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PREFRESHMAN ENGINEERING PROGRAM TexPREP |
Come to TexPREP and discover, learn, grow, make new friends, prepare for high school, experience college life and explore possible careers.
What is TexPREP?
TexPREP is a mathematics-based, academic enrichment program. It emphasizes on the development of abstract reasoning and problem solving skills. The program helps students prepare for careers in the fields of science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM), with emphasis on increasing the number of women and underrepresented minority groups, such as Hispanics, African-Americans and Native Americans.
The program includes course work, team projects, class presentations, examinations, career awareness speakers, field trips and special events.
TexPREP is presented over the course of several consecutive summers. Once a student has successfully completed Year 1, he/she can apply for Year 2 and so on.
Ø High school elective credit is awarded by some school districts for the Program.
Founded in 1979 by Dr. Manuel P. Berriozabal from UT San Antonio, PREP is supported by state funds and contributed financial support from public and private agencies. Value per student is $300.00.
UTA Prep is hosted by the Department of Mathematics and offers Years 1 and 2 only.
Courses for Year 1 include:
Computer Programming
Logic and its Applications to Mathematics
PreEngineering- Infinity Project
Problem Solving using Algebra
Who is eligible? Students are eligible if they meet the academic requirements, have expressed special interest in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM).
Academic Requirements for Year 1:
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For grade 7 (as of next Fall) |
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For grade 8 (as of next Fall) |
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Parental permission |
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Parental permission |
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90 in Math (85 or better if in Honors or AP) |
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85 in Math (80 or better if in Honors or AP) |
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90 or better in Science and English (85 or better if in Honors or AP) |
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85 or better in Science and English (80 or better if in Honors or AP) |
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Must be in good standing in all courses |
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Must be in good standing in all courses |
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Satisfactory conduct grades |
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Satisfactory conduct grades |
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Two satisfactory teacher nomination letters |
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Two satisfactory teacher nomination letters |
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A well-written Essay |
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A well-written Essay |
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Pre-Algebra must be completed by June |
**Students are responsible for Transportation to and from UTA Campus**
When? Program dates for the Summer 2012 are:
Monday, June 4- Thursday, July 12
9:00am – 3:30pm
Where? UT Arlington campus located at:
411 S. Nedderman Dr., #478 Pickard Hall,
Mathematics Department, Arlington, TX 76019
Cost? Funding is provided for this program that includes tuition, labs, project materials, Field trips, student insurance and student health fees. We do have a registration fee upon acceptance, which is $50.00 per student.
Special Assistance: Free lunch daily provided by the Summer Food Service Program funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Food and Nutrition Service.
Applications packets consist of the following (Contact Dr. Roger Kirby , TexPREP Director at 817-272-5675, kirby@uta.edu):
Ø Part 1 & 2 – signed by student and parent (Student mails)
Ø Student Essay- (Student mails)
Ø School Records from Registrar office (School mails or may give to student)
Ø Mathematics Teacher nomination letter- (Teacher may mail or give to student)
Ø Science/English Teacher or Counselor nomination letter- Year 1 Applicants only
(Teacher may mail or give to student)
All parts of this application must be completed or the application will be considered incomplete.
Incomplete applications will not be processed until all information is received.
Questions? Contact Dr. Roger Kirby , TexPREP Director at 817-272-5675, kirby@uta.edu.
You may also research TexPREP more by visiting http://www.prep-usa.org.