Women In Engineering
The Women in Engineering Scholarship Program (WIE) allows high school freshman/sophomore/junior women, who are academically talented in mathematics and/or science, the opportunity to investigate careers in engineering and science. Practicing women engineers from industry and the government, educators, and university faculty lead informational sessions and discussions. Each session includes a laboratory experience, a team engineering project, and time to interact formally and informally with role models and talented peers.

The program is a week-long investigation of engineering careers in areas such as mechanical, environmental, electrical, chemical, civil, geological, and metallurgical engineering, as well as other related disciplines such as mathematics, engineering technology, technical writing, and computer science. During the workshop, you will have the opportunity to: 

• explore different areas of engineering 
• discover team skills and apply what you are learning about engineering during a group project 
• learn how to succeed in engineering and science undergraduate programs 
• investigate career opportunities, military opportunities, and cooperative education 
• become acquainted with college life and check out extracurricular activities on campus 
• meet other young people with similar backgrounds and interests 
• enjoy a variety show and other recreational activities in the spectacular natural setting of Michigan's Upper Peninsula 

On request, arrangements can be made for you to talk with university resource people from disciplines or areas in which you have special interests or concerns, as well as Admissions and Financial Aid staff. 

Please note that the program schedule is intense, but it will provide you with a unique chance to discover the unlimited opportunities that careers in engineering and related disciplines can offer. 

Application Deadline

All applications must be complete and received in our office by 5:00 PM on April 10, 2009 in order to be considered. The selection committee will review applications in mid-April and notify applicants in early May if they have been selected to participate.

What is the Cost?

2009 Registration fee: $125.00
Registration fee is due within 10 days of being accepted into the program to guarantee enrollment. Registration fees are non-refundable.

Students selected to attend are awarded a scholarship. All program costs, including tuition, notebooks, and room and board in a university residence hall, are covered. The only additional cost to you is for registration, personal items, and transportation to and from the university. The program is supported by scholarships valued at $1000.00 each. These are provided by corporations, organizations, and Michigan Technological University.