1. Overview - College of Engineering, The University of Toledo
Rocket Engineering Prep Program (REPP) Scott C. Molitor, Ph.D. Associate Dean for Undergraduate Studies

2. REPP overview
Need to increase the participation and success of URM students in Engineering
Program will target 10th – 12th graders at TPS with interest in Engineering careers
Target students that could succeed in Engineering Science with assistance
Help students qualify for UT EN admission
Improve chances of success once enrolled

3. REPP organization Post-10th grade summer bridge program
Introduce EN careers and requirements
Improve grades in HS math and science
Prepare students for 11th grade & standardized tests
Post-11th grade summer bridge program
Prepare students for 12th grade courses
Prepare students for transition into college
Academic year programming during 11th & 12th grade
Summer after HS graduation
Successful students would enroll in UT courses
Others would have opportunity to enroll in summer bridge for liberal arts and sciences

4. Summer bridge program
17 rising juniors from TPS completed Summer 2016 bridge program
Have interest in Engineering but need assistance meeting Engineering admission standards
11 out of 17 participants are female
All but 2 from underrepresented populations
Will enter UT Engineering Fall 2018 if successful
Conducted directed explorations of Engineering disciplines and careers
Received supplemental instruction in math and writing

5. Academic year for 11th grade
Students taking college-preparatory curriculum
Continued supplemental math instruction using online program called ALEKS
Will begin using another online program for ACT test preparation
Progress is being regularly monitored
On campus meeting in Fall to discuss 1st quarter grades and 12th grade course schedules
On campus meeting in Spring to discuss college and financial aid applications, ACT testing
Will take their 1st ACT test at end of Spring

6. Beyond 11th grade
Post-11th grade summer program structure will focus on more ACT test prep and Engineering disciplines
12th grade enrollment in College Credit Plus courses as determined by student performance in 11th grade
Students can receive direct credit for UT courses
Bring students to UT campus for post 12th grade summer courses
Want REPP students at or above level of the remaining incoming Fall class of Engineering Science students
Full tuition & fee scholarship for successful program completion
Seeking funds to provide on campus housing
Will provide additional programming once enrolled at UT