Why choose Stevens Virtual Pre-College Programs?
- All sessions are live and taught by Stevens faculty
- Admissions & student life workshops
- Live webinar offerings for parents/students
- Evening research for most programs
- Students will be able to present their research
- Social activity offerings for participants
- Weekly challenges to show Stevens school spirit
Available Programs
Stevens will be offering eleven unique programs this summer. Each program will be taught by Stevens faculty live via Zoom.
| Program | 2021 dates | duration | program cost |
|---|
| Business Explorer |
Session I: June 27 - July 2
Session II: July 11 - July 16
|
1 Week |
$1,000 |
| Cybersecurity- Beginner |
June 27 - July 2
|
1 Week |
$1,000 |
| Cybersecurity- Advanced |
July 11 - July 16 |
1 Week |
$1,000 |
|
|
July 11 - July 23 |
2 Weeks |
$2,000 |
| Engineering Bootcamp |
Session I: June 27 - July 2
Session II: July 25 - July 30
|
1 Week |
$1,000 |
| Electronic Music Production |
July 18 - July 23 |
1 Week |
$1,000 |
| Intermediate Computer Science |
July 18 - July 30 |
2 Weeks |
$2,000 |
| Introduction to Coding |
Session I: June 27 - July 2
Session II: July 11 - July 16
|
1 Week |
$1,000 |
| Introduction to Game Design |
July 18 - July 30 |
2 Weeks |
$2,000 |
| Pre-Med Biology |
Session I: July 11 - July 16
Session II: July 18 - July 23
|
1 Week |
$1,000 |
| Pre-Med Biomedical Engineering |
Session I: July 11 - July 16
Session II: July 18 - July 23
|
1 Week |
$1,000 |
* Intermediate Computer Science, Introduction to Game Design, and ECOES are two-week programs. There will not be weekend activities.
A Typical Day
Students will have the opportunity to learn from Stevens faculty, connect with current students, participate in social activities and learn more about the college admissions process. Below is a typical day for our virtual programs:
- Morning Academic Sessions
- Admissions/Student Life Workshops
- Afternoon Academic Sessions
- Evening Research Projects
- Social Activities
Note: Social activities and workshops are optional for students.
Program Descriptions
Business Explorer
Program Length: One Week
Whether you’re sure you want to study business in college or just want to take it for a test drive before graduating high school, the one-week virtual Business Explorer program at Stevens is a great investment in your future. Modules will include Entrepreneurship, Marketing, Finance, Management, Ethics, Economics, Information Systems and more.
Apply to Business Explorer
Cybersecurity (Beginner)
Program Length: One Week
As society becomes more digital, hacks and data breaches are becoming more prevalent which means that the need for more professionally trained individuals to fight cybercrime, is at an all-time high. In this one-week virtual introductory program, you will gain a basic understanding and knowledge of cybersecurity fundamentals and system security principles.
apply to Cybersecurity (Beginner)
Cybersecurity (Advanced)
Program Length: One Week
The advanced-level virtual program gives you the opportunity to practice the programming methods and resources that hackers use to exploit vulnerabilities in a database. In just one week, you will not only learn how to secure systems, but you'll learn how to hack them too!
A background in AP Computer Science or similar course work is required.
apply to Cybersecurity (Advanced)
Exploring Career Options in Engineering and Science (ECOES)
Program Length: Two Weeks
So you've decided that you may want to study engineering and science when you enroll in college. The next step is determining which discipline you'd like to specialize in. The Stevens ECOES (Exploring Career Options in Engineering and Science) virtual program is designed for students looking to explore a variety of options available to them in engineering and science.
Engineering Bootcamp
Program Length: One Week
This one-week virtual crash course into various engineering disciplines will surely help you decide which option is a perfect fit for you. You will work closely with Stevens' expert faculty and collaborate with a group of peers to create your very own research project. Is engineering for you? Find out in just one week by enrolling in this bootcamp.
Modules may include Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Naval Engineering, Software Engineering, and many more.
apply to Engineering Bootcamp
Electronic Music Production
Program Length: One Week
This course is designed to teach the building blocks of contemporary music production. Classes will focus on working with Ableton, an industry standard Digital Audio Workstation (DAW), as well as Max/MSP, VCV Rack, and similar software. Students will learn foundational concepts and approaches to MIDI sequencing, sampling, synthesis and sound design, as well historic and creative context for these skills. Electronic Music Production will also cover the design of surround sound for 3D or virtual environments using WebVR, as well as the creation and presentation of electronic compositions using immersive online platforms.
Intermediate Computer Science
Program Length: Two Weeks
If you are not new to computer science and are looking to expand upon pre-existing knowledge to better prepare you for college-level courses, look no further. This 2-week virtual program and fresh series is jam-packed with accelerated modules such as algorithms, programming language design, scientific computing and much more to put you ahead of your peers.
A background in AP Computer Science or similar course work is required.
apply to intermediate computer science
Introduction to Coding
Program Length: One Week
Facebook, SnapChat, and Uber started with a great idea and someone with a knack for coding and design. If you have never coded before, our expert faculty members will help you gain an understanding of the basics needed to bring your ideas to life with the Python programming language. In this virtual introductory course, you will get the chance to work both individually and in teams to solve problems and create a small project based off your ideas. Modules will include Installing and configuring Python, variables, operators, control structures, functions, built-in data structures, and object-oriented programming.
apply to Introduction to Coding
Introduction to Game Design
Program Length: Two Weeks
Are you interested in learning what it takes to make an original video game in two weeks?! This virtual program allows you to merge art, design, and computer science. You will quickly progress to the Unity game engine where you will develop and program 2D games.
Pre-Med Biology
Program Length: One Week
Pre-Med can sound intimidating, but at Stevens Pre-College, we will make it a challenging, yet enjoyable experience. Our virtual pre-med program allows you to learn from Stevens faculty, collaborate with classmates, and give you a taste of pre-med biology in college.
Pre-Med Biomedical Engineering
Program Length: One Week
If the healthcare field is of interest to you, but the thought of being a doctor, surgeon or pharmacist doesn't, keep reading. More and more college students are choosing engineering as an approach to a career in the medical field. In just one week, you will have the opportunity to virtually interact with some of Stevens' faculty, students, and alumni, perform virtual labs, and learn about applying engineering principles to better healthcare and society.
apply to Pre-Med Biomedical Engineering
