The application deadline is April 1st. After the deadline, we will complete a full review of all candidates. Please stay updated on your status by checking your email. Typically, decisions will be made one week after the deadline.

First 5 Weeks – Online, Self-Paced The first portion of the course is delivered online, offering students the flexibility to work at their own pace. This format allows scholars to complete coursework around their personal schedules, such as summer jobs or vacations. Expect to dedicate approximately 8-10 hours per week to coursework. MSOE’s expert math professors will be available to support you, ensuring a strong understanding of the material. Last 4 Weeks – In-Person, Structured Learning The final weeks of the course shift to in-person instruction on MSOE’s campus. During this time, you will be fully immersed in structured learning with expert professors leading the sessions. The in-person component is designed to replicate a full credit load, so you’ll be engaged throughout the week, with additional optional programming available on weekends. This segment requires full attendance, and flexibility is limited.

Yes! We welcome students taking AP Calculus, but we’re especially looking for students whose highest level of math is pre-calculus, or who feel their Calculus 1 or AP Calculus course did not fully prepare them for engineering calculus. Scholars in the program will start with either Pre-calculus or Calculus 1 during the summer and continue in that pathway during the fall semester. Once you are assigned to a pathway, it cannot be changed before the fall semester start date. The decision on your starting pathway is based on a combination of factors, including your test scores (such as ACT and ALEKS), math department recommendations, and faculty input. This process ensures that you are placed in the pathway that best supports your success in MSOE’s calculus track

Applicants to MSOE can transfer in credits as they normally would. However, if you transfer in math credits, you will not be eligible to participate in the Carter Academy. Scholars admitted to the program will begin either in Pre-calculus or Calculus 1 during the summer session and must continue along that specific math pathway during the fall semester. Once you are assigned to a pathway, it cannot be changed before the fall semester start date. The decision on your starting pathway is based on a combination of factors, including your test scores (such as ACT and ALEKS), math department recommendations, and faculty input. This process ensures that you are placed in the pathway that best supports your success in MSOE’s calculus track.

We’re looking for applicants who: (1) Are committed to the 5 week online and 4 week Summer Bridge program and the two-year Living Learning Community (2) Want to be part of an inclusive and supportive community (3) Have a STEM or leadership background (4) Demonstrate thoughtfulness and attention to detail in their application essays.

There are no additional costs to join the Carter Academy program! All aspects of the program, including the math summer hybrid course, the 4-week in person summer bridge (housing and meals included), and programming during the summer and academic year are completely covered by Carter Academy.

The Carter Academy partial housing scholarship helps cover your housing costs. The amount is determined based on your financial need, as reflected in your FAFSA. All students will receive a scholarship. All students do receive a scholarship, but some will receive more based on financial need.

Absolutely! We have many athletes in the Carter Academy program. While flexibility may be limited during the Summer Bridge program, we can accommodate athletic schedules during the academic year. If you're an athlete, it’s important to inform your coach right away about your participation in Carter Academy to coordinate scheduling.

Yes, you can work! However, you’ll need to adjust your work hours during certain components of the program, especially during the 4-week Summer Bridge and the academic year. We encourage students to engage in the summer weekend programming, as it’s a great opportunity to connect with your peers before the academic year begins.

You will live on the 7th and 8th floors of the beautifully renovated Viets Tower. Students typically stay in their same summer bridge room during their first year at MSOE.

The online math portion of the program is self-paced so you can attend that family vacation or graduation trip. Make sure you get ahead prior to your trip or put in extra time when you get back. You can also bring your laptop with you as long as where you are going has working internet you will be able to participate in the online math. It is highly recommended that your trip is not planned during the first week of the residential summer bridge program. This is a time when you are making the initial connections with your peers and learning how the stay on top of your courses. If you do plan to miss any of the summer bridge residential program, please connect with the Carter Academy Assistant Director.