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Rutgers Honors Engineering eXperience
Overview
A one-week residential summer program for rising high school juniors and seniors offering hands-on engineering education across multiple disciplines including materials science, aerospace, chemical, electrical, and mechanical engineering. Students participate in workshops, labs, and projects culminating in a symposium presentation.
At a glance
Deadline
Feb 1294 days
Sessions
Jun1 wk sessions
Formats
Residential
Location
Piscataway, NJ
Cost
$1,500–$2,999from $2,500
Entering grades
11th, 12th
Acceptance
Selective admissions
Application requirements
Transcripts
Unofficial transcript covering all years of high school
Test Scores
PSAT scores
Video Submission
Elevator pitch video (YouTube link, less than 2 minutes) explaining why student should be selected
Essay
Why attend RHEX, what student hopes to gain and contribute; interests in engineering and technology (max 1,000 words)
Short Response 1
Most meaningful extracurricular activity or interest (max 250 words)
Short Response 2
Propose a specific engineering or technology problem to work on in ten years; explain why and how to approach it (max 250 words)
Extracurricular Activities List
In order of importance to student, with emphasis on time-intensive activities; include school-sponsored activities, work experience, community service, science/artistic/athletic programs; note leadership roles and time spent; include any honors received
Technology Requirement
Students must have their own laptop capable of running current Microsoft Suite programs (Chromebooks not recommended)
Cost & sessions
Includes on-campus residence hall lodging and all meals.
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