22
Jun

Engineering Summer Camp for High School Students (6/22-6/25)

- Kirkbride Hall
Open to:
  • Community/Public
  • Prospective Undergraduate Students
Launch your own bottle rocket at Widener's Engineering Camp for High School Students.

Experience Real Life Engineering this Summer at Widener University's Engineering Camp for High School Students

Hands-on Labs, Activities & More!

students doing robotics engineering graphic reads "Engineering Summer Camp Highlights Video"If you're interested in engineering, Widener's Engineering Camp for high school students is the perfect place to start exploring. Led by Widener's engineering faculty since 1996, our engineering camp will introduce you to this exciting field through the eyes of our top-ranked engineering programs.

Program Details:

  • When: June 22-25, 2026 
  • Who: High School Students (Entering or Rising Grades 9-12)
  • Cost to Attend: 
    • Regular Rate: Day Camp $575 | Day Camp plus After Camp* $675
      *The Day session runs 9am to 4pm. After Camp extends the day to 5:30pm.
    • Last Day to Register: May 29, 2026*
      *Registration is not complete until payment is made

Register for Camp

Dive Into Engineering

Widener’s Engineering Summer Camp for high school students is serious fun. You’ll explore engineering in hands-on interactive sessions, computer activities and engineering demonstrations in the fields of construction management, biomedical, chemical, civil, electrical, mechanical and robotics engineering. You'll also meet and interact with our engineering faculty.

Why Choose Widener's Engineering Camp?

✅ You'll be exposed to many different engineering principles through interactive demonstrations and collaborative projects.
✅ You'll use the same software and tools as engineering professionals.
✅ You'll be part of a nurturing, noncompetitive environment where all learners can feel comfortable exploring.
✅ You'll build connections with faculty and fellow future engineers, and have fun doing it!

Potential Summer Activities

Launching Bottle RocketsEngineering Measurements with Arduino3D Printing
Designing & Braking BridgesControlling RobotsFixing Broken Bones
Water PurificationWest Point Bridge DesignConcrete Mix Design
Soil TestingMaking Polyurethane Foam& More!


Ready to start your engineering journey?

Register for Camp

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Camp Resources

Before the start of camp, take the opportunity to familiarize yourself with the School of Engineering and explore the array of programs we provide.

Contact Info

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