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Don and liz thompson mep program

Future engineers belong here. At Purdue University, the Don and Liz Thompson MEP Program helps you build community, develop skills and gain the confidence to turn your potential into opportunity.

Your Purdue journey starts here.

Part of the Purdue University Boilermaker Opportunity Program Plus, the Don and Liz Thompson MEP Program (MEP) supports future engineers long before move-in day, with summer programs for middle and high school students, application workshops for seniors and support that continues through enrollment.

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Meet the people behind MEP and the legacy they carry forward.
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Programs for Future Boilermakers

Curious about engineering? These programs are designed for middle and high school students who want opportunities to explore the engineering profession and gain hands-on experience of college life at Purdue.

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Programs for Admitted Boilermakers

Already admitted to Purdue Engineering in West Lafayette? These programs are designed specifically for you. Get a head start on academics, make connections before your first day and feel confident walking into your first year.

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