Engineering Summer Academy at Penn (ESAP)

Summer program · University of Pennsylvania School of Engineering and Applied Science

Penn's Engineering Summer Academy (ESAP) puts students entering grades 10 through 12 on Penn's campus for three weeks (July 12-31 in 2026) of college-level engineering coursework - Penn is explicit that this isn't a summer camp but an academically intense college environment. You need at least a 3.0 GPA (or equivalent) and to be 15 by the program's start; students who are already seniors are not eligible. The $9,250 fee covers tuition, housing, meals, materials, and program trips, and limited need-based financial aid is available to U.S. citizens and permanent residents who demonstrate need. Admission is very selective, based on your academic interests, abilities, achievements, and potential contribution to the group.

Who can apply

GradesGrades 9–11

Min GPA3

ScopeNational

StatesAll states

FieldsEngineering

Logistics

Cost to you$9,250

Financial aidAvailable

StipendNot listed

FormatResidential

Length3 weeks, mid-to-late July

WhereUniversity of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA

Applying

OpensOpens Dec 1, 12 p.m. ET

DueApplications due February 17, 2027

You submitSelective holistic review of academic interests, abilities, and achievements; 3.0 GPA minimum, must be 15 by program start; need-based financial aid limited to U.S. citizens/permanent residents

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