Acting Abroad
Acting Abroad is pleased to announce that we are making available scholarship awards of up to 75% of the cost of tuition to our program, The Summer Actors Intensive 2008 in Normandy, France. This is a wonderful opportunity for motivated high school students to combine a travel abroad experience with the serious study of acting. We encourage you to take a look at our website: http://www.actingabroad.com
The award is open to any student grades 9-12 who has a solid academic record and a desire to further their study of acting. The amount of the award will be decided on an individual basis taking both academic achievement and financial need into account.
Interested students should email Andrea Porter, Artistic Director, at andrea@actingabroad.com. Instructions on how to apply will be sent by return email. There is no application deadline. However, students are encouraged to apply as soon as possible as we will be accepting applications and offering awards on an ongoing basis until the program is full.
Adventure Science Center
Your child is invited to join us for a FREE week of science adventure, exploration and fun!
FREE Week of Summer Camp
June 23-27: 3rd & 4th graders
June 30 – July 4: 5th & 6th graders
(no camp on July 4)
July 7 - 11: 3rd & 4th graders
July 14 -18: 5th & 6th graders
8:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m.
Location: Adventure Science Center
Lunch Not Provided
Fill out the attached registration form and mail it to:
Adventure Science Center
Attn: Outreach Coordinator
800 Fort Negley Boulevard
Nashville, TN 37203
For additional information call (615) 401-5066
Don’t Delay...Space is Limited!
Please Note: Not affiliated with Adventure Science Center’s Camp Quest
University of Alabama summer program for high school juniors
We recently mailed a brochure of our summer program, The University of Alabama Capstone Business Leadership Academy, to your school. The 10-day residential program is designed for rising high school seniors (in between their junior and senior years this summer) interested in a business career or education. The program includes workshops with nationally-renowned faculty, executives, and professionals and behind-the-scenes visits to companies and firms. Last year, students from 10 states participated.
Students who participate will also be eligible for special college scholarships to study business; we awarded over $140,000 to last summer's participants alone. We have had many participants from Tennessee in the past few years and hope to have more this summer.
Please visit our website at www.cba.ua.edu/summeracademy.
Aquinas College Summer Scholars
The Summer Scholars program is offered only to high school Juniors who have a 3.50 or better GPA and who would like the opportunity to experience a college classroom during the summer and earn college credit for free. Qualified students can take up to 2 classes tuition-free. Students who successfully complete the course will receive a $1000 scholarship if student decides to attend Aquinas College immediately after high school. Students may take course(s) during Summer Session I (June 2 – July1), Summer Session II (July 7 – August 5), or the 10-week Summer Session (June 2- August 5). The deadline to apply is April 15, 2008.Bank of America Student Leaders Program
Juniors or seniors who demonstrate a clear interest in tackling the crucial issues facing communities today and are able to discuss their personal goals and community accomplishments are eligible to participate in a paid summer internship with a designated local community organization to experience first-hand how they can shape their communities – now and in the future. To maximize their experience, the Student Leaders participate in a series of leadership development and community services activities with local Bank of America executives. For more information and to apply online, visit the Neighborhood Excellence Initiative section of www.bankofamerica.com/foundation. A scholarship will be available at a later date for those who have participated in this summer program.
Boston University Summer Program
Boston University would like to invite you to join one of two programs offered for students. The High School Honors program is a six-week residential program in which students can either take two Boston University Undergraduate courses, earning up to eight credits, or conduct scientific research under the guidance of a faculty mentor. Participants must be entering their senior year in fall 2007. The Summer Challenge is a two-week residential program for students entering their sophomore, junior, or senior year in fall 2007. Summer topics this year include business, creative writing, psychology, science, and visual arts. The Summer Challenge Program is ideal for students who wish to explore college-level work without the pressure of grades.
These programs provide academic opportunity, and introduce students to the social dynamics of college life (and the city of Boston). Some examples of activities we have arranged in the past summers include attending a Red Sox game, touring the city, following Boston’s famous Freedom Trail, and enjoying one of New England’s beaches. In the words of some students who have attended the program, the summer programs are “the perfect balance between academics and fun.”
It isn’t too early to think summer. If you have any questions or would like to enroll, please contact:
Alexandra Z. Adams, PhD
Assistant Director
Boston University Summer Team
Phone: 617-353-1378
E-mail: buhssumr@bu.edu
www.bu.edu/summer/highschool
University of Chicago Summer Session
This is an opportunity for rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors. During this session, the student may take undergraduate courses for college credit while studying alongside other high school and college students. These programs explore specialized topics intensively, through hands-on exploration. Some of the opportunities include: ancient Egyptian language, culture, and history, American law and litigation, and field studies in urban society. You may contact Sarah López at 773-834-3792 or by email at slopez@uchicago.edu.
Clemson University - Summer Science, Engineering and Architecture Enrichment Program
Clemson University is offering a Summer Science, Engineering and Architecture Enrichment Program for gifted high school students. The program is designed to stimulate interest in the basic sciences and to foster insight and creativity in the fields of science and architecture. New courses have been added to the program, including four new computer classes.
Requirements include a letter of recommendation from a teacher/guidance counselor, school transcript with GPA, PSAT/SAT/ACT score, and an application with a nonrefundable $200 deposit.
Columbia University Summer High School Programs
Columbia University is supplying summer programs for any 9-12 grade students who wish to be a part of their program. They provide two different programs, one located in New York City, the other located in Barcelona. The courses taught in the New York City program include; sciences, law, business, engineering, politics, arts, college prep, and liberal arts. The studies in Barcelona are history, culture, and language. To participate in the Barcelona program you must be an 11th or 12th grade student, but the New York City program is open to all high school students. To find out more you can visit their website at www.ce.columbia.edu/hs2007.
Computers and Technology at Virginia Tech
Virginia Tech’s College of Engineering invites students to participate in program called Computers and Technology at Virginia Tech. A primary focus of the program is to help develop and sustain the interests of women in engineering and the sciences. Participants will spend the majority of their time involved in hands on activities designed to increase their interest in and knowledge of applications of engineering, math, and science to real world situations. The target population for the program is rising junior and senior high school girls. For additional information and application instructions, visit www.ctech2.eng.vt.edu
Converse College Summer Workshops
June 8-13 2008
For rising 10-12th graders
Early Bird Tuition (by March 15): $675
Regular Tuition: $775
Submission requirements depend on which workshop is attended.
CSI: Converse: a workshop for exploring the world of forensic science by securing a crime scene, gathering clues and processing evidence in science labs
Young Writers Workshop: a community of intellectually curious and motivated writers working to develop talents in poetry, fiction, playwriting and creative nonfiction
Visual Arts Workshop: an opportunity to stretch one’s artistic wings by focusing on contemporary practices in drawing and printmaking
Theatre Workshop: an exciting and rigorous workshop in acting, movement, playwriting and vocal strengthening through the creation of original work
Click here for more information and for an application.
The George Washington University Summer Scholars Program
The GW Summer Scholars program gives students grade 9-11 to experience study programs for academically motivated high school students. In cooperation from the academically rich institution to historic Washington D.C., The George Washington University provides the once in a lifetime experience that can be beneficial to the college process. Students have the option of attending 10-day minicourses, offered to 9th through 11th grade students, which serve to provide students with academic exploration and applied learning through intensive, highly interactive seminars, guest lectures and site visits. The 6 week courses provide the opportunity for academically motivated students to enroll in undergraduate classes for college credit, while experiencing the college experience. If you have any question, see your high school guidance counselor or visit the summer program website at www.summerscholars.gwu.edu.
The Junior Statesmen Summer School
The Junior Statesmen Summer School is an exciting opportunity for student leaders. Located on the campuses of Georgetown, Princeton, Yale, and Stanford, this unique program includes three core components:
A Rigorous Curriculum: Students enroll in college-level courses taught by university professors. Classes include AP U.S. History, AP U.S. Government, U.S. Foreign Policy, Constitutional Law, and AP Comparative Government.
Student Debates: Participants create and run a legislative body patterned after the U.S. Congress where they debate contemporary political issues.
Exciting Speaker Programs: At each session, students meet and question leaders in government and the media, bridging classroom studies with the real world of politics.
You must be nominated for this program. See your guidance counselor for brochure and nomination forms.
Julian Krinsky Programs
We offer exciting and enriching programs for talented students age 15 to 18. The students have the opportunity of attending these programs while living in the resident halls of either Princeton University or the University of Pennsylvania
At Princeton University we offer a Pre-College Program http://www.jkcp.com/princeton/, which allows students to choose one major subject and two minor subjects. There are currently thirteen majors and almost 30 minors offered, ranging from Economics and Investing to Philosophy. It is a four-week program that runs from June 29 until July 26.
The programs that we host at the University of Pennsylvania are unique and specialized. The programs at Penn include;
Art & Architecture Summer at Penn, http://www.jkcp.com/artsatpenn/, (Undergraduate School of Fine Arts) July 6-August 2
WHYY Film Production, http://www.jkcp.com/film/, (in conjunction with Philadelphia’s Public broadcasting affiliate, WHYY) June 22-July 12 and July 13-August 2
Career Builders Summer Internships, http://www.jkcp.com/internships/, June 22-July 19 and July 20-August 9
International Relations program entitled Model UN, http://www.jkcp.com/modelun/, June 29-July 26.
If you have any questions or thoughts, please feel free to contact me at your convenience. I look forward to the opportunity of welcoming students from your school to Penn or Princeton.
Adrian Castelli
The Julian Krinsky Group
610 South Henderson Rd.
King of Prussia, PA 19406 USA
Tel: 610 265 9401 ext 19
Fax: 610 265 3678
Adrian@jkcp.com
www.jkcp.com, www.thejuliankrinskygroup.com
Meharry Summer Program
MEHARRY MEDICAL COLLEGE MENTORS PROGRAMDEPARTMENT OF OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY
DEADLINE: May 9, 2008
PLEASE SUBMIT TIME FOLLOWING WITH YOUR APPLICATION
Important: Because of the large number of applicants, if all of the following does not accompany your completed application, you will not be considered for placement in this program.
1. One letter of recommendation – letter can be from principal, academic counselor or teacher – letter must be received in a sealed envelope.
2. One page essay of long term goals – typed in 12 font, double-spaced)
3. Official copy of your most recent transcript
Mail your completed application packet to: Sandra Anderson Williams, Program Manager, Meharry Medical College, Department of OB/GYN, 1005 Dr. D. B. Todd Blvd., Nashville, TN 37208
DEADLINE: May 9, 2008
For additional information or questions, contact Sandra Williams, Program Manager at mentorship@mmc.edu
MTSU Freshman Summer Institute
This summer program allows admitted MTSU students to participate in classes and other stimulating activities with a group of your peers before the fall semester. This five week period allows you to get a jump-start on your college career and receive free tuition for six college credits before the fall semester. Courses offered are University 1010 and Speech (Fundamentals of Communication 2200).
Requirements:
- Must be admitted to MTSU
- Must complete both past and current year FAFSA applications
- Must fill out application, including résumé, which is due by April 1
- Must write an essay of no more than a page indicating why you are interested in attending the institute and why you feel you are deserving of a scholarship
Applications will be screened, and successful applicants may be interviewed twice prior to being admitted to the institute. Accepted applicants will be notified by April 30, and slots will be filled based on date of receipt of the application.
Nashville Bar Association Internship
The Nashville Bar Association is seeking the best and brightest young minority high school students for participation in the 2008 High School Summer Internship Program. The focus of this program is to expose minority junior and senior high school students to the legal profession while giving them a 7 week internship with a legal employer. Students will be hired at $6.50- $7.50 to serve as runners, filing clerks, or administrative assistants. Interns will work 8 hours every workday from June 2, 2008 to July 18, 2008. Criteria for the internship will be:
- Submission of application including a written essay demonstrating the applicant’s goals with the topic: “Why are you interested in a career in law? How do you think the 2008 High School Summer Internship Program will help you achieve your goal?”
- Submission of 2 letters of recommendation from teachers, counselors, or prior employers.
- Maintenance of a solid “C” average or better in school and a good attendance record.
- An interview with the Program Selection Committee
- An interview with the prospective employer (if requested by the employer).
Deadline for applications will be April 11, 2008. For a copy of an application, please click here. For additional questions, please call Traci Hollandsworth at the NBA office at 242-9272.
Pilot Center for Academic Excellence in Intelligence Studies (PCAEIS)
Tennessee State University
This is for students who have an interest in national security and intelligence studies. PCAEIS is hosting Academy of Excellence in Government Intelligence Studies (AEGIS) this summer June 13-20. Their goal is to provide rising-juniors and rising-seniors opportunities to explore different aspects of the Intelligence Community as well as insight into IC related careers. This is an all expenses paid experience that includes a $500 stipend to students who successfully complete the seven day academy. Critical thinking skills, problem-solving, and ethics scenarios and several field trips are activities that the academy has planned for students to do. There are a limited number of spots-16 girls and 16 boys. Requirements are that the student is a US citizen and have at least a 3.0 GPA. The deadline to apply is April 25. Please call Pamela Bobo (615) 963-2573 or e-mail her at pbobo@tnstate.edu34 963-2573 or e-mail her at pbobo@tnstate.edu. To learn more about this program and to download the application visit www.tnstate.edu/pcaeis.
Princeton Review College Discovery Experience
Features of this two-week program include:
- SAT & ACT prep courses
- College Essay Workshops to help craft an outstanding essay
- College Interviews prep
- expert guidance to help narrow college choices & pick the right one
- college campus visits 5 days a week
- meetings with college admissions
- expert admissions advice
- introduction to campus living & college life
College campuses include:
--Northeastern University, Boston: tuition $3399
--UCLA, Los Angeles: tuition: $3499
--American University, Washington, D.C.: tuition: $3399
For an application, please click here. Application fee is a non-refundable $75, and damage/key security deposit is a refundable $300.
Project Identity
The Project Identity Summer Institute is an intense three week, on-campus experience for rising 10th and 11th graders. It is located on the historic campus of Morehouse College. This federally funded program is designed to stimulate interest in college attendance among African-American and other minority males. Curriculum consists of Algebra II and Precalculus, Philosophy and Logic, Creative Writing, Leadership Development, and SAT Prep. The program fee is $400 which includes meals, on-campus housing, classroom materials, and extracurricular activities. The actual institute is June 7-28, 2008, and the application deadline is on April 1, 2008. For more information, visit the official website.
QuestBridge College Prep Scholarship
QuestBridge College Prep Scholarships will equip outstanding, low-income juniors with the ability to compete for admission to top-ranked colleges.
College Prep awards include:
- Full scholarships to college summer school programs at Harvard, Stanford, Notre Dame, and Yale
- College admissions counseling provided by QuestBridge
- Invitations to QuestBridge College Admissions Coferences at Stanford and Yale
- All-expense-paid visits to top-ranked colleges
The College Prep Scholarship application is free of charge and is due March 31, 2008. For more information visit www.questbridge.org
Summer at Georgetown University
Summer at Georgetown is a series programs offered to high school students to help them get ready for college and other types of secondary education. The unique courses and programs allow for the student to gain college credit at one of America’s distinguished colleges. During this program students will also have the opportunity to acquire knowledge from some of the world’s most influential policymakers and academic experts. Although applicants are admitted on a rolling basis, admission is competitive and early applications are encouraged. In addition, limited partial tuition scholarships are also available. For more information contact Veronica DiConti at (202) 687-5935 or e-mail at vdd2@georgetown.edu. Applications can be downloaded at summer.georgetown.edu.
TSCPA: Tennessee Society of Certified Public Accountants
7th Annual Accounting Academy—FREE! (other than $25 refundable deposit)
Apply by April 18; include teacher/guidance counselor recommendation and brief essay
Date: July 20-July 23, participants will live on campus at Belmont University (3 nights)
Activities:
-interactive business case studies
-a review of ethics
-presentations by business leaders/tours of several large corporations
For more information, an application, and the agenda for the accounting academy, please go here.
Washington University in St. Louis High School Summer Scholars Program
Washing University in St. Louis is hosting a summer program that will allow rising seniors to spend five weeks on campus, take up to seven units of college coursework for college credit, and participate in a myriad of social outings. This program could be the perfect springboard for bold, driven students on their way to obtaining a higher education. For information about this program visit their site at summerscholars.wustl.edu or contact Marsha Hussung, director of the High School Summer Scholars Program, at (866) 209-0691 or (314) 9350-6834.
Worchester Polytechnic Institute Frontiers
WPI Frontiers is a two-week residential program for soon-to- be juniors and seniors. It will be held July 13 – 25, 2008. WPI Frontiers blends science, technology and engineering programs such as robotics, computer science, and chemistry with communication workshops and diverse social activities. Participants get an incredible experience working with WPI faculty using state-of-the art equipment. Applications can be found at www.wpi.edu/+frontiers, and are due on May 31st along with a copy of transcript, and a recommendation.
Worchester Polytechnic Institute Strive
WPI Strive is a one week, residential program focused on the hands-on exploration of engineering, math and science for African American, Latino and American Indian high school students. It will be held July 6 -12. Participants learn more about potential careers and explore various fields in science and engineering by engaging in labs facilitated by a dedicated team of WPI faculty and students. Applications can be found at www.wpi.edu/+strive, and are due March 28, 2008.
The Young Women’s Institute
This year, the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University will be hosting two sessions of the Young Women’s Institute. This program allows young women to learn about career options in the field of business as well as explore the Indiana University campus. Students who are selected must have a GPA minimum of 3.5/4.0 and must fill out an application including a short essay, high school transcript, and a letter of recommendation. The sessions will be held from June 1-6 and again from June 8-13, and the deadline to apply is March 30. Applicants will be notified of their status via postal mail. For applications, please visit http://www.kelley.iu.edu/ugrad/ywi.
If you have more questions, please contact Kathleen Robbins at kammeyer@indiana.edu or call 812-855-4474.