Summer Engineering Enrichment (Summer Bridge)
June 1 – June 18, 2025
College Freshmen, For Incoming Engineering Students

The Center for Inspiring Engineering Excellence annual Summer Engineering Enrichment Program is an intensive three-week program for incoming Auburn University freshmen majoring in the Samuel Ginn College of Engineering to prepare them for freshmen level pre-engineering courses. The program will be staffed by Auburn University faculty, graduate teaching assistants, counselors, and center administrators.

The aim of the program is to

  • Increase students’ math, science and programming skills
  • Expose students to the 11 engineering majors and Auburn campus resources and allow them to do a personal exploration of their major
  • Develop/improve students’ critical thinking, analytical, problem-solving, time management and study skills
  • Introduce the students to a network of faculty, staff, administrators and fellow underrepresented engineering students

Eligibility

  • Must be a graduating high school senior admitted to Auburn University's Samuel Ginn College of Engineering for Fall 2025
  • Must have attended a Camp War Eagle session prior to June 1, 2025
  • Must submit completed application package by May 9, 2025

Application information

  • Electronic submission of application, high school transcript, and a 750-word essay should be submitted at aep@eng.auburn.edu no later than May 9, 2025.

Financial Support

The materials for the program will be paid by the Center for Inspiring Engineering Excellence.

HOUSING:

Campers will reside in 191 College. They are designed in suites consisting of two double-occupancy rooms connected by a bathroom. Campers will need to provide their own linens and towels.

MEALS:

Meals will be provided at The Edge at Central Dining. All dietary restrictions and allergies are taken into consideration for each meal.

FACILITIES:

This camp will primarily use the Brown-Kopel Engineering Student Achievement Center, as well as other College of Engineering facilities.

Applications

Applications are closed.

Camp includes the following items:
  • On campus housing
  • All meals, snacks and drinks while at camp
  • Program instruction, materials and equipment
  • Transportation to and from off-campus field-trip sites
  • Recreational activities

What to Bring to Camp:

Please pack lightly – but do not forget to bring bedding, a towel, and toiletries.

Cash or debit cards are optional. Participant MUST be responsible for these items!

Dorm Room:
  • XL twin sheets, thick blanket and pillow
  • Mattress pad/mattress cover
  • Alarm Clock
  • Phone Charger
  • Dorm lamp
  • Power outlet strip
  • Laundry hamper/laundry basket
  • Cleaning supplies (bathroom cleaner, broom, Swiffer, etc.)
  • Trash can/trash bags for room
  • Hangers
Toiletries:
  • Shampoo/Conditioner
  • Body Wash, Soap, Deodorant
  • Toothbrush and Toothpaste
  • Bath and Face Towels
  • Hairbrush
Clothing & Shoes:
  • T-shirts: Loose fitting, tank tops must have straps three fingers wide and cover all undergarments
  • Shorts: No more than 3 inches above the knee
  • Three pairs of jeans/long pants
  • Two pairs of khaki pants
  • Underwear
  • Socks
  • Pajamas
  • Tennis Shoes: We walk up to 6 miles daily!
  • Closed toed shoes – must be worn everyday
  • Sweatshirt or Jacket
  • Dress up Outfit: Business Attire (e.g.: Suit, button down with a tie, dress, skirt, pants, blouse)
  • Rain Jacket/poncho and Umbrella
  • Swimsuit: For girls, a modest one piece swimsuit. For boys, no speedos or jammers.
  • Flip-flops or Water Shoes: For the shower/pool
Miscellaneous:
  • Hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Bug spray/Sunscreen
  • Beach Towel: For the pool

Last Updated: June 18, 2025