UT Austin Summer Academies: Academy For Robotics
Overview
A 6-day residential robotics program for high school students covering robotics fundamentals, mechanical design, programming in C++ and Linux, and control systems. Students gain hands-on experience building and simulating robots with UT Austin Computer Science faculty and peer mentors.
At a glance
Sessions
Jul1 wk sessions
Formats
Residential
Location
Austin, TX
Cost
$1,500–$2,999from $2,100
Entering grades
10th, 11th, 12th
Acceptance
Full enrollment for 2026 session
Application requirements
Entering Grade
10–12
Prerequisites
No prior programming or robotics experience required; all skill levels welcome
Online Enrollment
Enrollment through Ideal-Logic portal with contact, emergency, medical, and background information
Cost & sessions
Tuition of $2,100 includes housing, meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner), instruction, and educational and recreational activities. Scholarships available on limited basis for students with financial need; scholarship deadline April 15, 2026.
Financial aid
Scholarships available on limited basis for students with financial need.
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