Santa Clara University

The application period of the Summer Engineering Seminar (SES) program has closed and we will be unable to accept any additional applications. All applicants will be notified of their status via email by the end of the day on Thursday, April 25.

A Special Summer Program for High School Students

The School of Engineering at Santa Clara is pleased to announce its 24th Annual Summer Engineering Seminar (SES). This special summer experience is for high school students may be curious about engineering. The program is designed to acquaint participants with the engineering profession, the academic expectations of college, and the nature of life at a university. Two sessions will be held during the summer of 2013.

Session 1: July 28 - August 1, 2013
Session 2: August 4 - August 8, 2013

The Program

The SES program is designed to motivate young people to enter science and engineering majors in college so they can ultimately participate in the scientific and technical work force. It provides participants with a chance to explore possibilities of engineering as a career while living in University residence halls staffed by program counselors. Participants eat their meals in University dining facilities, attend special workshops and complete their own engineering projects. Participants experience the outside-of-class aspects of Santa Clara University through afternoon and evening recreational activities. Feel free to browse the 2012 SES Schedule to take a look at the variety of program activities offered (2013's schedule is subject to change).

During their stay on campus, students attend introductory level workshops spanning several disciplines of engineering taught by our engineering faculty. Topics will include: Bio, Civil, Computer Science, Electrical and Mechanical Engineering. Participants attend all core workshops for a broad exposure to the various disciplines and careers within the field of engineering. SES workshops will be held in the School of Engineering, the focal point for engineering education at Santa Clara University.

Who is Eligible?

Students who are current sophomores and juniors who are interested in exploring the field of engineering and its various disciplines are eligible to apply. Because of the introductory nature of this program, students who have little to no exposure to engineering are preferred. Women and other underrepresented groups in the field of engineering are highly encouraged to apply. Those who will be entering their senior year in fall 2013 are given first priority. 

Please note that students will only be able to participate in one of our high school engineering programs (SEEDs or SES), as the academic content of both programs is very similar. Information on the Spring Engineering Education Days (SEEDs) Program can be found here.

Cost

All on-site fees for the SES Program are paid by the School of Engineering. This covers room costs, all meals, and supplies. Participants are responsible for their own transportation to and from campus.

Application

The application period of the Summer Engineering Seminar (SES) program has closed and we will be unable to accept any additional applications. All applicants will be notified of their status via email by the end of the day on Thursday, April 25.

In order to be considered for this program, applicants must submit a completed application packet consisted of the following:

1. A completed online application.
   
2. A 200-300 word essay, included on your online application form, addressing the following: Why are you an ideal candidate for the SES program? How do you think the program will benefit you?
   
3. The SES Instructor Recommendation Form completed by a high school math, science, computer or technology teacher. Please have the instructor seal the form in an envelope and sign across the seal. This form can be sent in by either the applicant or the instructor and must be postmarked by the application deadline.

Please mail your recommendation forms to:

Shane Wibeto - SES Program
School of Engineering
500 El Camino Real
Santa Clara, CA 95053

To be considered for entrance into this unique program, the online application must be completed before midnight on Friday, March 15th.

Evaluation

Each year the SES program receives hundreds of applications from across the country for a limited number of spots making acceptance to the program competitive. For program consideration, applications will be evaluated based on academic performance (particularly in math and science), strength of instructor recommendation, and alignment of applicant with program goals. Applications will be informed of their status via email by the evening of April 25, 2013.

For more information or questions, write or call:

408-554-4728
E-mail: summerengineeringseminar@scu.edu

The School of Engineering provides an outstanding theoretical and practical experience for both undergraduate and graduate students in the heart of Silicon Valley. Distinguished faculty, academic excellence, personal attention and a culture of social responsibility are hallmarks of our program.

Disciplines in the School of Engineering include applied mathematics, bioengineering, civil, computer, electrical and mechanical engineering, and engineering management and leadership. More information can be found here.

If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation, please call 408-554-4728 or California Relay at 800-735-2929 (TTY) two weeks prior to the event.