Summer 2024

Join us at Kent State University's Kent Campus in Ohio from May 28th to June 30th, 2024, for an immersive 5-week summer program tailored for undergraduate and graduate students across Northeast Ohio (NEO). This dynamic program offers the opportunity to earn up to 6 credits, opening doors to exciting educational and career pathways. Whether you opt for residential or commuter options, dive into a summer of learning and growth!

Thanks to the generous support of Intel Corporation, full scholarships are available for both residential and commuter students.

Ideal for students in diverse fields such as Chemistry, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and more, this program aligns with various career paths. With Intel's presence in Ohio driving growth in the semiconductor industry, there's a high demand for workers in critical areas such as research and development, equipment design, and quality assurance.

Whether you're a budding technician, engineer, or science enthusiast, this program welcomes applicants from all disciplines. Join us on this journey fueled by curiosity and dedication to excellence in the semiconductor realm!

What to Expect!

Embark on an unforgettable educational journey this summer with our immersive program at Kent State University's Kent Campus! Here's a glimpse of what awaits you:

Engaging Lecture Courses (Choose from Track 1 or Track 2)
Interactive Lab Course Experience
Hands-On Training Sessions
Insightful Guest Speakers from Industry
Networking Opportunities with Industry Professionals and Local Businesses
Direct Engagement with Intel Employees
Exciting Tours of Local Companies
Development of Professional Skills
Final Capstone Project to Showcase Your Expertise

Explore Summer Courses


Course (s) Name	Total Credits	Course #	Listed Under	Days	Time	Prerequisites	Corequisites	Syllabus
Introduction to Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology (Lecture)	3	EERT - 22095 - 802	Trumbull	MTWThF	9:30 - 11:15 AM	No	No	Introduction to Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology (Lecture)
Semiconductor Manufacturing and Processing (Lecture)	3	ENGT - 33095 - 800	Tuscarawas	MTWThF	9:30 - 11:15 AM	Chemistry I, Physics II, Calculus I	Introduction to Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology (EERT - 22095 - 802) OR Semiconductor Manufacturing and Processing	Semiconductor Manufacturing and Processing (Lecture)
Cleanroom-Based Semiconductor Fabrication (Lab)	3	EERT - 22095 - 800	Trumbull	MTWThF	1:30 - 3:15 PM	No	Yes	Cleanroom-Based Semiconductor Fabrication (Lab)

Customize Your Summer Program

Select your preferred program option from the choices below and transform your summer into a rewarding educational experience!

FOR UNDERGRADUATE

Option	Total Courses	Course (s) Included	Total Credits	Days	Time
Option 1	2	Introduction to Semiconductor and Cleanroom (Lecture)	6	MWTThF	9:30-11:15 AM
Option 1	2	Cleanroom-Based Semiconductor Fabrication (Lab)	6	MWTThF	1:30 - 3:15 PM
Option 2	2	Semiconductor Manufacturing and Processing (Lecture)	6	MWTThF	9:30 - 11:15 AM
Option 2	2	Cleanroom-Based Semiconductor Fabrication (Lab)	6	MWTThF	1:30 - 3:15 PM
Option 3	1	Introduction to Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology (Lecture)	3	MWTThF	9:30 - 11:15 AM
Option 4	1	Semiconductor Manufacturing and Processing (Lecture)	3	MWTThF	9:30 - 11:15 AM

FOR GRADUATE

Option	Total Courses	Course (s) Included	Total Credits	Days	Time
Option 5	2	Semiconductor Manufacturing and Processing (Lecture)	6	MWTThF	9:30 - 11:15 AM
Option 5	2	Cleanroom-Based Semiconductor Fabrication (Lab)	6	MWTThF	9:30 - 11:15 AM
Option 6	1	Semiconductor Manufacturing and Processing (Lecture)	3	MWTThF	9:30 - 11:15 AM

IMPORTANT NOTES:

To enroll in Cleanroom-Based Semiconductor Fabrication, you MUST simultaneously enroll in either Introduction to Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology OR Semiconductor Manufacturing and Processing; the lecture course is a CO-REQUISITE.
You CANNOT take the Cleanroom-Based Semiconductor Fabrication course without one of the lecture courses.
You CANNOT take BOTH Introduction to Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology AND Semiconductor Manufacturing and Processing. Only select ONE of these.
Semiconductor Manufacturing and Processing Course has PREREQUISITES that MUST be met before enrollment.

Tuition before Scholarship (Calculate for reference only) - Full Scholarships AVAILABLE!

Check out our tuition and fees information for the base costs of our courses. However, our goal is to provide each student with a 100% tuition scholarship. Every applicant will automatically be considered for a scholarship by submitting the Application and Scholarship Request Form .

Student Type	Student type that applies to you
Semester Started (KSU students only)	Select Semester in which you started at KSU
Campus	Depends on the program track option you choose, check "Explore Summer Program 2025" table
Course Division	22095 courses, use LOWER DIVISION rates 11000 courses, use LOWER DIVISION rates 33095 courses, use UPPER DIVISION rates 74495 courses, use UPPER DIVISION rates

Total Cost and Scholarships

PROGRAM EXPENSES SCHOLARSHIP OPTIONS

PROGRAM	COST				SCHOLARSHIP OPTIONS
	TUITION	HOUSING	DINING	PARKING	RESIDENTIAL	COMMUTER	PARTIAL SCHOLARSHIP
	*The rate will vary based on each student's main program of study, state of residence, year of enrollment, and course level of course for which student is registering.
	IMPORTANT:
	Undergraduates: Use REGIONAL CAMPUS RATE
	Graduate: Use MAIN CAMPUS RATE
	to determine the tuition rate before scholarship is applied!
Option 1	Click here to determine your rate	$	$	$	Tuition + $	Tuition Only	Contact semiconductoredpath@kent.edu to discuss a partial scholarship
Option 2	Click here to determine your rate	$	$	$	Tuition + $	Tuition Only
Option 3	Click here to determine your rate	N/A	N/A	$	N/A	Tuition Only
Option 4	Click here to determine your rate	N/A	N/A	$	N/A	Tuition Only
Option 5	Click here to determine your rate	N/A	N/A	$	N/A	Tuition Only
Option 6	Click here to determine your rate	$	$	$	Tuition + $	Tuition Only

Congratulations on Your Acceptance! Here are Your Next Steps:

Congratulations on your acceptance into the program! We're thrilled to have you join us on this exciting journey. Here are the next steps to get started.

1.Confirm your participation in the summer program by emailing semiconductoredpath@kent.edu.

To complete your participation confirmation, please provide the following information:

Banner ID#: for KSU students
@ksu.edu Email Address: for KSU students
Your home institution for KSU guest students
Program Option Confirmation: Please confirm the program option you have selected.
Scholarship Need Confirmation: Indicate any scholarship needs you have (tuition, housing, dining, parking). You do not have to indicate amounts, only the category (ies).
Concerns and Contact Preference: If you have any concerns or would like someone to discuss your concerns with you, please let us know and provide a preferred contact number.

We must receive your confirmation so we can inform the Financial, Billing and Enrollment Center to apply the scholarship to your account and Residence Life to assign summer housing for you upon submission of your housing application.

Note for guest students: Prior to applying for summer housing, you must apply and be admitted to Kent State as a guest/transient student and receive a Banner/KSU ID number and a Kent State email address.

2.Apply for Admission to KSU (GUEST STUDENTS ONLY)

Prior to applying for summer housing, you must apply and be admitted to Kent State as a guest/transient student.

Send your Banner ID# and KSU email to semiconductoredpath@kent.edu.

Once admitted, you can access the Summer Housing Application.

Note: If you encounter 'permission' issues, log in to Google using your Kent State email and password.

3.Register for Summer Courses (ALL STUDENTS)

Be sure to register for each course that you were accepted to participate in.

4.Apply for Housing (STUDENTS WHO PLAN TO LIVE ON CAMPUS)

Access the application at www.kent.edu/housing/summer-housing.

Make sure you are logged in to Google with your Kent State Credentials. If you receive a permission message, it means you are not logged in to Google with your KSU credentials.

5.Apply for Dining Plan (STUDENTS WHO PLAN TO LIVE ON CAMPUS)

More details coming soon.

6.Apply for Parking Permit

More details coming soon.

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*This summer program are designed and delivered by KSU and Ohio TechNet, a consortium of academic and industry partners.

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