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    Environmental Engineering High School Course

    by Summer Springboard

    A hands-on pre-college course where students tackle water, energy, waste and air-quality challenges through experiments and a team prototype.

    Last verified: 26 Aug 2026Reviewed by:SSSean Stevens
    Environmental Engineering High School Course

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    Environmental Engineering Course at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility

    Current status

    Recently closed

    Eligibility

    Grades 9-12; 3.0 GPA

    Age range / Year group

    14-18

    Location / Region

    San Diego, California

    Cost

    $3,298; $5,998

    Duration

    2 weeks

    Format

    In-person

    Next deadline

    Not announced · Next cycle not announced

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    EngineeringEnvironmental ScienceThe planet & sustainability

    Accommodation: Suite-style campus housing

    Meals: All meals or weekday lunch

    Certificate / Outcome: Certificate and recommendation letter

    Sessions / cadence: 9 x 3-hour classes

    Campus experience: Classes, excursions and workshops

    Instructor: Dr. Ramin Yazdi

    Main output: Sustainable solution prototype

    Environmental Engineering Course summary

    Students investigate how engineering can address clean water, air pollution, renewable energy, waste and sustainable urban development.

    Learning is practical: experiments, field experiences and collaborative design lead into an iterative team capstone.

    It suits students exploring environmental engineering, sustainability or related careers who want an academically structured campus experience.

    What is Environmental Engineering High School Course?

    The Environmental Engineering High School Course is a Summer Springboard pre-college experience focused on how engineers respond to environmental problems. Students study water treatment, air quality, renewable energy, waste reduction and sustainable infrastructure through practical activities.

    The course combines experiments, collaborative design and field-based learning with a final sustainability project. Students work in teams to design, build and test a prototype addressing an environmental issue they choose.

    Why Succeed highlights Environmental Engineering Course

    • The curriculum connects major environmental problems with concrete engineering methods and experiments.

    • A team capstone gives students a tangible way to apply systems thinking and iterative design.

    • Field experiences add professional and environmental context beyond classroom study.

    • The wider campus schedule combines focused academics with college-readiness workshops and structured activities.

    Who is Environmental Engineering Course for?

    Best for

    Students curious about environmental engineering who enjoy experiments, collaborative problem-solving and turning ideas into working prototypes.

    Not ideal if

    You want a credit-bearing university course, a purely theoretical class or an independent research experience without a structured campus schedule.

    Is Environmental Engineering Course worth it?

    This course can be worthwhile for students who want to test environmental engineering before choosing a university subject. Its strongest feature is the combination of experiments, field context and a completed team prototype.

    The limitation is value for money: tuition, a mandatory course supplement and application costs make it a significant commitment, and participants generally do not earn college credit. Families should weigh the academic depth and campus experience against lower-cost project or research alternatives.

    A practical overview of cost, accommodation, meals, dates and provider details to review before deciding.

    Cost and what is included

    $3,298; $5,998; includes Residential tuition includes lodging, all meals and the academic course., Residential tuition includes academic and weekend excursions., Commuter tuition includes lunch, the academic course and excursions., Commuter programming runs from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays..

    Accommodation

    Suite-style campus housing

    Meals

    All meals or weekday lunch

    Provider details

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    Dates and logistics

    2 weeks; San Diego, California.

    What to check before committing

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    How much preparation does Environmental Engineering Course need?

    Effort level

    Moderate to high.

    Best started

    Begin planning six to eight weeks before the next published deadline to compare tuition options, arrange documents and discuss support needs.

    Main challenge

    Turning several environmental systems into one workable team solution.

    Typical preparation

    • Review foundational ideas about water, energy, waste and air pollution.

    • Think of one local environmental problem you would like to investigate.

    • Practice explaining design choices and responding constructively to team feedback.

    • Prepare required academic, medical and travel documents well before departure.

    Useful if

    You are comfortable with teamwork, practical experiments and a full structured day.

    What do students do on Environmental Engineering Course?

    Students move from foundational environmental engineering concepts to experiments, field learning and a team-based capstone. The process emphasizes building, testing and improving practical solutions.

    Step-by-step process

    1. 1

      Explore clean-water systems through filtration, desalination and recycling concepts.

    2. 2

      Investigate pollution, greenhouse gases and approaches to cleaner air.

    3. 3

      Examine renewable energy, waste reduction, upcycling and circular design.

    4. 4

      Build and test devices or models connected to environmental systems.

    5. 5

      Work with a team to define an environmental design challenge.

    6. 6

      Develop, test and refine a sustainable solution prototype.

    7. 7

      Present the team's proposed solution and engineering reasoning.

    Environmental Engineering Course dates and deadlines

    Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.

    First application wave

    22 February 2026

    The application fee increased after this date.

    Reference date

    Second application wave

    19 April 2026

    A later general application checkpoint.

    Reference date

    General admission deadline

    17 May 2026

    Final general admission date for the verified cycle.

    Reference date

    Session 1

    28 June-10 July 2026

    Two-week course session.

    Reference date

    Session 2

    12-24 July 2026

    Two-week course session.

    Reference date

    Session 3

    26 July-7 August 2026

    Listed in the 2026 course infosheet.

    Reference date

    Eligibility and requirements

    • Open to students in Grades 9-12.

    • Minimum 3.0 GPA or local equivalent.

    • Students entering high school in fall may apply.

    • Recent spring high school graduates may apply.

    • International students must demonstrate English proficiency.

    • Students must meet the Essential Eligibility Criteria.

    How much does Environmental Engineering Course cost?

    Program tuition

    $3,298; $5,998 — Commuter or residential tuition.

    Funding or discounts

    • Course supplement: $250 — Mandatory for Environmental Engineering.
    • Application fee: From $99 — Mandatory and nonrefundable.
    • Deposit: $600 — Paid during application to hold a place.
    • Alumni scholarship: $500 — Listed for the verified 2026 enrollment cycle.

    What's included

    Residential tuition includes lodging, all meals and the academic course., Residential tuition includes academic and weekend excursions., Commuter tuition includes lunch, the academic course and excursions., Commuter programming runs from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on weekdays.

    How to apply to Environmental Engineering Course

    1. 1

      Open the application portal and enter basic contact information.

    2. 2

      Confirm the verification email and sign in to the applicant dashboard.

    3. 3

      Create a new application and select UC San Diego, the session and Environmental Engineering.

    4. 4

      Choose residential or commuter tuition and enter the student's details.

    5. 5

      Complete the approximately 30-minute application with the student present.

    6. 6

      Pay the deposit and application fee before submitting.

    7. 7

      Complete any additional forms released after acceptance.

    What does Environmental Engineering Course cover?

    The program covers the following focus areas.

    Water systems

    Explore filtration, desalination, recycling and clean-water engineering.

    Air quality

    Investigate pollution, greenhouse gases and cleaner-air strategies.

    Waste and circular design

    Study waste reduction, upcycling and circular economy principles.

    Renewable infrastructure

    Connect renewable energy sources with sustainable infrastructure.

    Sustainability capstone

    Design, test and present a prototype addressing an environmental problem.

    Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.

    What is a typical day on Environmental Engineering Course?

    A typical day during the program.

    Academic course

    Students complete the selected academic course each weekday morning.

    Excursions and activities

    Academic excursions or recreational activities usually begin after lunch.

    College readiness

    Workshops or the True You personal-development curriculum follow afternoon activities.

    Residential evening

    Dinner, clubs and a 10:30 p.m. room check complete the residential day.

    Who teaches on Environmental Engineering Course?

    The course profiles Dr. Ramin Yazdi, whose background includes civil, environmental and mechanical engineering and research in environmental engineering and biofuels. Summer Springboard says its course faculty are recruited for subject expertise and their ability to engage and challenge students.

    Instructor assignments may vary by cycle.

    Where do students stay on Environmental Engineering Course?

    Residential plan

    • Suite-style housing: Students share a bedroom in a suite with common space and multiple bathrooms.
    • Meals and dietary support: All meals are included, with several dietary needs accommodated.
    • Residential support: Program staff live in the dorms and provide around-the-clock support.
    • Campus security: Access-controlled dorms, room keys and UCSD Police patrols support safety.

    Non-residential plan

    • Weekday attendance: Commuters receive lunch and attend programming from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
    • Excursion access: Academic excursions are included; weekend trips can be purchased separately.

    Suites are separated by gender, and bedrooms and bathrooms are shared.

    What happens after Environmental Engineering Course?

    After completing this program, participants often pursue:

    Use the capstone prototype as evidence of sustained subject exploration.

    Reflect on environmental engineering, sustainability and environmental science careers.

    Build experience discussing engineering choices and environmental impacts.

    Receive a completion certificate after finishing the program.

    Receive a professor-completed letter of recommendation.

    The program does not normally award college credit.

    Where does Environmental Engineering Course take place?

    The program takes place on the UC San Diego campus in San Diego, California, near a major center for earth and ocean science. Students use campus facilities while excursions and activities connect the academic experience with the wider city and local environment.

    Summer Springboard operates independently of UC San Diego.

    Environmental Engineering Course FAQs

    Students explore clean water, air pollution, greenhouse gases, renewable energy, waste reduction, circular design and sustainable urban systems.

    The course emphasizes experiments, building, prototype testing and field-based learning. Activities include examples such as constructing water filters, tracking air quality and testing solar-powered devices.

    Teams design, build and test a prototype that offers a sustainable solution to an environmental issue they select.

    There are nine three-hour academic sessions. Week one has morning classes Monday through Friday, while week two has morning classes Monday through Thursday plus additional Wednesday-afternoon academic time.

    No. Students can choose residential or commuter tuition, with different meal, accommodation, schedule and excursion inclusions.

    Residential students stay in gender-separated suites, sharing a bedroom and common space. Dorms include communal kitchens, laundry, Wi-Fi and access-controlled entry.

    The campus dining service can accommodate vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, kosher and halal diets, as well as specific food allergies.

    This program does not normally award college credit. Students receive a completion certificate and a professor-completed letter of recommendation.

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