Application Process
Eligibility
The T&M Program is open to freshmen 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)
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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Submit your online application and required essays.
Freshmen (Cohort 33): March - April
Applications open on March 2, 2026.
Admission offers and orientation details are sent to selected students.
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 late spring, followed by orientation events for admitted students.
For Freshmen (Cohort 33): Applications open March 2, 2026.
- Early action deadline: March 27
- Regular deadline: April 24