Welcome and thank you for your interest in the UIC College of Engineering Women in Engineering Summer Program (WIESP) sponsored by Knowles Corporation and Motorola Solutions. WIESP, managed by the office of Women in Engineering Programs, is a FREE, non-residential program, that offers an unparalleled opportunity to learn about engineering through hands-on projects and corporate partner visits. Prior experience is NOT required and participants will receive a financial stipend upon successful completion of the program!
Program Content
This summer is the 10-year anniversary of Women in Engineering Summer Program!🎉 To celebrate this incredible milestone we’re doing something extra special: instead of focusing on just two engineering fields like we do every summer, we are going to explore ALL six departments within the College of Engineering! Over the course of three weeks, you’ll dive into Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil, Materials, & Environmental Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical & Computer Engineering, and Mechanical & Industrial Engineering, with each department offering its own exciting projects and challenges!
Program Dates
June 14, 2025 - July 9, 2025 from 10AM-3PM, this includes a WIESP 2025 Orientation Session for students and parents:
| WIESP 2025 Orientation |
June 14th |
10am-12pm |
| Engineering Sessions |
June 16th-July 7th |
10am-3pm |
| Special Activity |
July 8th |
10am-3pm |
| Celebratory Brunch |
July 9th |
10am-12pm |
| No Classes |
June 19th and July 4th |
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Further instructions will be provided to students who are unable to submit a recorded video for the final prompt. These students will be invited to schedule an interview.
Eligibility
- 11th or 12th Grade by Fall 2025
- Overall GPA 3.2+ (unweighted)
- Grades of As and Bs in Math and Sciences Classes
- STEM Club Involvement
- Teacher Recommendation Form
Program Application
You will need to complete this application in one sitting, so please read through all the questions carefully and make sure you have all the information you need before continuing, including a copy of your high school transcripts. Program Application Deadline is March 31st, 2025. No exceptions.
Teacher Recommendation Form
Please ask a math/science/engineering/cs teacher, or high school counselor, to recommend you by submitting this form: https://go.uic.edu/TRF-WIESP2025. Only one recommendation is required. Teacher Recommendation Form must be submitted no later than March 22nd, 2025. No exceptions.
High School Transcripts
A minimum 3.2 (unweighted) GPA is required as well as grades of As and Bs in math and science courses. To verify your academic standing, you will be required to upload an unofficial copy of your transcripts. If you do not have access to your transcripts, consult with your high school counselor or school administrator to obtain one.
In addition to meeting our requirements, your admission will be based on: 1) how promptly you (and your recommender) submit your application materials; 2) your interest in exploring engineering and computer science; 3) your involvement and membership in STEM related clubs (specifically those that support women and BIPOC); 4) and overall communication with our staff.
All students who have been selected for the program will be notified by April 2025. Questions or Concerns: Contact Sabrina Jones at sjones64@uic.edu.