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TARGET: The Academy at Rutgers for Girls in Engineering and Technology

The program is an experience for students of all backgrounds and abilities to collectively discuss STEM, engage in activities utilizing the engineering design process, encourage one another in their pursuits and passions, and share their diverse experiences

Aisha Ciafullo, TARGET Program Coordinator

 

About TARGET

TARGET is a summer program designed for middle school and high school students to increase awareness and familiarize them with career opportunities within engineering. The program also seeks to eradicate the negative stereotypes commonly associated with women’s ability to pursue careers in math and science related fields.  

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The TARGET Program 

TARGET sessions are each one-week long and age-specific. Program leaders are School of Engineering student mentors and faculty members who facilitate workshops, hands-on activities, labs and projects for participants to learn more about the many different engineering disciplines.  

Sessions are held on the Busch campus from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.   

Transportation must be provided by the participant’s family. Lunch and two snacks are provided by Rutgers daily.  

The cost for the one-week TARGET program is $500. Sponsorship is available on a need basis upon acceptance into the program. 

TARGET is open to all qualifying students regardless of their sex, gender, or gender identity. 

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Summer 2025 Program Dates 

When selecting a TARGET program, please note classes are determined by current grade-level at the time of application. 

TARGET I (6th grade): June 23 - June 27

TARGET II (7th grade): June 30 - July 3 **

TARGET III (8th grade): July 7 - July 11

TARGET IV (9th grade): July 14 - July 18

TARGET V (10th grade): July 21 - July 25

TARGET VI (11th grade): July 7 - July 11

 **  Program fee (pro-rated for holiday during the week): $400 **

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Testimonials

Here's what some of our past participants have said about our TARGET program: 

6th Grader

“I loved this program so much. The counselors were amazing, nice, kind, and funny. I had so much fun with the projects and all my friends. I hope to return next year and I don't think you need to change anything.”  

7th Grader

“I liked the program very much and I would be more than happy to apply next year. I would absolutely recommend the program to a friend. I learned a lot from the program and it helped me think about my future because I learned about different engineering disciplines which was very good.” 

8th Grader

“I loved the fun and friends and how emphasis was put on encouraging girls in STEM.”

9th Grader

“I love the program every year as it refreshed my passion for the subject of engineering. TARGET also increases my confidence as I am reassured and inspired by the wonderful counselors.” 

10th Grader

“I enjoyed the hands on experience.” 

11th Grader

"What I liked most about this summer program is that I had the opportunity to work with a graduate mentor for research and was able to learn something new as well as spark interest in a possible major in my future endeavors." 

Contact Us

Aisha Ciafullo, Ed.M.

Email: target@soe.rutgers.edu

School of Engineering, Office of Student Access and Inclusion

98 Brett Road, Room B-110 
Piscataway, NJ 08854-8058 
Telephone: (848) 445-1396 
Fax: (732) 445-5878