Summer scholar programs introduce high school students to college life.
Summer scholar programs offer talented high school students the opportunity to explore potential majors and prepare themselves for the college application process. They benefit from interacting with professors and college students, who can provide them with insight on what college life is like. Students are admitted to summer scholar programs based on a review of high school grades and recommendations from teachers or guidance counselors. Some programs offer scholarships or stipends to participants.
University of Notre Dame
The two-week Summer Scholars program at the University of Notre Dame gives students the opportunity to explore one of 13 academic tracks, such as literature, acting, public speaking, or psychology. Twenty students are admitted to each track. The curriculum varies for each, but may include readings, research and field trips. The Summer Scholars program is open to high school students who are at least 16 years old. They submit transcripts, SAT or ACT scores, a recommendation and counselor report in order to be considered for admission. Students admitted to the program reside on campus. A limited number of scholarships are available for qualified students.
University of Notre Dame
Office of Pre-College Programs
202 Brownson Hall
Notre Dame, Indiana 46556-5601
574-631-0990
http://precollege.nd.edu
Bates College
The Summer Scholars program at Bates College is open to first-year students at the college, and introduces them to math and science. Scholars take two courses during the summer before their freshman year. In 2010, summer scholars explored great ideas in math and forensic science. Students in the program are assigned mentors who assist them with the transition to college life. The program is selective, admitting 10 first-year students each year. Applicants must send a letter stating why they want to participate in the program and detailing their high school math and science coursework. Accepted students receive a stipend of $2,400, and their tuition, books, room and board are paid. Travel assistance is also available.
Bates College
2 Andrews Road
Lewiston, Maine 04240-6028
207-786-6255
http://home.bates.edu
Pace University
Pace University's two-week Summer Scholars Institute is open to rising high school juniors and seniors and is held at Pace's New York City campus. Students choose from 10 fields of study, including musical theatre, computer information systems, forensic science and business administration. Students take two courses related to their selected field of study and also attend seminars that help them prepare for applying to college. Fifteen students are admitted to each field of study, and they have the option of residing on campus or commuting if they reside in the greater New York City area. Applicants submit transcript, an essay and a letter of recommendation. Students who wish to be considered for a scholarship must submit a second essay.
Pace University
Summer Scholars Institute
Pforzheimer Honors College
W207E Pace Plaza
New York, New York 10038
212-346-1192
http://web.pace.edu
Cleveland State University
Rising high school juniors and seniors at Cleveland-area high schools can participate in Cleveland State University's Summer Scholars program. The program is six weeks in length and offers honors-level courses. Students build on math and English skills and learn about college life. Graduating high school seniors are selected for the program from those who apply to Cleveland State. Rising juniors and seniors are chosen based on performance in an academic competition, according to Cleveland State's website. The program is free of charge for students.
Cleveland State University
2121 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44115-2214
216-687-2000
csuohio.edu
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