Make This Summer All About STEM
Through the summer programs offered by Illinois Tech’s Elevate College Prep, middle school and high school students are exposed to STEM-driven programs that cover topics such as coding and programming, robotics, sustainability, science and research, the human sciences, and many more—all at Â鶹APP’s leading tech-focused university.
Not only will middle school and high school students broaden their knowledge and enhance their skills while being exposed to highly relevant, tech-driven topics, but they’ll get a taste of college life and all that an Illinois Tech education offers.
Ready to make this summer about STEM?
Important Dates
- Application opens: December 13, 2024
- Application deadline: May 1, 2025
- Final payment deadline: May 15, 2025
Navigate the Application Process Policies and Resources
2025 Summer Programs
Learn more about each type of summer program we offer below, and then explore all of the innovative, STEM-driven programs that we are offering in summer 2025!
| Program Type | Overnight | Daytime | Virtual |
| Format | Residential on Mies Campus (commuter options available) | Commuter program (Mies Campus and Rice Campus) | Online |
| Grade/Age Requirement | Rising ninth through 12th graders (ages 15–17) | High school: Rising ninth through 12th graders (ages 14–17) Middle school: Rising sixth through eight graders (ages 11–13) | Rising ninth through 12th graders (ages 14–17) |
| Program Price | Ranges from $1,500–$3,000 | Ranges from $500–$650 | Ranges from $300–$375 |
| Program Length | One-, Two-, or Four-Week Experience | One-Week Experience | One-Week Experience |
Certification of Completion from Illinois Tech: A prestigious credential that looks great on college applications.
Edge Award: Students receive a $500 scholarship that can be applied toward tuition if they choose to pursue an undergraduate degree at Illinois Tech.
Hands-On Experience: At Illinois Tech, we focus on creating interactive, hands-on activities for each of our programs, allowing you to move beyond traditional lecture-based learning.
Networking Opportunities: Elevate College Prep summer programs are led by Illinois Tech faculty or industry experts. Students also have the chance to connect with current Illinois Tech students and like-minded peers, fostering valuable relationships and a strong sense of community.
And More! There’s so much more to discover in our summer programs!