The Engineering Investigations (EI) program is designed to provide an introduction to various different disciplines within the broad field of engineering. Many of the significant challenges facing society involve engineering -- from clean water, to renewable energy, to personalized medicine. As Engineering is a diverse field with multiple sub-fields and many possible career pathways, this program will provide students with an overview of many different disciplines within engineering to broaden their understanding of the field and highlight the multiple ways engineers work and impact the world!
The set of Engineering Investigations (EI) activities throughout the two weeks balance presentations, discussions, and hands-on activities to keep the students actively engaged in understanding the fields of engineering while simultaneously getting their own exposure and experiences in doing engineering themselves. In addition to participants hearing from researchers, students, and industry professionals about their work in research, design, and entrepreneurship, students will apply these same concepts and ideas to their own hands-on projects. Each day will include activities designed to introduce and explore fields of engineering such as Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Human Factors Engineering, and Electrical Engineering while also considering the concepts of engineering design processes, engineering ethics, client-centered design, engineering project management, and fabrication.
The program culminates in students working in small groups to take a deeper dive into an area of engineering they find engaging through the process of developing a final product or presentation. This culminating engineering project will be publicly presented during a final Project Showcase and documented within students personal digital portfolios of the session.
Location(s)
- Tufts University, Medford, Massachusetts
Schedule
- Session 1: July 6th - July 18th, 2025
- Session 2: July 20th - August 1st, 2025
Cost/Compensation
- Commuter: $4,225
- Residential: $5,750
- Materials: $200
Eligibility Requirements
- Students entering grades 10-12 or a 2025 high school graduates
- Students electing to live in the dorms or to attend a residential program must be at least 15 at the start of the program and no older than 19 before the program end date
Deadline
- May 1st, 2025
Application or Entry Requirements
- A completed application
- Academic transcript and history
- 1 letter of recommendation
- Parent permission form
- Statement of interest
Notifications of Decisions
Financial Aid Details
- Limited need-based scholarships are available
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Tufts University is a private research university located in Medford, Massachusetts just outside of Boston. Founded in 1852, the university has a reputation for excellence in the sciences, engineering, and international relations, among other fields. Tufts is known for a rigorous curriculum that emphasizes interdisciplinary study and critical thinking as well as strong programs in the health sciences, including medical and dental schools. With around 13,000 total students, Tufts is home to numerous research centers and institutes, including the Tufts Institute of the Environment, which focuses on environmental sustainability and policy. The university is also known for its international programs, which include study abroad opportunities in more than 30 countries and partnerships with universities around the world.
