Application & FAQ
Everything you need to apply, and answers to what students and parents ask most.
Application checklist
Review application requirements
Preview the entire application here before you begin. It includes program selection, short-answer questions, and a space to list your references. All applicants are highly encouraged to attend an info session (information below).
Submit your application
You can save your progress by creating a Jotform account, or by clicking “Skip Create an Account” and entering your email — Jotform then sends you a unique application link, saved for 2 months.
Attend your student interview
Once a completed application is submitted, BlueStamp reaches out to applicants who qualify for the student interview. One parent or guardian must join the student during the interview.
Receive an admission decision
BlueStamp aims to give admission decisions within 7–10 days of receiving a completed application. Request an update at any time by emailing admissions@bluestampengineering.com.
Admitted student checklist
Submit enrollment confirmation
If accepted, you will receive an email with instructions on how to confirm your attendance. A $1,000 deposit is due to secure your spot, unless alternative arrangements or need-based financial aid have been made.
Select your project
In the spring, all confirmed students receive access to the latest project book. Before your program starts, a lead instructor will schedule your project selection meeting.
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Program FAQ
How old do I need to be to apply?
We invite current and incoming high school students of all experience levels to apply to our program.
We also invite middle school students to our in-person program. Regardless of age, admissions standards are the same across the board.
What is the student-to-staff ratio?
The student-to-staff ratio is 4:1, and instructors come from electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, and computer science backgrounds.
Are there any residential options?
In-person BlueStamp Engineering does not offer housing. Students attend either the morning session (8:30am–12:30pm) or afternoon session (1:00pm–5:00pm). Past students who didn't live near a BlueStamp location have stayed with relatives, or rented a dorm or apartment for the summer.
Lunch is not provided, but there is pizza every Friday.
How much does the program cost? Is there financial aid?
In-person in San Jose is $5,300 for high schoolers and $2,700 for middle schoolers. The remote program is $2,500 from anywhere in the world. BSE Foundations is $400, and one-on-one online tutoring is $100 per hour.
All parts, tools, equipment, and instruction for our summer programs are included, with the exception of postage for international remote students and parts for online one-on-one tutoring. All parts students receive and projects they make are theirs to keep.
BlueStamp Engineering offers need-based financial aid to those who qualify and are accepted into the program.
I can't attend the whole session. What are my options?
With prior approval, you can attend full days (AM + PM sessions) to make up missed time, or apply to attend a portion of the program (e.g. 3–5 weeks). For shorter programs, tuition is typically prorated.
Note on your application if you would like a custom schedule, and if admitted we will work with you to make it happen.
What happens after I attend the program?
Once you've attended BSE, you are always part of our family, and we welcome you to apply to our more advanced second-year program. We also write letters of recommendation for colleges and can put you in contact with guest speakers.
Are there employment opportunities with BSE?
Yes! We invite former students to apply for junior instructor positions while still in high school, or instructor positions after graduation. Visit our Jobs page to learn more.
Want to learn more?
Attend an online information session to learn more about BlueStamp's programs and get your questions answered live. Can't make it? Email info@bluestampengineering.com for a copy of the presentation.
Next info session: Nov 3, 2027