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Explore Engineering Innovation (EEI), formerly called Engineering Innovation, is an exciting, college-level, summer program for motivated high school students with an aptitude in math and science and an interest in (or curiosity about) engineering.










During the course, students complete activities in civil, chemical, electrical/computer, mechanical engineering, and materials science. By applying knowledge of math and science to labs and hands-on projects, the concepts learned in high school classrooms are linked to real-world practice. Additionally, students’ confidence grows as they attend college-level lectures, solve problems, test theories, and ultimately learn to think like engineers.
In-Person classes (residential housing available) & Online Classes
Projects
Working in small teams, you will test the material properties of spaghetti, design and construct a structurally stable bridge, link concepts of heat transfer and chemical reactions to a small bioreactor, create an electronic device to improve the well-being of the user, and prepare a short presentation to pitch your idea to others in your class.
In this mostly synchronous online course, you will complete the same lab activities as students who attend Explore Engineering Innovation In-Person.
Working in small virtual teams, you will test the material properties of spaghetti, design and construct a structurally stable bridge, link concepts of heat transfer and chemical reactions to a small bioreactor, create an electronic device to improve the well-being of the user, and prepare a short presentation to pitch your idea to others in your class.
Eligibility
Grade and age requirements
You must be a current high school student or recent high school graduate. Our typical student is a rising junior (~35%) or senior (~65%) in high school. Talented ninth-graders (rising sophomores) may be considered; however, priority will be given to older students. Graduated seniors are also eligible to participate during the summer before they begin their college career.
For 2024, students participating in a residential program must have been born between July 27, 2006, and June 30, 2009.; they must be at least 15 years of age on move-in day and no older than 17 years of age on the last day of the program. We cannot accept students who turn 18 before the final day of the course to a residential program. You must be under 18 years of age to live in the residence hall.
Academic Prerequisites
As and Bs in your high school math and science classes
Completed Algebra II
Completed a course where the trigonometric functions are taught. You must be able to use sine, cosine, tangent, and the Pythagorean Theorem to determine angles and side lengths for right angle triangles.
Completed a full year of high school chemistry and/or physics, including a lab. Many students feel that knowledge of physics is particularly helpful for the course.
Health Requirements
Health Insurance
All in-person students at commuter and residential locations must have health insurance.
-Complete the online application
- $50 application fee
- Official high school transcript, including the most recent grades for classes that you are currently taking
-Two Short Essays:
-Test Scores: The most recent standardized test scores (PSAT, SAT, ACT) should be entered on the online application. You are still eligible to apply even if you have not taken a standardized test.
-TOEFL, IELTS, DET: International students must submit TOEFL, IELTS, or DET scores.
-Teacher Recommendation: A math or science teacher’s name and email address must be provided on the online application.
-Financial Information: If you are applying for a scholarship
Deadline
The application for summer 2024 will open in December 2023. Please check back for review and deadline dates.
Residential costs
Homewood Residential Fees – Summer 2024:
Application Fee: $50 due when online application is submitted. Contact us at [email protected] to request an application fee waiver.
Tuition: $3,575
Residential Fees: TBD
Hood College Residential Fees- Summer 2024:
Application Fee: $50 due when online application is submitted. Contact us at [email protected] to request an application fee waiver.
Tuition: $3,575
Residential Fees: TBD
Commuter Costs
Homewood and Hood Commuter Fees – Summer 2024:
Application Fee: $50 due when online application is submitted. Please contact us at [email protected] if you would like to request an application fee waiver.
Tuition: $3,575
Commuter Lunch Fee: $240 estimate
Non-Homewood and non-Hood Commuter Fees – Summer 2024:
Application Fee: $50 due when online application is submitted. Contact us at [email protected] to request an application fee waiver.
Tuition: $3,575
Online costs
EEI Online Fees – Summer 2024:
Application Fee: $50 due when online application is submitted. Contact us at [email protected] to request an application fee waiver.
Tuition 2024: $3,575
Lab Kit Fee: $235 estimate – does not include taxes or shipping charges*
*Students outside the United States are also responsible for taxes, tariffs or duties that are charged by customs to clear the package in addition to international shipping fees.
Financial Aid
If you qualify for an application fee waiver (i.e. participate in a free/ reduced lunch program, qualify for a test fee waiver from the College Board, etc.), please have your high school counselor submit a statement verifying your income status and stating the need for a fee waiver. Once approved, the EI office will provide you with the application fee waiver information.
A limited number of scholarships are available to applicants with demonstrated financial need.
While completing the online application, once you indicate your intention to apply for financial aid, a link to the financial aid application will appear. Complete this portion of the application and upload a copy of your family’s current 1040 tax form or other appropriate documents, along with other requested materials, such as W-2’s.
Your financial aid award, if any, will be included in your decision letter.

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