First Summer 2026

A Summer College Program

Engr 100 / Choose 2nd Elective Course

Engineer Your Future: Create, Innovate, and Solve Big Challenges!

Take your passion for building and problem-solving to the next level with a program designed to make engineering come alive. Work alongside peers to tackle real-world projects that challenge your creativity and technical skills. From hands-on labs and industry tours to networking with faculty and professionals, this experience blends learning, collaboration, and fun—all while giving you a glimpse into what it means to be an engineer.

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Dates
May 25- June 23, 2026

Engr 100/Choose 2nd Elective Course
6 hours of transferrable college credit

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April 1, 2026

Program Overview

Summer College for High School Students is a four-week comprehensive program designed for high-achieving students eager to experience university life.

Participants can earn college credits and gain dual credit (both high school and college) for courses taken during the summer, all while becoming familiar with the collegiate environment.

All activities are tentative and subject to change depending on scheduling, booking availability, and course adjustments.

What You'll Do

  • Work in teams to develop integrated solutions for complex engineering problems
  • Go behind the scenes at local industries and meet professionals shaping the future

What You'll Learn

  • Advanced problem-solving and technical skills for real-world engineering challenges
  • How engineering principles apply to industries and entrepreneurial opportunities
  • Insights into engineering careers through faculty interaction and industry exposure
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From the Program

Program Details

The Engineering Summer College Program invites students to step into the exciting world of engineering and experience what it’s like to solve real-world challenges. Throughout the program, participants will collaborate with peers to design and build integrated solutions for complex problems, explore local industries during exclusive tours, and connect with professionals and faculty who are shaping the future of engineering. From hands-on projects and technical skill-building to fun campus activities, students will discover how engineering impacts everyday life—and what it takes to succeed in this dynamic field.

Ideal for students:

• who love creating, building, and solving real-world challenges.
• excited to experience campus life while earning college credit.
• curious about engineering and ready for hands-on learning with peers.

Before the Program

Students will start receiving detailed information upon acceptance to the program. Students must attend two online orientation sessions and will receive detailed information about move-in via email prior to the move-in date.

During The Program

Students in Summer College take two college-level courses taught by University of Mississippi faculty, earning 6–7 transferable credit hours and building a college GPA. Courses follow university grading policies and appear on a permanent transcript. Outside the classroom, students participate in a residential co-curriculum that fosters independence, social skills, and community engagement through activities and service opportunities.

Highlights:

  • Experience college academics and earn transferable credits
  • Develop life skills while living independently and making lasting friendships

End of the Program

Students are required to move out at designated times based on their final exam schedule. More details will be given during one of the online orientation sessions.

Cost of Program

$3,500

What’s Included

  • Tuition
  • Housing
  • Meal plan
  • Programming

What’s Not Included

  • Shuttle/van transportation to and from Memphis International Airport (unless requested)
  • Airfare to and from The University of Mississippi
  • Weekend meals
  • Personal spending money