STEM Scholars 2026 Graduate

July 2026

Congratulations to the 2026 Franklin Institute STEM Scholars graduates! This exceptional cohort of 16 seniors earned an impressive 110 college acceptances from 61 colleges and universities, a testament to their hard work, dedication, and academic excellence.

The Reliance Matrix Foundation is proud to support the Franklin Institute's STEM Scholars Program, which equips students with the knowledge, skills, and experiences needed to thrive in college and beyond. The program offers hands-on workshops, academic enrichment, exposure to a wide range of STEM industries, professional development, entrepreneurial and internship opportunities, ACT preparation, college essay coaching, and comprehensive college and career readiness support. Workshops are led by professionals from leading STEM industries, universities, and hospitals throughout the Philadelphia region.

STEM Scholars make a four-year commitment to rigorous STEM enrichment, fueled by their passion for science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. The program includes weekly after-school sessions throughout the academic year, as well as four weeks of immersive summer programming.

We congratulate these remarkable students on their achievements and look forward to the impact they will make as the next generation of innovators, leaders, and changemakers. The future is bright!