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Engineering Summer Academy at Penn
Overview
A highly selective, three-week residential engineering summer program for rising sophomores through rising seniors. Students choose from seven intensive courses including Artificial Intelligence, Biotechnology, Computer Science, Robotics, and Nanotechnology in a fast-paced college environment.
At a glance
Deadline
Jan 3181 days
Sessions
Jul3 wk sessions
Formats
Residential
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Cost
$7,000+from $9,250
Entering grades
9th, 10th, 11th
Acceptance
Highly selective program requiring demonstrated academic excellence, creative thinking, teamwork ability, and motivation for collegiate environment
Application requirements
Minimum GPA
3.0 GPA required; preference for strong math and science performance and honors/advanced coursework
Age
Must be at least 15 years old by start of program
Grade Completion
Must have completed 9th grade; cannot be currently in senior year
Online Application
Required
Essay
2-page limit discussing experience leading to application, excitement about engineering, desired impact, and relevant skills/software/programming proficiencies
High School Transcript
Official transcript required via Parchment or directly to pennesap@boldsummers.com
Letter of Recommendation
One letter from a STEM teacher (math, science, engineering, or technology)
Application Fee
$90 non-refundable fee
Standardized Test Scores
Optional: PSAT, SAT I/II, ACT, AP, TOEFL, DET, IELTS
Cost & sessions
Program fee of $9,250 includes tuition, room, board, meals, course materials, and program-related trips. Application fee $90 (non-refundable). Deposit fee $1,500 (non-refundable, deducted from final balance). Limited financial aid available for U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents only. Final balance due June 1, 2026.
Financial aid
Limited financial aid available for U.S. Citizens and Permanent Residents only who demonstrate sufficient financial need. Aid recipients' deposit amounts vary.
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