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The Engineering Navigator is a prototype AI-powered platform that connects students, families, and educators to engineering opportunities across the U.S. To show the power of this tool, we're focusing on North Carolina, where we're mapping local events and programs to show what's possible when communities are connected.
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15 College-Prep Events Found
ACT Test
ACT standardized test administration. Regular registration deadline: May 8, 2026. Late registration deadline: May 29, 2026.
Virtual
Test fees apply...
Test fees apply - check ACT website for current pricing
6/13/26
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13
ACT Test
ACT standardized test administration. Regular registration deadline: May 8, 2026. Late registration deadline: May 29, 2026.
Test fees apply...
Test fees apply - check ACT website for current pricing
In-Person
Jun 13, 2026
02-09-2026
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Naval Academy Summer STEM Program - Rising 11th Graders
Week-long STEM program for rising 11th graders featuring hands-on STEM modules including reverse engineering, materials science, storm chasing design challenges, and programming. Students work with USNA midshipmen and faculty in world-class labs. Program includes Smithsonian field trip, intramurals, and closing ceremony. Note: This session runs Monday-Friday only.
United States Naval Academy
$450.00 - Progra...
$450.00 - Program fee includes transportation, meals, lodging, STEM modules, and materials. Financial aid available.
6/15/26
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Jun
15
Naval Academy Summer STEM Program - Rising 11th Graders
Week-long STEM program for rising 11th graders featuring hands-on STEM modules including reverse engineering, materials science, storm chasing design challenges, and programming. Students work with USNA midshipmen and faculty in world-class labs. Program includes Smithsonian field trip, intramurals, and closing ceremony. Note: This session runs Monday-Friday only.
$450.00 - Progra...
$450.00 - Program fee includes transportation, meals, lodging, STEM modules, and materials. Financial aid available.
In-Person
Jun 15, 2026
Engineering
STEM
Programming
Robotics
High School
Hands-On Learning
Materials Science
Summer Camp
College Prep
Naval Academy
01-19-2026
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Engineering Design Experience - Male Camp
5-day residential camp for rising 11th & 12th grade male students to explore engineering and STEM disciplines including Civil and Environmental, Computer Science, Electrical and Computer, Operations Research and Engineering Management, and Mechanical Engineering. Features hands-on projects in the Deason Innovation Gym maker space, college life experience, mentorship from SMU students and alumni, and final project presentations.
SMU Lyle School of Engineering
$1,400.00 - Incl...
$1,400.00 - Includes room and all meals
6/15/26
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Jun
15
Engineering Design Experience - Male Camp
5-day residential camp for rising 11th & 12th grade male students to explore engineering and STEM disciplines including Civil and Environmental, Computer Science, Electrical and Computer, Operations Research and Engineering Management, and Mechanical Engineering. Features hands-on projects in the Deason Innovation Gym maker space, college life experience, mentorship from SMU students and alumni, and final project presentations.
$1,400.00 - Incl...
$1,400.00 - Includes room and all meals
In-Person
Jun 15, 2026
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SUMMET at MINES - Session 3
One-week residential engineering, science and technology program for rising high school seniors, especially first-generation college students. Includes coursework, hands-on projects, team-building activities, mine tour, and social events. Program runs 8:00am-5:00pm daily with evening activities. Room and board included.
Colorado School of Mines
$50.00 - Confirm...
$50.00 - Confirmation fee if accepted, all other costs covered by Colorado School of Mines
6/21/26
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Jun
21
SUMMET at MINES - Session 3
One-week residential engineering, science and technology program for rising high school seniors, especially first-generation college students. Includes coursework, hands-on projects, team-building activities, mine tour, and social events. Program runs 8:00am-5:00pm daily with evening activities. Room and board included.
$50.00 - Confirm...
$50.00 - Confirmation fee if accepted, all other costs covered by Colorado School of Mines
In-Person
Jun 21, 2026, 4:00 PM ET
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Explore@UNC Pre-College Program - Week 1
One-week on-campus pre-college program for high school students (grades 9-12) to explore college majors including Biology, Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Environmental Science and Engineering, Material Science and Engineering, Psychology & Neuroscience, Public Health, Pre-Med, Pre-Nursing, Pre-Health, Clinical Laboratory Science, and many other STEM and non-STEM tracks. Students choose two different tracks during the week. Program runs 9:00am-4:30pm daily, commuter only.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
$575.00 - Per st...
$575.00 - Per student per week, with $325 due at registration
6/22/26
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Jun
22
Explore@UNC Pre-College Program - Week 1
One-week on-campus pre-college program for high school students (grades 9-12) to explore college majors including Biology, Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Environmental Science and Engineering, Material Science and Engineering, Psychology & Neuroscience, Public Health, Pre-Med, Pre-Nursing, Pre-Health, Clinical Laboratory Science, and many other STEM and non-STEM tracks. Students choose two different tracks during the week. Program runs 9:00am-4:30pm daily, commuter only.
$575.00 - Per st...
$575.00 - Per student per week, with $325 due at registration
In-Person
Jun 22, 2026, 1:00 PM ET
Engineering
STEM
Environmental Science
Chemistry
Materials Science
Biology
Neuroscience
Public Health
Psychology
College Prep
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https://summer.unc.edu/exploreunc
01-15-2026
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Engineering Design Experience - Co-ed Camp
5-day residential camp for rising 11th & 12th grade students (co-ed) to explore engineering and STEM disciplines including Civil and Environmental, Computer Science, Electrical and Computer, Operations Research and Engineering Management, and Mechanical Engineering. Features hands-on projects in the Deason Innovation Gym maker space, college life experience, mentorship from SMU students and alumni, and final project presentations.
SMU Lyle School of Engineering
$1,400.00 - Incl...
$1,400.00 - Includes room and all meals
6/22/26
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Jun
22
Engineering Design Experience - Co-ed Camp
5-day residential camp for rising 11th & 12th grade students (co-ed) to explore engineering and STEM disciplines including Civil and Environmental, Computer Science, Electrical and Computer, Operations Research and Engineering Management, and Mechanical Engineering. Features hands-on projects in the Deason Innovation Gym maker space, college life experience, mentorship from SMU students and alumni, and final project presentations.
$1,400.00 - Incl...
$1,400.00 - Includes room and all meals
In-Person
Jun 22, 2026
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College Prep 101 for Neurodivergent Students
A specialized version of College Prep 101 designed specifically for neurodivergent students. This is a commuter program running June 22-26, 2026.
Tufts University
Not for Credit
6/22/26
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Jun
22
College Prep 101 for Neurodivergent Students
A specialized version of College Prep 101 designed specifically for neurodivergent students. This is a commuter program running June 22-26, 2026.
Not for Credit
In-Person
Jun 22, 2026, 1:00 PM ET
High School
Summer Program
Academic Preparation
Accessibility
College Prep
Special Needs
Neurodivergent
Inclusive Education
02-13-2026
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College Application Intensive
Comprehensive in-person week-long intensive dedicated to understanding and preparing for the college application process. Covers a range of key topics including exploration of personal strengths and interests, college majors and career paths. Runs June 28 - July 4, 2026.
UMass Amherst
Free
6/28/26
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Jun
28
College Application Intensive
Comprehensive in-person week-long intensive dedicated to understanding and preparing for the college application process. Covers a range of key topics including exploration of personal strengths and interests, college majors and career paths. Runs June 28 - July 4, 2026.
Free
In-Person
Jun 28, 2026
02-12-2026
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Writing With Pictures: A Multimodal Introduction to Writing for College
This two-week online pre-college course introduces high school students to the expectations, strategies, and creative possibilities of college-level writing. Students will explore how writing today involves more than words - writers compose with images, design, sound, layout, and digital tools. Through daily workshops, peer activities, and guided practice, students will learn the foundations of academic writing, while also developing multimodal compositions using tools like Canva. Live sessions meet Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 12:30 - 2:30pm EST. Course runs June 28 - July 11, 2026. Students will create a polished multimodal final project in Canva, accompanied by a written reflection explaining their design and writing choices.
Online - UMass Amherst
Free
6/28/26
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Jun
28
Writing With Pictures: A Multimodal Introduction to Writing for College
This two-week online pre-college course introduces high school students to the expectations, strategies, and creative possibilities of college-level writing. Students will explore how writing today involves more than words - writers compose with images, design, sound, layout, and digital tools. Through daily workshops, peer activities, and guided practice, students will learn the foundations of academic writing, while also developing multimodal compositions using tools like Canva. Live sessions meet Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday 12:30 - 2:30pm EST. Course runs June 28 - July 11, 2026. Students will create a polished multimodal final project in Canva, accompanied by a written reflection explaining their design and writing choices.
Free
Virtual
Jun 28, 2026, 4:30 PM ET
Online Learning
Pre-College
College Prep
Writing
Digital Literacy
Academic Writing
Communication
Canva
Composition
05-08-2026
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Explore@UNC Pre-College Program - Week 2
One-week on-campus pre-college program for high school students (grades 9-12) to explore college majors including Biology, Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Environmental Science and Engineering, Material Science and Engineering, Psychology & Neuroscience, Public Health, Pre-Med, Pre-Nursing, Pre-Health, Clinical Laboratory Science, and many other STEM and non-STEM tracks. Students choose two different tracks during the week. Program runs 9:00am-4:30pm daily, commuter only.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
$575.00 - Per st...
$575.00 - Per student per week, with $325 due at registration
6/29/26
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Jun
29
Explore@UNC Pre-College Program - Week 2
One-week on-campus pre-college program for high school students (grades 9-12) to explore college majors including Biology, Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Environmental Science and Engineering, Material Science and Engineering, Psychology & Neuroscience, Public Health, Pre-Med, Pre-Nursing, Pre-Health, Clinical Laboratory Science, and many other STEM and non-STEM tracks. Students choose two different tracks during the week. Program runs 9:00am-4:30pm daily, commuter only.
$575.00 - Per st...
$575.00 - Per student per week, with $325 due at registration
In-Person
Jun 29, 2026, 1:00 PM ET
Engineering
STEM
Environmental Science
Chemistry
Materials Science
Biology
Neuroscience
Public Health
Psychology
College Prep
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https://summer.unc.edu/exploreunc
01-15-2026
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High School Art Portfolio: Drawing & Design
Intensive pre-college program for rising sophomores, juniors and seniors preparing portfolios for art school admission. Each day includes morning and afternoon sessions covering drawing, design, and printmaking. Students will create portfolio pieces including drawings, collage-based design projects, and block prints. All housing and meals take place on Alfred University's campus.
Alfred University
$1,000.00 - Prog...
$1,000.00 - Program Cost: $1,000 (includes tuition, materials, meals, and housing). Program Deposit: $100. $100 discount available for local students and Alfred University alumni children.
7/5/26
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Jul
5
High School Art Portfolio: Drawing & Design
Intensive pre-college program for rising sophomores, juniors and seniors preparing portfolios for art school admission. Each day includes morning and afternoon sessions covering drawing, design, and printmaking. Students will create portfolio pieces including drawings, collage-based design projects, and block prints. All housing and meals take place on Alfred University's campus.
$1,000.00 - Prog...
$1,000.00 - Program Cost: $1,000 (includes tuition, materials, meals, and housing). Program Deposit: $100. $100 discount available for local students and Alfred University alumni children.
In-Person
Jul 5, 2026, 4:00 AM ET
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Explore@UNC Pre-College Program - Week 3
One-week on-campus pre-college program for high school students (grades 9-12) to explore college majors including Biology, Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Environmental Science and Engineering, Material Science and Engineering, Psychology & Neuroscience, Public Health, Pre-Med, Pre-Nursing, Pre-Health, Clinical Laboratory Science, and many other STEM and non-STEM tracks. Students choose two different tracks during the week. Program runs 9:00am-4:30pm daily, commuter only.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
$575.00 - Per st...
$575.00 - Per student per week, with $325 due at registration
7/6/26
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Jul
6
Explore@UNC Pre-College Program - Week 3
One-week on-campus pre-college program for high school students (grades 9-12) to explore college majors including Biology, Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Environmental Science and Engineering, Material Science and Engineering, Psychology & Neuroscience, Public Health, Pre-Med, Pre-Nursing, Pre-Health, Clinical Laboratory Science, and many other STEM and non-STEM tracks. Students choose two different tracks during the week. Program runs 9:00am-4:30pm daily, commuter only.
$575.00 - Per st...
$575.00 - Per student per week, with $325 due at registration
In-Person
Jul 6, 2026, 1:00 PM ET
Engineering
STEM
Environmental Science
Chemistry
Materials Science
Biology
Neuroscience
Public Health
Psychology
College Prep
Sourced:
https://summer.unc.edu/exploreunc
01-15-2026
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ACT Test (Limited Availability)
ACT standardized test administration with limited availability. Early registration highly recommended. Regular registration deadline: June 5, 2026. Late registration deadline: June 24, 2026.
Virtual
Test fees apply...
Test fees apply - check ACT website for current pricing
7/11/26
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Jul
11
ACT Test (Limited Availability)
ACT standardized test administration with limited availability. Early registration highly recommended. Regular registration deadline: June 5, 2026. Late registration deadline: June 24, 2026.
Test fees apply...
Test fees apply - check ACT website for current pricing
In-Person
Jul 11, 2026
02-09-2026
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College Prep 101
College Prep 101 is a 6-week, Friday summer workshop series designed to allow students to develop skills and materials that will help them as they head into the next phase of their education journey. Choose from two tracks: Navigating College: Admissions (ideal for rising sophomores and juniors) or Navigating College: Student Success (ideal for rising juniors and seniors). Programming is scheduled from 9 am to 3 pm on Fridays only. Students will hear from campus offices, field experts, visit local colleges, and create personalized guides. Application requirements include academic transcript, B+ average grade, statement of interest, letter of recommendation, and parent permission form.
Tufts University
$1,300.00 - FREE...
$1,300.00 - FREE for students participating in Tufts College Experience
7/11/26
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Jul
11
College Prep 101
College Prep 101 is a 6-week, Friday summer workshop series designed to allow students to develop skills and materials that will help them as they head into the next phase of their education journey. Choose from two tracks: Navigating College: Admissions (ideal for rising sophomores and juniors) or Navigating College: Student Success (ideal for rising juniors and seniors). Programming is scheduled from 9 am to 3 pm on Fridays only. Students will hear from campus offices, field experts, visit local colleges, and create personalized guides. Application requirements include academic transcript, B+ average grade, statement of interest, letter of recommendation, and parent permission form.
$1,300.00 - FREE...
$1,300.00 - FREE for students participating in Tufts College Experience
In-Person
Jul 11, 2026, 1:00 PM ET
Career Development
Education
High School
Summer Program
Academic Preparation
College Prep
College Admissions
Student Success
Workshop Series
02-13-2026
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Explore@UNC Pre-College Program - Week 4
One-week on-campus pre-college program for high school students (grades 9-12) to explore college majors including Biology, Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Environmental Science and Engineering, Material Science and Engineering, Psychology & Neuroscience, Public Health, Pre-Med, Pre-Nursing, Pre-Health, Clinical Laboratory Science, and many other STEM and non-STEM tracks. Students choose two different tracks during the week. Program runs 9:00am-4:30pm daily, commuter only.
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
$575.00 - Per st...
$575.00 - Per student per week, with $325 due at registration
7/13/26
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Jul
13
Explore@UNC Pre-College Program - Week 4
One-week on-campus pre-college program for high school students (grades 9-12) to explore college majors including Biology, Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Environmental Science and Engineering, Material Science and Engineering, Psychology & Neuroscience, Public Health, Pre-Med, Pre-Nursing, Pre-Health, Clinical Laboratory Science, and many other STEM and non-STEM tracks. Students choose two different tracks during the week. Program runs 9:00am-4:30pm daily, commuter only.
$575.00 - Per st...
$575.00 - Per student per week, with $325 due at registration
In-Person
Jul 13, 2026, 1:00 PM ET
Engineering
STEM
Environmental Science
Chemistry
Materials Science
Biology
Neuroscience
Public Health
Psychology
College Prep
Sourced:
https://summer.unc.edu/exploreunc
01-15-2026
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