Consider Engineering

“Consider Engineering does a great job of showing all of the students what types of engineering there are and which one will be best for you.” 

– Meagan Dube, ’22

 Stay during the summer, be inspired for life.

Consider Engineering is a challenging and rewarding four-day overnight summer program for high school juniors to get a taste of college life and what it takes to be an engineer.

Be one of 108 students from Maine and around the U.S. invited to spend four days at the University of Maine participating in exciting engineering experiments, problem solving challenges, and great networking with faculty, practicing engineers and fellow campers—at no cost to you.

This program is offered three times in July to groups of 36 students who have completed their junior year of study, excel in math and science, and demonstrate communication and leadership skills. This free-of-charge educational and inspiring program is competitive, with only half the applicants gaining admission. On campus food and lodging is provided.

The Application Deadline for current high school juniors is April 15th.  Admission decisions will be announced on or before May 31st via the email address provided in the application.

2024 Program Dates: July 14-17, July 21-24 or July 28-31 (students can rank their preferences in the application below)

If you have questions please contact us at info@umaineppf.orgPlease note that Teachers and Guidance Counselors may submit transcripts and letters of recommendations directly through this email address as well.

Click here for more details in our Consider Engineering Brochure

What to expect

 

  • Form lifelong friendships
  • Experience campus life
  • Explore what it takes to be an engineer
  • Meet industry leaders
  • Work hands-on and in the field
  • Discover if engineering is right for you.

Click here for more details in our Consider Engineering Brochure

 

Interested in attending this year’s Consider Engineering Program? What are you waiting for?

2024 Application Deadline for current high school juniors: April 15, 2024 

2024 Program Dates: July 14-17, July 21-24 or July 28-31 (students can rank their preferences in the application below)

If you have questions please contact us at info@umaineppf.orgPlease note that Teachers and Guidance Counselors may submit transcripts and letters of recommendations directly to us through this email address as well.

 

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