ECAP Students

About ECAP

The Engineering Career Awareness Program (ECAP) is designed to support students with significant financial need, particularly those who are the first in their families to attend college. The program also welcomes students from geographic areas that are less well-represented at the University. ECAP offers financial assistance and provides a three-week summer bridge program to help students transition smoothly into university life. Students receive continuous support and resources throughout their academic careers, including access to mentorship, professional development, and career guidance. ECAP students become part of a tight-knit community, gaining the tools and encouragement they need to overcome challenges, thrive in their studies, and succeed in their future careers as engineers.

ECAP offers scholarships to students based on financial need, as determined by the FAFSA, along with academic leadership and potential. These scholarships help cover tuition, fees, books, and room and board, providing essential financial support to help students succeed in their engineering studies. The scholarships are renewable for up to four years, provided the student meets the University’s requirements for academic progress.

Contact Us

Thomas Carter III
Assistant Dean, Student Services and Student Affairs
Office of the Dean
Office: ENGR 320
Phone: (479) 575-5009
E-mail: tic@uark.edu

Patrice Storey
Assistant Director of Community and Engagement
Office: ENGR 319
Phone: (479) 575-4344
E-mail: patrices@uark.edu

  • Internship Opportunities

    ECAP students are required to participate in extra-curricular activities every summer, including internships. Some of the places that ECAP students have interned include Walmart, Murphy Oil, Tyson Foods, JB Hunt, Honeywell, and Conoco-Phillips.

  • Study Abroad

    ECAP students are also encouraged to study abroad. Studying abroad allows students to broaden their professional network and develop academically. Costa Rica and Germany are just a couple of the many countries that have been visited by ECAP students.

  • Research

    Students who choose to do undergraduate research are supported by the ECAP program. Past research projects done by ECAP students include radio frequency identification, stream preservation, biodiesel fuel, and concrete damage prevention.