San Diego, CA—The Fleet Science Center is extending the application deadline for the Better Education for Women in Science and Engineering (BE WiSE) program to Friday, February 19, 2021. BE WiSE is a free program that engages girls in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) learning experiences in collaboration with the region's research, industry and academic institutions. BE WiSE sparks girls’ interest in STEM through interactions with professionals, increases participants' opportunities and knowledge of STEM fields of study, as well as developing a community of girls who are engaged in science learning throughout middle and high school.

The goal of the BE WiSE program is to engage girls in free STEM learning experiences through real STEM-related work, situations and hands-on learning. Once accepted into the program, girls will interact with successful women who are currently working in STEM-related careers, while attending workshops held virtually, at STEM companies, local universities and research facilities.

Girls in grades 7 and 8 must apply for BE WiSE during the month of January with the deadline being on the first week of February. Applications submitted must include a teacher recommendation and a personal essay in order to be considered for the program. Once accepted, BE WiSE girls will attend a virtual orientation as their first activity and continue to be invited to various science workshops throughout the year.

Last year, the Fleet Science Center accepted 130 girls into BE WiSE and hosted over 30 events throughout the year. Currently, there are 730 girls in the BE WiSE program on six different cohorts. 

The Fleet Science Center is now receiving applications from girls in 7th and 8th grade to be a part of the BE WiSE program. The application period is has been extended to February 19, 2021. Applications will be reviewed and announcements will be made by end of March 2021. 

To submit an application and for more information, visit www.fleetscience.org/application.

For more information on the Fleet’s BE WiSE program, visit www.fleetscience.org/bewise. 

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