New York Institute of Technology (NYIT) has opened registration for its annual career-oriented summer programs at campuses in New York City (Columbus Circle) and Long Island. The seven programs, known collectively as NYIT Academy, begin as early as July 9, with the last session ending on August 3. Sessions last between one and four weeks, depending on the program.

High school students who want to experience Manhattan as a college student can attend one of the following technology-focused summer programs. (Most grant college credit for successful completion.)

• Exploring Architecture in Manhattan (4 weeks; 3 college credits; NYIT School of Architecture and Design). Experience four weeks of architecture immersion, including studio design activities, field trips, and lectures.
• Graphic Design and 3-D Animation/Game Design (1-3 weeks; 1 credit per week; NYIT College of Arts and Sciences). This workshop will help you build your digital portfolio with projects in 3-D printing, photography, illustration, 3-D animation, and more.
• New York English Language Experience (2 or 4 weeks, NYIT English Language Institute). International high school or university students, spend up to four weeks learning English in New York City, with weekly topics like entertainment, food, or sustainability.
• Technology and Engineering Experience (2 weeks; 2 credits; NYIT School of Engineering and Computing Sciences). Explore coding, robotics, materials science, and other elements of careers in technology, engineering, and computer science (offered in both Manhattan and Long Island).

High school students who prefer Long Island can attend one or more of the following NYIT Academy summer programs:

• Health and Medical Academy (2 weeks; 2 credits; NYIT School of Health Professions and NYIT College of Osteopathic Medicine). Learn about various health-related careers by working in NYIT labs, attending interactive lectures, receiving CPR training, and going on field trips to New York City.
• Makers and Fabricators (2 weeks; 2 credits; NYIT School of Engineering and Computing Sciences). Take an idea from paper to assembly using metal, plastic, acrylic, wood, or other materials while growing your skill set in a safe environment.
• Technology and Engineering Experience (2 weeks; 2 credits; NYIT School of Engineering and Computing Sciences). Explore coding, robotics, materials science, and other elements of careers in technology, engineering, and computer science (offered in both Long Island and Manhattan).

NYIT offers bachelor’s, master’s, and professional degrees in applied, career-oriented fields, and faculty members involved in the annual summer programs are eager to introduce their fields to students aged 15-20. “Being engaged in a design studio culture to develop an architectural project is a great way to gauge your interest in the field,” said Clara Ha, adjunct faculty at NYIT School of Architecture and Design. Students in all NYIT Academy summer programs will have hands-on learning experiences as well as memorable cultural and social experiences.

For more information about NYIT Academy sessions, scholarships, and registration, visit nyit.edu/nyit_academy.

About NYIT

NYIT (New York Institute of Technology) offers 90 degree programs, including undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees, in more than 50 fields of study, including architecture and design; arts and sciences; education; engineering and computing sciences; health professions; management; and osteopathic medicine. A non-profit independent, private institution of higher education, NYIT has 10,000 students in programs and campuses in New York (Manhattan and Old Westbury, Long Island) and Arkansas as well as China, Canada, and the United Arab Emirates. NYIT sponsors 13 NCAA Division II programs.

NYIT is guided by its mission to provide career-oriented professional education, offer access to opportunity to all qualified students, and support applications-oriented research that benefits the larger world. More than 100,000 graduates have received degrees from NYIT. For more information, visit nyit.edu.

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