Launch Your Polytechnic Education!
Focused on applied and career-related experiences, UW-Stout's Polytechnic Launch Program introduces you to what it means to be part of a polytechnic university through hands-on learning, career exploration, and meaningful connections. You will explore campus, meet peers, and engage with industry professionals.
Participants are encouraged to live in the Polytechnic Launch Living Community in CKTO Hall.
Apply Now. Space Is Limited!
The UW-Stout Early Experience and its individual subprograms have participant caps, which are met on a first-come, first-served basis until filled. We encourage you to apply early.
Application Deadline: April 1
Program Requirements
- Must be admitted to UW-Stout as an incoming first-year student
- Must be enrolled or planning to enroll for the upcoming fall semester
- Commit to early move-in and actively participate in the one-week early start experience and academic year support*
- Interest in connecting with peers and campus resources
- Desire to learn about different and diverse backgrounds, cultures, experiences and student organizations
*Local commuter students who live within 40 miles of campus are eligible to apply.
Why Choose Polytechnic Launch?
- Connect with peers and explore career pathways.
- Participate in interactive and hands-on learning.
- Meet industry professionals and visit local businesses.
- Access career resources and employer networks early in your college experience.
Polytechnic Launch program is grounded in Stout's Polytechnic tenets of Applied Learning & Research, Business & Industry Collaboration, and Career-Focused Experiences.
Applied Learning & Research
Get hands-on learning right away! You will engage in interactive, lab-based environments and project-based learning during the program. It’s all about learning by doing and having fun while you do it.
Business & Industry Collaboration
Meet industry professionals and tour local businesses. You’ll start seeing how your interests connect to the world beyond campus and how UW-Stout helps you get there.
Career-Focused Experiences
Start shaping your career journey early. You’ll explore majors and career paths, connect with advisors, peer leaders, and learn about internships and co-ops. Plus, you’ll get introduced to UW-Stout’s career resources and employer network early on.