- USC is offering 16 courses in the Carolina Master Scholars Adventure Series for
rising 6th–12th graders. Information, applications:
saeu.sc.edu/adventures/. In addition to the Adventure Series, the
University will also offer SAT/ACT Test Prep classes in Columbia along with
the Electrical Engineering Summer Camp for
rising 10 and 11th graders. Information: Office of Academic Enrichment
and Conferences, 777-9444
- Clemson University is sponsoring two programs for high school
students. The program for rising 9th–11th graders is designed to improve
comprehension and double reading speed. Another program for rising 12th
graders, college students, and adults will help participants to double
reading speed and improve comprehension. Call (800) 978-9596 for more
information or to register.
- Camden Military Academy is offering several summer camp options for
high school students: a non-military summer school for 9th–12th graders, an
academic enrichment camp for 7th–9th graders, an outdoor Adventure camp for
6th–9th graders, and a LaCrosse Sports Camp for 9th–12th graders. Information: (800) 948-6291
- Richland Two's Summer High School will run June 15–July 24 at Spring
Valley High School this year.
- Morehouse College in Atlanta will be offering a Summer Institute
(Project Identity) for African-American males entering the 10th and 11th
grades. You can spend June 7–28 at Morehouse, exploring a variety of
interests: creative writing, SAT prep, debate, pre-Calculus, leadership
development, and enrichment activities. The $1400 fee includes meals,
housing, and activities. Application deadline: April 21. Information:
www.morehouse.edu/projectidentity
- Converse College in Spartanburg is accepting applications for four co-educational residential summer workshops to
run June 4–19 on the Converse Campus:
CSI: Converse (forensic science); Young Writers Workshop (poetry, fiction, nonfiction, playwriting); Visual Arts workshop
(drawing and printmaking); Theatre Workshop (acting). Information: Guidance
or www.converse.edu/summerworkshops
- Freshmen, Sophomores, and Juniors: Interested
in politics and a summer experience at Yale, Georgetown, Stanford, or
Princeton? Find out about the Junior Statesmen program for outstanding high
school students. Information and application: counselor or
www.jsa.or/summer/apply
- Rising Juniors and Seniors: Check out the
University of Mississippi’s summer college for high school students.
Eligibility requirements: 3.2 or 25 ACT. Information: counselor or
www.outreach.olemiss.edu/SCHS
- Juniors interested in a U.S. military academy for
college can spend the week of June 6 gaining a better understanding of
the academic, physical, military, and leadership-development programs at
West Point. Students must be in the top fifth of their class, have strong
PSAT scores, and demonstrate leadership potential. Information: counselor
- Claflin University's Upward Bound Math and Science program, also
known as Pursuing Rewards in Math and Science, is a
regional math and science program that offers a highly focused learning
experience for students with sharp minds and can-do spirits. The 2009 UBMS/PRISM
residential program will last six weeks. Tentative dates are June 7–July 18.
Students will receive instruction in mathematics (Algebra II, Geometry,
Pre-Calculus, or Calculus), science (Biology, Chemistry or Physics),
computer concepts, English and Composition, and a foreign language. Senior
students will be assigned to a professional who understand their career goal
and concerns. Each student will complete a research project and portfolio
during the program and learn how to develop research plans, engage in
independent inquiry, and to present findings in written and oral reports.
Information and application:
www.claflin.edu/Student_Development/Math&SciencePrograms.asp
- For information on North Carolina State University programs in engineering, see
your counselor or www.engr.ncsu.edu.
- For programs at Pratt Institute in Brooklyn, NY, in a variety of disciplines, call (718) 636-3669 or (800) 331-0834.
- For Seniors interested in Health careers, Palmetto Health is sponsoring 2009 Summer Healthcare Scholar Program for three weeks in June. Seniors must have a 3.0, be accepted to a SC college for the fall of 2009, and write an essay. Application: counselor
- Columbia College has three residential summer leadership programs for girls with interest and ability in leadership, academic achievement, and community involvement. Contact your counselor to be nominated if you are interested in any of the following:
- LEAD 2009, either June 21–27 or July 26–August 1. Participating Sophomores and Juniors will practice in team building, problem analysis and communication skills. Tuition: $600
- Emerging Leaders, July 12–16. Freshmen will gain the skills necessary for academic and leadership success in high school. Tuition: $500
- LEAD 4, August 9–13, an advanced leadership experience for Juniors
and Seniors who already participated in the LEAD or Emerging Leaders or
have had significant leadership experience. Tuition: $500
- Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors interested in learning about the American free-enterprise system can spend a week in July at Presbyterian College forming mock companies and hearing from experts in economics, diversity, communications, international business, management, and research. Students must be in the top third of their class and demonstrate leadership skills. Applications, available from Guidance, are due May 1. Cost: $50 registration fee upon acceptance—all expenses for the dorms and meals are covered by scholarships for those who are accepted.
- Rising Juniors and Seniors: check out the University of Mississippi’s summer college for high school students. Eligibility requirements: 3.2 or 25 ACT. Information: counselor or
www.outreach.olemiss.edu/SCHS
- Emerging Public Leaders is Furman’s service-oriented week-long (June 21–27) leadership program for rising Seniors. The program is free of charge to all students who are selected to participate. Information/application: counselor or Erin Mercer, erin.mercer@furman.edu or (864) 294-3276
- Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh has several summer pre-college programs available to students interested in fine arts, architecture, music, drama, and more. Cost varies by program. Information/application: counselor or www.cmu.edu/enrollment/pre-college or (412) 268-2082
- Savannah College of Art and Design has two summer programs for
high school students:
- Rising Star is a five-week residential program for advanced students
who have completed their Junior year. A GPA of 3.0 and a 10–20-piece
portfolio is required for admission. 10 hours of college credit is
awarded to students who successfully complete the program. Tuition:
about $7500
- SCAD Summer Seminars are one-week residential programs in Atlanta and Savannah for students who have completed grades 9, 10, or 11. Students participate in two five-day workshops, receive individualized instruction, and have access to state-of-the-art facilities. Tuition: about $1100. Applications for all summer programs are available online at
www.scad.edu/summer or contact an admission rep at
(800) 869-7223
- Middle and high school students are invited to Clemson University's Summer Science, Engineering and Architecture Academic Enrichment Program. Students take classes in life, earth and physical sciences, engineering, mathematics, psychology, architecture, landscape architecture, economics and communications. They live in college dormitories, eat in the dining hall and experience campus life along with other students from throughout the United States and other countries. Information:
www.clemson.edu/summerscience
- Clemson University and The Princeton
Review are offering three different week-long SAT Summer Camps on campus
this year. This residential camp will provide 18 hours of SAT test-taking
instruction, three free practice exams, and a chance to learn about
campus life at Clemson. Total course price is $900, including dormitory fee,
access to Fike Recreational Center, Cooper Library passes, swimming,
movies, talent show, and more. Space is limited—students are encouraged to sign up by May 1. To enroll: (704) 367-0393 or
PrincetonReview.com
- Rising Sophomore and Junior girls are invited to participate in a 10-day leadership workshop program at Val-Kill, the home or Eleanor Roosevelt in Hyde Park, NY, this summer. This program will include creative expression, physical activity, and field trips to the UN and UNICEF in New York. Qualified applicants will demonstrate a commitment to community service and social justice, academic achievement, maturity, and leadership potential. There are three sessions between June 27 and August 2 and the $2000 fee covers all accommodations, meals, and trips as well as many more activities. Information: counselor or
www.ervk.org
- Is your child interested in a summer residential experience in
Philadelphia, Pa.? The Julian Krinsky Camps and Programs offer educational
and pre-college summer programs to high school students. Information:
counselor or www.jkcp.com
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