The program is free of cost and specifically designed for students who have had limited access to engineering coursework, clubs, or competitive teams, offering an accessible introduction to the field.
The UW Engineering Academy is a one-week summer program designed to introduce high school students to the diverse fields of engineering. Participants engage in hands-on design challenges, fostering problem-solving skills and an understanding of engineering principles. Students connect with current engineering students and faculty, gaining insights into academic and career pathways. The program includes tours of the UW campus, allowing participants to experience a university environment firsthand. Through these activities, students explore how various engineering disciplines contribute to and impact communities, helping them to envision potential futures in STEM. The program is particularly beneficial for students with limited prior exposure to engineering coursework or clubs, providing foundational skills and a comprehensive overview of what studying engineering in college entails.
Each day, programming takes place in person from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, involving hands-on design challenges, interactions with engineering students and faculty, and campus exploration.
This program is ideal for high school sophomores and juniors in the greater Seattle area who are curious about engineering and seeking their first broad exposure to the field, especially those with limited prior engineering experience.
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