STEM Academy – Engineering
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ABOUT THE STEM ACADEMY for INCOMING UIC STUDENTS
This project was created through the efforts of the UIC CHANCE Program in partnership with ComEd, UIC College of Engineering, Department of Computer Science and Project SYNCERE. The CHANCE STEM Academy Program is an interactive program designed to introduce incoming UIC ENGINEERING students to the “World of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math”. This 8-week academically intensive program provides hands-on experiences in group settings, led by UIC faculty and staff.
Students will be enrolled in TWO classes throughout the program: one course in their respective major and an Introduction to Black Studies course. Participants will have the opportunity to stay in University Housing. This opportunity is limited to a select group of students and is offered at NO COST.
Details about the 2025 STEM Academy, including program dates and times, will be added in Spring 2025.
CRITERIA FOR ADMISSION:
In order to qualify for STEM Academy, students MUST:
- Plan to enroll at UIC for Fall 2025 in one of the following majors:
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Engineering
- Be available to attend the ENTIRE 8 -WEEK SESSION (No excuses provided for vacations)
- Attend an information session.
Space is limited, apply early!!
COURSES (Prerequisite: MUST enroll as a UIC Freshman for Fall 2025):
- Special Topics 194 – Engineering
- Black Studies 100 – Introduction to Black Studies
Please Note: Students who successfully complete the 8 – week program and enroll at UIC in selected majors will be eligible to earn college credit.
For more information contact us: chanceoutreach@uic.edu or call: 312-355-5025.