High School Programs

From August 2-8, 2026, high school students interested in engineering are invited to apply now for the University's residential engineering summer program. 

While living on campus, participants will learn the fundamentals of chemical, civil, environmental computer, electrical, and mechanical engineering disciplines, and explore New York City. In addition to meeting industry professionals for career development, students will also participate in hands-on activities in the engineering labs.

Schedule of Program 

Sunday, August 2

• Arrival & Registration: 2 p.m.
• Orientation & Ice breaker: 3 p.m.
• Dinner and activities: 6 p.m. onwards

Daily activities (Monday through Friday)

• Breakfast: 8 a.m.
• Engineering Session I: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
• Lunch: 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.
• Engineering Session II: 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
• Workshop/Presentation: 3 p.m. to 4 p.m.
• Dinner, NYC Exploration and tours: 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
• Retire to rooms: 9 p.m.

Saturday, August 8

• Breakfast: 8 a.m.
• Closing ceremony: 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
• Depart campus: 12 p.m.

Fees

Total cost of attendance: $2,500 (inclusive of tuition, room & board, all supplies, and events)
Applications open: January 16, 2026
Applications close: February 28, 2026
Acceptance by: March 15, 2026
Last day to register with deposit: April 15, 2026
Non-refundable deposit: $1,000 (credited towards cost of attendance, no refund will be given)

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Eligibility for Summer 2026

Students must be currently enrolled in 10th or 11th grade in high school. Students must be 16 years old or older at the time they attend the program

Contact Information

Anirban De, Ph.D., P.E.
Professor of Civil & Environmental Engineering
School of Engineering
Phone: 718-862-7307
deanengr@manhattan.edu

July 27–30, 2026 | 9:00 AM–3:00 PM

The goal of this four-day Summer Program is to introduce rising high school juniors and seniors to the exciting and impactful discipline of Chemical Engineering.

Participants will gain an appreciation for the broad range of fields in which chemical engineers play a vital role, including:

• Biotechnology and biochemical production

• Green and sustainable engineering

• Electronics and semiconductor materials processing

• Biomedicine and biomedical device manufacturing

• Food engineering

• Renewable energy production

• Cosmetic, consumer goods, and pharmaceutical manufacturing

Simply put, chemical engineers contribute to the creation and improvement of nearly every product that enhances our quality of life.

Chemical engineering is not just chemistry.

This immersive, hands-on program is led by faculty and students from the Chemical Engineering Department at Manhattan University.

What to Expect

During this four-day immersive program, students will:

• Learn about the chemical engineering profession and the opportunities it offers

• Participate in interactive, hands-on activities and team-based challenges

• Engage with Manhattan University faculty through instruction and Q&A sessions

• Interact with alumni and practicing chemical engineers

• Tour state-of-the-art laboratories and facilities

• Learn about college applications, admissions, and financial aid

Students who complete the program will receive a Certificate of Completion and a $75 application fee waiver if they choose to apply to Manhattan University’s Chemical Engineering B.S. program.

Program Dates & Schedule

July 27 – 30, 2026
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. daily

Program Fee

• $400 — Early registration (prior to June 1)

• $450 — Registration through July 1

The program fee includes a daily light breakfast and a program t-shirt.

How to Participate

Step 1: Register Your Information

Complete the Program Registration Form to reserve a participant’s spot and submit required student and contact information.

Register to Attend

Step 2: Submit Program Payment

After completing registration, submit payment using the Program Payment Form to finalize enrollment.

Make a Payment

Please note: Registration and payment are completed through separate forms. Both steps are required to confirm participation.

Questions?

For additional information, please contact:

Rich Carbonaro
Chemical Engineering Department
rcarbon@manhattan.edu

July 6 – August 13, 2026 | 9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

The Mechanical Engineering Summer Institute at Manhattan University is designed for high school students who want to explore mechanical engineering through hands-on learning with engineering students, faculty members, and professionals in the field.

Participants will explore a different sub-area of mechanical engineering each week, gaining exposure to the breadth of the discipline and the real-world applications that define it.

Program Dates & Schedule

Six-week program: July 6–August 13, 2026
Monday – Thursday | 9:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
On-campus at Manhattan University

Students may choose to participate in one to six weeks of the program.

Weekly Program Focus

• Week 1 (July 6–9): Overview of Mechanical Engineering

• Week 2 (July 13–16): Aerospace

• Week 3 (July 20–23): Artificial Intelligence

• Week 4 (July 27–30): Robotics

• Week 5 (August 3–6): Biomechanics

• Week 6 (August 10–13): Game Design in Mechanical Engineering

What to Expect

Each weekly module includes a variety of engaging activities, such as:

• Hands-on workshops and lectures led by mechanical engineering faculty

• Tours of Manhattan University’s laboratories and facilities

• Information sessions on topics including:

  • Life as a mechanical engineering student

  • Career paths in mechanical engineering

  • How to apply to an engineering program

• Presentations from student clubs and project teams

• Hands-on experiences, design challenges, and friendly competitions

Students who complete at least one week will receive a Certificate of Completion and a no-cost application to Manhattan University’s engineering program (a $75 value).

Program Fee & Deadlines

• $500 per week

• Students may register for one or multiple weeks

• Enrollment is limited and filled on a first-come, first-served basis

Application deadline: May 16
Refund policy:

• Fully refundable (minus a $50 processing fee) through May 9

• Non-refundable after May 9

How to Participate

Step 1: Register Your Information

Complete the Institute Registration Form to select program weeks and submit student and contact information.

Register for the Institute

Step 2: Submit Program Payment

After completing registration, submit payment for each selected week using the Program Payment Form to confirm enrollment.

Make a Payment

Please note: Registration and payment are completed through separate steps. Both are required to secure a participant’s spot.

Questions?

For more information, please contact:

Kathy Balaj
kathy.balaj@manhattan.edu
718-862-7145

From Circuits to Artificial Intelligence: Electrical & Computer Engineering's Week

July 27–30, 2026

The Electrical and Computer Engineering (ECE) Summer Program at Manhattan University is an exciting, hands-on experience designed for high school students curious about how technology, data, and engineering shape the modern world.

During this immersive week, participants will explore core areas of Electrical and Computer Engineering through engaging workshops, interactive labs, and real-world challenges, including:

• Power and renewable energy

• Artificial intelligence and robotics

• Electronic design

• Cybersecurity

• Bioengineering

Program Details 

• Dates: July 27–30, 2026 (competitions included)

• Time: Full-day, on campus

• Residential: No

• Eligibility: Rising 10th and 11th graders (current sophomores and juniors)

• Focus: Electrical and Computer Engineering

Cost of Attendance

• $400 — Registration prior to May 1

• $500 — Registration through July 1

Enrollment is limited.

Professional Trips & Industry Connections

Participants will take part in exclusive professional trips to visit leading technology companies, innovation labs, or engineering research centers. Students will also engage directly with ECE faculty, accomplished alumni, and industry professionals, gaining firsthand insight into emerging technologies, engineering careers, and academic pathways.

How to Participate

Step 1: Register Your Information

Complete the Program Registration Form to submit student and contact information and reserve a spot in the program.

Register for the Program

Step 2: Submit Program Payment

Make a Payment

After completing registration, submit payment using the Program Payment Form to confirm participation.

Please note: Registration and payment are completed through separate steps. Both are required to finalize enrollment.

Questions?

Registered students may contact:

Dr. Wafa Elmannai
wafa.elmannai@manhattan.edu 

For 40 years, Manhattan College has introduced high school students to careers in engineering, math and science through the Summer Engineering Awareness Program.

This 10-day intensive program for rising juniors and seniors is offered free of charge, and geared toward minority and female students in the New York City metro area. The program is directed by Walter P. Saukin, Ph.D., associate professor of civil engineering, and sponsored by the ACE Mentorship Program, the Metropolitan Section of the American Society of Civil Engineers, the New York Building Foundation, the General Contractors’ Association, The Richard and Barbara Whitcomb Foundation, the New York Power Authority, in addition to individual and corporate sponsors.

What to Expect

The program focuses on science, engineering and the college admission process. As a program participant, you can expect to:

• Learn about chemical, civil, computer, electrical, environmental and mechanical engineering, and physics through hands-on experiments in the laboratories. Specific topics include:
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  • AI Strategies
  • Related Medical Law, Business
  • Education Career Opportunities
  • Robotics
  • Green Buildings/Sustainability
  • Geotech
  • Computer Aided Design
• Hear from a variety of guest speakers and lecturers
• Take a field trip to a structural design company
• Get information on scholarships and financial aid
• Learn about Air Force ROTC opportunities
• Browse engineering careers in law, business, medicine and education

2026 Program Dates

*All programs and related program details are subject to change based on funding. 

Apply to the Program

Participant selection is based in part on strong mathematics and science skills, as well as interest in or curiosity about engineering. Click here to register. 

Register to Attend

Registered students should contact Dr. Saukin at (718) 862-7171, or email cwalsh07@manhattan.edu with any questions on the program.

Support the Program

The Summer Engineering Awareness Program is a key component of Manhattan University’s efforts to expose minority and women high school students to STEM careers at an early age, and to recruit these students for its ABET accredited undergraduate and graduate engineering programs.

Thanks to corporate and individual support, students participate in the program for free. Donate and help Manhattan University make an engineering education and profession accessible to everyone!

Donor Benefits

• Exposure to engineering students and parents
• Opportunity to visit and participate in the program
• Acknowledgment in Honor Roll of Donors

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