This program is administered by the Missouri Department of Transportation (MoDOT) and funded by the Federal Highway Administration.

Students who attended the 2024 National Summer Transportation Institute learned about science, engineering and transportation. The week-long residential summer camp was held on the Missouri S&T campus from July 21-26, 2024. Activities included hands-on labs, field trips and presentations by professionals working in transportation related fields.

Who can apply?

Rising 10th–12th graders. Limited to 20 students.

     When is the program?

     TBD for 2025

How much does it cost?

Registration is free of Charge.

 

Experience Innovation in Transportation

Engage in interactive sessions at various laboratories on campus like

  • Driving Simulations.
  • Flying and climbing robot showcases for remote bridge inspection.
  • Augmented/virtual reality and haptic sensing for immersive inspection experience.
  • Lego bridge competition
  • Wind loading on bridge

 

Get Ready for Fun: Our Recreational Activities Await!

  • Competitive games
  • Campus scavenger hunt, ice cream night
  • In-class scientific projects including:
    • Eiffel tower construction.
    • Hanging in duct tape.
    • Balsa bridge glider.
    • Egg drop and paper tower competition.

 

National Museum of Transportation, St. Louis

Explore iconic ground transportation history in a single day at the National Museum of Transportation, St. Louis.

Drones Demo & Training

Learn about drone piloting for intelligent bridge inspections.

S&T Infrastructure Tour

Experience modern land transportation innovation firsthand in a concise half-day tour of S&T facilities.