College of Engineering

To provide students who show an interest in engineering studies an early exposure to and preparation for scientific study and research. We provide activities that will spark an interest in the world of engineering and computing and allow students to explore career opportunities. Throughout the program, participants will be challenged to apply what they have learned in engineering and computing activities.

Campers will spend three nights in a Tennessee Tech dormitory, experiencing a college-like schedule as they navigate through engineering and computing sessions. During sessions, campers will engage in hands on interactive experiments. In addition to experiments, we want to immerse our campers in cultural experiences by including college-readiness activities and by spending evenings doing fun activities such as movie night, ice cream parties, and game nights at the new Marc L. Burnett Campus Recreation Center. At the end of the camp, we hope your camper takes home with them a passion for innovation and a lifetime of great memories.

Q: Who will lead the sessions?

A: The sessions are led by faculty and graduate students from the Tennessee Tech College of Engineering. Peer counselors will assist with program and team-building activities.

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Q: What other activities will students be involved in?

A: Participants will learn about majors in the Tennessee Tech College of Engineering, participate in tours of the university including engineering labs and facilities, take part in college life preparation seminars, cultivate new friendships, and attend engineering lectures and lab experiments.

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Q: Who may apply?

A: All rising 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students who have an interest in science, math, engineering or technology are encouraged to apply.

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Q: What is the cost?

A: There is a nominal $75 attendance fee covering all camp activities and a commemorative t-shirt.

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Q: What are the requirements to apply?

A: Students must have an interest in science, technology, engineering, or math with goods scores in math and science and a completed application which includes a reference from a math or science teacher.

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Q: How may applications be submitted?

A: All applications must be submitted online. The link to apply will be available here after February 1, 2025.

There is no application fee. A $75 attendance fee covers all camp activities and includes a commemorative t-shirt.

Now taking applications.  Applications extended to April 15, 2025.

• Guardians will be notified via email about their camper’s application status by first of May 2025
• All camper paperwork is due by May 23rd
• Selected applicants failing to submit paperwork and payment by the deadline may be subject to removal and their spot reallocated to a waitlisted attendee.
• Limited financial assistance available, subject to availability and demonstrated need.