TEC Camp

2012 TEC Camp Updates

The deadline to apply to TEC Camp has passed. All applicants will be notified of decisions by Friday, April 20th.

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We will notify you electronically the week of May 9, 2011 of the application decision.

Overview

Designed to offer middle school girls an early introduction to the world to technology, engineering, and computing, TEC Camp inspires middle school age girls to consider college majors and careers in these important fields. The format is highly interactive and designed to address the specific interests of middle school students. Listed below are just a few highlights of what your camper will experience during their week at TEC Camp:

  • Explore the exciting world of engineering through hands-on projects in such areas as chemical engineering, aerospace engineering, and web design.
  • Work on a project in teams with other middle school students, and present group findings at the conclusion of the week.
  • Meet and interact directly with Georgia Tech professors, students, and professional women.


Program Design

TEC students are well supervised throughout the program by Institute staff and Georgia Tech students. Engineering faculty and specialists teach courses in Web Page Design, Robotics, Presentation Skills, Aeronautics, Chemical Engineering, and much more! Seminars are held in Georgia Tech classrooms and laboratories, and lunches and snacks are provided.

TEC Hours

Participants are on campus from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Drop-off and pick-up information is provided in the camp acceptance paperwork. The dates for the 2012 TEC Camp are June 18 - 22, 2012.

To Apply

The camp is designed for middle school girls currently in 6th and 7th grades, who have a curiosity about technology, engineering and computing. To ensure ample opportunities for individualized attention and maximum interaction with professors and Georgia Tech students, a maximum of 40 students are accepted.  Acceptance is based on academic record and personal essay.

The deadline to apply to TEC Camp has now passed.  All applicants will be notified of decisions by Friday, April 20th.

Program Fees

The registration fee is $250 for the entire week long camp.  This covers all the costs for tuition, meals, materials and supplies, as well as the Friday evening banquet.

2012 Program Sponsors

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

To see photos from the 2011 TEC Camp please visit our Facebook Page.

Check out the Summer 2011 TEC camp video for a first-hand look at what our campers do!