360 STUDENT TRAVEL: 26 YEARS AGO, West coast Connection – Teen Travel Experiences began with the goal of using exciting, memorable travel to enlighten and inspire teenagers and to enhance their understanding of themselves along the way. With a simple philosophy of “EACH & EVERY” we could never have guessed how many thousands of teens would come to share in our spirited and tightly knit groups where everybody is included in an enriching program. For more information, please visit the website at: http://www.360studenttravel.com
ABBEY ROAD OVERSEAS PROGRAMS: Language immersion and pre-college programs in France, Greece, Italy and Spain. http://www.goabbeyroad.com (888) 462-2239
ACADEMIC STUDY ASSOCIATES: Pre-college programs for all high school students at: U Mass, Amherst, UC Berkeley, Cambridge, and Oxford. Cultural Immersion Programs in France, Nice, Royan, Spain, Barcelona, Nerja, Cadiz, Conil, Tarifa, Sanlucar, Italy, Florence, Venice. College AdmissionSeminars: Columbia, Tufts, UCSB. 800-752-2250 or http://www.asaprograms.com
ACADEMIA DE ESPANA: la Academia de España IS a program specifically designed for students in grades 9 to 12 in the beautiful Spanish city of Barcelona. The program, now in its third year, continues to grow, with additional courses and a renewed energy, all aimed at creating a unique program of intellectual and cultural enrichment.
For two thousand years, scholars and sailors, merchants and artists, musicians and athletes, and countless others have left their mark on Barcelona. From Roman ruins to Gothic churches, this is a city steeped in history. It is an amazing cultural crossroads, and the perfect place to begin a lifetime of intellectual and imaginative exploration.
Today, Barcelona is at the cutting edge of European culture and one of Europe’s most visited cities. It is famous worldwide for its stunning architecture, five-star cuisine, countless museums, and bustling, colorful streets. With all this, our students also have an unmatched exposure to Spanish language and daily life. They come away with a new sense of the world around them and all the possibilities that international study brings into view. For more information, please visit their website at: http://www.oxbridgeprograms.com/index.php
ACADEMIE DE PARIS: It is no accident that Paris has always attracted the most brilliant thinkers and artists from around the world. The unrivaled beauty of its architecture, the depth of its cultural and historical resources, and most of all its respect for artistic, intellectual, and individual endeavor, has provided an ideal home and inspiration for creative minds from every background.
The goal – indeed the promise – of l’Académie de Paris is a simple one: to ensure that every student experiences this unique quality of Paris so that he or she may be inspired to attain the highest levels of imagination and achievement, and to uphold the rich legacies that Paris passes on to all who spend time there. For more information, please visit their website at: http://www.oxbridgeprograms.com/index.php
AMERICAN COLLEGIATE ADVENTURES (ACA): Pleased to offer a new cultural immersion program in Florence, Italy! If you have any questions, or would like to request additional brochures or information, please call ACA at 1-800-509-7867 (SUMR) or visit their website at: www.acasummer.com
AMERICAN UNIVERSITY – SCHOOL OF COMMUNICATION: Courses in all areas of communication – writing, film, public speaking, photography.
http://www.soc.american.edu/highschool.html
ARCHITECTURE & ENVIROMENTAL DESIGN SUMMER 2011: The Architecture Discovery Program is an exciting introduction to architecture and design for students between junior and senior year. Design Studio, the heart of the program, focuses upon how creativity and discovery can foster passion and compassion in design. You will also learn how sustainability and the importance of the environment are shaping the practice of architecture. If you are interested in architecture and the environment, this program is for you. For more information, please visit their website at: http://samfoxschool.wustl.edu/Summer_Programs/
ASA ACADEMIC STUDY ASSOCIATES: Offers College Prep Programs, Cultural Immersion Programs, and College Admission Seminars that are held in different campuses around the world. Please visit: http://www.asaprograms.com/ or call (800) 752-2250.
BARNARD COLLEGE: Co-ed programs for rising juniors and seniors in topics such as Anthropology, Architecture, Art, Physics, Theatre & film, Psychology, Sociology, Writing, Literature, International Affairs, History, Music, Dance, Urban Studies. For further information and application, visit http://www.barnard.edu/precollege .
BOSTON UNIVERSITY: Offers Special Programs for the summer. Challenge yourself at Boston University this summer: You may also search for more info at their website http://www.bu.edu/summer/highschool
BILL OF RIGHTS INSTITUTE'S: Constitutional Academy offers a summer, college-level opportunity for outstanding high school juniors and seniors interested in history, American government, and personal liberty. The program allows students to deepen their understanding of the constitutional principles through readings, discussions, and active learning experiences under the guidance of a faculty of distinguished teachers and college professors. For more information please go to: www.constacademy.org.
BOSTON UNIVERSITY’S: Seminars in the Arts and Culinary Arts: www.bu.edu/lifelong
BOSTON UNIVERSITY’S: Evergreen Program: www.bu.edu/lifelong/evergreen
BRANDEIS SUMMER PROGRAM: Summer Program at Brandeis, summer community/learning experience: http://www.brandeis.edu/genesis/
BROADREACH SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES: Since 1993, we’ve taken over 7000 teens ages 13 and up on life-changing trips to every corner of the world. Our success and reputation is driven by our unparalleled course design… It’s not just where we travel and explore, but more importantly, how we do it. Our programs inspire leadership development, skill building, personal growth and global awareness, while giving teens an adventure experience that will be forever etched in their minds. http://www.gobroadreach.com
THE CAMBRIDGE TRADITION: A Summer Program for High School Students in Grades 10-12 at Cambridge University. Courses consist of Philosophy, Humanities, Sciences and Social Sciences, and Production and Workshop. http://www.oxbridgeprograms.com/
THE CAMBRIDGE PREP EXPERIENCE: A program for eighth and ninth graders that offers a wide array of academic, scientific and art courses, all in the intimate and ancient surroundings of Cambridge University. For more info, please visit: http://www.oxbridgeprograms.com/ or email@ precollege@andrew.cmu.edu; Phone: 412-268-2082
CAMP EXPERTS & TEEN SUMMERS: Offers a FREE summer program advisory service. They have the ability to find the perfect summer program for teenagers and guide parents every step of the way while exploring the numerous possibilities for their teenager's summer. Some of their program offerings include: Pre-College Study - Community Service - Language Immersion - SAT Prep - Art, Dance, Theatre, Film - Teen Travel – Internships - Specialty Sports Camps - Computer Technology - Study Abroad - Wilderness Adventure
For more information visit their website at www.campexperts.com or contact: Karen Meister Hodson, Camp Experts Consultant, 305.931.KIDS (5437) e-mail at: Karen@campexperts.com
CARNEGIE MELLON: Discover Carnegie Mellon! If you're going to be a junior or senior in high school, consider spending six weeks in one of six distinct pre-college programs. You'll have the opportunity to take college coursework, meet people from all over the country and have the time of your life. Please visit their website@ http://www.cmu.edu/enrollment/pre-college
CARNEGIE MELLON: also has a program called the Summer Academy for Mathematics and Science which is a cost free summer program for high school sophomores and juniors. You can check out the website for more info. http://www.cmu.edu/enrollment/summerprogramsfordiversity/sams.html. If I can be of any assistance in answering questions about the program, please do not hesitate to contact me for further information.
CARLETON COLLEGE: Liberal Arts Experience. Open to students between 10th and 11th grade, the program lasts for one week and pays for all expenses, including travel. Carleton is a highly selective liberal arts college in Minnesota. Check for deadline. More information: www.carleton.edu.
CHOATE ROSEMARY HALL: This program may help the students improve their writing skills, strengthen their collage applications, discover a new academic or artistic talent, and much more. For more information go online at: www.choate.edu/summer
CLAREMONT MCKENNA COLLEGE: Step Up To Leadership Program. Open to rising 10th and 11th graders nominated by their principal, this week-long program affiliated with CMC's Kravis Leadership Institute is free but does not include transportation costs. Claremont McKenna is a selective private college in southern California. Deadline: Spring. More information: www.cmc.edu.
CLARK UNIVERSITY: Summer Science Program. Students who are between 11th and 12th grade can enjoy three free weeks of thematic science study at Clark, a medium-sized university in Worcester, Massachusetts. Deadline: March 15. More information: www.clark.edu
CONCORDIA LANGUAGE VILLAGES: Serving nearly 10,000 students per year, Concordia offers the finest in summer language instruction is available for students in grades 3-12. Languages include Chinese, Danish, Finnish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Russian, Spanish, and Swedish. Deadline: spring. More information: www.cord.edu/dept/clv.
CONGRESSIONAL PAGE PROGRAM : Students can spend a summer, a semester, or a year delivering messages to members of Congress -- and getting paid for it. Two four-week sessions for 66 students each are available in the summer. Students live in their own residence hall and get paid at the equivalent of about $14,500 per year. More information: contact your Senator or Member of Congress.
CORNELL'S SUMMER COLLEGE: Students can take a 6 week program titled Topics in Engineering. For more info: http://www.sce.cornell.edu/sc/index.php
CORNELL UNIVERSITY SUMMER COLLEGE: Programs available in Architecture, Art, business, College Success, Computer & Info Science, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Film, History & Politics, Hotel Mgmt, Humanities, Law & Gov’t, Medicine, Psychology, Research & Science and Veterinary Medicine & Animal Science. Three & six week programs available from June 25th-August 9th. More information at: www.summercollege.cornell.edu or find them on Facebook or email summer_college@cornell.edu or call 607-255-6203.
COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY: Study at Columbia or abroad programs, The Barcelona Experience, and Jordan Experience offers students entering 11th - 12th grade the opportunity to examine the history, art, and urban development of Barcelona, Spain, and Jordan enriching their understanding of how European and Middle Eastern communities develop local, regional, and national, and international identities. Please visit at http://www.ce.columbia.edu/hs/ to learn more about their programs.
DREXEL SUMMER INSTITUTES: Drexel's Summer Institutes are designed to provide motivated high school students with the opportunity for college-level study and research. They're offered in everything from business to medicine to design. Visit our Summer Institutes page for more information.
ELEANOR ROOSEVELT CENTER AT VAL-KILL: Girls' Leadership Workshop. A nine-day program for girls who will enter grades 10 or 11 that includes a diverse assortment of themes ranging from citizenship to the arts. Requires a token fee of $200. Check for deadline. More information: www.ervk.org. Application Deadline: March 7, 2011
EMORY PRE-COLLEGE PROGRAM: The Emory Pre-College program gives college-bound high school students an exciting glimpse of academic & residential life at a top-ranked national university. Both credit & non-credit courses available in Science, Pre-Professional (Law & Medicine), Arts & Humanities and the Social Sciences. A limited amount of financial aid is available. To be considered for a scholarship, applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents and complete the separate financial aid application online by the deadline (MARCH 1ST!!!!) Applicants must be 16 years of age and be rising juniors or seniors (i.e. current, sophomores or juniors) and be committed to engaging in college-level work during the summer. Apply online at www.college.emory.edu/pre-college .
FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY - YOUNG SCHOLARS PROGRAM: This is a residential summer science and mathematics experience for outstanding students of Florida's public and private high schools. Applicants must provide evidence of academic excellence and scientific research as well as demonstrate involvement in activities and leadership. Counselor and faculty evaluations are requested. (See FSU file for information and application).http://bio.fsu.edu/ysp/index.html. Application Deadline: March 15, 2011
FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY INTERNATIONAL PROGRAM: Custom designed for qualified high school students these innovative programs cover two semesters and offer opportunities for your outstanding students to earn college credit in the areas of Humanities or Spanish while traveling abroad and learning on-site. For more information please visit their website at: www.international.fsu.edu.
Application Deadline: May 1, 2011
FURMAN SUMMER SCHOLARS: The Summer Scholars program is an academic enrichment program that engages rising juniors and seniors (again – current sophomores & juniors) in small group settings under the direction of Furman faculty members. Students have the opportunity to challenge their mind, make friends that will last a lifetime and have lots of fun. The academic experience will include lectures, class discussion, debates, laboratory research, field trips, group and individual projects, and other activities intended to provide a challenging learning experience. For further information and application, visit http://www2.furman.edu/admission/EngageFurman/SummerScholars/Pages/ApplicationIn.aspx .
GAMES AHEAD 2K4: DigiPen Institute of Technology is the leader in video game development education, presents a summer workshop series designed to introduce participants of all experience levels to the fundamentals of game programming and 3D computer animation. Please call at 425-558-0299 and/or fax at 425-558-0378
THE GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY PRE-COLLEGE SUMMER 2001 PROGRAM: GW Pre-College courses provide an exciting and unique opportunity for high school students to experience the academic rigors of learning in a college environment. Courses are taught by expert GW faculty and scholar practitioners. For further information and application, visit http://www.gwu.edu/apply/precollege/apply
GREEN RIVER PRESERVE: The rivers and forests of the Appalachian Mountains and the island seas of the Outer Banks are living classrooms for bringing young adventurers to a more profound understanding of nature, self-awareness, and the joy of living. Green River Expeditions is an advanced program which offers opportunity to embrace the maturity required to step from Green River base camp to the Expedition’s level. Designed for mature rising 9th through 12th graders, Green River Expeditions are co-ed experiences for nature enthusiasts who want learning, outdoor adventure, and the joy of living in a close knit community. For more information, please visit their website at: http://www.greenriverpreserve.com/.
Application Deadline: April 1, 2011
HARVARD SUMMER SCHOOL: High school sophomores, juniors and seniors take college classes, meet students from around the world, and take part in many activities: dances, a trivia bowl, a talent show, trips to other colleges, a college fair, music groups, and sports. Students choose their courses and plan their own time. They will live together in a Harvard dormitory and select two courses (one of which will be an expository writing class or a math class) from a list of regular offerings. www.ssp.harvard.edu. Application Deadline: May 4, March 25, or April 15
HARVARD DESIGN SCHOOL: An intensive summer program to explore design careers in Architecture, Landscape Architecture and Urban Planning and design, Harvard University Graduate School of Design (617) 495-5453 Discovery@gsd.harvard.edu or http://www.gsd.harvard.edu/cardisc/a.html.
Application Deadline: April 30, 2011
THE HOWARD HUGHES MEDICAL INSTITUTE @ UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI: The HHMI High School Scholars Program is an exciting opportunity for public and private students with a passion for science to gain hands on research experience. Students, work in teams, to conduct biomedical research over the course of seven weeks at the University of Miami (UM). Placements are available in biomedical engineering, neuroscience, ophthalmology, biology, and other research areas tailored to students’ interests and experience. We consider applicants from Miami-Dade County who are entering their junior or senior year of high school (again – current sophomores & juniors) in 2011. Admission is based on a combination of high school grades, courses taken, an essay, a letter of recommendation, and career goals. Students must submit all of the require materials before an admissions decision can be made. Apply online at http://www.miami.edu/index.php/undergraduate_research_and_community_outreach/community_outreach_programs/hhmi_highschool_scholars/ and hurry – deadline is April 8th!
ILLINOISE SUMMER YOUTH MUSIC: ISYM is a comprehensive and intensive program of music instruction for student musicians. It is held on the campus of the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. For the past 56 years, Illinois Summer Youth Music has enrolled more than one thousand students annually. Many are now performing in major symphony orchestras and other professional ensembles. A significant number are successful teachers, engineers, scientists, lawyers, doctors, and business executives. ISYM has as its objectives to develop musical skills, and to improve the understanding and appreciation of music. For more information, please visit their website at: http://www.music.uiuc.edu/ISYM/. Application Deadline: May 14
INTERN EXCHANGE INTERNATIONAL: Since 1987, Intern Exchange International (IEI) has taken high school students ages 16 to 18 to London for a month-long program of Internships, career exploration and travel. Our 21 years of experience make us the oldest and most experienced program of this kind, but more importantly, they’ve given us insight into how to create an experience that is worthwhile during the summer, in the college admissions process, and long after. For more information, please contact them at: http://www.internexchange.com/ (561) 477-2434 or (610)-527-6066.
Application Deadline: April 1
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT EXCHANGE PROGRAMS:
A year away can’t be measured in days alone. You’ll only be gone for a school year, but the experience will enrich the rest of your life. Living in another country for a year is something most people never have the opportunity to do. You’ll return with new knowledge, cultural understanding, maturity and lifelong friends from your host country. www.asse.com
JOHNSON & WALES UNIVERSITY’S EARLY ENROLLMENT PROGRAM FOR HIGH SCHOOL JUNIORS: Fields of study available – College of Business, College of Culinary Arts, & The Hospitality College. Must have an overall GPA of 2.75 & a minimum B- IN ENGLISH. Visit Johnson & Wales’ website @ www.jwu.edu and select “Admissions & aid” and then click on “High School Juniors”.
JUNIOR STATEMENT of AMERICA: The Junior Statesmen Summer School is an exciting opportunity for student leaders. The program is located on the campuses of Georgetown, Princeton, Yale, and Stanford. For more information contact 800-334-5353 or www.jsa.org/summer. Application Deadline: Rolling Admission
JULIAN KRINSKY ACADEMIC ENRICHMENT CAMP @HAVERFORD COLLEGE, PA: 2- and 3-week sessions for entering grades 9-12. Sessions consists of art, business, cooking, drama, photography, and music, and more. Please visit http://www.jkcp.com/; email at julian@jkcp.com; 866-879-5527
JUNIOR STATESMEN SUMMER PROGRAM: This is an exciting opportunity for student leaders. Located on the campuses of Georgetown, Yale, Princeton, Stanford and Northwestern, this program offers a rigorous curriculum, student-led debates, and an exciting speakers program. For more information, see file for brochure explaining their program, or visit their website at: http://www.jsa.org
KNOWLEDGE EXCHANGE INSTITUTE INTERNATIONAL SUMMER ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS: Various programs available to motivated secondary students through the Knowledge Exchange Institute. The programs focus on science, medicine, environmental studies, mathematics, technology, art, design, foreign languages, culture, economics, and diplomacy. For more information, see file for brochure explaining their program, or visit their website at: http://www.keiabroad.org/. Application Deadline: March 10
L'ACADEME DE PARIS: A Summer Program in Paris for High School Students completing grades 10 to 12. Please visit: http://www.oxbridgeprograms.com/
LANDMARK VOLUNTEERS: Offers two weeks of community service in places ranging from Acadia National Park in Maine to Golden Gate National Recreation Area in California. Open to students in the summer after grades 9, 10, or 11. Fee in the form of a tax-deductible $875 contribution. More information: www.volunteers.com.
MAINE MARITIME ACADEMY SUMMER SEA SESSION: For students interested in marine science. This program emphasizes coastal oceanography and marine biology, and includes labs, lectures and field trips aboard Academy-owned vessels. For more information, see file for brochure explaining their program, or visit their website at: http://www.mainemaritime.edu. Application Deadline: Rolling Admission
MARYLAND INSTITUTE COLLEGE OF ART SUMMER PRE-COLLEGE: Pick one of two awesome art experiences in Baltimore or Tuscany Italy. Visit www.mica.edu/precollege for details and application. A limited number of full and partial need/merit-based awards are available to students who are applying to the Baltimore Pre-College Studio Residency Program. Students who are interested in applying for financial assistance should submit the financial assistance application form and a copy of their parents’ most recent tax return in addition to the other application materials. Applications must be complete in order for the student to be considered for financial assistance. Awards are provided to students who demonstrate significant need as well as artistic and academic merit as exhibited in their application portfolio, essay, teacher recommendation, and transcript. Due to limited funding for financial assistance, students seeking assistance are highly encouraged to apply by the priority decision deadline of March 31, 2011. http://www.mica.edu/Programs_of_Study/Programs_for_Talented_Teens_and_Kids/Programs_for_Exceptionally_Creative_High_School_Students/Summer_Pre-College/Summer_Pre-College_in_Baltimore.html
MASSACHUSETTS INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY: Research Science Institute. Founded by Admiral Hyman Rickover, RSI is the nation's premier summer program for aspiring science whiz kids. The program lasts six weeks and everything except transportation is free. Students who get in here can probably get in anywhere. More information: www.mit.edu.
MILITARY ACADEMY PREP PROGRAMS: Juniors and sophomores, here is some information regarding Military Colleges that offer summer programs. 1. Oak Ridge Military Leadership Adventure Camp, Residential-Coed ages 11-18 Oak Ridge, NC www.oakridgemilitary.com
Valley Forge Military Academy Residential- boys ages 8-16 Wayne, PA www.vfmac.edu
Marine Military Academy Summer Camp Residential- boys ages 13-17 Harlingen, TX www.mma-tx.org
Norwich University Future Leader Camp Residential- coed ages 14-18 Northfield, VT
http://www.norwich.edu/admissions/futureleader/
Camp St. John's Northwestern Residential- boys 12-16; day-boys 11-13 Delafield, WI www.sjnma.org
NATIONAL PARK SERVICE: http://www.nps.gov/history/archeology/public/index.htm
NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY COLLEGE PREPARATION PROGRAM: Designed for students who want new academic challenges and the experience of real college life before finishing high school. You earn Northwestern academic credit for the course you take. Over 100 courses available each summer. www.scs.northwestern.edu/summernu/
NORWICH UNIVERSITY: The Future Leader Camp (FLC) is a two-week summer program dedicated to developing the leadership potential of current high school students. FLC provides participants with a challenging and meaningful adventure camp experience while building an understanding of small group leadership techniques, leadership ethics, teamwork, problem-solving and effective communication.
FLC is not a military-style boot camp for students with disciplinary problems. Qualified applicants will hold minimum 2.5 GPA and, although not required, should be able to demonstrate involvement in leadership-driven organizations such as Junior ROTC, Civil Air Patrol, Sea Cadets, student government, athletics, scouting and school, church, community or volunteer organizations. www.norwich.edu/admissions/summerprograms or by calling (802)485-2531.
NYU STEINHARDT:
Welcome to our Summer Programs. Every summer, high school to graduate school students, and faculty, participate in our varied and exciting programs. Through these programs you can benefit from master classes, private lessons and workshops. You can learn from and play with top performers. We hope you will join us and experience summer in New York City; the music, dance, theatre and arts capital of the world. www.steinhardt.nyu.edu/music/summer
OTIS COLLEGE OF ART & DESIGN SUMMER OF ART: This intensive, four-week, pre-college program is for those 15 and older who wish to study at one of the top art and design colleges in the country. Serious young artists seeking to strengthen and enhance their art skills as well as students with limited art training are invited to participate. Summer of Art scholarships are available to students who, for financial reasons, would not otherwise be able to attend. Awards are based on family financial information, portfolio, and teacher or counselor recommendation. You must be a U.S. citizen and/or U.S. resident. You may only use the awards toward tuition; they cannot be applied toward supplies or other expenses. For further information, details and application, visit www.otis.edu/soa .
OXBRIDGE ACADEMIC PROGRAMS: There are seven programs to see which one best suit you’re academic, linguistic, and even professional interests. For more information go online at Oxbridge Academic Programs has been welcoming intellectually adventurous high school and junior high school students to Europe for nearly 25 years. Professor James Basker, who founded The Oxford Tradition after earning degrees from both Oxford and Cambridge, has designed these programs specifically for students in grades 8 to 12 - all with the goal of giving young people the opportunity to live and study in the historic and scholarly centers of learning that are Oxford and Cambridge in England, Barcelona in Spain, and Paris and Montpellier in France. These cities become our classrooms – the best classrooms in the world.
Our teachers define us. They comprise Rhodes: www.oxbridgeprograms.com
PHILLIPS EXETER ACADEMY: Welcomes 590 students for five weeks of academic study, athletics, and exploration that carry participant far beyond the classrooms and the playing fields. Please visit their website at: http://www.exeter.edu/summer or call at (603) 777-3488
PRE-MED PREVIEW: Hollinsummer, a two-week program that gives high school girls a taste of college life. You'll sign up for two noncredit classes, live on campus with girls from all over the country, and enjoy a full roster of extracurricular activities. New this year: Hollinsummer will offer seven athletic clinics and one outdoor program. For more information, please visit their website at: http://www.hollins.edu/
PRINCETON REVIEW AND SUMMER DISCOVERY PRESENT "THE PRINCETON REVIEW COLLEGE DISCOVERY EXPERIENCE SUMMER 2011": Operates 3 college admissions prep programs for students completing grades 10 & 11 in Boston/Northern university, Washington D.C./American University and Los Angeles http://www.summerfun.com/; discovery@summerfun.com; 800-645-6611
RISING STAR PROGRAM: This challenging five-week program awards college credit to rising high school seniors who are ready for a summer college experience. Students may enroll in two college-level classes and have the opportunity to build or enhance their visual arts portfolios. www.scad.edu/risingstar
SARAH LAWRENCE.COLLEGE: offers THEATRES, VISIUAL ARTS, and MUSIC as well as evening classes in POETRY, SCREENWRITING and more. For more information visit their website at www.sarahlawrence.edu/highschool ;or e-mail highschool@sarahlawrence.edu
SMITH SUMMER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING PROGRAM: Residential program for exceptional young women with strong interests in science, engineering and medicine. For more information, please either call (413) 585-3060 or visit their website at http://www.smith.edu/summerprograms/ssep
STANFORD UNIVERSITY: Summer at Stanford invites you to experience the thrill of campus life at one of the world's premier universities. Our unique programs balance challenging academics with educational and social activities including bicycling and running in the beautiful foothills, tennis, golf, Stanford Summer Theater, the Jazz Festival, and the Science Lecture Series. The campus atmosphere is informal year-round. For high school summer programs please visit this website: http://summerinstitutes.stanford.edu/
SUFFOLK UNIVERSITY: Present two-week intensive summer experiences in the heart of downtown Boston. Students can experience what college life is like in Boston and at Suffolk University while still in high school!
Questions can be directed to summerprograms@suffolk.edu.com or visit: http://www.suffolk.edu/academics/17927.html
SUMMER DISCOVERY: Summer `programs including pre-college enrichment, business and non-profit internships, on-campus community service, college admissions and university visits, and middle school enrichment; please visit http://www.summerdiscovery.com/
SUMMER STUDY PROGRAMS: Attending a pre-college program anywhere is a wonderful summer experience. Attending a SUMMER STUDY program at Penn State University, The University of Colorado at Boulder, The University of Vermont or The Sorbonne in Paris, is a summer like never before! www.bestsummerever.com
SUMMER IN CHINA PROGRAMS: www.wheretherebedragons.com
SUMMER HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAMS:
The Summer Program for High School Students is more than just an academic experience. Between classes, students have numerous extracurricular options to choose from, including organized sports on Columbia's beautiful campus and in nearby parks, excursions to local restaurants and places of interest, community outreach projects, and special events such as a college fair and talks on the college application process. www.ce.columbia.edu/hs
THE BRONFMAN YOUTH FELLOWSHIPS IN ISRAEL: High school juniors spend their summer traveling through Israel, exploring their Jewish identity, and meeting thinkers, authors, artists, and educators in an all expense paid, 5 week experience that changed their lives. Visit www.bronfman.org
THE BURNETT HONORS COLLEGE AT UCF: The Burnett Honors College Summer Institute (BHCSI) is an intensive three-week residential program for gifted and high achieving students who have interest in learning about the foundations of computer science and computer technology. For more information, and to apply for the summer program, log onto: http://www.bhcsi.ucf.edu
THE TASIS SCHOOLS SUMMER PROGRAMS: Offers a wide range of options that combine challenging academic enrichment with extensive travel in Europe, sports, and activities for students 6-18. Campuses are in England, Spain and Switzerland. For more information call (202) 965-5800 or go to their internet site at: http://www.tasis.com/
TELLURIDE ASSOCIATION SUMMER PROGRAMS: A TASP is a six-week educational experience for high school juniors that offer challenges and rewards rarely encountered in secondary school or even college. Each program is designed to bring together young people from around the world who share a passion for learning. Telluride students, or TASPers, attend a seminar led by college and university faculty members and participate in many other educational and social activities outside the classroom. Students attend TASPs because they want to challenge and change themselves. Telluride Association seeks students from all kinds of educational backgrounds who demonstrate intellectual curiosity and motivation, rather than prior knowledge of the seminar's subject matter. TASPers participate solely for the pleasure and rewards of learning with other intelligent, highly motivated students. The TASP offers no grades or college credit. Please visit at: http://www.tellurideassociation.org/
TETON SCIENCE SCHOOL SUMMER: Since 1967, High School Field Ecology has been Teton Science Schools’ flagship summer program for students interested in ecology and applied field research. Those interested in applying scientific inquiry to the Greater Yellowstone Geo-ecosystem are rewarded with immersion in the natural sciences in one of the most beautiful and most ecologically complex places in North America. In-depth observation during field data collection, while under the guidance of educator scientists help sharpen the critical and analytical skills an ecologist needs. This course includes a backpacking trip in the Tetons as well as an independent research project, where new skills are put to use addressing a current conservation issue. Whether you hail from Wyoming, Georgia or Germany, this four-week course is designed to bring out your best in one of the most diverse ecosystems in the world. Tuition includes room, board and instruction. High school credit is available. For more information, please visit their website at: http://www.tetonscience.org/
THE THOMAS MORE COLLEGE OF LIBERAL ARTS: This Collage provides four courses, as well as a series of writing assignments is given in each course. For more information visit http://www.thomasmorecollege.edu/
THE UNIVERSITY OF THE ARTS PHILADELPHIA: Summer Art + Media, Summer Dance, Summer Jazz, Summer Theatre. Two to four week workshops in the various arts plus housing and meals!!! LIMITED NUMBER OF SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE to students who apply and demonstrate financial need. For more info contact The University of the Arts Pre-College Programs 320 S. Broad Street Philadelphia ,PA 19102 or call 1.800.616.ART S#6430 or email precollege@uarts.edu or visit the web @ www.cs.uarts.edu/precollege
UNITED STATES NAVAL ACADEMY SUMMER SEMINAR: The Summer Seminar is a wonderful opportunity for rising high school seniors to experience life at the Academy. The United States Naval Academy Summer Seminar offers the opportunity for rising high school seniors to visit the Naval Academy for one week during the summer. Students will experience all aspects of the Naval Academy including the academic program and midshipman life. The Naval Academy Summer Seminar Program is offered exclusively to young men and women who have just completed their junior year of high school. Go online at http://www.usna.edu/Admissions/nass.htm
UNITED STATES MILITARY ACADEMY SUMMER LEADERS SEMINAR: The United States Military Academy will host two sessions of the 33rd Annual Summer Leaders Seminar. The Summer Leaders Seminar provides outstanding high school juniors the exciting opportunity to gain a better understanding of the academic, physical, and leadership-development programs at a service academy that features small classes, a caring faculty, professional career preparation, and a foundation for future graduate study. Nationwide, 800 students will be invited who meet the following guidelines:
• in the top fifth of their high school class;
• pursuing a college-preparatory curriculum;
• strong PSAT scores;
• Demonstrated leadership potential by participation, election/selection to office, and honors earned in organized athletic and extracurricular activities.
Students should visit the website - http://admissions.usma.edu - and fill out the application form online prior to deadline. There is a rolling admission program for the seminar, so students are urged to complete the online application as soon as possible.
UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA: 2011 Capstone Business Leadership Academy. Is a summer program for Academically Excellent High School Students. For more information, please go to: www.cba.ua.edu/summeracademy
UNIVERSITY OF CAMBRIDGE: Offers the Advanced International Certificate program. Thos program consists of advanced academic curricula, and assessments suitable for middle and high school students. For more information, please visit their website at: http://www.cie.org.uk/usa and/or e-mail Sherry Reach at cieusrep@comcast.net
UNIVERSITY OF CHICAGO "STONE AND BONES" AND "ANCIENT EGYPTIAN LANGUAGE, CULTURE & HISTORY": http://summer.uchicago.edu/insight.cfm
UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA CENTER FOR PRE-COLLEGIATE EDUCATION AND TRAINING- STUDENT SCIENCE TRAINING PROGRAM: A seven-week residential research program for up to 100 selected rising seniors and qualified rising juniors who are considering medicine, math, computer, science, or engineering careers. The program emphasis is research participation with a UF faculty research scientist and his/her research team. Students live in residence halls on campus. They attend lectures on current topics, attend seminars/workshops in research and technical writing, ethics, study strategies, and career exploration, and gain skills in effective oral presentations. Planned weekend activities include educational and fun field trips, sports, and social activities. www.cpet.ufl.edu/sstp
UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON ENGINEERING CAMP: The Mentoring and Enrichment Seminar in Engineering Training (MESET) program is a two-week residential engineering-introduction program for students. The program is limited to 50 students. Participants stay on the University of Houston campus in a dormitory. UH engineering students will be their mentors and counselors.
• The MESET curriculum during the two weeks includes:
• An introduction to the various disciplines of engineering (“What do engineers do?”)
• Project-based learning (hands-on team projects involving robotics and engineering design contests)
• Site visits to engineering companies (including Johnson Space Center)
• Field trips
• Panel discussions by working engineers and current engineering students
• Fun at the campus sports and recreation center
For more information please visit their website at: http://www.egr.uh.edu/promes/?e=camps
University of Michigan Math and Science Scholars (MMSS)
UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI SUMMER COLLEGE FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS: Variety of different summer programs including study abroad programs, filmmaking workshops, AP summer institutes, Summer writing institutes, cheer camp, & summer leadership institute. For more information, please visit their website at: http://www.outreach.olemiss.edu/summer_programs/
UNIVERSITY OF NOTRE DAME: Summer Introduction to Engineering. ND offers this three-week program for less than $1,000 to students who have completed 11th grade. Other programs include an introduction to architecture and a low-cost week-long program for Catholics that focuses on church teachings. More information at: www.nd.edu
UNIVERSITY OF ST. ANDREWS: Creative Writing & Scottish Studies Summer Programs. Please view their website if you are interested in learning more about their Creative Writing program @: http://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/~adweb/CWSPweb.htm Or if you are interested in learning more about their Scottish Studies then you can log onto: HTTP://WWW.ST-ANDREWS.AC.UK/~ADWEB/SSSPROG.HTM
UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI SUMMER SCHOLAR PROGRAMS: Earn college credits to UM in the following programs: Sports Management, International Affairs, Filmmaking, Broadcast Journalism, Marine Science and Health and Medicine For more information call (305) 284-6107 or go online at http://www.precollege.cstudies.miami.edu/.
UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI WEEKEND ACADEMY: Earn college credit by attending weekend classes at UM. For more information call (305) 284-6107 or go online at http://www.precollege.cstudies.miami.edu/
UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA -EXPLORING THE MAJORS: Gives a chance for students to explore the academic opportunities-and the undergraduate life-available at one of the finest Ivy League universities in the country. Students will leave this program with hands-on answers to a lot of the questions they have about choosing a college as well as choosing a major. Entering Grades 10-12; two 3-Week Sessions. Please visit their website at http://www.jkcp.com/ or call (610) 265-9401
UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA PENN SUMMER SCIENCE ACADEMY: Res/Day-Coed Ages 16-17, Philadelphia, PA. http://www.sas.upenn.edu/cgs/summer/
UNIVERSITY OF THE SOUTH: Freeman Asian Cultural Experiences at Sewanee (FACES) -- A two-week, tuition-free program on Asian Studies. Prefers students entering grade 12. The University of the South (Sewanee) is a selective liberal arts college in rural Tennessee. More information: www.sewanee.edu.
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA: The Office of Summer and Special Programs sponsors a program called the Summer Seminars. 4 week program. Please begin the application progress online at http://www.usc.edu/summer. If you have any questions, please contact at 213-743-1710
Passport in Time program through USDA Forest Service, http://www.passportintime.com
VENTURES SCHOLARS PROGRAM: member colleges - summer enrichment programs Enrichment programs can help you prepare for college level courses. Some of the programs are residential so you will have the opportunity to stay in a college dorm with other students and experience campus life.
Some of the enrichment programs are free while others require a fee. Remember to speak with the contact person to obtain up-to-date program information. Remember to mention that you are a Ventures Scholar!http://www.venturescholar.org/hs/enrichment.html
VISIONS SERVICE ADVENTURES: VISIONS mixes hands-on service, intercultural living, active exploration, and close camaraderie. We live together as a small group (16 to 25 students and four to six leaders) in the heart of a host community. We work and socialize with residents. www.VisionsServiceAdventures.com
WABASH COLLEGE: Opportunities to Learn About Business. Open to rising 12th graders, this week-long program is ideal for students considering a business major. Wabash is a small, all-male liberal arts college in Indiana. (The program is coed. More information: www.wabash.edu.
WARREN WILSON COLLEGE: http://www.warren-wilson.edu/~arch/fieldschool
WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY IN ST. LOUIS: Washington University in St. Louis offers summer enrichment programs to both sophomores & juniors in the realities of college life as part of a small, select group. Participants will earn up to 7 units of college credit that will transfer to most accredited colleges and universities, giving you a head start toward your college career. And you’ll develop academic and social skills that will give you a tremendous advantage when you leave for college. As a Summer Scholar, you will be enrolled in real college courses, studying alongside Washington University undergraduates Programs are also available in creative writing, Japanese culture and Pre-Medical. Some financial assistance is available for those with demonstrated need. Information & applications online at http://summerexperiences.wustl.edu/ .
WEST COAST CONNECTION- TEEN TRAVEL EXPIRIENCE: 26 YEARS AGO, West coast Connection – Teen Travel Experiences began with the goal of using exciting, memorable travel to enlighten and inspire teenagers and to enhance their understanding of themselves along the way. With a simple philosophy of “EACH & EVERY” we could never have guessed how many thousands of teens would come to share in our spirited and tightly knit groups where everybody is included in an enriching program. For more information, please visit their website at: http://www.westcoastconnection.com/westcoastway.shtml
WEST VIRGINIA UNIVERSITY: offers a program called Academic STARS, a freshman year transition/retention program that begins with a six-week summer program. It offers a unique opportunity to earn up to six credit hours that will be applied toward graduation. Accepted students are offered a class from the Africana Studies Program as well as an English course which will fulfill two of their freshman requirements. To be eligible for the STARS Program, one must be a first year African American student who is carrying at least a 2.75 GPA in high school. Please click on the following link for more details: http://cbc.wvu.edu/academic_stars We also offer a program called the Seamless Transition Program: http://stp.wvu.edu/ ___
WINDSOR MOUNTAIN: Student Travel: Windsor Mountain Student Travel focuses on creating learning experiences that use the world as a classroom. Their goal is to help students discover the skills they need to carry their personal missions forward as they become responsible global citizens. For more information log onto: www.windsormountain.org
WOLFEBORO THE SUMMER BOARDING SCHOOL: Enables students to present a specific plan to parents and students when academic progress is recommended or required for the coming summer 2009. For more information log onto www.wolfeboro.org , Email:school@wolfboro.org
Woods Hole Science at SEA Summer High School Program - out on a sailing research vessel in Cape Cod!
Worchester Polytechnic Institute Operation Catapult at www.rose-hulman.edu/catapult
YOUTH FOR UNDERSTANDING INTERNATIONAL EXCHANGE: This organization offers opportunities to study in 35 countries through an academic year, academic semester, or summer program. For more Information and a list of available scholarships, visit their website at: http://www.youthforunderstanding.org or 1-800-teenage.
For more amazing summer programs please visit these websites:
ENRICHMENT ALLEY'S DATABASE: http://www.enrichmentalley.com/
PETERSON'S "SUMMER OPPORTUNITIES" DATABASE: http://www.petersons.com/highschool/landing.asp?id=872&path=hs.fas.summer
ALLEN'S GUIDE: http://www.allensguide.com/
SHAUN MCELROY - AKA "International Counselor" - Summer Omnibus
STUDENT EDUCATION PROGRAMS (COMPILATION): http://www.studenteducationprograms.com/
SUMMER FUN CONSORTIUM: http://www.summerfun.com/
SUMMER INSTITUTE FOR THE GIFTED (MULTIPLE CAMPUSES): http://www.giftedstudy.com/
A LIST OF SUMMER PROGRAMS WITH A FOCUS ON SCIENCE AND/OR ENGINEERING, COMPILED BY MIT: http://www.mitadmissions.org/topics/before/summer_programs/juniors_mit_and_other_summer_p.shtml
Massachusetts Institute of Technology Women’s Technology Program (WTP)
Science Service: http://www.societyforscience.org/stp/index.asp
