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Gold SignalMassachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)Selective

MIT Introduction to Technology, Engineering, and Science (MITES) Program

MITES Summer is a free, six-week residential program at MIT for high school juniors interested in STEM. Students take courses in math, life sciences, physics, humanities, and project-based electives, live on campus, and receive college admissions counseling and professional mentoring.

Jun–Jul · 6 wk sessionsResidentialCambridge, MAFree83 days

Entering grades11th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Leadership

SubjectsMathematics, Life Sciences, Physics, Humanities, Engineering Design, Machine Learning, Genomics, Electronics, Architecture

CostFree · $0

Websitehttps://mites.mit.edu/

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Silver SignalUniversity of Wisconsin-MadisonSelective

University of Wisconsin-Madison Engineering Summer Program

A highly selective, free three-week residential summer program for rising high school juniors and seniors featuring rigorous coursework in mathematics, chemistry, physics, and introductory engineering design, taught by UW-Madison faculty with hands-on projects and industrial site visits.

Jul · 3 wk sessionsResidentialMadison, WIFree

Entering grades10th, 11th

CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration

SubjectsMathematics, Chemistry, Physics, Engineering Design

CostFree · $0

Websitehttps://www.engr.wisc.edu/academics/student-services/diversity-programs/engineering-summer-program/

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University of WaterlooSelective

University of Waterloo: Catalyst Summer Leadership Program

A two-week in-person summer program offering two streams: Traditional Catalyst (STEM, engineering design, and leadership skills) and Catalyst - Early Entrepreneurs (innovation, entrepreneurship, and business foundations) for high school students.

Jul–Aug · 2 wk sessionsCommuterWaterloo, Canada<$50095 days

Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesSTEM, Business/Entrepreneurship, Leadership

SubjectsEngineering Design, Entrepreneurship, STEM, Design Thinking, Problem-Solving, Innovation, Business Foundations

Cost<$500 · $732

Websitehttps://uwaterloo.ca/engineering-outreach/programs/catalyst

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Cooper Union (Albert Nerken School of Engineering)Selective

The Cooper Union Summer STEM Program

An immersive summer STEM program offering 3-week and 6-week hands-on engineering and computer science courses for high school students, including digital fabrication, app development, coding, and physics. Highly selective program emphasizing experiential learning and prototyping.

Jul · 3–6 wk sessionsCommuterNew York, NY$3,000–$6,999128 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th

CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration, Academic

SubjectsEngineering Design, Computer Science, Python, Swift, JavaScript, Arduino, Electronics & Circuits, 3D Modeling & Digital Fabrication, Data Science, Physics, Quantum Theory, Water Quality Engineering, Civil Engineering, Sustainability, App Development

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $3,150

Websitehttps://cooper.edu/engineering/summer-stem

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Tufts UniversitySelectiveCredit

Tufts Pre-College: Engineering & Computer Science Programs

Summer intensives and undergraduate engineering/computer science courses for high school students, featuring 2–3 week residential and commuter options with faculty mentorship, lab access, and portfolio-building opportunities.

Jun–Aug · 2–3 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialMedford, MA$3,000–$6,999172 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesSTEM, Academic, Career Exploration, Travel/Cultural Immersion

SubjectsEngineering, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Python Programming, Robotics, Biomedical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Environmental Science, Music Engineering, Design, Engineering Design, Renewable Energy Systems

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,425

Websitehttps://universitycollege.tufts.edu/pre-college/academics/engineering-computer-science-programs-high-school-students

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University of Tulsa

University of Tulsa: Electrical Engineering Summer Academy

A one-week commuter program in June for rising grades 8–11 students to experience electrical and mechanical engineering through hands-on design projects, including building circuit boards, sensor systems, and an autonomous line-following robot, with industry professional interaction and year-round faculty mentorship.

Jun · 1 wk sessionsCommuterTulsa, OKFree

Entering grades8th, 9th, 10th, 11th

CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration

SubjectsElectrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Design

CostFree

Websitehttps://utulsa.edu/academics/engineering-computer-science/impact/stem-initiatives/

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Pennsylvania College of Technology

Pennsylvania College of Technology Pre-College Programs: Engineering

A 4-day overnight engineering camp featuring hands-on workshops in electronics, manufacturing technology, plastics engineering, and welding using state-of-the-art labs and equipment.

Jun · 1 wk sessionsResidentialWilliamsport, PA<$500

Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration

SubjectsEngineering, Engineering Design, Electronics, Manufacturing Engineering Technology, Robotics, Welding Engineering Technology, Plastics & Polymer Engineering Technology

Cost<$500 · $375

Websitehttps://www.pct.edu/pre-college-programs/engineering

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Seton Hall UniversityCredit

Seton Hall University: Engineering Pathways: Robotics, Electronics and Green Technologies

A one-week intensive hands-on program for high school students exploring robotics, electronics, and green technologies through project-based learning, engineering challenges, and collaborative design thinking.

Jul · 1 wk sessionsCommuterSouth Orange, NJ$500–$1,499172 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration

SubjectsRobotics, Electronics, Green Technologies, Climate Science, Renewable Energy, Engineering Design

Cost$500–$1,499 · $1,200

Websitehttps://www.shu.edu/summer/pre-college-summer-courses#STEM

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Camp S.W.A.G. Academy

Camp S.W.A.G. Academy: Summer Leadership & STEM Programs

Camp S.W.A.G. Academy offers summer leadership and STEM programs for middle and high school students in the Greater Atlanta area and select North Carolina communities, featuring hands-on, project-based learning in small cohorts.

Jun–Aug · 1 wk sessionsCommuterMultiple locations$500–$1,499232 days

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

CategoriesSTEM, Leadership, Academic

SubjectsSTEM, Leadership, Human Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, Responsible AI, Project Management, Solar Technology, Applied STEM, Engineering Design, Problem-Solving, Event Planning, Chemistry, Physics, Aerodynamics

Cost$500–$1,499 · $1,495

Websitehttps://campswagacademy.com/

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Stony Brook University

Stony Brook University Pre-College Summer: Biomedical Engineering

A 6-day intensive biomedical engineering program for rising high school juniors and seniors covering anatomy, AI/machine learning, engineering design, 3D modeling, microcontroller programming, biosignals, and clinical problem-solving. Available as residential or commuter options.

Jun–Jul · 1 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialStony Brook, NY$1,500–$2,999203 days

Entering grades11th, 12th

CategoriesSTEM, Academic

SubjectsBiomedical Engineering, Engineering Design, Anatomy, Machine Learning, Python Programming, 3D Modeling and Printing, Electronics, Wearable Health Technology

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,375

Websitehttps://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/precollege-summer/courses/biomedical-engineering.php

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UCLA Summer Sessions

UCLA Summer Sessions: Engineering Design Summer Institute

A 3-week experiential program introducing engineering design through hands-on projects including mobile robots, smart electronic systems, or Go-Kart construction. Participants build teamwork and communication skills while exploring engineering majors and careers at UCLA.

Jun · 3 wk sessionsCommuterLos Angeles, CA$1,500–$2,999

Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th, PG

CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration

SubjectsEngineering, Engineering Design

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,799

Websitehttps://summer.ucla.edu/program/engineering-design-summer-institute/

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University of Rochester

University of Rochester Pre-College: Biomedical Engineering

An online, asynchronous biomedical engineering course for high school students ages 13+ designed by Professor Scott Seidman, PhD. Students engage with videos, simulations, and assignments covering engineering design, measurements, data collection, and biology/anatomy, culminating in a capstone project with mentor support.

May–Jun · 2–4 wk sessionsOnline$1,500–$2,999Rolling

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration

SubjectsBiomedical Engineering, Engineering Design, Biology, Anatomy

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,595

Websitehttps://rochesteronline.precollegeprograms.org/biomedical

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CIEE

CIEE High School Summer in Seoul, South Korea: Engineering & Automotives

A 3-week study abroad program in Seoul focused on automotive engineering and STEM. Students participate in interactive classes, factory tours, hands-on workshops, and design labs while exploring car production, engine mechanics, and innovation, with housing and meals included.

Jun–Jul · 3 wk sessionsResidentialSeoul, South Korea$3,000–$6,99971 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration, Travel/Cultural Immersion

SubjectsAutomotive Engineering, Engineering Design, Manufacturing, Engine Mechanics and Electronics, Innovation and Technology

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $6,900

Websitehttps://www.ciee.org/go-abroad/high-school-study-abroad/summer/programs/south-korea/seoul/engineering-automotives

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University of Toronto Engineering Outreach

University of Toronto Engineering Outreach Pre-College Summer Programs

University of Toronto Engineering Outreach offers three high school summer programs: CREATE (Engineering Design Challenges), DEEP Summer Academy (graduate-level research), and Blueprint (for Black students in grades 10–11). All programs are in-person, on-campus experiences at the Faculty of Applied Science and Engineering.

JulCommuterToronto, Canada

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesSTEM, Academic

SubjectsEngineering, Engineering Design, Research

Websitehttps://outreach.engineering.utoronto.ca/pre-university-programs/high-school-program/

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