Engineering Challenge Camps are designed to help students learn the fun and exciting ways that engineering and computer science impact our lives through hands-on learning. Each camp features a theme that will help students build problem solving skill and to work better in groups. We have camps for Elementary, Middle and High School students.
Dates and themes for Engineering Challenge Camps 2026 will be announced in January. Registration will open on Monday, March 2 at 9:00 am on this website.
Elementary School Registration Middle/High School Registration
Note: We are unable to accept registrations or payments before this date. We encourage families to mark their calendars and register early, as spots fill quickly once registration begins.
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Have questions? Contact Statler-info@mail.wvu.edu or call 304-293-0399.
Elementary Engineering Challenge Camps
- Engineering Explorers introduces young students to the exciting world of engineering through hands-on activities and creative problem-solving. Campers will design, build, test, and improve their own creations while learning how engineers think and work. Through teamwork, experimentation, and guided challenges, students will explore how everyday problems can be solved using engineering concepts in a fun, supportive environment.
- Great for: curious builders and creative thinkers ready to discover engineering design.
- June 8-12, June 15-19, June 22-26
- Lower Elementary | 1st – 3rd Grades | 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM
- Upper Elementary | 4th – 5th Grades | 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Camp Information
- Cost of Camp: $250
- Limited financial aid available. Please register your child for camp first, then send an email to Statler-info@mail.wvu.edu to request the 2025 Scholarship Application.
- Camp registration is based on the grade your student will enter in the upcoming fall
- Limited to 30 campers per week
- Elementary campers are only permitted to attend one week of camp.
- A non-refundable $100 deposit must be paid within two weeks of completing registration to reserve your child’s spot at camp.
- Final, non-refundable payment is due two weeks prior to your first day of camp.
- Final camp agendas will be available at the beginning of May. Last year’s camp agendas are below.
Middle and High School Engineering Challenge Camps
- Engineering Our World challenges students to explore how engineering shapes the communities and systems we rely on every day. Working in teams, campers will investigate real-world engineering problems related to infrastructure, technology, and sustainability. Through hands-on design challenges, students will learn how different engineering systems work together and how thoughtful design can improve the world around us.
- Great for: problem-solvers who enjoy teamwork and big-picture thinking.
- June 22-26, July 6-10, July 13-17
- 6th - 8th Grades | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Engineering What Matters is a project-based camp focused on solving real-world problems through engineering design. Students will work in teams to identify a meaningful challenge, develop and test solutions, and create a final prototype or presentation. This capstone-style experience emphasizes critical thinking, collaboration, and innovation while giving students insight into engineering pathways and college-level problem solving.
- Great for: students ready to take on big challenges and explore engineering pathways.
- June 15-19
- 9th - 12th Grades | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Camp Information
- Cost of Camp: $425
- Limited financial aid available. Please register your child for camp first, then send an email to Statler-info@mail.wvu.edu to request the 2025 Scholarship Application.
- Camp registration is based on the grade your student will enter in the upcoming fall.
- Limited to 30 campers per week.
- Middle school campers are only permitted to attend one week of camp. High school campers are eligible to attend both weeks of camp.
- A non-refundable $200 deposit must be paid within two weeks of completing registration to reserve your child’s spot at camp.
- Final, non-refundable payment is due two weeks prior to your first day of camp.
- Final camp agendas will be available at the beginning of May. Last year’s camp agendas are below.
Mining & Explosives Virtual Camp
Looking for something fun to do at home this summer? Check out the WVU Statler College's FREE Mining and Explosives Camp! This free, virtual camp is a fun and informative way to learn about mining and explosives. Discover what mining engineers do and how it relates to other fields of engineering. Those registering for the camp will receive additional information in the weeks leading to the camp. Grab your computer or tablet and join us for a fun filled three days!
- WHO: Rising 6th - 12th graders
- WHERE: This camp is virtual! Experience mining engineering and explosives at home with interactive and engaging activities.
- WHEN: June 15-17. Two identical sessions will be offered. Session 1: 11 AM- 1 PM Session 2: 2 PM - 4PM
- Register here: https://wvu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_50dOO1Y6vm7yy2O
Questions? Email Dr. Amy McBrayer at Amy.McBrayer@mail.wvu.edu
Space Mining Virtual Camp
Already completed the Mining and Explosives Virtual Camp? Or would you like to learn more about mining in outer space? Join us for the WVU Statler College's FREE Space Mining Camp! This free, virtual camp is a fun and informative way to learn more about extraterrestrial resource utilization and careers in the minerals industry! Join us for one or both virtual camps the week of June 15. Those registering for the camp will receive additional information in the weeks leading to the camp. Grab your computer or tablet and join us for a fun filled two days!
- WHO: Rising6th - 12th graders
- WHERE: This camp is virtual! Experience mining engineering and explosives at home with interactive and engaging activities.
- WHEN: June 18-19. Two identical sessions will be offered. Session 1: 11 AM- 1 PM Session 2: 2 PM - 4PM
- Register here: https://wvu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5alS3xPR0NMJmlM
Questions? Email Dr. Amy McBrayer at Amy.McBrayer@mail.wvu.edu
Experience Mining Engineering
Dig deeper into the world of mining with this immersive, FREE, three-day camp designed for rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors. Discover how essential minerals make their way from the Earth to the products we use every day. This hands-on experience explores topics from modern surface mining to cutting-edge mineral processing and virtual underground mine exploration. Campers will have the opportunity to tour mining operations, unlock the science behind mineral extracting and processing, and discover careers in a high demand engineering discipline. For those travelling to Morgantown, lodging support will be available upon request. Registration is limited to 15 campers.
- WHO: Rising 10th - 12th graders
- WHERE: Spend three jam-packed days with Mining Engineering Faculty on campus at WVU. Explore laboratories, virtual and in-person mining environments, and learn about careers in mining engineering.
- WHEN: June 10-12 9 am- 4 pm.
- Register here: https://wvu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5tNYMzSsGDAkhBs
Questions? Email Dr. Amy McBrayer at Amy.McBrayer@mail.wvu.edu
