Application Process

Eligibility

The T&M Program is open to sophomores majoring in:

Gies College of Business – all majors
The Grainger College of Engineering – all majors
Agricultural and Biological Engineering (College of ACES)
Chemical Engineering (College of LAS)

Note: Starting Spring 2026, freshmen in the above majors will be eligible to apply.

Application Timeline

Follow this timeline to stay on track through each stage of the Hoeft Technology & Management Program application process — from info sessions to final admission decisions.

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Sophomores (Cohort 32): November – early December

Freshmen (Cohort 33): January - February

Submit your online application and required essays.

Sophomores (Cohort 32): December - February
Applications open on December 15, 2025.

Freshmen (Cohort 33): March - April
Applications open on March 2, 2026.

Admission offers and orientation details are sent to selected students.

Sophomores (Cohort 32): March – early April

Freshmen (Cohort 33): Late May

Selection criteria

We look for students who:

Can balance 22 additional credit hours of rigorous coursework
Show strong commitment, curiosity, and interpersonal skills
Demonstrate a genuine interest in collaboration across disciplines
Understand the demands and structure of the T&M Program

How to apply

You'll complete an online application that includes:

Short essays about academic background, extracurricular involvement, and career goals
A statement explaining why you want to join the T&M Program

Final decisions are announced in early spring, followed by orientation events for admitted students.

For Sophomores (Cohort 32): Applications open December 15, 2025.
For Freshmen (Cohort 33): Applications open March 2, 2026.