The College of Engineering is dedicated to producing the world's best engineers. By providing elementary and high school students with an introduction to the field of engineering, we are effectively widening the applicant pool, ensuring that our high standards of admission continue to be met.

GEAR UP »

GEAR UP promotes awareness and readiness for college for middle and high school students and educators within designated Washington state school districts.

Mathematics Academy »

Math Academy helps high-achieving high school juniors develop the math and problem-solving skills necessary to succeed in engineering and exposes students to a variety of examples of engineering in practice.

Emerging Leaders »

Emerging Leaders in Engineering recruits talented high school students and enhances the university experience of engineering majors, with scholarships and leadership-building and educational opportunities.

Engineering Open House »

Explore engineering and science through hands-on exhibits, demonstrations, games, and even liquid nitrogen ice cream. The event, next scheduled for spring 2010, is free to students of all ages.

MESA (Mathematics Engineering Science Achievement) »

Through MESA, students of color and girls achieve their full potential in mathematics, engineering, and science. MESA students in grades K-12 excel in a supportive, challenging, and fun learning community.

DO-IT (Disabilities Opportunities Internetworking Technology) »

DO-IT serves to increase the participation of individuals with disabilities in challenging academic programs and careers. It promotes the use of computer and networking technologies to increase independence, productivity, and participation in education and employment.

Washington Space Grant »

A great resource for teachers, Washington Space Grant provides materials that assist in science education at the K-12 level. The program works to further science, mathematics and technology education, as well as aerospace science and engineering research, throughout the state.