Have you heard of ASE?!

ASE is also known as the Academic Summer Enhancement program.  It is a 4 week program to encourage engineering students from all Penn State campuses to get to know the College of Engineering located at University Park.  Although many first-year students start at smaller Penn State Campuses all over Pennsylvania, most engineering students will graduate from University park.

ASE Previews:
Pre-Calculus                  Campus life orientation
Chemisty                       Physics                          English                          Peer-mentoring
College study skills      Campus Tours





A Closer Look
ASE prepares you above and beyond what you have already done in high school.  With this program you jump into the college life early, attend classes and meet other engineering students.  When it's time for full-time classes in the fall you will be a step ahead of everyone else.  During ASE you will also connect with peer mentors, become familiar with the MEP staff and services, and get orientated to campus life and culture at Penn State. 
ASE has been running for 11 years and the following are benefits to the students who participate in ASE:

• Have a higher GPA
• More likely to graduate from the PSU College of Engineering
• Are more likely to land competitive-salary internships, co-ops and full time employment
• Improved opportunity to earn amazing academic scholarships
• Build an extensive network of lifelong friends
• Acclimate more easily to the college environment
• Learn Effective study skills

When & Where
ASE is held at the Penn State University Park Campus from July 6 - August 2, 2013.  You will be housed in the student residence halls on campus.  Even though the ASE Program is held on the University Park campus, you will still attend your assigned campus in the fall.  This program does not change you campus assignment.





What is the cost
The cost of the program is $300, this includes room & board, field trips, courses, tutoring and professional development programs.  This is only 1/10th of the cost of the program per students, all remaining expenses are covered through corporate and university sponsorships


How do I apply?
Applications were mailed to those invited to apply to the ASE Program.  If you are interested in attending please completed the application by May 6, 2013.