iCons
Integrated Concentration in STEM
The UMass iCons Program is a unique cohort-based certificate program whose mission is to inspire a diverse generation of leaders in science, technology, and business with the attitudes, knowledge, and skills needed to solve the inherently multi-faceted problems facing our world. The iCons program is open to first and second-year students in business and those with STEM-focused majors. If you have questions about your eligibility, please contact icons [at] cns [dot] umass [dot] edu (icons[at]cns[dot]umass[dot]edu).
iCons accepts 72 new students per cohort, which includes first and second-year students, and keeps a wait-list of applicants. Admission decisions are based primarily on answers to the essay questions on the application. Applicants may be asked to participate in a phone interview with a member of the volunteer iCons alumni recruitment committee.
The Director of iCons is Scott Auerbach, Adjunct Professor of Chemical Engineering and Professor of Chemistry.
In the spotlight
“The part I loved the most is that iCons is such a collaborative process of using science to tackle real-world problems with our professors and members of the public.”
Application information & deadlines
Application deadline
Acceptance notifications are sent in mid-November
Biomedical Engineering
From biomechanics to health care delivery, biomedical engineering students at UMass Amherst are revolutionizing the future of human health—and you can, too.
Mechanical Engineering
From developing innovative prosthetic limbs to advanced wind turbines, harness your creativity as a UMass Amherst mechanical engineering student.
Civil Engineering
From transportation and water systems to buildings and more, UMass Amherst Civil Engineering students protect natural resources and improve lives.
Electrical Engineering
Electrical Engineering students at UMass Amherst play a hands-on role in the future of technology in communication, health care, smart cities, and more.
Chemical Engineering
Chemical engineering students at UMass Amherst work diligently to develop new vaccines, discover alternative fuels, and create innovative materials.
Industrial Engineering
Industrial engineering students at UMass Amherst improve time and energy efficiency in production, lower cost and waste in supply chains, and pursue new ideas.
Computer Engineering
Computer engineering students at UMass Amherst are designing and programming everything from complex software systems to autonomous vehicles—and you can, too.