Who We Are

DUCA is a five-week, residential, summer computing program at Drexel University in Philadelphia, PA that promotes interest in information technology, computer science, business and digital arts & media. DUCA students do not focus on one specific area of computing. Rather, the program has a more holistic approach to education, exposing students to a variety of fields in computing through interactive, group projects.

What Students Explore:
  • Information Technology
  • Game Design I Game Development
  • Robotics
  • Computer Networking I Security
  • Social Media I Web Development
What Students Gain:
  • An authentic college experience
  • Critical thinking skills
  • Leadership skills
  • Friendship
  • Confidence

The program is open to current high school sophomores and juniors, with no residency requirements—students from anywhere in the U.S. may apply.

Students who successfully complete DUCA and subsequently enroll at Drexel University will receive a $3,000 renewable scholarship.

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Welcome to DUCA

DUCA Residential Life
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DUCA 2012
Sunday, June 24 - July 28, 2012

Deadline for Applications:
May 31, 2012

Testimonial

"Our daughter attended four very different summer programs at four different colleges. By far, the DUCA experience has taught her the most with regard to her future. DUCA developed her future plans, gave her an understanding of different concentrations within computing, iSchool offerings, as well as make her aware of the programs at Drexel which turn those plans into reality in the future. That makes it a worthwhile investment, indeed." - DUCA Parent



Contact DUCA
Phone: 215.895.2474 | Email: duca@drexel.edu