Welcome, Admitted Engineering First Year Students!
Congratulations on being admitted to the #10 engineering school in the nation, according to the 2022 US News rankings.
Upcoming Programs and Events
Participate in Summer Engineering Institute
Get a jump start on your academic career at UC San Diego's 5-week, Summer Engineering Institute (SEI), and earn credits towards your engineering degree. Receive support in making the transition from high school to the rigors of a university-level engineering curriculum, and build awareness of relevant campus programs and resources. Take part in organized social activities on evenings and weekends, and begin forming a peer network and make lasting friendships. Scholarships are provided for students with financial need: Learn how to become an IDEA Scholar.
Math Review Sessions
The IDEA Engineering Student Center is excited to offer virtual review sessions and office hours for incoming students taking the Math Placement Exam (MPE)! These sessions are designed to refresh your knowledge of key math concepts to prepare you for your engineering curriculum. If you need to take or retake the Math Placement Exam (MPE) to ensure you are placed in the math course that suits you and moves you forward in your engineering curriculum, these sessions are for you!
Other awesome Jacobs School Summer Programs
Preparing for Fall
Get connected to resources today:
- Academic Coaching
- Engineering courses for first-year students
- Participate in Engineering Learning Communities
- Academic and campus resources
- Learn about the Guided Engineering Apprenticeship in Research (GEAR) Program
- Mark your calendars for...
Learn about the 50+ Engineering Student Organizations and Project Teams