Engineering EXPO is an opportunity for all students to get exposure to STEM fields and inspires the engineers of tomorrow!
Lottery registration for schools is now closed!
Engineering EXPO at the College of Engineering at the University of Wisconsin–Madison is a two-day exposition that encourages students of all ages to explore the fields of science and engineering. EXPO invites your class to join us for keynote presentations and demonstrations, competitions and a multitude of exhibits showcasing what engineering is all about. This year Engineering EXPO is free for all students and chaperones!
EXPO 2025 – focused on 6th to 8th graders
Day 1: Friday, April 11th from 9 am to 2 pm – Reserved for Schools
School reservation confirmation required for admittance
Day 2: Saturday, April 12th from 9 am to 2 pm – Open to the public
Free for all ages!
Engineering EXPO 2025 Schools Registration is now closed!
Please contact schools@engineeringexpo.wisc.edu with any questions.
The EXPO 2025 registration form for schools is now closed! Contact schools@engineeringexpo.wisc.edu with any questions. If you would like to enter the lottery system for EXPO 2026, fill out this form.
We hope to see you soon!
Checking in: The EXPO team and volunteers will be checking in schools on Friday morning. Teachers and chaperones will receive maps and directions on where to take their students upon arrival.
Lunches: The EXPO team is unable to provide lunch storage space outside; however, lunches can be stored in the Cheney Room of Engineering Hall (E-Hall). Additional lunch areas include the patio next to Cheney and the outside area in front of E-Hall. Please drop off your students’ lunches in Cheney in the morning. We recommend placing all lunches in a bin labeled with your school’s name to make them easier to find during your lunch period.
Injuries and lost students: The EXPO team has a medical table in front of Engineering Hall, where certified students will have first aid kits to tend to any minor injuries. Due to the volume of students at EXPO, we have set up a lost student table as part of the medical table. All EXPO team members will work together if a student is lost from their group or can not be accounted for. Teachers/chaperones should check the lost student table first if they realize they are missing a student in their group.
Construction Impact: While there is ongoing construction around campus, designated walkways and sidewalks will ensure students can safely move between buildings. Restricted areas will be clearly marked, and we encourage all attendees to follow posted signs and use the designated paths for a safe experience
This year our EXPO is focused on 6th to 8th graders.
Day 1: Friday, April 11th from 9 am to 2 pm – Reserved for schools
Day 2: Saturday, April 12th from 9 am to 2 pm – Open to the public
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Please contact us with any questions or concerns that you may have via email at schools@engineeringexpo.wisc.edu.
We hope to see you at Engineering EXPO!
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is there a cost to attend EXPO?
A: There is no cost to attend! We look to build a fun cultivating event for students! The only “cost” is we require schools to provide their own transportation and bring their own lunches for students.
Q: What time does EXPO start and end?
A: EXPO will start at 9 AM but schools may arrive at any time afterward. However, there is a strict departure time of 2 PM. Schools are welcome to leave before 2:00 PM, but not after.
Q: How many chaperones can we send?
A: The number of chaperones required will depend on the number of students coming from your school. This information will also be available on the Campus Visit Agreement, which was sent after your attendance was confirmed.
Q: Where should buses park?
A: Buses should drop off students on North Breese Terrace, just behind the Engineering campus.
- Bus parking: There will be no bus parking available on campus. We will send out recommended parking locations via email closer to the event.
- Construction impact: Due to ongoing construction on the Engineering campus, drop-off and parking details are subject to change. The EXPO team will keep you updated with the latest information.
Q: Will there be a place for us to keep our lunches?
A: Yes, lunches can be stored in the Cheney Room of E-Hall. Additional lunch areas include the patio next to Cheney and the outside area in front of E-Hall. Please drop off your students’ lunches in Cheney in the morning. We recommend placing all lunches in a bin labeled with your school’s name to make them easier to find during your lunch period.
Q: Are there any areas that are unsafe for children due to construction?
A: While there is ongoing construction around campus, there are designated walkways and sidewalks for children to safely walk from building to building. Restricted areas will be clearly marked, and we encourage all attendees to follow posted signs and use the designated paths to ensure a safe experience.
Q: Will the construction impact bus drop-off and pickup locations?
A: As of now, the construction on our campus should not impact bus drop-off locations. Buses should expect to drop students off along North Breese Terrace. Traffic will be directed by our staff volunteers during EXPO and we kindly ask that you and your bus drivers adhere to their instructions. Bus pick-up will be slightly impacted by construction as the outdoor space we typically have students gather, will not be available to us. We have organized indoor spaces designated for schools to gather prior to their bus pick-up time. More details will be provided as we get closer to EXPO but you should expect to be picked up along North Breese Terrace as well (much like the morning drop-off). As we are unable to predict what changes the construction may bring, we ask that you kindly be patient with us and we will update you with whatever information we receive.
Q: Who should I contact in a last-minute cancellation for my school?
A: It would be best to contact schools@engineeringexpo.wisc.edu about your circumstances so we are not concerned about a missing school.
Q: When can my school apply to be considered for the lottery?
A: The EXPO 2025 lottery registration form closed on midnight December 6th. NOTE: Entering your school in the lottery system does NOT guarantee attendance.
Q: When will my school be notified of the lottery results?
A: December 10th, 2024.
Please contact schools@engineeringexpo.wisc.edu if you have any questions.
EXPO will be open to the public for free on Saturday, April 12th and registration is not required!