Fulton Summer Academy
Providing engineering and technical experiences for all ages
All Fulton Schools of Engineering summer camps for 2024 have closed.
Fulton Summer Academy FAQS
What is the registration process?
Registration for our Summer 2025 camps opens in November 2024 and will remain open thru March 2025.
Will I be notified if I am not accepted to camp?
Yes. All applicants are notified of either acceptance, waitlist status, or rejection once the application review process is completed in February/March 2025.
Who is eligible to attend Fulton Summer Academy Programs?
Fulton Summer Academy programs are designed for rising 11th-12th graders in high school. For multiple reasons, we adhere to the identified grade levels and do not provide individual exceptions.
Fulton Summer Academy participants should be residents of Arizona.
What do you do at Fulton Summer Academy?
Each of our Fulton Summer Academy programs vary, but all include the following:
- Work with ASU engineering faculty and undergraduate students on human-centered design projects and hands-on engineering activities;
- Learn about the ASU Admission process for undergraduates;
- Gain knowledge on ASU Engineering and Technology undergraduate programs;
- Explore the ASU campuses, facilities, and community;
- Join other motivated high school students for an introduction to engineering at Arizona State University;
- Discover more about engineering careers, research, and student organizations.
How much do Fulton Summer Academy programs cost?
In-person residential camps are estimated at $1,400. This covers the cost of overnight accommodation in a campus residence hall, all meals and snacks, camp faculty and staffing, space rentals, extracurricular activities, supplies/materials, and camp swag.
In-person day camps are estimated at $700. This covers the cost of daily lunch and snacks, camp faculty and staffing, space rentals, extracurricular activities, supplies/materials and camp swag.
Is there an application fee?
Yes, all our Fulton Summer Academy programs have a non-refundable application fee that is collected at time of application.
What is included in the fee for the camp?
The registration fee covers the cost of hosting the camp for your student as well as covering our undergraduate student staff. The fee also covers the cost of all program experiences, including hands-on activity kits, supplies needed throughout the week, instruction and supervision by camp staff and ASU faculty, and some Fulton Schools of Engineering swag! This swag includes 1) participant T-shirt 2) a notebook 3) a reusable water bottle.
What is the refund policy for Fulton Summer Academy programs?
- Full refund if Fulton Schools of Engineering (FSE) cancels the Program two weeks prior to the Program’s scheduled start date.
- 50% refund of Program payment if parent/participant cancels their registration for a Program 30 days or more before the start of the Program.
- No refund if the parent/participant withdraws from a Program less than 30 days before the Program’s scheduled start date.
Are scholarships available?
Need-based scholarships are available and very limited. You will have the opportunity to indicate your desire to apply for a need-based scholarship during the application process.
Is there any course credit for Fulton Summer Academy programs?
No. We cannot offer any course credit for our summer programs/camps.
Are there any school/course prerequisites to attend Fulton Summer Academy programs?
No. However, our camps are best suited for a certain type of individual. Students who do well in our camp enjoy science, technology, and engineering and/or mathematics courses or extracurricular activities. Ideal participants are also planning to study an Engineering/Technology degree in university.
Is there a way I can be contacted once the Fulton Schools of Engineering announces their Fulton Summer 2025 Academy Programs?
Yes. Please sign up here for our Interest Form. Once our Summer 2025 programs are announced, we will send you an email.
What ASU campuses offer Fulton Summer Academy programs?
Fulton Summer Academy programs are offered on ASU’s Tempe, Polytechnic and West Valley campuses.
What undergraduate engineering/technology programs does Arizona State University (ASU) offer?
The Ira A. Fulton Schools of Engineering at ASU is one of the largest and most comprehensive engineering programs in the United States. We offer:
- 28 undergraduate programs including several online: https://engineering.asu.edu/undergraduate-degree-programs/
- Undergraduate program ranks #19 for U.S. public universities.
- Engineering classes your first year.
- Accelerated degrees: earn a bachelor’s and master’s degree in four or five years.
- 60+ engineering student organizations and student professional societies.
- Extensive undergraduate research programs.
- Entrepreneurial opportunities.
- Internship and career support.
- 299 sunny days per year to enjoy ASU and the thriving Phoenix metropolitan area!
How do I ask additional questions about the Fulton Summer Academy programs?
You may call our Fulton Schools of Engineering Outreach and Recruitment Office at 480-965-2272 or email us at [email protected].