ExciTES Summer Institute

ExciTES encourages rising 3rd graders through 11th graders from the El Paso/Ciudad Juarez region to use their knowledge, imagination, and creativity to 1) become aware of the diverse fields and careers of engineering and computing, and 2) be encouraged to attend college, specifically, UTEP's College of Engineering.

During any sessions in the ExciTES Summer Institute, students will meet other students of similar age while engaged in inquiry-based and team-oriented projects and activities developed by faculty and facilitated by undergraduate students. The exploration of the various engineering fields and careers will connect to the Bachelor of Science degrees offered through the UTEP College of Engineering.

Application Process

Students, along with their parents, can apply online to the ExciTES Summer Institute starting April 1. An exact timeline of the application process is shown on our online application page. Upon acceptance to ExciTES, fees will be collected on the first day of the session. Do not send payment prior to being accepted.

2025 ExciTES Sessions & Fees

Rising 3^rd thru 5^th graders – Elementary Sessions – $150/student/week

Robotics Session: June 23-27, 9am-12pm

Rising 6^th thru 9^th graders – ExciTES Sessions – $200/student/week

ExciTES Session: July 14-18, 9am-4pm (the Original Cardboard Canoe session)

Rising 9^th thru 11^th graders – Challenge Sessions – $200/student/week

Challenge Session: July 14-18, 9am-4pm

Rising 6^th thru 12^th graders - Cyber and Artificial Intelligence (AI) Camps – FREE!

Cyber Camp I (2 weeks): June 9-13, 16-18 and 20, 10am-2pm
- Beginner: Week 1 – June 9-13
- Advanced: Week 2 – June 16-20
AI Camp I: June 23-27, 10am-2pm
Cyber Camp II (2 weeks): July 7-11 and 14-18, 10am-2pm
- Beginner: Week 1 – July 7-11
- Advanced: Week 2 – July 14-18
AI Camp II: July 21-25, 10am-2pm

Students with disabilities ages 14 thru 21 – ExploreSTEAM – FREE!