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Engineers and computer scientists use math, science and imagination to solve problems, invent new things, and improve the world around us. If you like math and science, solving problems, thinking creatively, or are curious about how things work, you are already on your way to becoming an engineer or computer scientist!

Join us for our upcoming camps and programs!


Programs

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Type

Residential

Who

Restricted to invitees by DAPCEP

When

July 24 – 28, 2024 

Requirements

  1. High school juniors with GPA 3.0 or better in core courses such as math, sciences, and technology.
  2. A transcript (preferably of a full year).

Program details

This residential summer program presents a great opportunity to prospective engineering students interested in the field of Computer Science and Engineering. During the program, students will learn computer science and computer engineering principles, coding using Python, data analytics, cybersecurity, and applications into autonomous vehicles through short lectures, demonstrations, and hands-on experiments, team-based problem solving, and tours.

 

Type

Residential

Who

This co-ed program is open to both U.S. and International students entering grades 10th-12th in Fall 2024 as well as recent graduates.

When

Session 1: June 23-28, 2024, Session 2: July 7-12, 2024

Requirements

(1)High school sophomores, juniors and seniors with GPA 3.0 or better in engineering core courses such as math, sciences and technology. (2) A transcript (preferably of a full year).

Program fee

$998 to $1048

Program details

Intended for rising high school sophomores, juniors and seniors seriously considering engineering as their career choice, this residential program is designed to give in-depth experiences in engineering majors. Each day students will learn about a major and spend time with an engineering faculty member, a graduate student, an undergraduate student engaged in short lecture, demonstrations, hands-on activities, team-based problem solving, and tours. Presentations by the Honors College, Admissions Office, Study Abroad and The Center (Co-op/Internship and Undergraduate Research Opportunities) as well as tours of engineering research facilities will be conducted.

Session 1 Schedule
Session 2 Schedule

Application deadline

This program is full. If you are still interested in a residential program, feel free to apply to: Making a Game of It. Thank you!

Type

Residential

Who

This is a co-ed program open to both U.S. and International students entering grades 11 and 12 in Fall 2024 as well as recent graduates.

When

July 7-12, 2024

Requirements

  1. High school juniors and seniors with GPA 3.0 or better in engineering core courses such as math, sciences and technology.
  2. A transcript (preferably of a full year).

Program fee

$1099 to $1160

Program details

Making a Game of it (MGIT) facilitates students technological growth and provides computer software skills that are directly applicable to STEM related professions. Students participating in this program will:
Develop Software in Python
Design a video game
Be prepared to enter MSU’s Computer Science degree granting program
This program is taught by MSU’s faculty and graduate students who are experienced researchers and teachers interested in sharing computer and coding skills with future engineering students.
Schedule

Application deadline

June 26, 2022

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Type

Residential

Who

Rising 9th and 10th graders

When

June 17 - June 21

Type

Commuter (8am-12pm)

Who

Students in 3rd-6th grade in Fall 2024

When

Session 1: June 17-21, 2024, Session 2: June 23-28, 2024, Session 3: July 7-12, 2024

Requirements

No specific requirements other than application and attending 3rd-6th grade in Fall 2022

Program fee

$375 to $399 per participant per person

Program details

Build and test multiple robotic systems, beginning with EV3 and progressing to more advanced engineering robotics systems such as VEX IQ. Work in teams to build custom robots, test your ideas, and learn engineering problem-solving skills. Then face-off against other teams in robot vs. robot competitions!
Schedule (same for all sessions)

Application deadline

June 16 (session 1), June 21 (session2), July 14 (session3) 2022

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Type

Residential

Who

Restricted to invitees by DAPCEP

When

July 15 – 19, 2024

Requirements

  1. High school seniors with GPA 3.0 or better in core courses such as math, sciences, and technology.
  2. A transcript (preferably of a full year).

Program details

Intended for rising high school seniors seriously considering engineering as their career choice, this residential program is designed to give in-depth experiences in engineering majors. Each day students will learn about a major and spend time with an engineering faculty member, a graduate student, an undergraduate student engaged in short lecture, demonstrations, hands-on activities, team-based problem solving, and tours. Presentations by the Honors College, Admissions Office, Study Abroad and The Center (Co-op/Internship and Undergraduate Research Opportunities) as well as virtual tours of engineering research facilities will be conducted.

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