Cooper Union Summer STEM 2026
The Cooper Union
Program overview
High school students who have completed grades 9, 10, or 11 and are curious about engineering and computer science; no prior experience needed for most courses.
Eligibility
Must have completed 9th, 10th, or 11th grade. Specific courses require advanced math (calculus) or high grades in mathematics and chemistry. · No citizenship requirements; open to students worldwide · Open to all; priority consideration given to NYC residents
Key details
- Organization
- The Cooper Union
- Type
- Summer program
- Location
- New York, NY (41 Cooper Square)
- Format
- hybrid
- Eligible grades
- Rising 10th Grader, Rising 11th Grader, Rising 12th Grader
- Cost
- $3,150 for 3-week courses; $5,150 for 6-week courses; financial aid available
- Time commitment
- 3 or 6 weeks; Monday-Thursday, 9:00 AM-3:00 PM
- Application status
- Closed for 2026; decisions emailed April 29. Next application cycle opens December 11, 2026.
How to apply
Apply on the program's own site. Details here were read from that page and can change — confirm them there before applying.