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We provide our undergraduates with a rigorous, high-quality education and exceptional research opportunities, supporting them in tailoring their education to pursue their passions and build on their strengths.
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Computer Science Major
Lanham, MD
FIRE Program
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Biological Sciences Major
Ellicott City, MD
College Park Scholars: Life Sciences
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Computer Science Major
Mathematics Minor
Saratoga, CA
College Park Scholars
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Biological Sciences: Physiology & Neurobiology Major
Fairfax, VA
FIRE Program: Molecular Diagnostics
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Computer Science Major
Philosophy Minor
Cherry Hill, NJ
Gemstone
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Biological Sciences Major
Humanities, Health, and Medicine Minor
Potomac, MD
College Park Scholars: Life Sciences Program

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Biological Sciences Major
Clarksburg, MD
College Park Scholars
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Peer Mentor Coordinator
Biological Sciences (Cell Biology & Genetics track)
Data Science Minor
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Neuroscience Major
Silver Spring, MD
FIRE Program
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Math Major
Bel Air, MD
College Park Scholars

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