eVOL10

Thirty-two students will be selected to participate. Students will learn about careers in engineering, explore the UT campus, tour engineering labs and facilities, attend ACT preparation, and spend a week living on a college campus.

eVOL10 provides an opportunity to explore engineering and campus life at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. This immersive program will take place July 20-25, 2025.

This immersive experience promises to be educational and inspiring. Participants will engage directly with UT faculty and staff, gaining foundational knowledge in engineering. Participants will also compete in daily engineering challenges, collaborating with peers on engineering design projects.

This one-week residential program is offered at no major cost and includes enriching experiences: 

  • Orientation session
  • Team building and ice breaker exercises
  • ACT/SAT math preparation
  • Laboratory demonstrations
  • Engineering challenges and group design projects
  • Counselor-to-peer mentoring 
  • Awards ceremony 

Frequently Asked Questions

eVOL10 is a summer enrichment program designed for rising 10th grade students with a passion for engineering. Our mission is to ignite curiosity and provide early exposure to the fascinating world of scientific study and research. 

This immersive experience will spark a deeper interest in the world of engineering and open doors to diverse opportunities. Throughout the program, participants will engage in dynamic engineering projects, challenging them to apply their newfound knowledge in creative and practical ways. 

The classes are led by faculty and graduate students from the Engineering Fundamentals department in the Tickle College of Engineering. Counselors will assist with program activities and supervision of the participants. 

Participants in eVOL10  will learn engineering fundamentals, gaining valuable insights into the field of engineering.

They’ll also receive preparation for the math section of the ACT/SAT. Beyond academics, students will have the opportunity to forge new friendships and actively participate in hands-on lab experiments. 

All rising 10th grade students are encouraged to apply. All applicants must have a “B” average in both math and science to be eligible for the program. 

While there is no major cost associated with the eVOL10 program, all necessary supplies will be provided by the college. Participants are required to pay only a $75 processing fee upon selection. 

  • Must be a rising sophomore by the summer of 2025
  • High School transcript 
  • A “B” average in math and science
  • Two teacher recommendations—math and science
    • Applicants have the option to include a STEM teacher recommendation
  • Video essay

Applications must be submitted by March 31, 2025. No faxes or emails will be accepted. Students will be notified of their acceptance by April 15, 2025.

All applications must be submitted online. 

Participants will be supervised by university faculty, administrators, and trained pre-college staff. 

For additional information, please contact us by email at pre_eng@utk.edu. 

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