Aerospace Engineering for High Schoolers at University of Michigan
University of Michigan
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Curious about building planes and rockets? Join a two‑week University of Michigan summer school to explore aerodynamics, propulsion and orbital mechanics through hands‑on team projects—design gliders, sprint on Mars habitats, build skills that'll boost your uni and career prospects.
This two-week summer program at the University of Michigan introduces high-school students to core aerospace engineering topics through hands-on projects and interactive learning. Students explore fundamentals such as aerodynamics and propulsion, orbital mechanics, and materials science while working on team design challenges (for example, glider design and Mars habitat sprints).
The course emphasises project-based learning, sustainability in aerospace, experimentation and simulation, and communication skills. Participants receive a Course Completion Certificate and a Letter of Recognition; some credit-bearing options provide grade reports and instructions for requesting transcripts.
Programs run as residential (boarding) and day options with structured daily schedules, supervised housing, and a range of campus activities. International students receive additional services (visa support, airport transfers, medical insurance) for a mandatory international registration fee; a supplemental lab materials fee of $195 applies per student.
Course Completion Certificate and Letter of Recognition; possible college credit/transcript upon request (depending on receiving institution)
June — Boarding
June — Day
July — Boarding
July — Day
Location
- Ages 14-18
- Must meet the eligibility requirements for the Institute for the Gifted (see FAQ)
- A completed Summer Institute application is required
- International students are charged an additional International Registration Fee (non-refundable)
£3,345
Day program: £3,345 per 2-week session. Boarding program: £5,575 per 2-week session. A supplemental course fee of $195 (USD) per student applies for lab materials. International students pay a mandatory International Registration Fee (U.S. programs): $379 (residential) or $239 (commuter). Tuition typically includes academic tuition, housing for residential programs, meals, activities, and on-campus transportation; airfare and certain extras are not included.
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