni Network13/15
Track Record & Institutional Stability9/15
Financial Accessibility10/10

Rankings cannot be purchased. Sponsorship or advertising does not affect program scores.

Alumni Experience

What verified alumni report

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Confidence threshold0/20High Confidence begins at 20 verified reviews

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Evidence

Sources supporting this profile

1 source
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Verified September 17, 2026

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