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SHAPE consists of two, three-week summer sessions. Students may attend one or both sessions.
The Application for Summer 2025 is closed.
Eligibility: All current high school students (freshmen to seniors) are eligible for the commuter option. Students who are 16 and above are eligible for the residential option.
We use the Columbia Graduate Engineering application system - if you see a Graduate Engineering header while looking for the application, don't worry! You are in the right place.
While filling out the application, please reference the "SHAPE Application Instructions" page. There are details here that will help you work through the other sections. If you are asked to fill out any information that does not apply to you (for example, you do not have a GPA), please estimate to the best of your ability. If you are unsure or want to clarify, please email [email protected].