Mount SaintJosephHigh School
Summer Program Information
2012
Updated 4/18/12
*This page will be updated regularly as new program information is sent to us*
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Program / Dates / Criteria, Description / Contact/Application InformationScience and Engineering Apprenticeship Program / Not specified / Eight week summer research opportunities at participating Office of Naval Research laboratories (labs are located in AZ, CA, FL, MD, MI, PA, RI, VA, and DC). This opportunity includes a stipend of $3,075. Students must be at least 16 years old (graduating seniors are allowed to apply) / For more information and to apply:
email:
Phone: 1-888-715-ASEE
National Conservation Crews / Various dates throughout the summer / If you are currently in high school, between 15 and 19, and looking for tuition-free opportunities to serve planet earth, SCA's National Conservation Crews are for you.
-Gain hands-on conservation and outdoor skills
-Tuition-free program includes an adventure trip
-3-5 week projects in parks and forests
-Crews of 6-8 students are led by 2 trained adult leaders
-Camping equipment and meals provided / Find out more and apply online at
Carnegie Mellon
Pre-College Programs / June 30- August 10, 2012 / Carnegie Mellon University offers students entering junior or senior year of high school the opportunity to study in an intense college setting for six weeks in our of seven distinct pre-college programs:
-Architecture
-Art
-Design
-Drama
-Music
-Advanced Placement (taking 2 college courses for credit)
-Game Academy (students learn interactive game development and will learn how their education can lead to a career in the interactive digital media field) / To find out more about the Pre-College Programs, visit
University of Maryland Young Scholars Program / July 8-27, 2012 / The Young Scholars Program invites high school students with exceptional ability and promise to an amazing pre-college experience at the University of Maryland. As a Young Scholar, you pursue academic interests, discover career opportunities, and earn three university credits. Dynamic faculty challenges you to explore bold ideas and new ways of learning. During three unforgettable weeks you in engage in creative problem solving with equally talented peers from across the US and around the world.
Applications will be accepted beginning February 14, 2012 (enrollment is competitive and contingent upon space available). Residential and commuter packages available. / Email:
Website:
Catholic University Experiences in Architecture Pre-College Summer Workshop / July 9-27, 2012 / The Experiences in Architecture program at The Catholic University of America is an intense three-week workshop for students interested in architecture or other design-related fields. Students are exposed to both the academic and the professional sides of the architecture arena, as the city of Washington, D.C. becomes their classroom. / Contact: David Shove-Brown
Director:Experiences in Architecture
The Catholic University of America
School of Architecture and Planning
Washington, DC 20064
Email:
Phone: 202-319-5786
Website:
Oxbridge Academic Programs / Summer 2012 / Summer programs are available in New York, Oxford, Cambridge, Paris, Montpellier, and Barcelona. Programs are aimed at advanced high school students who have the desire and motivation to enrich themselves intellectually while becoming immersed in a foreign culture. Over 100 different courses are offered from Archeology to Zoology. Program sin France and Spain also offer language courses. / Full brochures are available in the Guidance Office.
For any further information, contact 1-800-828-8349 or visit their website:
The Kenyon Review Young Writers Workshop / Session 1: June 24- July 7, 2012
Session 2: July 15-28, 2012 / The Kenyon Review Young Writers Workshop is a two-week creative writing adventure for high school students at Kenyon College’s campus in Gambier, OH.
Applications must include a short essay, teacher’s letter of recommendation, and a high school transcript. Scholarships are available if a parent completes the financial aid form. / More information and applications may be found online at
Deadline: March 1, 2012
NYU Precollege Summer Program / July 2- August 10, 2012 / This program offers rising high school juniors and seniors the opportunity to take up to two college-level courses at the Washington Square campus. Courses taken for credit are taken with current NYU students and taught by faculty. Topics include anthropology, computer science, languages, music, and psychology. Students will have the option to live in on-campus housing with other precollege students. Opportunities will also be offered to attend college-planning sessions and a summer college fair.
Scholarships are available. / Visit the website for the most up-to-date information:
For questions, contact:
Email:
Phone: 212-998-2292
Applications will be available beginning February 1. Deadline to apply is March 1, 2012.
The Jonathan R. Reynolds Young Writers Workshop / June 12-19, 2011 / Denison University’s summer program in creative writing. Current sophomores, juniors, and seniors are eligible to apply. 30-36 energetic, talented students from a variety of backgrounds across the US will be accepted. Financial assistance is available for those who need it. / Find information about the program, photos, a blog, and applications at:
Application Deadline: March 8, 2011
For questions:
Email:
Phone: 740-587-6207
The American Legion 2011 Maryland Boys State Program / June 17-23, 2012 / This year’s Boys State Program will be held at Washington College (Chestertown, MD). The program’s aim is to expose current high school juniors to the United States Constitutional form of government. The program will emphasize the necessity of their future active participation as a citizen in the government process to insure continuing freedoms and rights.
This is a week of learning and group participation for the students. They are required to work as a team under the close supervision of The American Legion Counselors. / See Mrs. Doutrich in the Guidance Office for a copy of the application or for more information.
Applications must be received by April 15, 2012
American University High School Summer Programs / Program 1: July 9-27, 2012
Program 2: July 9- August , 2012
Program 3: July 9- August 3, 2012 (online program) / American University invites you to enroll in Community of Scholars, a high school summer program at AU’s School of International Service, the largest school of international affairs.
Students will broaden their understanding of international affairs by enrolling in a 3-credit college class in foreign policy, international conflict resolution, or global health and the environment. Small, seminar-style classes enable professors to challenge and engage students. The courses are complemented with guest speakers, visits to DC sites such as the State Department and Pentagon, and workshops to build college skills. / Learn about our different course options at
or email us at .
Applications will be accepted beginning February 1, 2012 and will be considered until all spaces in the program are filled.
Sewanee Environmental Institute (SEI) Pre-college Field Studies / June 24- July 7, 2012 /
SEI’s Pre-College Field Studies Experience is
- designed for students who are passionate about the outdoors
- for those that want to advance their knowledge and skills in the study of the environment
- held on the campus of the University of the South in Sewanee,
- for rising high school juniors and seniors with a history of academic success
/ Deadline to apply is April 10.
For more information about the SEI program, highlights, cost and an application, please go to:
Irish Life Experience Summer Program / June 28- July 22, 2012 / Discover Ireland with the Irish Life Experience-an unforgettable summerjourney to Ireland for young adults-June 28-July 22, 2012. Applications arenow being accepted for the Irish Life Experience, a four-week studyabroad program for American and Canadian teenagers. Emphasizing culture,education, travel, and fun, the Irish Life Experience strives to ensureeach student's experience is unique and unforgettable. Students areintroduced to Ireland's welcoming and friendly people, magical andbeautiful landscape, and rich heritage and tradition, all of which willbe celebrated through structured classes and tours. / For more information, go to our website: call 866-960-9215
or find us on Facebook under the Irish Life Experience, LLC Group, Fan Page, and Twitter.
Naval Academy Summer 2012 STEM Program / Rising 10th graders: June 11-16, 2012
Rising 11th graders: June 18-23, 2012 / The United States Naval Academy focuses on four areas during the Summer STEM Program: Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics. This program is designed to encourage rising 8th-11th graders to pursue a course of study in engineering and technology throughout high school and college.
Selection is based on the following criteria:
-Student accomplishments in the classroom
-Student accomplishments outside the classroom
-Geography
All students selected to participate will receive a full scholarship to attend the camp, which includes your room and board, meals, as well as a variety of materials. Plan on bringing extra cash for snacks and souvenirs. / Applications are available at
(The 2012 application will be available January 17, 2012)
Broadreach Summer Adventure Learning Programs / Worldwide summer adventure learning programs for middle school, high school and college students including marine biology, scuba, sailing, language immersion, medicine, culture, arts, community service and leadership adventures. Program locations include the Caribbean, Central and South America, Canada, Australia, China, India, South Africa, Egypt, France, the Solomon Islands and Fiji. Many Broadreach programs qualify for college credit and all incorporate a community service component ranging from 5-55 hours. Multiple certifications including PADI scuba certifications, IYT sailing certifications and Wilderness First Responder are offered, and trips are 14-31 days in length in June, July and August. / For more information:
1-888-833-1907
Or 919-256-8200
Email:
University of Notre Dame School of Architecture Career Discovery / June 17-29, 2012 / The University of Notre Dame School of Architecture’s Career Discovery is one of the top programs in the US for high school juniors and seniors who want to learn more about studying architecture before they get to college.
Geared towards those who are considering an architecture program, participants not only learn architectural history but also skills and responsibilities required in contemporary architectural practice. During the 13-day program, students participate in design studios, architecture seminars, and field trips to see exemplary architecture first hand. / Learn more at:
For more information contact
Heather Spaulding, 574-631-2322
Daniel Fox Youth Scholars Institute (Lebanon Valley College) / June 25-29, 2012 / This residential summer program allows students to complete challenging academic activities, learn about career opportunities in their chosen career fields, develop the skills needed to successfully navigate the social side of college life, and demonstrate to others a firm interest in higher education. / More information about the institute and their 2012 educational programs can be found at
Deadline to apply is March 23, 2012
University of Delaware Summer College 2011 / July 7- August 11, 2012 / Students spend five weeks with other motivated high school sophomores and juniors. Students live together in an air-conditioned residence hall while taking freshman-level courses for college credit- applicable to UD and most other accredited colleges and universities.
Summer College students work hard and play hard. They enjoy trips to major metropolitan areas up and down the East Coast, as well as Delaware beaches. Recreational facilities, including fitness centers and swimming pools, as well as the library, dining halls, and student centers are open for students to use and enjoy. / For more information:
phone: 302-831-6560
email:
HCC Kids on Campus Program / Programs run throughout the summer with both half and full day options / Courses provide wonderful enrichment options and the offerings this summer cover a wide variety of subject areas for ages 7-17. Classes being offered in Summer 2012 will be posted to their website in February. / For more information and to register:
Registration for Summer 2012 begins on February 8, 2012
Summer Study Programs
-Penn State
-Univ of CO at Boulder
-Univ of VT / Varies by program and location / Offering both full college credit as well as enrichment programs, including SAT and ACT prep classes. Programs range from 2 weeks to 6 weeks. / For information about each program, including course offerings, as well as to apply visit:
PROMYS-
Program in Mathematics for Young Scientists
(Boston University) / Six-week summer program (check website for dates) / An extensive experience in creative mathematical exploration that will be offered to approximately 75 ambitious high school students with an exceptionally strong interest in mathematics.
PROMYS is a six-week residential program, with a cost of $2,700 (financial assistance is available).
Applications will be available in January 2012. They are accepted on a rolling basis with a deadline of May 15, 2012 / Applications are available online at
If you would like more information:
617-353-2563
American Farm School- Greek Summer Program / June 24- July 31, 2012 / The Greek Summer (GS) program was created in 1970 by AFS to offer young Americans an unmatched opportunity to be immersed in a foreign culture, challenging them physically and emotionally. Every summer a select group of high school students leaves for Greece on the GS program - a five and a half week odyssey that uniquely combines community service, village home-stay, travel, and an introduction to the American Farm School for a once-in-a-lifetime learning experience. Participants spend a short time at the School, but the core of the program is time spent living with a family in a small Greek village where they undertake a much needed community service project. Students are presented with a certificate for their service hours at the end of the program. / For further details regarding the program please visit
Elijah Cummings Youth Program in Israel / ECYP is a free two-year fellowship for current high school sophomores. Grounded in the historic intent of strengthening relationships between the African-American and Jewish communities, they have fostered positive relationships between all ethnic communities within the 7th congressional district since 1998. Each year, they select 12 diverse fellows who reach these goals through the program’s three components: 1) biweekly diversity/conflict resolution workshops, 2) a summer cross-cultural experience in Israel, and 3) community service opportunities in Baltimore.
Applicants must reside or attend school in the 7th congressional district. / Applications are available online at
Johns Hopkins Summer Pre-College Programs / Multiple sessions throughout the summer / Pre-college offers students the opportunity to seek out challenges beyond their regular educational experience. Hopkins’ summer courses give academically talented high school students a chance to experience college life and earn college credit. / For academic and residential information, course listings, and to apply online, please visit:
or call 410-516-4548
Pratt Institute Pre-College Program / July 9- August 3, 2012 / Each summer, virtually 400 high school students seize the opportunity to experience college-level study in Pratt Institute’s Pre-College program. The schedule consists of two (2) college credit-bearing classes and two (2) non-credit pass/fail courses designed to supplement he core curriculum, as well as lectures and cultural and social events. Classes meet Monday-Friday with extra-curricular activities scheduled in the evenings and weekends. Pre-College students select their “major” modeled after Pratt’s undergraduate offerings. / For more information on Pratt’s Pre-College curriculum and to apply, please visit (scroll down and select the Pre-College link).
Capstone Business Leadership Academy (The University of Alabama) / June 11-20, 2012
July 9-18, 2012 / The Capstone Business Academy is a 10-day residential summer program designed for academically exceptional rising high school seniors interested in obtaining an education and pursuing a career in business. Participants interact on an individual basis with University professors and working professionals through a variety of presentations and experiences.
Minimum requirements
Grade: Senior in Fall 2012
GPA: 3.4 unweighted; ACT: 27; SAT: 1210 (CR+M); or PSAT: 180
*Applications are accepted and considered for scores slightly below requirements. / For more information and to apply, visit
Drexel University Summer Institutes / (see website for schedule info) / Each summer Drexel University offers highly motivated and talented high school students the opportunity to explore what college life is all about. In workshops led by Drexel faculty, using state-of-the-art labs and facilities, students will gain a new understanding of the undergraduate experience.
For a detailed list of programs, including schedules and application information, visit /
Boston University High School Programs / Varies by program / These programs provide a preview of college life, combining academic challenge and a strong social community.
-High School Honors
-Research Internship in Science and Engineering
-Summer Challenge
-Summer Preview
Each program also includes a beneficial presentation by experienced BU Admissions officers, focusing on the best strategies for the college application process. /
Summer Institute for the Gifted / Varies by program/location / Through 26 years of experience and resources in gifted academic enrichment programs, SIG provides a unique environment for gifted and talented students to connect with peers. Residential locations include:
-Amherst College (MA)
-Bryn Mawr College (PA)
-Dartmouth College (NH)
-Emory University (GA)
-Princeton University (NJ)
-UC Berkeley (CA)
-UCLA (CA)
-UT Austin (TX)
-Vassar College (NY)
-Yale University (CT) / For more detailed information and to apply visit
Blue Ridge Summer Institute for Young Artists / June 17- July 8, 2012 / Located on the campus of Sweet Briar College, BLUR is a co-ed summer arts program for high school students interested in theater, visual arts, and creative writing. All participating students receive an iPad plus two hours of college credit upon successful completion of the program. / For more information, visit