Summer
Programs & Opportunities
As summer programs & opportunities become available, they will be added to this page
***Opportunities with no designated deadlines are listed first in alphabetical order
followed by additional opportunities organized by most current deadlines
Opportunities in Alphabetical Order with no Designated
Deadline
Abbey Road Programs
Grades 9 – 12
Rolling Admissions
- These summer abroad opportunities are for
students who are interested in traveling to places such as Spain, France, and
Greece. Students will experience cultural immersion, community service, and be
able to study foreign cultures. Fees vary depending upon program and may range
upward of $8,000. For more information and to apply, please visit:
http://www.goabbeyroad.com/.
Added: 02/10/12
Adelphi University, High School and Pre-College Intensive
Programs
Grades 9 – 12
Please visit website for information on this
year’s deadlines
-The Pre-College Intensive Programs run during the
summer of 2012.
Areas available to pursue are performing arts,
health professions, and business. Students may seek a residential program to
experience living on campus or commute. There is also opportunity to earn
college credits towards Adelphi University. The High School Program is offered
to 11 – 12 grade students and provides an opportunity to take college courses
during the academic school year and attend conferences and workshops. For more
information including fees and an application, please visit:
http://academics.adelphi.edu/hsp/precollege/.
Added: 01/06/12
Alfred University Summer Programs for High School
Students
Grades 9 – 12, depending upon individual programs
Please visit website listed below regarding
deadlines
- Opportunities are available in astronomy, art
portfolio prep, creative writing, consumer chemistry, computer engineering,
robotics engineering, engineering the elements, entrepreneurship, equestrian,
theater, and swimming. This summer opportunity gives students a chance to
explore subjects of interest while living on campus. The programs are conducted
by faculty members. Fees vary per individual programs. For questions regarding
particular summer programs, please email:
summerpro@alfred.edu.
For more information and to apply, please visit:
http://www.alfred.edu/summer/hs.cfm.
Added: 01/06/12
American Collegiate Adventures (ACA) Pre-College Programs
for High School Students
Age eligibility varies depending upon individual
programs
Please visit website below regarding deadlines for
individual programs
- 2012 summer camp programs will be held in the
following locations: the University of Wisconsin, Boston University, Pepperdine
University , the University of Seville (in Spain), the Istituto Europeo (in
Italy) the International College of Barcelona (in Spain), the University College
London (in England), and the Costa Rican Language Academy. The programs offered
may include college credit and will offer students an opportunity for cultural &
language immersion along with community service. For information on individual
programs, fees, dates, and further details, please visit:
www.acasummer.com.
Added: 01/06/12
American Institute for Foreign Study (AIFS) Summer Programs
Please see individual programs for more information regarding deadlines
and age eligibility
- Study abroad opportunities are available in 19 countries. Some of these
locations include: Austria, Germany, Australia, France, Italy, Spain, and
Russia. Fees vary per program. For more information and to apply, please visit:
http://www.aifsabroad.com/.
Added: 01/06/12
American University College Programs for High School Students
Community of Scholars Program: rising 11 - 12 grade students may apply;
Discover of World of Communication: grades 9 – 12 may apply
Deadline: please visit website below
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American University offers summer programs in which students can
pursue their interests in communication, international studies, and politics.
Students with a B average or higher may enroll as non-degree students in summer
session courses at the 100 or 200 level.
The Community of Scholars Program: offers students the chance to take a 3
credit course to advance their interests in international conflict resolution,
U.S. foreign policy, and global health and environmental politics. This program
is offered as a 3 week non-residential program and as a 4 week online/on-campus
format. The Discover the World of
Communication Program: students will engage in various activities, field
trips, guest speakers, and events. The 2012 summer sessions will be available
with dates in June and July. For more information on these opportunities and to
apply, please visit:
http://www.american.edu/provost/registrar/summer/collegeprogforhighschool.cfm.
Added: 01/20/12
The American Youth Leadership Program
Please visit website for grade eligibility and
deadlines
- Students will have an opportunity to participate in any of the following: the
Youth Ambassadors, Benjamin Franklin Summer Institute, Youth Leadership, or
American Youth Leadership Programs. These are three to four week long exchange
programs which provide students the opportunity to gain first-hand knowledge of
foreign cultures. The programs are organized for students to be involved in
collaborating on solving global issues, dialogue and debate, leadership
development, and community service. For more information and to apply, please
visit:
http://exchanges.state.gov/youth/programs/ylp/current-youth-leaderships-programs.html.
Added: 12/02/11
Appalachian Mountain Club (AMC) Teen Volunteer Trail Crew
Ages 15+
Programs run: June – August 2012
See website for availabilities within individual
programs
- This is an opportunity for students to camp,
hike, and participate in various outdoor projects and activities. One to four
week crews are available in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Maine. Fees vary
depending upon program. For more information and to apply, please visit:
http://www.outdoors.org/conservation/trails/volunteer/trailopps/vol-crews-variety.cfm.
Added: 01/06/12
The Young Artist Residency Program (YAR) at The Art Institute of
Boston (AIB) at Lesley University
Rising juniors and seniors may apply
Please visit website below to contact the Office of Extended Programs
regarding an application deadline
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This is an opportunity for students to live on campus while
attending a 4 week summer art and design program. Interested students will be
able to select from over 60 courses in the areas of: artistry, design,
technology, and professions in the visual arts while receiving 6 college
credits. The program runs from July 1 – July 27, 2012. For more information
including tuition, fees, schedules, and how to apply, please visit:
http://www.lesley.edu/aib/curriculum/yar_program.html.
Added: 01/20/12
ASA Summerfuel Summer Programs 2012
Grades 9 - 12
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, see
below.
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Enrichment, leadership, and college experience programs are available to
Harvard, UC Berkley, U Mass-Amherst, Stanford, Yale, Columbia, Tufts, Oxford,
Spain, France, and Italy. Program costs start at $4,000. Applications are
reviewed on a rolling basis. There is no specific deadline, but an admission is
based upon availability the closer it comes to an individual program’s
timeframe. You must submit a $1,500 deposit with the application. For
applications submitted between April 2nd and May 14th, 50% of tuition fee is
required with the application. Applications submitted May 15th and after must
include full payment, refundable only if you are not accepted to the program.
For more information and to apply, please visit:
http://www.summerfuel.com/.
Added:
12/02/11
Banson NYC, NYC Fashion Summer Camps for High School
Students
Grades 9 – 12
Please visit website listed below for information
on application deadlines
- Two NYC Fashion Summer Camps are going to be offered to students. Session A
is: June 24 – June 30, 2012. Session B is: July 15 – July 21, 2012. Each
week-long session focuses upon the fundamentals of the fashion industry.
Students will attend seminars, lectures, participate in an educational shopping
trip, visit a current fashion exhibit at a NYC museum, attend an information
session at a NYC fashion college, etc… Students will stay at the LIM college
dorms on the Upper East Side. The camps will run from 9 AM – 5 PM, Monday
through Friday. Applications are accepted on a first come, first served basis.
The cost is $1,875 per student or $1,699 per student if you register with a
friend. For more information and to apply, please visit:
www.bansonnyc.org.
Added: 11/18/11
11th Annual Bruce Beck & Ian Eagle Sports Broadcasting Camp presented
by MSG Varsity
Students ages 13+ may apply
No deadline specified, please visit website below
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The camp will be held at Yogi Berra Museum & Learning Center in Little Falls,
New Jersey from July 9 – July 13, 2012. This is an opportunity for students to
learn about sports broadcasting. Students will be exposed to the following:
sideline reporting, sports show hosting, women in sports broadcasting, sports
anchoring, on-camera exercises and critiques, using a teleprompter, preparing
for the game, radio and TV play-by-play, Giants Stadium facilities/broadcast
booth/press box operations tour, Izod Center tour, sports talk radio hosting &
producing, art of interviewing coaches & athletes, etc… Tuition is $695. For
more information including meals, transportation, housing, equipment needed,
facilities, refund policy, and to apply, please visit:
http://www.sportsbroadcastingcamp.com/index.php.
Added: 03/05/12
Boston College Summer Experience Program
Grade 11
Deadline: Apply ASAP, program fills quickly
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This is a six week program from June 25 – August 3, 2012.
Students have an opportunity to take college courses, earn college credit, live
in a residence hall, and explore Boston College’s campus and amenities. Eligible
students must be current juniors who are highly motivated, socially mature, and
can demonstrate academic strength. Course offerings are in the following areas:
Biology, Communications, Economics, English, Tradition of English & American
Literature, Geology & Geophysics, History, Languages & Literature, French,
Spanish, Mathematics, Philosophy, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, and
Theology. For more information including course descriptions, fees, and an
application, please visit:
http://www.bc.edu/content/bc/schools/summer/bce.html.
Added: 02/10/12
Boston University Pre-College &Youth
Summer Programs
Grades 9 – 12
Deadlines vary per individual program
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Boston University hosts 23
different programs with a wide range of interests. The general areas are in
academics and arts. Some of the programs include: High School Honors Program,
Mathematics, Math/Science, Reading, Summer Theatre Institute, Academy of Media
Production, and Summer Theatre Institute. For more information on individual
programs including deadlines and applications, please visit:
http://www.bu.edu/mysummer/.
Added: 12/23/11
Boston University Summer Challenge
Program
Grades 10 – 12
Deadline: Rolling Admissions, but apply in advance to increase
opportunity of being selected
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This is an opportunity to explore
various interests and subjects not offered in high school. The Summer Challenge
Program is a two-week residential program in which students will live on campus.
Students have the opportunity to select two of the following seminars: Abnormal
Psychology, Business, Chemistry of Medicine, Creative Writing, Electrical &
Computer Engineering, International Politics, Journalism, Nutrition, Visual
Arts, Economics, History of Boston, Law, Infectious Diseases, Mass
Communication, Persuasive Writing, or Topics in Philosophy. Students will
participate in lectures, discussions, individual and group work, field trips,
etc… The Program cost is $3360. For
more information including the application and dates, please visit:
http://www.bu.edu/summer/high-school-programs/summer-challenge/.
Added: 12/23/11
Broadreach’s Academic Trecks Summer Adventure Programs for Teenagers
See website for age and deadline requirements
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Courses are offered in marine science, language immersion, and community service
& environmental studies as students travel to various places throughout the
world. Tuition ranges from $4,000 - $8,000.
For more information, please visit:
http://www.academictreks.com/.
Added: 01/20/12
Brown University Pre-College Programs
Grades 9 – 12 (vary per program)
Dates and deadlines vary per program
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Summer opportunities at Brown University.
Brown University offers a variety of programs for 9
- 12 grade students (please see specific programs for age eligibility, dates,
and details). Programs include: Environmental Leadership in Hawaii, Summer
Pre-College courses, Summer Session Credit Courses, Online Courses, Brown
Leadership Institute, Brown Environmental Leadership Lab, Intensive English
Language, TheatreBridge, & the Scholar-Athlete Program. For more information
including fees, dates, and applications, please visit:
http://brown.edu/ce/pre-college/.
Added: 01/06/12
Brown University Pre-College Programs: Online Courses for High
School Students
View website for registration deadlines
- Students interested in science, math, engineering, medicine, and
history, please view online courses listed below. Students may take online
courses during the spring, summer, or fall. This is an opportunity to experience
college level courses while still being in high school. Students will be able to
take advantage of class simulations, virtual interviews, and lab exercises. Five
new courses being offered are: Body at Work: Anatomy, Physiology, & Disease; DNA
Science: Forensics, Food, & Medicine; Lessons in Leadership: What History’s
Great Leaders Can Teach Us Today; So You Want to be a Doctor; Exploring
Engineering: Problem Solving in Biotech, Nanotech, & Renewable Energy. For more
information including fees, please visit:
http://onlinecourselearning.com/brown/.
Added: 01/06/12
The CAP 21 Conservatory Summer Comprehensive in Musical Theatre
Performance
Grades 11 & 12
Deadline: see audition dates below
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Summer pre-college musical theatre training program
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Students must demonstrate a desire for comprehensive training in acting,
singing, and dance. CAP21 accepts on a rolling admission basis. The program
fills early, so students are encouraged to audition and apply ASAP. Students
must complete and submit an application as well as audition. The application
must be sent in before the audition date. You must call and schedule an audition
at any point during the application process. The application process includes:
application form, current headshot and resume, 2 letters of recommendation, $50
application fee (non-refundable), and an audition via DVD or in person. Audition
dates for 2012 are: 1/28, 02/11, 02/19, 03/08, 03/17, 03/25, and 03/27. For more
information and to apply, please visit:
http://www.cap21.org/cap21/conservatory/summer-precollege/SPC_Adm/.
Added: 11/04/11
Carnegie Mellon Summer Pre-College Programs
Rising juniors & seniors may apply
No deadline listed, please visit website below
- Pre-College Program Preview Day
is March 25, 2012 for interested students to learn about these summer
opportunities:
http://www.cmu.edu/enrollment/pre-college/parents-preview.html. These
opportunities will run from June 30 – August 10, 2012. Six pre-college programs
are offered in the areas of: architecture, art & design, drama, music or the
National High School Game Academy. The Advance Placement/Early Admission (AP/EA)
is also available. This is a credit-bearing summer program for students
interested in taking Carnegie Mellon classes for college credit. For tuition
information, program details, and applications, please visit:
http://www.cmu.edu/enrollment/pre-college/.
Added: 02/17/12
Centenary College’s Academically Talented Youth Program
Grades 11 & 12
Please see contact information below regarding
deadline
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This is an opportunity for high
school students to earn college credits. Interested students must have a minimum
of a 3.0 GPA. Online and accelerated classes are not included with this program.
Summer session course offerings include: Art, Biology, Business, Chemistry,
Criminal Justice, English, Mathematics, Philosophy, Physical Science, Sociology,
Psychology, and Religion. Tuition is $75 per credit, plus class fees and
textbooks. For more information and to apply, please contact: Jennilee Joost,
Transfer/Par-time Admissions Counselor at: 908-852-1400 ext. 2259 or by email
at:
joostj@centenarycollege.edu.
Added: 01/27/12
Choate Rosemary Hall Summer Programs (Wallingford, CT)
Grades: 9 – 12
See website regarding deadlines
- Two to five week summer
programs are offered for students in areas such as: government, math & science
workshops, writing workshops, theater arts, documentary filmmaking, English
language, and in specialized academic enrichment. Students may also have the
opportunity to select a study abroad program. Fees range from $2,650 to $7,000
depending upon the program. There is a non-refundable application fee. Financial
aid opportunities are also available. For more information and to apply, please
visit:
www.choate.edu/summerprograms. Added: 11/18/11
The College of William &
Mary Pre-College Summer Programs
Grades 9 – 12 (varies per individual program)
Deadline: Please visit website for information
- The College of William & Mary offers various summer
programs to high school aged students.
Summer Sessions: is an opportunity to take full-credit courses during the
summer with college aged students. The
Pre-Collegiate Summer Program in Early American History: is a four credit
academic program in which students will be able to explore colonial,
revolutionary, and Civil War sites. The
Science Training and Research Program (STAR): is a four week residential
program in which students will have the opportunity to learn about cutting edge
research and technology. The Virginia
Shakespeare Festival’s Young Shakespeare Camps: is an opportunity for
students to explore Shakespeare while learning about the choreography of stage
combat and the demands of period costuming. Students will be able to perform an
abridged version of a Shakespeare comedy. For more information on these
opportunities including dates, fees, and applications, please visit:
http://www.wm.edu/academics/precollege/index.php.
Added: 12/23/11
Columbia University Summer Programs for High School
Students
Grades 9 - 12
depending upon individual program
No deadlines specified, please visit site below
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Students interested in experiencing college life, Columbia University offers a
NYC summer program that ranges in tuition of $3,896 plus additional fees. The
Barcelona Experience will be held at the University of Barcelona and the History
and Culture: Understanding the Arab World will be held at King’s Academy in
Jordan. Fees will vary between these two programs. For more information,
including schedules, fees, and applications, please visit:
http://ce.columbia.edu/High-School-Programs-Homepage.
Added: 12/02/11
Conservation Begins Here, National Conservation Crews for High School Students
Program, organized by The Student Conservation Association
Ages 15-19
Deadline not specified, but summer programs start in June 2012
- Summer tuition-free
programs working outside with nature; only a $25 one time registration fee
required.
- Looking for tuition-free summer service opportunities that
involve working outside? SCA's National Conservation Crews are for you. There's
work to be done in all 50 states -- in parks and forests, on beaches and
riverbanks, at fisheries and volcanoes. You could be there, carving trails
across tundra, building rock steps up woody slopes, constructing foot bridges
over marsh lands...crews of 6-8 students from across the country with two
experienced leaders. While learning outdoor skills, you will also work with
others to solve tough problems, be part of a team to run your camp -- cooking,
cleaning, and sharing responsibilities. There is a $25 application fee. Program
opportunities run from June through the end of August. For more information and
to apply, please visit:
http://www.thesca.org/serve/national-crews.
Added: 11/04/11
Drexel University Summer Institutes
Grade eligibility and deadlines vary per individual program, please see
website below
- Opportunity areas include: business, engineering, information science &
technology, law, medicine, media arts & design, and nursing.
Six colleges at Drexel University offer
various summer opportunities: LeBow College of Business Camps, the College of
Engineering, the iSchool at Drexel: College of Information Science & Technology,
Earle Mack School of Law, the College of Medicine, and the Westphal College of
Media Arts & Design. All of these programs run during June and July. For more
information on specific programs, including fees, and to apply, please visit:
http://www.drexel.edu/undergrad/summer/.
Added: 01/27/12
Duke University Youth Programs
Grade eligibility and deadlines vary per individual program, please see
website below
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Duke University offers various opportunities for students to take advantage of.
Programs include: Young Writers’ Camp, Creative Writers’ Workshop,
IMAGINE…Leading by Example!, Constructing Your College Experience, and SAT Test
Preparation. For more information including schedules, fees, and applications,
please visit:
http://learnmore.duke.edu/youth/.
Added: 01/27/12
Emory University Pre-College Program
Rising juniors and seniors may apply
Applications are accepted through Rolling Admissions until classes are
filled
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This is an opportunity for students to live on campus while taking classes.
Students will be able to earn transferable college credits while taking classes
led by Emory professors. Six week credit courses are available as well as two
week non-credit courses. The six week credit course offering are: Biology,
Computer Science, Economics, English, Film Studies, Mathematics, Sociology,
Theater/Dance, and Political Science. Session 1 is May 21 – June 29 and session
2 is July 1 – August 11. The non credit course offerings are available
throughout the month of July and include: Science, Pre-Professional, Arts &
Humanities, and Social Science. For more information on these opportunities
including tuition, financial aid, an application, etc… please visit:
http://precollege.emory.edu/index.html.
Added: 01/27/12
The Experiment in International Living Summer Abroad Programs
Please view website for information regarding application deadlines
- Open to all students who have completed their 9th, 10th, 11th, or 12th grade year. This summer abroad program offers cross-cultural opportunities in 28 countries including countries in Europe, Africa, and Asia. Three, four, or five week programs are available for students to live with a host family while becoming immersed into their culture by experiencing community service, language study, travel, ecology, the arts, cooking, photography, theater, or outdoor adventure. For more information and details regarding program fees and need-based financial aid, please visit: http://www.experimentinternational.org/. Added: 01/20/12
Fordham University
Pre-College Program
Grade 11
Please visit website below regarding deadline
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The Pre-College Program is July 3 – August 7, 2012. This is
a selective, commuter program in which students must have a minimum of a 3.0 GPA
to apply. Students will have an opportunity to earn college credit taking
college level courses. A 3 credit costs: $2,280 and a 4 credit class costs:
$3,040. Tuition prices include the $75 registration fee which will be returned
to students not accepted into the program. Courses available include: African &
African-American Studies, Biology, Communication & Media Studies, Economics,
English, History, Mathematics, Natural Science, Philosophy, Physics, Political
Science, Sociology & Anthropology, and Theatre & Visual Arts. For more
information including an application, please visit:
http://www.fordham.edu/academics/summer_session/welcome/special_programs/precollege_program_19637.asp.
Added: 12/23/11
Global Works Summer Travel Programs
Ages 14-18 may apply
See website regarding application deadlines
- Students interested in cultural immersion
experiences, community service, and language learning programs this is for you.
Three to four week programs are available to locations such as: Costa Rica,
Ecuador, Mexico, Puerto Rico, Ireland, and New Zealand. Students will also have
the opportunity to participate in 50 – 70 hours of community service during
their travel experience. For more information including fees and schedules,
please visit:
http://www.globalworksinc.com/.
Added: 12/16/11
Harvard Summer School Secondary School Program
Grades 9 – 11
See website for application deadlines; Programs run from: 06/23/12 –
08/10/12
- There are 3 ways to take summer school courses through Harvard. You can
live on campus and take them, commute, or take a course online. Courses and
activities are available in topics such as writing, sciences, psychology, drama,
and math. College prep events including a college fair and trips to other New
England colleges. To find out more information, including dates, tuition fees,
and registration, please visit:
www.ssp.harvard.edu. Added:
01/06/12
Hofstra University High School Programs
Please visit website below regarding grades of eligibility and deadlines
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Numerous summer program opportunities are available to students.
Many of them offer college credits. These programs include: American Sign
Language (ASL) Classes, Documenting Diversity, Hofstra Summer Camps, Journalism
Diversity (JDIV), Regents Preparation Courses, SAT Preparation Courses, Saturday
Classes For Young People, Summer Sportscasting Institute for Teens, Summer
Science Research Program, and Summer Writers Program. For more information on
these programs including course offerings, housing options, costs, dates, and
applications, please visit:
http://www.hofstra.edu/admission/adm_highschoolopportunity_main.html.
Added:
03/05/12
Summer Honors Program for High School Students at Cook Honors College, Indiana
University of Pennsylvania
Grades 10 & 11
Deadline: Please check website below for update on this year’s deadline.
Last year’s deadline was 05/01/11
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Sessions run throughout July 2012. This is an opportunity for
students to take college courses and experience a college campus. Interested
students will live on campus while attending classes. Students will be
instructed by IUP professors. Some of the courses provided are: Biochemistry,
Business, Chemistry, Forensics, Journalism, Law, Physics, and Psychology. For
more information including the cost of the program, scholarship information, and
room and board details, please visit:
http://www.iup.edu/honors/summer/.
Added: 01/06/12
Julian Krinsky Camps & Programs
Grade eligibility varies per camp/program
Deadlines vary per camp/program, please visit
website
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Various opportunities are available to students of all high school level grades.
Some offer college credits. Camps/programs include: tennis, golf, enrichment,
exploration, Penn Nursing Summer Institute, Art & Architecture: Summer at Penn,
Architecture Internship, International Affairs: Learning Leadership Through
Model UN, Julian Krinsky Internships, Wharton Sports Business Academy,
Leadership in the Business World: A Wharton Program, Management and Technology
Summer Institute, Residential Services at Penn, Digital Journalism and Media
Production, and Classical Music Program. For more information including dates of
programs, fees, etc…, please visit:
http://www.jkcp.com/dates-and-tuition/.
Added: 11/23/11
Marist Summer Pre-College Programs
Grades 10-11
Deadline: Rolling
Marist is
offering summer programs in Poughkeepsie, NY and additional programs in Florence
Italy. Pre-College will allow rising
juniors and seniors to take college classes and live on a college campus.
The programs take place July 15th-July 28th.
Visit the site below for more information.
NACEL Open Door Youth
Exchange Programs
Grade 12
Please visit website for deadlines
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Seniors interested in studying abroad in Central America,
South America, Europe, Asia, or Australia, this is for you. Various program
opportunities are available with wide ranging experiences for students to
participate in. Please visit:
www.nacelopendoor.org for application
materials, information on the exchange programs, and scholarship opportunities.
Added: 12/23/11
New Jersey Institute of Technology, Pre-College Programs
Please see website for grade level eligibility and
deadlines
- Summer programs in architecture, science, technology, engineering,
mathematics, and business are offered for high school students. The Pre-College
Academy in Architecture, Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, and
Business will be operating from July 9 – August 9 in 2012. Students will have an
opportunity to earn up to 8 college credits and may have the option of living on
campus in a residence hall. The Early College Preparatory Programs will be
operating from July 9 – August 9 in 2012. Classes will run from Monday through
Thursday. Students completing grades 9 – 11 may participate in the Fundamentals
of Physical Science-Chemistry/ Physics. For more information on these
opportunities including applications, fees, and deadlines, please visit:
http://www.njit.edu/precollege/index.php.
Added: 11/18/11
New Worlds Emerge Programs
Grades 9 – 12
Please visit website below regarding deadlines
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New Worlds Emerge Programs are cultural immersion programs in which students may
earn college credit. One to two week programs are offered in several countries
including: the U.S., Italy, England, France, Spain, and China. Pricing starts
from $1,499. For more information and to apply, please visit:
http://www.newworldsemerge.org/.
Added: 03/05/12
Norwich University Future Leader Camp (FLC) in Vermont
Rising 10 - 12 graders may apply
Deadline not specified; please visit website listed below
- Two sessions will run from July 1 – 14 and July 22 – August 4, 2012.
This is a summer leadership opportunity.
The FLC is for students who are interested in focusing and building individual
and team skill development in communication, confidence, and self-discipline.
This program is designed for students to challenge themselves while
participating in athletics, community service, the workplace, etc... The camp
runs for two weeks. Tuition is $1,725 including room, meals, uniforms, and all
activities. Students must submit a $25 non-refundable application fee with the
application and supplemental materials. For more information, please visit:
http://www.norwich.edu/admissions/summerprograms/flc/.
Added: 01/27/12
OxBridge Academic Programs
Grades 9 – 12
Please visit website for deadlines
- Students interested in studying abroad during the summer, this is for you.
OxBridge Academic Programs offer student the opportunity to study in Oxford,
Cambridge, France, Spain, and New York. To learn about what each study abroad
experience has to offer including their fees, deadlines, etc… please visit:
http://www.oxbridgeprograms.com/index.php.
Added: 11/18/11
Oxford Royale Academy Summer Programs 2012
Ages 13 – 18
Please visit website for deadlines
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This is an opportunity for students to study in Oxford and
Cambridge, England. Various programs are available and run from 2 to 4 weeks in
length. For more information including programs, dates, fees, etc… please visit:
http://www.oxford-royale.co.uk/brochures---new.html.
Added: 11/23/11
Penn State University Summer Youth Programs
Please visit website below to see grade of eligibility and deadlines to
apply
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Penn
State University has numerous summer camp programs which will be offered the
summer of 2012. Summer camp programs include: Summer Music Camp, Communications
Camp (Multimedia Journalism & Film), Weather Camp, and Architecture & Landscape
Architecture Summer Camp. For more information regarding camp details,
timelines, fees, and applications, please visit:
http://www.outreach.psu.edu/youth/.
Added: 03/05/12
Pratt Institute Pre-College Program
Grades 10 – 12
Please visit website below for updates on the
deadline
- This is for motivated students who are interested
in: art, design, architecture, creative writing, critical & visual studies, or
construction management. Programs start in early July and run throughout the
month. This is an opportunity for students to help them decide what they may
want to study in college, offers a chance to earn 4 college credits, and
supplies guidance on developing a portfolio for the college admissions process.
For more information including dates, tuition & fees, and an application, please
visit:
http://www.pratt.edu/academics/continuing_education_and_professional/pro_credit_programs/precollege/hs_programs/.
Added: 02/10/12
Randolph College Summer Latin Institute
Please visit website below to contact regarding
grade of eligibility and deadline
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The Summer Latin Institute is June 13 – July 22, 2012. Strong academic high
school students may take Latin 188, the equivalency of two semesters of
beginning college-level Latin. This course is 6 weeks long. Students will have
the opportunity to live on the Randolph College campus in Lynchburg, Virginia.
For more information on the program, please contact:
jkardan@randolphcollege.edu.
Please visit:
http://www.randolphcollege.edu/x17091.xml.
Added: 02/17/12
Rochester Institute of Technology, We Explore
Grades 10 – 12
Please register online in advance
- Female students interested in engineering, this is for you. We Explore is
a one day event from 9 AM through 4:30 PM offered during the summer. It is
offered to students in 10 – 12 grades. Students will learn about various
engineering disciplines, meet RIT engineering students, tour the campus, etc…
For more information and to register, please visit:
http://www.rit.edu/kgcoe/women/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=57&Itemid=70.
Added: 02/17/12
The Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) Camps
Grades 9 – 12
Deadlines vary per camp, see below
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SAME offers various engineering camps for high school students who are
interested in pursuing engineering in college. Students must have a minimum of a
3.5 GPA, excel in math, science, and technical courses, express an interest in
architecture, engineering, or a related field, and be physically fit. Applicants
also must demonstrate leadership characteristics, participate in
extra-curricular activities, sports/ and/or community activities. These camps
are one week long and offer hands-on learning opportunities. Camps are led by
engineer professions from private industry and military services. Each camp
offers exposure to learn practical skills and learn about military services.
SAME Camps and their deadlines are: U.S. Army Camp in Vicksburg, Mississippi
which runs from June 17 – 23, the deadline to apply is 03/23/12; U.S. Marine
Corps Camp in Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, which runs from June 17 – 23, the
deadline to apply is 04/13/12; U.S. Air Force Academy Camp in Colorado Springs,
Colorado which runs from July 6 – 12, the deadline to apply is 04/27/12; U.S.
Navy Seabees Camp in Port Hueneme, California which runs from July 22 – 28, the
deadline to apply is 05/11/12. For more information and to apply, please visit:
http://samecamps.org/?page_id=2.
Added: 03/05/12
Student Conservation Association, Hunterdon County Summer Crews
Students ages 15 – 19 may apply
No deadline listed, please visit website below
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This is an opportunity for students to engage in working in
hands-on projects in the parks while earning an hourly wage. The dates are June
27 – August 5, 2012. Students will work on a team to develop leadership and job
readiness skills while developing conservation and restoration skills and
completing projects in parks to improve the natural and historical resources.
Students will also have the opportunity to go on weekly environmental field
trips and an overnight camping trip. For more information and to apply, please
visit:
http://thesca.org/category/specific-categories/community-programs/new-jersey.
Added: 02/17/12
Summer Discover: Pre-College Enrichment and Internships
Please visit website below regarding grades of
eligibility and deadlines
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This is an opportunity for students to pursue internships and programs offered
at the following schools: UCLA, UC Santa Barbara, University of Michigan, Loyola
University, Georgetown University, University of Pennsylvania, New York
University, and Emerson College in Boston. Students may also have the
opportunity to pursue programs in Shanghai, China; Cambridge University &
London, Barcelona & Mardrid, Spain; Florence, Italy. Programs are 2 – 6 weeks in
length. All-inclusive tuition ranges from $3,500 - $9,900 and includes:
academics, room & board, college visits, community service, trips, sports, etc…
For more information and to apply, please visit:
http://www.summerdiscovery.com/.
Added: 01/27/12
Summer Institute for the Gifted Residential Programs
Ages 13 – 17
Deadlines vary per individual program, please visit website below
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The Summer Institute for the Gifted Residential Programs are 3 weeks long. Over
80 multi-curricular, arts, and recreational courses are offered for students.
Each program offers off campus trips including other activities. Programs take
place on various college campuses including: Amherst College, Bryn Mawr College,
Dartmouth College, Emory University, Princeton University, UC Berkeley, UCLA, UT
Austin, Vassar College, and Yale University. For more information including
schedules, fees, and applications, please visit:
http://www.giftedstudy.org/residential/.
Added: 01/27/12
Summer Study Programs
Grades 9 -12; eligibility varies based upon the program
See website regarding deadlines
- Have an opportunity to pursue a summer program at Penn State, The
University of Colorado, The University of Vermont, or The Sorbonne in Paris. Summer
program opportunities are available from 2 week to 6 1/2 week time spans
(depending upon the program and location).
Enrichment programs, workshops, college credit programs, and cultural
immersion experiences are available. Tuition varies from $2,200 to $7,200. For
more information on programs and availabilities based upon locations, please
visit: http://www.summerstudy.com/.
Added: 01/20/12
University of Dayton Minority Engineering & Technology
Enrichment Camp for Young Men
Grade 12
Deadline: Please visit website for update on this
upcoming year’s deadline
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This program runs in June 2012. This is a week-long camp designed to introduce
career opportunities in engineering and technology with college level classes
and hands –on experiments. Seniors who are male minorities may apply. Interested
students must have a minimum of a 3.0 GPA. For more information including fees
and application, please visit:
http://www2.udayton.edu/engineering/hs_programs/minority_engineering_camp.php.
Added:
12/13/11
University of Dayton Pre-Engineering Summer Camp
Grades 9 – 12
Deadline: Please visit website for update on this
upcoming year’s deadline
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This summer camp runs during June 2012. Students will
have an opportunity to meet college faculty and current students, interact with
peers, and learn about engineering and how it can be used. This is a three day,
two night residential camp. The cost for the program last year was $275. Please
check the website to see updates for this upcoming year’s program fees. For
questions, please contact: Annette Packard by e-mail,
annette.packard@notes.udayton.edu
or by phone, 937-229-3296. For more information, please visit:
http://www2.udayton.edu/engineering/hs_programs/pre-engineering_program.php.
Added: 12/16/11
University of Delaware Honors Program Summer College 2012
Grades 10 – 11
Last year’s financial aid deadline was: 05/01/11;
the application deadline was 05/15/11; please check the website listed below for
updates of this upcoming year’s deadlines
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The Honors Program Summer College will run from July 7 – August 11, 2012. This
is a 5 week program in which students will live on campus in residence halls
while taking college courses for credit which are applicable to numerous
accredited colleges and universities. Students will also have the opportunity to
enjoy trips to major metropolitan areas including Delaware’s beaches and utilize
recreational facilities on campus including the library, fitness centers,
swimming pools, and student centers. For more information about this program
opportunity, please visit:
http://summercollege.honors.udel.edu/why.html.
Added: 12/14/11
University of Massachusetts Amherst Summer College
Experience
Rising juniors and seniors may apply
Deadline: Applications are accepted on a rolling
basis
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Students have an opportunity to explore one, two, or six week residential
academic programs from many backgrounds. Optional college credit may be obtained
through these college-level courses. Students will live on the UMass Amherst
campus, attend field trips, and enjoy other campus amenities. Two week to six
week summer programs are June 23 – August 5. Costs for each two week program are
an estimate $2,100. Summer College Session 1 is June 24 – July 7; Session 2 is
July 8 – July 21, and Session 3 is July 22 – August 4. Scholarships are
available for specific programs. For more information including schedules and an
application, please visit:
http://www.umass.edu/summer/.
Added: 02/03/12
University of
Pennsylvania, Penn Summer High School Programs
Please visit website below regarding details of grade eligibility and
deadlines for individual programs
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All programs are built around courses taught by faculty,
scholars, and experts within small class sizes. Residential programs include
academic based opportunities such as: SAT Preparation Workshops, a college
writing series, and presentations about the college admissions process. The
programs consist of the following: Summer
Academies: 4 week non-credit programs (residential or commuter availability)
consisting of the Biomedical Research Academy, Experimental Physics Academy, and
Art in the City Academy; College Courses: courses for credit & they range between the
Pre-College Program which is residential based versus the Young Scholars Program
which is commuter based; other summer
programs at Penn: Girls in Engineering, Math & Science (GEMS), Summer
Academy in Applied Science & Technology (SAAST), Summer BOOT UP! Camp, M&T
Summer Institute (M&TSI), Summer Mentorship Program (SMP), and Knowledge @
Wharton High School (KWHS). For more information on these opportunities
including when they are offered, schedules, eligibility requirements, costs,
applications, etc…, please visit:
http://www.sas.upenn.edu/summer/programs/highschool.
Added: 12/23/11
University of Southern California Summer Programs
Grades 10 – 12
Rolling Admissions Application
- Have an opportunity to earn 3 units of USC elective credit in a
four week program. Two and four week program options are available to interested
students during the summer of 2012.
Students will have an opportunity to enroll in one of 25 possible courses from
the following subject areas: architecture, business, engineering, computer
science, global studies, journalism, performing arts, pre-health, pre-law,
science, visual arts, or writing. Various activities will be offered on campus
including intramural sports, talent shows, and dances. Off campus activities
will give you the chance to visit local beaches and other attractions. For more
information including fees and schedules, please visit:
http://summer.usc.edu/index.shtml.
Added: 12/16/11
Washington University in St. Louis 2012 Summer Experiences for
H.S. Students
Grades 10 & 11
Early Bird Deadline: 02/01/12 (submit by this deadline to avoid $35
application fee); all applications submitted after 02/01/12 will have to pay
this fee
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Students must have a B+ or better grade average and have an 1800
or better SAT score or 25 or better ACT score. Washington University in St.
Louis offers the High School Summer
Scholars Program (5 weeks long): enroll in 2 college courses for credit,
transferable to most universities; develop academic skills you will need in
college, live in a residence hall. Session A runs from June 10 – July 14 and
session B runs from July 15 – August 17. The
High School Summer Institutes (3 weeks long): students will be able
to explore areas of interest while living on campus. The Writing Institute runs
from June 10 – June 30. The Pre-Medical Institute runs from June 10 – June 30 or
July 15 – August 4. The Photojournalism Institute runs from July 15 – August 4.
Program costs range from $4585 to $6685. An application is available to students
and parents for scholarship assistance. For more information, please visit:
http://summerexperiences.wustl.edu/.
Added: 11/04/11
Windsor Mountain Student Travel Around the World
Please visit website for deadlines and grades of eligibility
- Students interested in traveling and becoming immersed in another
culture, diverse people, diverse food, and communities; various opportunities
exist through this organization. Some of the locations include the Caribbean,
Peru, China, Puerto Rico, and Southern Africa. For more information including
fees, specific programs, and applications, please visit:
http://www.windsormountain.org/.
Added:
01/06/12
Additional Opportunities Organized by Most Current Deadlines
Worcester Polytechnic Institute Frontiers and Launch Programs
Grades 9 – 11 depending upon program
Frontiers Application Deadline: 04/30/12; Launch Application Deadline:
06/15/12
- Summer opportunities in sciences, engineering, technology, math, interactive
media, or robotics. Frontiers
Programs: 10 & 11 grade students may apply for these residential programs:
science, technology, engineering, engineering, arts, and humanities. Sessions
run through the month of July. Launch Programs: 9 – 10 grade students may apply
for these week long programs: biology, chemistry/ biochemistry, interactive
media and game development, and robotics. Launch Programs run through the month
of August. For more information on these programs including fees and application
requirements, please visit:
http://www.wpi.edu/admissions/undergraduate/visit/frontiers.html.
Added:
03/05/12
University of Pennsylvania: Penn Engineering – Summer
Academy in Applied Science & Technology 2012
Priority Application Deadline: 03/23/12;
Application Deadline: 05/25/12
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This is a 3 week summer program in which students have an opportunity to earn
college credit in each of the following five programs: Biotechnology, Computer
Graphics, Computer Science, Nanotechnology, and Robotics. The program will run
from July 9 – July 27, 2012. Students will live on campus and be able to learn
what U. Penn offers recreationally and culturally. For more information
including schedules, fees, and an application, please visit:
http://www.seas.upenn.edu/saast/.
Added: 01/27/12
ASSE International Student Exchange Summer Programs
Ages 15 – 18
Deadline: 04/01/12 for Summer Homestay Programs;
05/15/12 for Summer Language Programs
- Students must have a B grade average and have excellent character references.
Summer programs are 4 – 6 weeks in length and are offered to a variety of
locations including: Great Britain, France, Germany, Switzerland, Italy, Spain,
Holland, Portugal, Romania, Korea, Japan, Brazil, Argentina, Australia, South
Africa, Thailand, etc… For details on individual programs, schedules, dates,
fees, application, etc…, please visit:
http://www.asse.com/.
Added:
12/02/11
Stevens Institute of Technology Pre-College Programs
Students in grades 10 – 12 depending upon individual programs
Priority deadline: 04/01/12; final deadline: 06/01/12
- Students interested in multimedia production, business, engineering &
science, and computer science, this is for you. Students will have the
opportunity to live on campus, engage in project-based learning working in
teams, meet professionals in various fields, etc… For more information including
fees, dates, and an application, please visit:
http://www.stevens.edu/sit/admissions/highschool/pre-collegeprograms.cfm.
Added: 02/03/12
Clarkson University Young Scholars Program
Grades 10-12
Priority Application Deadline: 04/15/12; Final
Deadline: 06/15/12
- The focus of the 2012 summer program is on
Climate Action Plans (CAPS). These plans are developed by the government and
institutions which outline steps to promote climate change. Interested students
will work with Clarkson University professors to gather data, apply CAPS, and
learn principles of engineering, politics & public policy, and environmental
philosophy. For more information on this opportunity including fees, program
details, and to apply, please visit:
http://www.clarkson.edu/youngscholars/current_project.html.
Added: 02/17/12
Georgetown University Summer Programs
Grades 9-11
Priority Deadline: 04/15/12, admissions are rolling
Applicants must be rising sophomores, juniors and seniors in high school who are in good academic standing and have no academic suspensions on their records. There are a variety of programs available. These include medicine, law, science, politics, and many others. Visit the website below for more information.
http://scs.georgetown.edu/shsmdr
Added: 03/16/12
Otis College of Art & Design, Summer of Art 2012
Students ages 15+ may apply
Scholarship Application Deadline: 04/30/12; Registration Deadline: 06/22/12
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This is a four week
pre-college program for students who are seeking to enhance their art skills.
The program runs from July 9 – August 3, 2012. Students with limited art
training may apply as well. Classes are small and include hands-on studio
classes and labs in a chosen area of concentration. Students may earn 3 college
credits upon completion of the program. For more information and to apply,
please visit:
http://www.otis.edu/continuing_education/summer_of_art/index.html.
Added: 02/17/12
Cornell University Summer
College
Grades 10-12
Deadline: 05/04/12
Students have a variety of programs to select from including architecture,
psychology, medicine, veterinary medicine, law and government, business, hotel
management, and more. Students will
also benefit from earning 3-6 college credits and by attending admissions
sessions that teach students how to apply to college and how to enhance your
college applications.
http://www.sce.cornell.edu/sc/index.php
Added:
03/23/12
Ithaca College Summer College for High School Students
Must be 15 – 18 years of age
Deadline: 05/01/12
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This is an opportunity for students to experience college-level courses while
living on campus. The one week session is July 15 – 20. The three week session
is June 24 – July 13. The one week session is $1,280 for tuition. Course
offerings include: digital music production, digital photography, sustainability
leadership, the healing arts, project costume, writing college application
essays, workshop in sports media & management, and writing the short story. The
three week session is ranges from $4,280 - $4,980 based upon credits. Course
offerings include: acting, cultural anthropology, digital music production,
general psychology, health sciences, etc… For more information including an
application, please visit:
http://www.ithaca.edu/gps/summer_college/.
Added: 02/03/12
Susquehanna University Summer Advanced Writers Workshops
Rising juniors and seniors may apply
Deadline: 05/01/12
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This workshop is offered June 24 – June 30, 2012. Students will have an
opportunity to work in small groups with authors. Focus will be based upon
workshops in fiction, creative nonfiction, and poetry. Interested students must
submit a workshop application, a teacher/counselor recommendation, and a
non-returnable writing portfolio. The cost of the workshop is $730. For more
information including a brochure explaining the program and an application,
please visit:
http://www.susqu.edu/about/writersworkshop.asp.
Added: 01/27/12
Boston University Program in Mathematics for Young Scientists
Grades 9-11
Deadline: 05/15/12
This
highly selective program is an intensive experience in creative mathematical
exploration. The program is held
July 1st-August 28th.
75 students will be selected.
There is a cost for this program, but scholarships are available.
The application involves math problems; please allow plenty of time to
complete the application.
www.promys.org
Added: 04/18/12
The College of New Jersey, Robotics Summer Camp
Grade 10-11
Deadline: 05/15/12
Participants will have the opportunity to be introduced through a
residential College academic experience to the exciting field of Electrical and
Computer Engineering in addition to having the opportunity to build, program,
and use their own robot. Eligible camp participants are students who will be
high school juniors or seniors during the 2012-2013 school year, and rank at the
top 30% of their class, have an interest in robotics or engineering, and have
successfully completed one year of college prep mathematics.
http://summer.pages.tcnj.edu/precollegecamps/roboticscamp
Added: 03/02/12
NJIT Center for Pre-College Programs, The Academy College Courses
at NJIT Program
Deadline for Summer Session:
05/24/12
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Students with a strong academic background are eligible to earn
up to 8 college credits in classes taught by NJIT faculty. Classes meet on
Saturdays during the spring session and Monday through Thursday during the
summer session. Course credits can be applied to an undergraduate degree at NJIT
and most other colleges/universities. Students will have the option to live on
campus during the summer session. Course offerings include: architecture,
business, information technology, engineering, English composition, mathematics,
and science. There is a $60 application fee. Tuition is $447 per credit. For
more information and to apply, please visit:
http://www.njit.edu/precollege/studentprograms/academy.php.
Added: 11/23/11
Rutgers 2012 Summer Scholars Program
Rising juniors and seniors
Earliest Deadline is 05/25/12
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Interested students must have a minimum of a 3.0 GPA.
Students under 16 may be considered based upon PSAT/ SAT scores and an
interview. First session starts June 25 and the second session starts July 9.
Students will have the opportunity to earn credits, experience campus life,
learn about various majors at Rutgers University, etc… For more information
including fees, timelines, and an application, please visit:
http://www.summer.rutgers.edu/hs.
Added: 02/17/12
Bill of Rights Institute Constitutional Academy
Grades 10 – 12
Deadline: 05/31/12
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Students who are interested in traveling to Washington, D.C. to
tour historical sites and learn about the Constitution by college professors and
policy experts, this is for you. This summer academy is July 9 – 14, 2012.
Interested students must have a recommendation from their U.S. history,
government, or civics teacher. The only cost for the program is the cost of
travel expenses to Washington, D.C. All other costs are covered by the Bill of
Rights Institute. For more information and to apply, please visit:
http://billofrightsinstitute.org/programs-events/students-programs-events/constitutional-academy/.
Added: 02/17/12
University of Dayton Women In Engineering Summer Camp
High School Aged Female Students
Deadline: 06/01/12
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Women In Engineering Summer Camp is July 8 – 13.
This is an opportunity for students to participate in hands-on activities
related to chemical, civil, computer, electrical and mechanical engineering, and
engineering technology. Students will live on campus and utilize the engineering
laboratories and equipment while being instructed by professors and engaging
with college aged female engineer students. The camp fee is $600. This includes
all activities, meals, and lodging. For more information and to apply, please
visit:
http://www.udayton.edu/engineering/hs_programs/women_in_engineering_summer_camp.php.
Added:
02/10/12
Sweet Briar College Summer Explore Engineering Design
Course for High School Girls
Rising juniors and seniors may apply
Deadline: 06/20/12; registration received by
05/15/12 will have the highest priority
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The Summer Engineering Design Course will be July 22 – 27, 2012. Students will
have the opportunity to earn one college credit while learning and exploring
many aspects of engineering. Students will work with college engineering majors,
meet professional engineers, work in groups, interact with Sweet Briar College
faculty, and live in the residence halls. The total cost for this program is
$600 which includes all meals, lodging, supplies, and tuition. Need based
half-tuition scholarships are available. For more information and to apply,
please visit:
http://sbc.edu/engineering/explore-engineering-high-school-girls.
Added: 02/03/12