Programs for Pre-College Students
The Women in Engineering (WIE) Program hosts opportunities for pre-college students to be inspired and explore engineering as a potential career. Our programs are open to all students!
Academic Year Programs
WIE Appy Hour: Tips for applying to Maryland Engineering
WIE Program staff and Maryland Engineering students will share tips for preparing your college application to the University of Maryland and the A. James Clark School of Engineering. Join us for an overview of the application process and bring your questions.
Sunday, September 20, 2026
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM ET
Virtual via Zoom
Summer Programs
WIE Change the World! An Introduction to Maryland Engineering
The WIE Change the World summer program is for rising 11th and 12th graders who are considering majoring in engineering. This week-long, residential program introduces participants to campus life and the various engineering departments and majors at the University of Maryland through engaging lectures, hands-on activities, a team design challenge, and conversations with faculty, staff, and students in the Clark School of Engineering.
WIE Change the World! An Introduction to Maryland EngineeringWIE Aspire! Explore Engineering
The WIE Aspire summer program is for rising 9th and 10th graders who are interested in exploring engineering. This week-long, commuter program introduces participants to the field of engineering through hands-on projects, engineering lab and facilities tours, and conversations with faculty, staff, and students in the Clark School of Engineering.
WIE Aspire! Explore EngineeringWIE RISE! An Introduction to Engineering Research (Virtual)
The WIE RISE virtual summer program for rising 9th - 12th graders provides an introduction to engineering through the field of research. Students will explore different engineering disciplines each day of the week as they learn about various engineering research labs at the University of Maryland as well as engage in at-home friendly experiments.
WIE RISE! An Introduction to Engineering ResearchContact Information
Jen Kuntz
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