STEM Institute
The STEM Institute was established in 2009 to provide a transformative experience for scholars as they pursue their education with Dallas College, in preparation for university transfer and to fill a critical workforce need for prepared professionals in STEM fields.
The Institute has become a leader in STEM education, serving nearly 2,000 students annually. Whether you’re interested in computer science, construction, electronics, engineering, logistics, manufacturing, or anything else in the STEM world, we’ve got it covered. We also keep our programs current and relevant, so you’ll be ready to start a successful career in STEM.
Upcoming Events
National STEM Day
Nov. 7, 2025 | Richland Campus
Join Dallas College for a National STEM Day event on Friday, Nov. 8 at our Richland Campus as researchers from industry and academia lead STEM-related discussions and workshops.
STEM Fest
Spring 2026
Every spring, we come together to celebrate STEM fields and highlight their impact on our world.
Engineers Week
Feb. 15-21, 2026
Known as E-Week, this is a time to recognize and celebrate engineers and inspire future generations to pursue engineering careers. Dallas College will host events, including an engineering challenge.
Summer Camp
July 21 – July 24 | Mountain View Campus
July 28 – July 31 | El Centro Campus
Enjoy interactive STEM activities and network with like-minded professionals and students who have similar interests in STEM fields.
STEM Resources
STEM League
STEM League is an organization and community for students interested in STEM.
mINiTERN Program
The mINiTERN Program is an externship program administered by the STEM Institute open to DC students.
TAMU Engineering Academy
The Texas A&M Engineering Academy at Dallas College is a co-enrollment partnership between Dallas College and Texas A&M Engineering.
Undergraduate Research at Dallas College
UR@DC is geared towards students like you who are seeking next-level experiences as you progress towards a university or STEM career.
STEMInsight.org
Community website for all things STEM in NTX: occupation info pages, educational pathways, labor market information, events calendar and resources.
Dallas Noyce Scholars Program
A grant partnership between DC SOE and SOETMS and SMU to provide scholarship pathway to earn a double major in education and mathematics at SMU.
Summer Camps
Is game design your dream career? The Interactive Simulation and Game Technology program at Dallas College will give you the skills you need.
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STEM Playbook
Workshops centered around personal and professional development in STEM pathways and careers throough outside-the-classroom opportunities.
STEM Ambassadors
Serve as the campus president for the STEM League. They are your campus point of contact and share information about what's going on in the STEM League.
STEMCEL Chats
Career talks with industry professionals.
STEM Bridge Program
A free program for first-year students to Dallas College hosted by the Undergraduate Research at Dallas College (UR@DC) and the Richland Campus Abriendo Caminos program.
STEM Centers
Our STEM centers offer free tutoring assistance, advising, instruction, equipment, calculators, textbooks and other materials to help students study, complete projects or prepare for exams.
Additional STEM Resources
- STEMConnector.org
The external partner that provides professional development and industry opportunities - TexPREP
The Texas Pre-Freshman Engineering Program (TexPREP) is a summer enrichment program for middle and high school students in grades six through 10 who have demonstrated mathematical ability at school. - TSI Prep Program
This is the perfect bridge for first-year students coming to Dallas College. It's a free program designed to help incoming students with the TSI by reviewing exam content and test taking strategies. - BioMed Connect
Network of students and faculty at Dallas College who collaborate to curate and build resources for students seeking to pursue careers related to biomedical science and health professions.
Questions?
Email STEM@DallasCollege.edu