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The University of Florida’s CPET Summer Programs encompass a wide range of academic enrichment opportunities for middle- and high-school students across STEM, health sciences, research, and interdisciplinary fields. Rather than operating as a single pre-college session, CPET serves as an umbrella for multiple specialized programs, such as the Student Science Training Program (SSTP) and Research Explorations (ReX), each with its own focus and eligibility. Students primarily participate in residential or commuter formats, with an emphasis on hands-on research and laboratory exposure. Residential programs allow students to live in UF residence halls and engage in structured social and academic programming, while select day-camps and weekend institutes broaden access. Admission is selective; programs require a holistic application review including transcripts and teacher endorsements. For families seeking STEM-forward opportunities at a flagship public research university, UF CPET provides multiple entry points tailored to different readiness levels, from middle-school exploration to intensive senior-year research.