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Michigan Technological UniversitySelective

Michigan Tech Summer Youth Programs: Women in Engineering

A selective one-week residential program for high school girls grades 9–11 offering hands-on, project-based learning in multiple engineering disciplines, industry professional sessions, team competitions, and outdoor activities in Michigan's Keweenaw Peninsula.

Jun · 1 wk sessionsResidentialHoughton, MI<$50096 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th

CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration

SubjectsAerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical & Computer Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Geohazards Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science & Engineering, Robotics Engineering

Cost<$500 · $325

Websitehttps://www.mtu.edu/syp/discover/pathway-programs

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US Naval AcademySelective

US Naval Academy: Summer Seminar

A 6-day residential introduction to the Naval Academy for prospective applicants. The highly competitive program includes coursework in engineering, sciences, humanities, and military leadership, with approximately 800 spaces available per session.

Jun · 1 wk sessionsResidentialAnnapolis, MD<$500140 days

Entering grades11th

CategoriesSTEM, Leadership, Career Exploration

SubjectsInformation Technology, Naval Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, Ocean Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Microcomputer Design, Seamanship & Navigation, Ethics & Character Development, Oceanography, Mathematics, History, Meteorology, Literature, Chemistry, Political Science, Language Studies, Martial Arts, Economics

Cost<$500 · $575

Websitehttps://www.usna.edu/Admissions/Programs/NASS/index.php

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Summit EducationSelective

Summit STEM Fellowship (SSF)

A 3-week virtual summer STEM program for grades 8–12 featuring live instruction, mentorship from accomplished professionals at top institutions, and career exploration across diverse STEM fields including medicine, AI, aerospace engineering, and data science.

Jun–Jul · 3 wk sessionsOnline<$500Rolling: Early (03-15-2026), Regular (04-12-2026), Late (05-17-2026)

Entering grades8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, College

CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration, Leadership

SubjectsMedicine, AI, Computational Biology, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Data Science, Entrepreneurship, Computer Science

Cost<$500 · $875

Websitehttps://www.summiteducation.org/

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Michigan Technological UniversitySelective

Michigan Tech: Engineering Scholars Program (ESP)

A selective, residential pathway program where students in grades 9–11 explore engineering careers through hands-on, project-based learning in two fields of their choice from nine engineering disciplines, including aerospace, chemical, civil, electrical, environmental, geohazards, mechanical, materials science, and robotics engineering.

Jun · 1 wk sessionsResidentialHoughton, MI$500–$1,49996 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th

CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration

SubjectsEngineering, Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical & Computer Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Geohazards Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science & Engineering, Robotics Engineering

Cost$500–$1,499 · $700

Websitehttps://www.mtu.edu/syp/

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Summer Springboard (Terra Education)Selective

Summer Springboard

A residential and online summer program offering university-based courses across healthcare, engineering, computer science, business, media, and humanities for middle and high school students at prestigious campuses across the US and internationally.

Jun–Aug · 1–2 wk sessionsResidential / OnlineMultiple locations$500–$1,499187 days

Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration, Business/Entrepreneurship, Healthcare, Performing & Visual Arts

SubjectsPre-Med, Biotechnology, Cardiology, Dentistry, Emergency Medicine, Immunology, Kinesiology, Medical Research, Neuroscience, Nursing, Nutrition, Oncology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Psychology, Public Health, Surgery, Veterinary Medicine, Aerospace Engineering, Astrophysics, Automotive Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Marine Biology, Physics, Quantum Computing, Forensic Science, Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Game Development, Web Development, UX Design, Extended Reality, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Marketing, Economics, International Relations, Law, Sports Management, Financial Technology, Filmmaking, Photography, Architecture, Interior Design, Animation, Branding, Fashion, Music Production, Audio Engineering, Literature, Writing, Theater, History, Communication

Cost$500–$1,499 · $1,498

Websitehttps://summerspringboard.com/

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Rutgers University School of EngineeringSelective

Rutgers Honors Engineering eXperience

A one-week residential summer program for rising high school juniors and seniors offering hands-on engineering education across multiple disciplines including materials science, aerospace, chemical, electrical, and mechanical engineering. Students participate in workshops, labs, and projects culminating in a symposium presentation.

Jun · 1 wk sessionsResidentialPiscataway, NJ$1,500–$2,99993 days

Entering grades11th, 12th

CategoriesSTEM, Academic

SubjectsMaterials Science & Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,500

Websitehttps://soe.rutgers.edu/RHEX

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California Polytechnic State University, San Luis ObispoSelective

Cal Poly San Luis Obispo: Engineering Possibilities in College (EPIC)

A one-week residential summer engineering camp featuring hands-on labs taught by Cal Poly professors and industry professionals, with an emphasis on "Learn by Doing." Students are placed in engineering tracks and participate in design projects, guest speaker series, and campus activities.

Jun–Jul · 1 wk sessionsResidentialSan Luis Obispo, CA$1,500–$2,999140 days

Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th

CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration

SubjectsAerospace Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Bioresource and Agricultural Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, General Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Software Engineering

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,900

Websitehttps://epic.calpoly.edu/

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Northwestern UniversitySelectiveCredit

Northwestern University College Prep Summer Program

A competitive summer enrichment program offering college-preparatory courses for high school students through IN FOCUS seminars and college credit courses at Northwestern's Evanston and Chicago campuses, with year-round online enrichment options.

Jun–Jul · 2–4 wk sessionsResidential / OnlineEvanston, IL$1,500–$2,999141 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration

SubjectsClinical Neuroscience, Forensic Chemistry, Business, Aerospace Engineering

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,795

Websitehttps://sps.northwestern.edu/college-preparation/

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University of WashingtonSelective

Summer Springboard at University of Washington

A 2- or 4-week summer program for high school students offering courses in aerospace engineering, foreign affairs, pharmaceutical sciences, psychology & neuroscience, UX design, and more, with options for residential or commuter participation. Includes college readiness workshops and local Seattle excursions.

Jul · 2–4 wk sessionsResidential / CommuterSeattle, WA$3,000–$6,999187 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration

SubjectsAerospace Engineering, Foreign Affairs, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Psychology & Neuroscience, UX Design, Business & Law, Engineering & Science, Medicine & Healthcare

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $2,998

Websitehttps://summerspringboard.com/campus/university-of-washington/

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National Student Leadership ConferenceSelectiveCredit

National Student Leadership Conference (NSLC) | Aerospace

A residential summer program for high school students focusing on aerospace engineering, aviation, and space exploration. Students design and build unmanned aerial vehicles, participate in hands-on simulations, and engage in leadership development while visiting industry partners like NASA and SpaceX.

Jun–Jul · 1 wk sessionsResidentialMultiple locations$3,000–$6,999Rolling (space-dependent)

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration, Leadership

SubjectsAerospace Engineering, Aerodynamics, Propulsion Mechanics, Flight Control Systems, CAD (Computer-Aided Design), Alternative Energy, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs)

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,395

Websitehttps://www.nslcleaders.org/youth-leadership-programs/aerospace/

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University of Maryland Clark School of Engineering

University of Maryland: WIE RISE Summer Program

A virtual, webinar-style introduction to engineering research for rising 9th–12th grade students. Students explore eight engineering disciplines through virtual lab tours, demonstrations, and at-home experiments hosted by current engineering students.

Jul · 1 wk sessionsOnline<$500Opens January (for following summer)

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration

SubjectsEngineering, Aerospace Engineering, Bioengineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil & Environmental Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Fire Protection Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering

Cost<$500 · $25

Websitehttps://eng.umd.edu/wie/future-students/6-12-programs

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Boston Leadership Institute

Boston Leadership Institute: Physics of Space

A one-week summer science program exploring the physics and behavior of celestial objects, exoplanets, stars, and aerospace engineering through hands-on activities including model rocket construction and astrobiology investigations.

Jun · 1 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialWellesley, MA$500–$1,499185 days

Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesSTEM

SubjectsPhysics, Astrophysics, Astronomy, Astrobiology, Aerospace Engineering, Space Exploration

Cost$500–$1,499 · $699

Websitehttps://www.bostonleadershipinstitute.com/physics-of-space-2/

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St. John's Northwestern Academy

Summer at St. John's Northwestern Academy

St. John's Northwestern Academy offers multiple summer programs including Lancer Day Camp for grades 1–6, Raider School for grades 7–12, and Aviation Camp for grades 6–9, featuring activities such as rock climbing, swimming, flight simulators, and aerospace engineering on campus in Delafield, Wisconsin.

Jul–Aug · 1 wk sessionsCommuterDelafield, WI$500–$1,499

Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th, 9th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Outdoor Adventure, Performing & Visual Arts

SubjectsAviation, Aerospace Engineering, Character Development, Leadership, STEM

Cost$500–$1,499 · $1,100

Websitehttps://stjohnsnorthwestern.org/summer/

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University of South Florida

University of South Florida: Youth Experiences Summer Camps

A suite of day and residential summer camps for grades 6–12 offered across USF Tampa and USF St. Petersburg campuses, including programs in STEM, aerospace, healthcare, biomedical engineering, cybersecurity, and business.

Jul · 1–6 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialTampa, FL$500–$1,499

Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration, Healthcare, Business/Entrepreneurship, Leadership

SubjectsAerospace Engineering, Cybersecurity, Coding, Drone Technology, AI & Machine Learning, Mathematics, Anatomy, Oncology, Sports Business, Biomedical Engineering, Entrepreneurship, Leadership

Cost$500–$1,499 · $1,199

Websitehttps://www.usf.edu/innovative-education/yxp/summer-camps/index.aspx

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Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute: Summer@RPI

Summer@RPI offers multiple in-person and online summer programs for high school students, including tracks in aerospace engineering, architecture, STEAMM, chemistry with AI for protein design, game design, and biomedical engineering.

Jul · 1–2 wk sessionsCommuter / OnlineTroy, NY$1,500–$2,999155 days

Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration, Career Exploration, Career Exploration, Career Exploration, Career Exploration, Career Exploration

SubjectsAerospace Engineering, Architecture, Game Design, Biomedical Engineering, Chemistry, Chemical Biology, Artificial Intelligence

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,850

Websitehttps://pre-college.admissions.rpi.edu/summerrpi

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Virginia Space Flight Academy

Space Adventure Camp

A residential STEM camp offering multiple tracks in aerospace engineering, rocketry, robotics, and space mission design at NASA's Wallops Flight Facility. Participants design and build model rockets, program drones, work with CAD and 3D printing, and engage in hands-on space science research.

Jun–Jul · 1 wk sessionsResidentialWallops Island, VA$1,500–$2,999

Entering grades7th, 8th, 9th, 10th

CategoriesSTEM, Academic

SubjectsAerospace Engineering, Rocketry, Robotics, Drone Operations, CAD and 3D Printing, Coding, Space Science, Data Analysis

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,599

Websitehttps://www.vasfa.org/space-adventure-camp

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Study Mind

Study Mind: International Engineering Career Camp

A residential, hands-on engineering program for ages 15–18 combining interactive workshops, real-world projects, mentoring from industry professionals, and site visits to leading engineering firms and institutions. Offered in 1-, 2-, and 3-week sessions with small group instruction (max 12 students per group).

Jun–Aug · 1–3 wk sessionsResidentialLondon, United Kingdom$1,500–$2,999Rolling

Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration

SubjectsEngineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Robotics, CAD/Design Software, MATLAB

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,799

Websitehttps://studymind.co.uk/engineering-work-experience/

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Yale University

Summer Springboard at Yale

A one-week residential or commuter summer program for high school students offering courses in medicine, healthcare, engineering, business, and law with hands-on field experiences and excursions to major cities.

Jun–Jul · 1–2 wk sessionsResidential / CommuterNew Haven, CT$3,000–$6,999187 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration, Healthcare, Business/Entrepreneurship

SubjectsCardiology, Emergency Medicine, Medical Research, Oncology, Pediatrics, Surgery, Psychology & Neuroscience, Kinesiology & Physical Therapy, Aerospace Engineering, Fundamentals of Engineering, Business & Entrepreneurship, Fintech, Junior MBA, Sports Management, Trial Law, Digital Marketing & Social Media, Forensic Science

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $2,498

Websitehttps://summerspringboard.com/campus/yale-summer-program/

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Envision by WorldStrides

Envision Experience: Aerospace & Aviation at Rice University

An immersive residential aerospace engineering program at Rice University featuring hands-on design labs, wind tunnels, flight simulators, and NASA visits. Students design satellites, build and launch rockets, and explore careers in aerospace through industry networking and college preparation.

Jul · 2 wk sessionsResidentialHouston, TX$3,000–$6,999Rolling

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration

SubjectsAerospace Engineering, Rocket Design, Satellite Technology, Orbital Mechanics, Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, CAD & 3D Printing

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $6,999

Websitehttps://www.envisionexperience.com/explore-our-programs/aerospace-academy

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