Rowan's Introduction for Students to Engineering (RISE)
Rowan's Introduction for Students to Engineering (RISE)
Rowan's Introduction for Students to Engineering (RISE)
RISE HS 2025 - Register and submit payment here
Dates: July 8, 9 and 10, 2025
Times: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM each day
Eligibility: Current High Schoolers (2024-2025 School Year)
Location: On-campus @ Henry M. Rowan College of Engineering Glassboro, NJ
Current High School students are invited to join the Rowan RISE Summer Camp for an unforgettable three-day, non-residential workshop experience that features laboratory clinics, hands-on engineering projects, College tours and mentoring by Henry M. Rowan College of Engineering professors and students.
Here's what awaits you:
- Explore exciting engineering disciplines: Get your hands dirty with workshops on polymers, arduinos, concrete, bottle rockets, and 3D printing.
- Delve into laboratory clinics: Gain practical experience with technology and test your design ideas.
- Learn from the best: Receive expert guidance and mentorship from professors and students of Rowan's renowned engineering programs.
- Connect with like-minded peers: Forge lasting friendships with other aspiring engineers from across the region.
RISE Dates and Details
Dates: July 8-10, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM each day
Location: On-campus @ Rowan University's Henry M. Rowan College of Engineering in Glassboro, NJ
Parking: Lots D-1 or D-2 on map
Daily Check-in/Check-out: Engineering Hall Lobby (Building #10 on Map)
No lunch provided
Cost: $200
Drop-off/Pick-up
Daily Check-in/Check-out: Engineering Hall Lobby (Building #10 on Map)
Drop-off/Pick-up (Rowan Map):
North Campus Drive, under skybridge between Rowan Hall (Map Bldg #9) & Engineering Hall (Map Bldg #10)
Eligibility
Current High School students (9th - 12th grades) during the 2024-2025 school year
Participation is open to all individuals regardless of any characteristic protected by law, including but not limited to, race, color, national origin, sex/gender, age, and/or disability.
Registration
Rise HS registration will open in February 2025.
Cost: $200 (No lunch provided)
Program Description
Rowan's Introduction for Students to Engineering (RISE) is a three-day, non-residential workshop experience that features laboratory clinics, exciting engineering activities, campus & industry tours, and mentoring by Henry M. Rowan College of Engineering professors and students. Students from high schools throughout the region may work on tentative projects involving polymers, arduinos, concrete, bottle rockets or 3D printing during the hands-on engineering RISE workshop.
Contact Information
For questions, contact: Ms. Melanie Basantis at basantis@rowan.edu
FAQs
What is the difference between AWE, BEST, and RISE?
RISE is for current High Schoolers, 9th through 12th graders.
AWE and BEST are workshops for middle school students, 6th through 8th grades in the current school year
Are the programs residential camps?
No.
Our summer programs are non-residential camps held in the mornings..
When is RISE?
July 2025
9:00AM to 1:00PM
How many applicants are you accepting?
30
The Henry M. College of Engineering intentionally limits participants to ensure students receive personalized attention, deep engagement while also forming lasting connections with like-minded peers.
Where are the summer camps located?
On-campus at:
The Henry M. College of Engineering
Rowan University
Glassboro, NJ
We strategically switch between Rowan Hall and Engineering Hall to give students access to the full spectrum of facilities and learning environments at the Henry M. Rowan College of Engineering.
When do applications open and close?
Open: February 2025
Close: June 30, 2025
Confirmation: You will receive a confirmation email with important information once your registration is complete.
Camp Details: Detailed camp information will be provided via email approximately two weeks before the camp start date.
How much does RISE cost?
$200
We carefully calculate tuition based on materials and resources needed to ensure an enriching experience at a reasonable cost for every student.
Refund Policy:
Full refund until June 30, 2025 and then $100 processing fee.