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If you’re passionate about making a difference while creating a sustainable business, social entrepreneurship might just be your calling. Let’s explore how you can blend purpose with profit and become a change-maker in your community!

What is Social Entrepreneurship?

Social entrepreneurship combines the best of both worlds: innovative business practices and a strong commitment to social impact. Unlike traditional businesses that focus solely on profit, social enterprises aim to solve societal challenges, from environmental issues to inequality. Think of it as a way to use your entrepreneurial skills for good!

Inspiring Social Entrepreneurs to Watch

1. Blake Mycoskie - Founder of TOMS Shoes, Blake started with a simple idea: for every pair of shoes sold, a pair is donated to a child in need. TOMS has since expanded into eyewear and water initiatives, making a global impact.

2. Leila Janah - Founder of Samasource, Leila’s mission was to reduce poverty by providing digital work to people in impoverished areas. Samasource has helped lift thousands out of poverty through technology.

Tips to Start Your Own Social Enterprise

1. Identify a Cause You Care About: Passion drives purpose. Find a social issue that resonates with you and align your business idea with it.

2. Create a Sustainable Business Model: Ensure your venture can sustain itself financially while making a social impact.

3. Engage Your Community: Collaborate with like-minded individuals, organizations, and your local community to amplify your impact.

4. Measure Your Impact: Track your progress and impact regularly. Transparency builds trust and shows your commitment to the cause.

Join the Movement!

Are you ready to be a catalyst for change?

Until next time,

The LaunchX Team

P.S. Don’t forget to share your social entrepreneurship stories with us! Tag @LaunchX on social.

Ready to change the world? Let’s do it together!

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University of Massachusetts, Amherst - Reading & Writing the Graphic Novel - Summer Academic Program

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University of Massachusetts, Amherst - Reading & Writing the Graphic Novel - Summer Academic Program

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Reading & Writing the Graphic Novel - Application Deadline Extended to 5/29/24

Please share this summer opportunity with your students!

Summer Pre-College Program for High School Students
June 30 - July 13, 2024

High school students: come to UMass this June and explore your creative side under the guidance of veteran comic book and graphic novel editor and professor N.C. Christopher Couch.

You will explore the diversity of graphic novels and learn how writers conceptualize works, create stories and scripts, and work with artists, while spending 2 weeks on the UMass Amherst campus.

Join Prof. N.C. Christopher Couch, lecturer in the UMass Department of Languages, Literatures & Cultures, famed author, curator, and veteran comic book and graphic novel editor. Prof. Couch is also a judge for the 2024 Eisner Awards, the “Oscars of comics.”

Reading will include graphic novels such as Raina Telgemeier’s Smile, Mariko and Jillian Tamaki’s This One Summer, and Art Spiegelman’s Maus.

Plus works on how to create comics and graphic novels by Will Eisner, Scott McCloud, Matt Madden, and other artist-writer-educators in the field.

You will analyze graphic novels, study the many methods for creating literary and visual stories, and learn how to create their own works.

Also included are field trips to local arts venues that feature collections and other resources related to comics and graphic novels.

Full details and description: https://www.umass.edu/uww/programs/pre-college/residential/graphic-novel.

This in-person, residential program includes:

Housing in the modern, fully air-conditioned Commonwealth Honors College Residential Community

3 meals/day with UMass Dining, ranked #1 in the U.S. for campus food by the Princeton Review

Evening and weekend social activities

Click below to apply! Questions? Email us at precollege@umass.edu.

Join Us at UMass Amherst!

High school students in grades 9 - 12 are welcome to apply! Application deadline is 5/29/24.

Apply Now

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We are excited to share our upcoming visit opportunities and hope you'll consider sharing with students who would benefit from these programs!

Women in STEM
WiSTEM is a free event for rising high school juniors and seniors focusing on the experiences of students whose gender identity has been historically underrepresented in STEM, particularly those who identify as female, non-binary, or gender expansive.

Application Deadline:  Sunday, June 16, 2024
Program Date: August 8 -  August 9
Optional Athletics Program on August 7
View Additional Details Here

Caltech Up Close
CUC is an all-expense paid visit designed for U.S. and U.S. territory high school seniors of exceptional promise and will focus on the experiences of students from historically underserved backgrounds in STEM. These backgrounds may include but are not limited to sex, gender, first-generation to college, low-income, DACA/undocumented, and rural students.

Application Opening: Wednesday, June 12, 2024
Program Date: October 12 - October 15
View Additional Details Here

Interested students may apply to both of our programs. Application and acceptance into WiSTEM would not disqualify any student from being selected to attend Caltech Up Close. If you have questions please do not hesitate to reach out to us at ugadmissions@caltech.edu.

We hope you have a great summer break!

Caltech Undergraduate Admissions

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Duke University, Georgetown University, Harvard University, University of Pennsylvania, and Stanford University - Regional Information Session

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Duke University, Georgetown University, Harvard University, University of Pennsylvania, and Stanford University - Regional Information Session

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EXPLORING COLLEGE OPTIONS

STUDENTS

Programs | FAQs

Exploring College Options is a special informational program sponsored by the undergraduate admissions offices of five of the country's leading universities: Duke University, Georgetown University, Harvard University, the University of Pennsylvania, and Stanford University.

Representatives from each university will present information about their institution, discuss the application process, and answer questions on how to put together a strong and reflective application. Each program will end with breakout sessions where representatives will answer questions about their specific school and the application process. We are offering both in-person and virtual programs, with each program featuring the same content.

IN-PERSON PROGRAMS

Click on the links below to register and read more information about each event. Space is limited, so register as soon as possible. Student programs are held in the evenings.

District of Columbia
Washington | Thursday, May 16, 2024

VIRTUAL PROGRAMS

All virtual programs are listed in Eastern Daylight Time.

Sunday, May 19, 2024 | 5:00 PM
Monday, May 20, 2024 | 7:00 PM

If you have questions about accessibility or these programs in general see our FAQs.

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Georgetown University, Pre College Online Program

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Georgetown University, Pre College Online Program

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Students Can Earn College Credit Online With Georgetown

If you have a high school student with a passion for biology or psychology, our college credit courses in these subjects could be a great fit.

Each course features dynamic video lessons taught by renowned Georgetown faculty and includes access to and support from teaching assistants (TAs).

Even better, the online format allows your student to earn college credit from the comfort of their own home, or anywhere it’s convenient for them.

Students can complete assignments on their schedule, allowing for ultimate flexibility during the busy summer.

Why wait? Encourage your students to delve into topics they love and earn college credit from Georgetown University.

Explore our courses today.

EXPLORE COLLEGE CREDIT COURSES

Sincerely,

Georgetown University Pre-College Online Program

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HULT - International Business School - Summer Program

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HULT - International Business School - Summer Program

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Third Annual Hult IGNITE Summer Business Series:

Get ready to IGNITE their passion for business.

This program is a tuition-free, three-course series centered around relevant and helpful introductory business topics for high school students, led by our world-class faculty in Boston, London, and San Francisco!

Upon completion of all three courses, participating students will receive a Hult IGNITE Business Leader Certificate of Participation from Hult International Business School, which they can add to their resume and utilize in their college applications next fall.

There are limited spaces in this course series, and I wanted to reach out to you specifically because I know that Rochambeau French International School has some really incredible students who could be an excellent fit for this opportunity.

Here are some more details:

What: a series of interactive, college-level, business classes for business-minded high schoolers considering a degree in business. Upon completion of all three classes, students receive Hult IGNITE Business Leader Certificate.

Where: Zoom! Link provided to students individually once they register (Please remind them to check their junk/clutter folders for this link and to add the event to their calendars!)

When: Three consecutive Thursdays –

·       Thursday, June 6, 2024 @ 6pm EST Finance Class - “The Ins and Outs of Real Estate Investment” with Professor Ivan Fernandez

·       Thursday, June 13, 2024 @ 6pm EST – Business Analytics Class - “Unlocking Data with Business Analytics” with Professor Hossein Kattami

·       Thursday, June 20, 2024 @ 6pm EST – Marketing Class - “Tempering Digital Marketing Skills” with Professor Matthew Fisher

How:

Students enroll for this three-part course via the link below. You must register for all three using the drop-down if you wish to receive the certificate after participating.

Space is limited and registration is first-come, first-served.

·       ENROLL HERE by Friday May 31st

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Discover everything you need to know to help your students apply to Towson University in our upcoming 30-minute virtual information session with a TU Admissions counselor.

About Towson University
TU is located in Towson, Maryland, a suburb of Baltimore, in the heart of the mid-Atlantic region. TU is about an hour north of Washington, D.C., and three hours south of New York City. Our proximity to big cities expands the opportunities for jobs, internships and research.

TU offers a wide range of disciplines to choose from with 110+ majors, concentrations, and tracks. Outside the classroom, we have more than 280+ clubs and organizations along with 19 NCAA Division 1 sports teams.

After celebrating the largest first-year student class in university history in 2023, TU was named the No. 1 public university in Maryland, one of the top-10 in the North region and a top-50 public university in the nation in a series of recent rankings by national publications.

MAY22

11:00 A.M.

Register

Feel free to ask any questions you may have during the information session using the convenient online chat feature.

After you register for this event, you'll receive an email confirmation with a link to the virtual information session.

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Dennison College - Summer Tutti Performing Arts Program

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Dennison College - Summer Tutti Performing Arts Program

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We still have a few spots — and some financial aid — available for your rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors for our 8-day residential summer performing arts intensive!

At Summer TUTTI, our students live and learn with peers from across the country and across disciplines. They'll deepen their skills and talents in their chosen area while exploring new ways of making art, guided by Denison professors as well as nationally-acclaimed professional artists and ensembles, like the Grammy Award-winning percussion quartet, Third Coast Percussion, string quartet ETHEL, and members from Available Light Theatre.

We welcome dancers (all styles), instrumentalists (strings, woodwinds, brass, piano, and percussion), composers, students interested in all aspects of theatre-making (acting, directing, designing) and musical theatre! Rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors (age 15-18 by the time of the program) are eligible to apply. Financial support is available for families with need.

This year’s program runs from June 22-30, 2024.

Apply to Summer TUTTI

We hope you'll help us by encouraging your interested students to apply! For more information, please visit summertutti.denison.edu.

The final application deadline is May 10, 2024. If you have any questions, please contact us at summertutti@denison.edu or at 740-587-5761.

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Rice University Precollege Program is a Great Summer Adventure

How are summer plans shaping up? Are your students busy with internships and vacations? Or do they have nothing planned? Whether your students have a busy or slow summer ahead, our Rice University Precollege Program could be the perfect enriching activity to add to their summer.

The format is so flexible, they can study anytime, anywhere, at their own pace. Lessons are delivered through dynamic videos and interactive tools, and we offer a wide range of topics for them to discover.

Please share this email with your students and their parents. Also, we encourage you to pass along our program flyer (printable or can be shared digitally) which includes key details about our courses.

EXPLORE OUR COURSES

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University of Scranton - Cyber/AI Investigation Camp

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University of Scranton - Cyber/AI Investigation Camp

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This summer students are invited to a three-day Cyber-AI Investigation Camp July 9-11, hosted by the University of Scranton! This is an opportunity for high school students (rising 10th-12th graders) to enjoy an exciting exploration in cybersecurity and cyber investigation experience in the AI age.

The Cyber-AI Investigation Camp will focus on increasing student interest in cybercrime investigation by teaching cybersecurity knowledge, safe online behavior, and cyber forensics investigation. Camp participants will engage in hands-on explorations of the many aspects of cybersecurity including foundations of cybersecurity, cyber law, ethical hacking, AI, and digital forensics investigation techniques.

The cost for the 3-day camp is $399. On-campus dormitories and meals are available from the evening of July 8 through July 11, for an additional fee.

Camp participants will explore the world of cyber investigation with experts in the field through fun, real-world learning experiences enhanced by teacher-student interaction. Camp activities include hands-on exercises, interactive lectures, games, and career exploration.

A typical camp day starts at 9 am and ends at 3 pm. On the 3rd day of the camp, students will participate in a cybercrime investigation competition. This competition will be held as a team competition in the University’s Cyber-Forensics and Cybersecurity lab.

Students can register for our Cyber-AI Investigation Camp here!

If you have any questions, please reach out to Dr. Michael Jenkins at michael.jenkins@scranton.edu.

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Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) - Summer Programs

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Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) - Summer Programs

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Immersive Summer Opportunities for High School Students

There is still time to join one of RISD's summer program offerings for teens. Explore in-person and online opportunities to develop your art and design practice and portfolio while engaging with like-minded peers. Join now–spaces are limited!

Summer Teen Art Institute at the HD Shanghai School

Last chance to join RISD in Shanghai this summer! This residential program (taught in English) is an exciting opportunity for students to develop their skills, goals and artistic voice while defining strategies for portfolio development and next steps in their visual arts education. Apply for the three-week foundational experience, a two-week major intensive, or the full five-week program.

3-Week Foundations Experience: July 7–27
2-Week Major Intensive: July 28–August 10
5-Week Bundle: July 7–August 10

Applications are reviewed on a rolling, first come-first served basis. If space permits, final applications will be due by May 6 at 12 pm ET.

LEARN MORE & APPLY

Advanced Program Online

Advanced Program Online is designed for high school students in grades 10-12 interested in pursuing art and design in college. Join RISD’s online intensive for changemakers to develop your art practice, learn new ways to collaborate and create a future you’re excited about.

Summer 2024 | Register by June 19
June 22–Aug 18 (2 sessions)

LEARN MORE & REGISTER

Courses for Teens Ages 13–17 In-Person and Online

Explore a new subject, gain fundamental skills, and practice creative problem-solving and collaboration with RISD's teen courses, available in-person at RISD this summer, or fully online anywhere in the world.

BROWSE TEEN IN-PERSON COURSES
BROWSE TEEN ONLINE COURSES

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Spend your summer break with The Cooper Union!

This summer we are offering a combination of in-person and online pre-college courses. Learn more and register using the links below.

Introduction to Architecture
Summer Art Intensive
Summer Writing Program

Sincerely,

Office of Admissions
The Cooper Union
admissions@cooper.edu
@cooper_admissions

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This month, we're offering a sneak peek at our summer Precollege programs, going inside the Stern-Tisch dual degree program, getting advice from a current NYU pre-med student, and looking at the many resources available to NYU undergraduate students.

And, as always, don't forget to follow @MeetNYU on all of your favorite social media platforms!

Leap into College Life & Academics With NYU Precollege

This summer, NYU will welcome high school students to our New York City campus to experience our classes and community with NYU Precollege.
Students can apply to join us by June 12!

READ MORE

More from MEET NYU

Studying Film and Business @ NYU: The Stern–Tisch Dual Degree Program

Have you ever wanted to study the financing side of the film industry? This is possible at NYU thanks to the Stern–Tisch BS/BFA dual degree program. Read on to learn more about this unique track perfect for future media moguls. Read More Here

Tips for an NYU Premed from an NYU Premed

If you’re thinking of pursuing a premed track at NYU, you're not alone. Read on to get first-hand advice from current NYU pre-med student Cesar about what he wishes he had known before beginning his pre-med journey,  what he's learned along the way, and what he's enjoyed most during his time at NYU. Read more here.

Short-Term Study Away: NYU Students Share Their Favorite Experiences

At NYU, you don’t have to study away for a full semester or summer to go abroad. Current student Maggie Sonenshine offers up her favorite memories from her short-term study away in London and shares experiences from students who have taken advantage of short-term opportunities in South Korea, NYU Accra, NYU Berlin, and more. Read more here.

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Colleges Still Accepting Applications for Fall 2024

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Colleges Still Accepting Applications for Fall 2024

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Each year NACAC (the National Association for College Admission Counseling) publishes and updates a list of colleges and universities that are accepting applications after their normal deadlines and notification dates.

If you have any interest in considering additional applications to any of these schools, please consult with your University Counselor.

https://www.nacacnet.org/college-openings-update/

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National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC)

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Participation in the College Openings Update is limited to NACAC member colleges. Primary contacts at NACAC member colleges can complete the form for the first time at https://hub.nacacnet.org/SurveyForm. To make changes after you've submitted a response, log in to https://hub.nacacnet.org, then click on "Edit College Opening Submission" from the left menu. If you need any assistance in completing the survey, please contact research@nacacnet.org. New responses will be added daily.

To download or print this list, please click the three-dot button in the upper right, and a menu with options will appear. Please note that this list is updated daily, and this web page is the best source for the most updated information.

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College Openings Update - National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC)

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College Openings Update 2024 is now available. NACAC's annual College Openings Update: Options for Qualified Students is a voluntary listing of NACAC-member postsecondary institutions that are still accepting applications from prospective first-year and/or transfer students for the upcoming fall term.

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Thanks for joining this week's webinar: How to Make the Most of Your Summer and (Maybe) Build a Self-Directed Project.

You can view the recording of it, as well as access the chat that contains the links to the resources mentioned during the session, below:

Webinar Recording

Button not working? Watch the recording and access the chat here.

With gratitude—
Ethan and The CEG Team

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If this link works, I highly recommend watching this webinar it is highly informative of the college admission process.

https://us02web.zoom.us/rec/play/1j1jrSdwnfjT8nRS8SFcFPm8Qy1Cdtxk-EmZAY8HqRs31xepc7e7k6VIlbbbGfsc7b_-lUw6GNgrQzxD.DXaXDI-UK6Imvg1d?canPlayFromShare=true&from=share_recording_detail&continueMode=true&componentName=rec-play&originRequestUrl=https%3A%2F%2Fus02web.zoom.us%2Frec%2Fshare%2FDafSroMujXjZUozFGk7spZZOJjFSunpvyMYeQqil0BeJAgwWhYYtMxtX37v-9kJQ.yoB2N9AGQ5LtdEHm%3Futm_medium%3Demail%26_hsenc%3Dp2ANqtz-8f3FN1WD-e2OcexPEdzu2zr_FVL-ogdWov0wFZUfv_ABW50eN5wGu7ABwuLg5Of6vs3QD4Qr9f9QoZXkaM9ozwZ0DlEg%26_hsmi%3D302237068%26utm_content%3D302237068%26utm_source%3Dhs_email

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Video Conferencing, Web Conferencing, Webinars, Screen Sharing

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Zoom is the leader in modern enterprise video communications, with an easy, reliable cloud platform for video and audio conferencing, chat, and webinars across mobile, desktop, and room systems. Zoom Rooms is the original software-based conference room solution used around the world in board, conference, huddle, and training rooms, as well as executive offices and classrooms. Founded in 2011, Zoom helps businesses and organizations bring their teams together in a frictionless environment to get more done.

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California Institute of Technology will require SAT or ACT for admission

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California Institute of Technology will require SAT or ACT for admission

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I am writing today to inform you that Caltech will be reinstating the SAT or ACT requirement effective this fall for applicants joining our community for Fall 2025. The official announcement is here, but I wanted to draw your attention to the most important points:

Since our test-free moratorium was put into place, we have seen an increasing number of enrolling students who have taken an exam. For fall 2021, that number was 81%. For the class that entered in fall 2023, more than 95% of students had test scores. These scores were not visible to the admissions office until after final admissions decisions were made.

In our admissions review process, there is one North Star: Caltech is looking for students who are unabashedly and overwhelmingly passionate about STEM and have showcased a clear alignment with our research mission. With this decision, we remain committed to our review process that seeks to identify these most promising STEM scholars. Standardized test scores provide one additional data point in our holistic review process.

Caltech has a distinctive approach to undergraduate admissions that involves both professional admissions staff and faculty. Our faculty are scientists and engineers who always consider all available data and in science, we would never dismiss a variable. Recognizing that more than 95% of our enrolling students have that testing variable (fewer than 10 did not), the admissions reviewers should be able to see it and use that data in the context of the unique circumstances and experiences of students.

My team and I are dedicated to the mission of Caltech and ensuring that our admissions process is identifying the most promising STEM scholars that would thrive at Caltech. Before our application for fall 2025 goes live in August, we will have more detailed communication around our updated application requirements. We deeply appreciate the hard work that you do and wish you the best with the end of the school year.

Regards,

Ashley M. Pallie
Executive Director of Undergraduate Admissions

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Boston University - Summer Journalism Academy

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Boston University - Summer Journalism Academy

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For students thinking about a career in communications or who enjoy writing, have them apply to the Boston University Summer Journalism Academy. Students can choose their session:

Writing and Reporting, offered in-person from June 24 to July 12, 2024, or on-line  two-week sessions starting June 17, July 1, and July 15, 2024

Photojournalism, offered in-person from June 24 to July 12, 2024

In our Writing and Reporting sessions, our award-winning journalists work with students to show them how to follow facts and get to the heart of stories affecting their communities. All students attending our program will have the option to publish one of their stories on our Academy’s website, The Terrier , and use this to in their college essays or add to their portfolios.

Students interested in visual storytelling can apply for our photojournalism sessions. Veteran photojournalist Stephen Haines will help students develop their camera skills and guide them on how to work alongside journalists.

No matter what session students select, they will learn practical skills to apply to any career.

To learn more, visit www.summerjournalism.org. We accept applications on a rolling basis. The final deadline to apply is:

April 19, 2024, for on-campus sessions, and

May 10, 2024, for our online sessions.

Sincerely,

Ermolande Jean-Simon
Student Programs Manager, Boston University Summer Journalism Academy
Email: busji@bu.edu │Website: www.summerjournalism.org

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Harvard University  To Require Submission of SAT or ACT Scores.

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Harvard University  To Require Submission of SAT or ACT Scores.

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Dear Colleague,

Harvard, like other colleges and universities across the country, paused the requirement of standardized test scores at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic when students no longer had reliable access to testing sites. As testing again became available, Harvard continued to use standardized test scores as an optional part of the admissions application, with the guidance that this practice was expected to continue through the admissions cycle for the Class of 2030.

Today, we are announcing that starting with students applying to the Harvard Class of 2029, Harvard College will require the submission of standardized test scores from applicants for admission as part of the whole-person application review process that takes a whole-student approach.

Harvard will accept the SAT or ACT to meet the standardized testing requirement. In exceptional cases, when those are not accessible for a student, one of the following can meet the requirement:
•   AP exam results
•   IB Actual or Predicted Scores
•   GCSE/A-Level Actual or Predicted Results
•   National Leaving Exams Results or Predictions

The decision to return to requiring testing was motivated by a number of important new insights, including research led by Harvard faculty members that confirms the role of standardized testing to help predict college and post college success for students, including those from less-resourced backgrounds, particularly when considered together with other academic credentials. We also know that, when given the choice, many applicants choose not to submit scores. This can disadvantage some students, including low-income and minority applicants, who also may be disadvantaged in other aspects of their application because of lack of academic opportunity.

More information about an applicant, especially such strongly predictive information, can be valuable. Reinstating a testing requirement will bring important and consistent information back into the admissions process. In Harvard’s whole-person review process, testing is just one data point among many considered carefully with the expertise of the admissions committee.

We recognize that this requirement brings certain challenges. Access to testing should never prevent a student from applying to Harvard. In addition to providing alternative test options for those who cannot access the SAT or ACT, our website provides information on sources for no-cost tutoring and test preparation.

Sincerely,

William R. Fitzsimmons
Dean of Admissions and Financial Aid

Joy St. John
Director of Admissions

Jake Kaufmann
Griffin Director of Financial Aid

Erica Bever
Director of Research for Admissions and Financial Aid

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What makes Brown Pre-College different?

Brown Pre-College encourages students to explore their passions, examine their curiosities, and expand their interests. That’s why we provide a rigorous academic experience grounded in Brown’s Open Curriculum.

Course Offerings

Brown Pre-College offers a large and varied selection of courses! With over 300 courses available from environmental studies, medicine, leadership, and law, to psychology, mathematics, creative writing, and history, Brown Pre-College has the course your students are looking for! Click here to explore the 2024 course catalog.

Varied Programs and Locations

Brown Pre-College students are not limited to our Providence campus! Roughly a third of our course offerings are delivered online and allow students to find a learning opportunity that fits them! Or they can explore our off-campus programs both domestically, such as our BELL programs in the Eastern Sierras and Alaska, or immerse themselves internationally in one of our Brown Experiential Education (BEE) programs in places like Rome and Segovia.

Learn more about all of our program offerings.

Open Curriculum

Regardless of which course a student chooses, Brown’s distinctive approach allows students to architect their own education, and assume responsibility for their intellectual development.

At Brown, your students can engage their potential!

Have a question?
Call (401) 863-7900 Monday to Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. EST to get connected to a Program Advisor who can help.

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Pratt Institute - Summer Program for Art, Design, and Architecture 

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Pratt Institute - Summer Program for Art, Design, and Architecture 

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Are you a student who is on the path to becoming an artist, designer, or architect?

With options ranging from one-day workshops, 1-credit Saturday classes during the school year, to a 4-week, 4-credit immersive in-person summer program, Pratt PreCollege aims to meet students where they are in their creative and academic journey.

Learn more about our upcoming programs:

Late Spring 2024–Deadline to Register: April 19, 2024

Portfolio Development Workshop (Online): Learn from the expert! Join Mike Barry, Associate Director of Admissions and artist, in an engaging, 3-hour workshop covering the ins and outs of what makes a compelling portfolio, what a complete application consists of, and the importance of a portfolio for students considering a career and education in art and design. This unique portfolio workshop aims to give students the tools to look critically at their work, set challenges, and develop meaningful practice as they cultivate their unique creative voice. Engage in a culminating live Q&A session for personalized advice and receive the tools to kickstart preparation for college admission.

SUMMER 2024 PRECOLLEGE PROGRAM:

June 2024: Deadlines to Register: Credit: May 1, 2024; NonCredit: May 7, 2024

PreCollege ELL Portfolio (Online):  For students looking to improve their English language skills with an interest in art, design, and architecture, These 30-hour online, noncredit classes for English Language Learners (ELL) run June 3 - July 3, 2024 from 8:00PM - 11:00PM EST. Classes are available in both Written Communication and Oral Communication - students are encouraged to enroll in both classes for a further immersive experience.

Online Summer Courses:  Join us online from June 3 - July 3, 2024 in 1-credit and Non-Credit classes. Credit-bearing classes are modeled after Pratt’s undergraduate curriculum and focus on specific areas of study across the Institute’s offerings such as Architecture, Graphic Design, and Painting and Drawing.

July 2024: Deadline to Register: May 1, 2024

In-Person Summer PreCollege Program:  Enroll in two, 2-credit classes from a list of 19 different concentrations! This immersive, 4-week program takes place on Pratt’s beautiful Brooklyn campus. Residential students live in Pratt residential halls and participate in extracurricular activities such as museum visits and artist lectures.

Have questions about any of the programs? Meet our team on zoom to learn more about upcoming programs with Pratt PreCollege in a virtual Info Session and Q+A!

Thursday, April 11, 2024 at 9am Eastern
Tuesday, April 23, 2024 at 3pm Eastern
Tuesday, May 7, 2024 at 5pm Eastern

Questions about ELL Portfolio? We’re hosting a focused Info Session and Q+A at 6:00PM ET on Wednesday, March 13, 2024 on Zoom. Register here with Eventbrite.

Questions in the meantime? Email our team at precollege@pratt.edu .

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Exceptional students with grade point averages that reflect their abilities in the classroom could be admitted to Washington & Jefferson College without having to submit an application.

That's right! Through our partnership with Niche's direct admission program, your students could be admitted to W&J based upon their Niche profiles and submitting their official high school transcripts.

Your students can then spend the summer and next school year choosing the best college fit for them, rather than worrying about whether they will get in.

Create a free accounts on Niche and add W&J to their lists of schools by clicking the "Add to List" button. We will then be in touch about their admission decisions later this summer.
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Learn More Here.

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Williams College - Fully Funded Visit Opportunity

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Williams College - Fully Funded Visit Opportunity

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Greetings from Williamstown! I'm writing to share that our 2024 Windows on Williams (WOW) application is now available for rising seniors. The WOW fly-in program provides about 150 high-achieving seniors a fully funded opportunity to visit campus and experience the Williams community.

WOW is a selective program open to rising seniors in the U.S. and Puerto Rico; preference is given to high-achieving students who couldn't otherwise afford to visit Williams.

WOW participants stay in dorms with current students, attend classes, meet with professors, and learn about our admission process and our extraordinary financial aid program. There are two ways to apply:

Students may complete the full WOW application form, including a high school transcript (screenshots or pictures of the transcript are accepted) and an essay submitted for an English or social science class during the 2023-2024 academic school year

Students who applied to the QuestBridge College Prep Scholars (CPS) program can re-use that application for WOW

Please encourage your students to apply using this link by August 1, and feel free to contact us with any questions.

Thank you.

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Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) Pre-College Program

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Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) Pre-College Program

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Still Time to Plan Your Summer

Although our residential Pre-College program is now full and accepting waitlist applications, there is still time to plan your summer with RISD! Explore in-person and online opportunities to develop your art and design practice and portfolio while engaging with like-minded peers.

Advanced Program Online

Advanced Program Online is designed for high school students in grades 10–12 interested in pursuing art and design in college. Join RISD’s online intensive for changemakers to develop your art practice, learn new ways to collaborate and create a future you’re excited about.

Summer 2024 | Register by June 19
June 22–Aug 18 (2 sessions)

LEARN MORE & REGISTER

Summer Teen Art Institute at the HD Shanghai School

RISD returns to Shanghai this summer! This residential program (taught in English) is an exciting opportunity for students to develop their skills, goals and artistic voice while defining strategies for portfolio development and next steps in their visual arts education. Enroll in a three-week foundational experience, a two-week major intensive, or the full five-week program.

3-Week Foundations Experience: July 7–27
2-Week Major Intensive: July 28–August 10
5-Week Bundle: July 7–August 10

Applications are reviewed on a rolling, first come-first served basis. If space permits, final applications will be due by May 6 at 12 pm ET.

LEARN MORE & APPLY

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College Admissions Unfiltered:  Ask the Questions You're Afraid to Ask.

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College Admissions Unfiltered:  Ask the Questions You're Afraid to Ask.

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Over the many years I've been helping students and families with college applications, I've come to realize that most of us (even counselors) have questions we just don't feel comfortable asking.

And yet the answers to these questions can in some cases be a difference-maker in a student's college admission journey.

To this end, we're excited to bring to you our latest (and perhaps spiciest) free webinar:

College Admissions Unfiltered:

Ask the questions you're afraid to ask elsewhere

Tues April 9th, 5-6pm PT (8-9pm ET)

With Ethan Sawyer (College Essay Guy), Tom Campbell (formerly of Pomona College), John Tsai (former reader at UC Irvine), Stephanie Metruk (formerly of Gettysburg College) and Erin Griffin (current Associate Director of Admission at Pitzer College)

In this webinar, we'll be covering:

Your completely anonymous questions (which you can submit here)

What annoys admissions officers most?

How biased do you think admission officers are?

What are some things people think admission readers care a lot about that actually don’t make too much of a difference?

What are some ways you think the college admissions process is broken?

And more

Register for the webinar

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The deadline for high school students to apply to Syracuse University’s Pre-College Program is coming up! In Summer College, your high school students can choose from over 100 college level courses offered on campus, online or in a hybrid format.

In Summer College, your students will be able to:

Build their resume or portfolio

Enhance their college applications so they stand out to college admissions

Test out a major before committing to their undergrad degree

Earn a certificate of completion and a Syracuse University credit or noncredit transcript

The final application deadline is May 1, 2024. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and courses fill quickly, so please encourage your students to apply soon!

Feel free to reach out if you have any questions by phone (315.443.5000) or email. We’re happy to connect with you or your student to guide them along their pre-college journey!

-The Pre-College Team

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Gap Years and College Decision Time

Every year at this time, with college admission decisions having arrived, we get a similar set of questions. They run something along these lines:

I graduate in June - is it too late for me to consider a Gap Year?

If I'm not happy with where I was admitted, can I apply again during a Gap Year?

How do I organize a Gap Year, especially if I'm not sure what I want to do?

Will there still be activities including internships and travel experiences available if I'm just starting to plan a Gap Year now?

If I accept an admissions offer, how do I ask my college for a Gap Year deferral?

The biggest one that seniors and their parents worry about is the first one - is it too late for a Gap Year? We can assure you that it is never too late! There are so many possibilities for experiences and activities that fit a student's goals, interests and budget. With decision day not far off, now is the time to be deciding whether or not it makes sense to delay the start of college.

To answer these and other questions from students, parents and counselors, we have scheduled our last virtual Gap Year information session:

Title: Thinking about Gap Years at College Decision Time

Date/Time: Thursday April 11, 2024 at 7:00pm ET

Description:
Is it too late to consider a Gap Year? How do I organize a Gap Year if I'm not sure what I want to do? How do I ask for a deferral if I've accepted an admissions offer? Join Katherine Stievater, Founder of Gap Year Solutions, for a virtual presentation and Q&A to answer these and other questions that always come up at college decision time. She will also cover the benefits of Gap Years, and how more students are choosing Gap Years to improve college readiness.

Speaker Bio: Katherine Stievater founded Gap Year Solutions to help students successfully transition to college. She works with students across the U.S. to structure internships, work, service, travel and other activities into a customized plan. Based in Boston, MA, Katherine is an Accredited Gap Year Consultant and has four sons, three of whom have taken Gap Years. She speaks and publishes regularly to raise awareness about the benefits of Gap Years.

Registration: click here

School Counselors and College & Career Coordinators, please feel free to share the information with your students and families, and of course we'd be delighted to have you join too!

The Gap Year Deferral Process

One of our most popular blog posts gives advice to students to help with the Gap Year deferral. We'll cover this in the webinar next week, but in the meantime the link below provides step by step instructions and sample deferral letters.

How to Ask for (and Get!) and Gap Year Deferral

Colleges Love Gap Years!

While preparing for a talk with college counselors recently, we came across some information from a college admissions survey we did a few years back. While support can vary from school to school, the responses to our survey were generally very strongly in favor of Gap Years and the benefits they provide students. Here is a sample of some of what college admissions officers told us:

College of Charleston
“We love for our students to take Gap Years and welcome them”

Boston College
“We fully support the decision to take a gap year”

Clark University
“We love students who participate in experiential and alternative learning experiences”

NC State University
“We see them as beneficial to a student’s intellectual growth and maturity”

Recommended Reading

By now most people have heard about the challenges facing colleges and universities in awarding financial aid to admitted students. This is due to issues with the rollout of the revised FAFSA form for students. Here is a good article that explains what is happening and ramifications for schools, especially those which cater to a higher mix of low-income students.

Colleges Are Facing an Enrollment Nightmare (The Atlantic)

And for a little perspective on how the college admissions process worked this year and will change in 2024, there's this piece:

4 College Admissions Trends Shaping Top Schools’ Decisions In 2024 (Forbes.com)

See you next issue!

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How to Write the BEST College Essay
Saturday April 20th at 1pm ET
Link to Register For FREE

Could you please share this opportunity with your students?

Here is the link again to register for free.

Shine on!
Kate

PS - Here is a flyer you can put up and share with students.

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Dartmouth University - Summer Scholars Program

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Dartmouth University - Summer Scholars Program

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We hope this note finds you in the midst of a fantastic year! As we think about warmer days ahead, we are thrilled to announce that 2024 will mark the inaugural year for Dartmouth Summer Scholars, a new pre-college summer academic enrichment program.

Dartmouth Summer Scholars is now accepting applications for the 2024 program, which is open to rising 10th, 11th, and 12th graders. We will offer a range of intensive courses across three, two-week sessions, and are excited to welcome our first cohort beginning June 30.  More information can be found on the Dartmouth Summer Scholars website.

Dartmouth Summer Scholars will bring academically ambitious high school students from across the US and around the world for these intensive enrichment courses, which introduce topics not typically available to high school students, and what it means to be in a highly engaged Dartmouth classroom. Course highlights include:

·       Agents of Social Change: High-Impact Entrepreneurship

·       Extremely Online: Digital Technology and Social Connections

·       Business Foundations

·       Data Science

·       Design Thinking and the Future of Education

Participants will live on campus and experience being part of, and contributing meaningfully to, a residential learning community that balances academic rigor with outdoor adventure.

In her inaugural remarks in Fall 2023, President Sian Leah Beilock articulated a vision of Dartmouth that broadens its impact on the world. Dartmouth Summer Scholars is the first of many initiatives to support this strategic vision by introducing more high school students and families unfamiliar with Dartmouth to what makes our institution unique. While participation in Summer Scholars has no direct impact on Dartmouth admissions, it provides an empowering experience that will help guide participants as they ready for the next step in their academic journey.

We invite you to a virtual information session led by the Dartmouth Summer Scholars team on April 4, 2024, at 7pm Eastern to learn more. Click below to register for the webinar organized by our partners, Summer Discovery.

Click to register for our April 4 webinar!

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University of Notre Dame, Pre-College Online

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University of Notre Dame, Pre-College Online

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The University of Notre Dame seeks individuals whose intellect is matched by their capacity and desire to make a meaningful contribution to the world. Our students are leaders in and out of the classroom who understand the benefits of a holistic education of mind, body, and spirit.

We have an exciting announcement for motivated high school students like you.

The University of Notre Dame is now offering high school students online courses in some of our most popular subjects. Your students can now experience world-class learning from professors and experts in some of today’s most sought-after fields. This is a great opportunity from one of the nation’s top 20 universities, as ranked by U.S. News and World Report.

Notre Dame’s Pre-College Online Program is rich with valuable insights and interactive tools from subject-matter experts who work at the center of their respective fields. All courses are 100% online, enabling you to study at your own pace. Even better, you’ll be guided by mentors, and earn a Certificate of Completion from the University of Notre Dame.

Our first two courses begin this summer, with more on the way. Students can choose a course from our current offerings:

Business: From Startup to Success

What are the risks and costs of starting a business? How do you identify your target customer? This course answers these questions and more. You’ll consider legal, accounting, and financial risks; learn how to write a business plan; and discover the strategies needed to take your business public.

Psychology: Understanding the Self and Our World

How are our individual thoughts, feelings, and behaviors impacted by others? In this course, you'll investigate the role of personality and the ‘self’ in our understanding of the world. You’ll evaluate the biased way we make judgments of others and ourselves, and analyze the connection between ‘self’ and wellness.

Apply to Notre Dame’s Pre-College Online Program today.

LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR PROGRAM

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Brown University - Admission for the Class of 2028

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Brown University - Admission for the Class of 2028

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Regular Decision Update

I am writing to share that Regular Decision admission decisions will be posted Thursday, March 28 at 7:00 p.m. Eastern Time and can be viewed by students through the Brown Applicant Portal. Applicants received an email on March 20 with a link to the portal outlining the date and time that decisions will be available.

Brown received 48,898 applications for the Class of 2028, the third-largest applicant pool in the University's history. Brown will make 1,621 Regular Decision offers of admission to the incoming Class of 2028, in addition to the 898 Early Decision admission offers made in December. The overall admit rate for this year's pool is 5 percent, with a Regular Decision admit rate of 3.7 percent.

Additionally, 16 percent of accepted students represent the first generation in their family to attend college. This year’s admitted class comes from 96 nations, 50 U.S. states, the District of Columbia, Guam, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. The top countries represented outside the United States are China, Canada, India, the United Kingdom, and South Korea.

Of the 4,250 applicants to the Program in Liberal Medical Education (PLME), 76 students were admitted with a 2 percent admission rate. Of the 953 applicants to the Brown-RISD Dual Degree Program, 20 students were admitted with a 2 percent admission rate.

If spaces in our entering class are available after our May 1 reply date, we will be pleased to make additional admission offers to students on our waitlist. Please note, however, that all spaces in the Program in Liberal Medical Education have been filled. The number of students admitted from the waitlist will depend on how many students accept our initial admission offers by May 1. In recent years, the number of waitlist spaces available in our incoming class has ranged from 15 to 120. Waitlist activity will conclude by mid-summer, and more information on the waitlist is available here.

Meanwhile, Brown is excited to host two admitted student programs on campus for the Class of 2028. A Day on College Hill (ADOCH) will take place on April 12 and 19 for students who are able to visit Providence in person. We will also continue to support our admitted students with a variety of virtual programming that provides opportunities to explore, learn, ask questions and connect to our campus while showcasing our vibrant community.

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QU Summer Pre-College Programs are led by faculty and designed to help high school students explore their passions.

When QU committed to offering summer pre-college experiences, we did a lot of work and research, learning how to deliver the best possible experience while helping youth develop the skills they need to prepare for college.

Highlights for all QU Summer Programs:

Get a glimpse into life as a college student

Explore topics of interest at the college level

Connect and learn from renowned faculty and staff

Build high-demand skills

Select from daytime, commuter and overnight residential options

Build relationships with Quinnipiac students

Learn More About QU Summer Programs

Your students can explore topics of interest at the college level, free from college-level pressure.

We are accepting applications for this Summer 2024, which will be here sooner than you think. Please share this announcement with your students and let them know the application deadline is June 2, 2024. Space within each program is limited and enrollment is offered on a rolling basis.

We are happy to help your students choose the right program or answer any questions. Email us at summerprograms@qu.edu or call 203-582-7557.

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This month on the CEG podcast, we're continuing our limited series on all things important to colleges in 2024.

What Colleges Want: A 9-Part Podcast Series on the Factors Colleges Deem Important

Part 1: A Deep Dive into the Factors Colleges Deem Important & State of College Admissions Report

Part 2: A Deep Dive into GPA, Course Selection, and Making the Most of the Academic Opportunities Available to You

Ready for more? We've got you.

Listen Here

503: What Colleges Want (Part 3): "Positive Character Attributes": What Are They, and How Do You Show Them in Your College Applications?

In this two-part episode, I’m joined by Tom Bear (VP for Enrollment at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology), Bob Massa (former chief admissions/enrollment officer at Johns Hopkins University, Dickinson College and Drew University) and Trisha Ross Anderson, from the Harvard Graduate School of Education’s Making Caring Common Project. We get into:

What are these positive character attributes?

Why are they important to colleges?

How do students show these qualities in their application?

How Making Caring Common helps colleges figure out what they are looking for

And much more

Listen Here

504: What Colleges Want (Part 4): A Crash Course in the Personal Statement with Ethan Sawyer (College Essay Guy)

On this week’s episode, Tom Campbell (CEG’s Community Manager) sits down with Ethan Sawyer (College Essay Guy) for Part 4 in our What Colleges Want series to talk about the personal statement. Tom and Ethan get into:

What is the purpose of the personal statement?

How do you find a topic, especially if you’re not writing about challenges?

Why do I recommend students NOT choose a common extracurricular activity as their main college essay topic?

How do you stand out?

And how do you know when you’re done?

Watch Here

505: What Colleges Want (Part 5): A Crash Course in the Supplemental Essays + Application (Video Episode)

On this week’s episode, Tom Campbell (CEG’s Community Manager) sits down with Ethan Sawyer (College Essay Guy) for Part 5 in our What Colleges Want series to talk about some of the other written parts of the application—the activities list, additional information section, and supplemental essays. Tom and Ethan get into:

How can students write a great Activities List?

How can you find out what colleges are looking for in the supplemental essays?

And what even is the additional information section?

What is a ‘Super Essay’ and how might it be useful?

How does a student know when their application is complete?

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University of Pittsburgh - Blue and Gold Day

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University of Pittsburgh - Blue and Gold Day

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The Possibilities at Pitt are Endless!

The University of Pittsburgh invites your students to join us on campus for a Blue & Gold Day event!

This unique summer visit offers your student opportunities to speak with current students, staff, and faculty. Blue & Gold Day provides valuable insight into the application process, the admissions review timeline, and how your student can pursue their passions at Pitt!

Plus, your student can explore Pitt's unique urban setting, forge meaningful connections, and immerse themselves in our vibrant Panther Community!

Remind your student to seize this opportunity for an unforgettable campus visit, and register today!

Learn more about Blue & Gold Days for your student

P.S. When students attend a summer Blue & Gold Day event, they’ll receive an application fee waiver to apply this fall!

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Invitation to Women Ambassadors Conference

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Invitation to Women Ambassadors Conference

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The following is to officially extend an invitation to the students/pupils of Rochambeau French International School to attend the 28th Annual Women Ambassadors Conference which will take place on the 28th of March.

11th and 12th graders could tour our campus for an hour, then join us in the Blackburn Center East Ballroom on the 28th of March at 3:15 PM to listen to the speeches of the Ambassadors and participate in the Q&A session.

The last segment of the event will consist of a brief talent show followed by a reception.

Students, please contact M. Bouyeure or Mme. Trad if you are interested in attending.

The link of the Conference is as follows:

28th Annual Women Ambassadors Conference - Diplomacy in Times of Uncertainty

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The Women Ambassadors Conference is an annual conference organized by faculty and students of Howard University in conjunction with the Women Ambassadors Foundation, a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization. The 28th Annual Women Ambassadors Conference is held under the stewardship of the College of Arts and Science of Howard University.

The goal of the Annual Women Ambassadors Conference is three-fold: to celebrate the work of women in diplomacy and related fields; to provide role models to students, particularly students from constituencies that are less represented in the diplomatic field; to inform students from various universities around the globe and the general public about major issues in international affairs.

The Annual Women Ambassadors Conference has become, over the years, a true institution in the Washington DC diplomatic landscape. In 2024, the 28th Annual Women Ambassadors Conference will take place on Thursday, March 28 and on Friday, March 29, 2024 in person.

Stay tuned on this website for any updates on the panels.

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Boston University - Spring Visit Days for Sophomores/2nde & Juniors /1ere

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We will be hosting a special Spring Visit Day for your sophomores and juniors and their families to learn more about Boston University.

During the visit, you will hear from a panel of current BU students, learn more about the admissions process, and go on a campus tour.

Each event is the same, please encourage your students to sign up for the time that works for them.

Spring Visit Day
Wednesday, April 17, 2024
George Sherman Union | Charles River Campus
775 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA 02215

Students can register for one of the Spring Visit Day events below:

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM ET

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM ET

1:30 PM - 3:30 PM ET

Please note that all students who plan to attend, should RSVP for Spring Visit Day
on our website.

We look forward to meeting you.

Best wishes,

John C. McEachern
Director of Admissions

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Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute - Architecture Discovery Program

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Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute - Architecture Discovery Program

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Summer break will be here before long – and as you know, it is a great time for your students to explore what piques their interest! If you have students with an interest in art, science, and technology, we are excited to invite them to register for one of our Architecture Career Discovery Programs.

This two-week class is designed to expose you to a high-quality undergraduate architecture program. The core of this course is studio work.

High school students entering 10th, 11th, and 12th grade in the fall who are interested in future careers in architecture or design-related fields and curious about the world are encouraged to apply.

The first week of the course will focus on building models and making drawings by hand. The second week will focus on using the computer as a design tool. Students will learn 3D modeling in Rhinoceros, 2D drawing, and image editing in Adobe Creative Suite.

This exciting, immersive workshop will open your eyes to architecture as a future career and provide you with an impressive portfolio piece, essential to be accepted into a premier program - like Rensselaer.

In-person session: July 8-19, 2024 (9 a.m. - 4 p.m. EDT)
Register Now

Online session: July 22-August 2, 2024 (11 a.m. - 6 p.m. EDT)
Register Now

Program cost: $1850

Registration will be on a first-come, first-served basis.

We look forward to introducing your students to a field that combines art, science and technology!

Sincerely,
Matt Lopez, Career Discovery Program Director
& The Summer, Outreach, & Advanced Professional Services Office

P.S.- Click to discover more about our School of Architecture!

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Oxford Scholars Program - Information Session

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Oxford Scholars Program - Information Session

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You are invited to a Zoom meeting.

When: Mar 20, 2024 06:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

Register in advance for this meeting:

https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYsdeqtqDMrGde2qqCrcHT_0Aiv2oTBfvsD

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Get ready to explore the enriching experiences and academic excellence waiting for you this summer at Oxford!

Dates: August 4 - 17, 2024

Duration: 2 weeks

Courses: English, Engineering, Politics, Philosophy and Law, Business and Entrepreneurship, AI and Programming, and Economics

Oxford Experience fee: £4,999 ($6358.53 US)

Enhance Your Experience: Add £999 ($1271.12 US) for Industry Immersion – real-world career insights!

Why choose us?

Immerse yourself in project-based learning during lectures.

We create modules that can bolster your undergraduate applications, with world-class guidance from expert faculty at Oxford.

Learning Beyond the Classroom:

-Rowing: Train with an Olympian and think like an Olympian.

- Aviation Training: Take off into new experiences.

- Parliament Visit: Get a glimpse into politics.

- Fortune 500 Institutions: Interact with professionals in the corporate world.

More info: [oxfordscholars.org]

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Washington University in St. Louis - Summer Programs

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Washington University in St. Louis - Summer Programs

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Do you have students that want to make plans for summer? Our programs in the humanities, social sciences, mathematics, and natural sciences offer motivated students the opportunity to challenge themselves in a supportive and encouraging atmosphere.

Credit and noncredit programs as well as residential, commuter, and online options are available so students can choose the experience that best fits their academic goals and summer schedule.

Scholarship assistance is available for all of our programs. The application deadline is April 1, 2024.

High School Summer Scholars Program

Study alongside undergraduates, earn college credit and explore academic interests.

High School Summer Institutes

Discover a new passion through a noncredit, interdisciplinary environment.

High School Summer Launch

Gain a general introduction to college life, academics, and the college application process.

Visit our website

Experience WashU from home!

Our online Exploration Courses are ideal for students looking for the flexibility of an online experience to build their confidence in college-level coursework. They are also a great way to supplement an academic portfolio!

Register today!

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024

When a College Says No

by Patrick O'Connor, Ph.D.

The real madness of March has nothing to do with basketball—it begins when colleges announce their admissions decisions, starting around March 20. As a pre-game warmup, let’s review what we already know:

Most selective colleges report an increase in applicants every year;

Since these schools don’t admit more students than they did last year, that means they end up saying no to more students…

…and wait-listing more students. This increase means fewer students are likely to be admitted from the waitlist come May—and if they are admitted, financial aid will be scarce.

To ease your concern, I have one word of advice. Actually, it’s a number:

850

To begin with, calm down. This is not the highest score you can earn on some mystery version of the SAT. Eight hundred fifty is the number of valedictorians recently rejected from one of America’s most prestigious colleges. These students represented the best their high schools had to offer; they did everything they were “supposed” to do, yet they weren’t even offered a place on the waitlist.

At this point you’re probably thinking one of two things:

“Wow, they put in all that work for nothing.”

“Geez, if they can’t get in, I don’t stand a chance.”

First things first. It had to be hard to be turned down by a school they loved—but did all that preparation really lead to nothing? Given everything these students had learned, the ways they had grown, and how they overcame adversity and embraced creativity in creating College Plans, B, C, and Q, did they really get nothing out of it?

If so, they have every right to be unhappy, but not with the college. They should be unhappy watching the sun rise and set 1307 times since the first day of ninth grade to the day the college said no, never once appreciating all each of those days had to offer in and of themselves.

They should hang their heads a little to realize, just now, the difference they’ve made to their classmates, their teammates, and the people in the soup kitchen.

And if they look back with regret on the many times they blew off a compliment from a teacher or parent because the goal of college wasn’t realized, that’s more than OK. They now know that the goal of fully living each day was conquered with a flourish—and that understanding will make each day all the richer at the wonderful college that had the good sense (and room) to take them.

What about the colleges you applied to? They’re looking for great students who have done wonderful things with their lives, and will work nicely with the other admitted students. That blend goes beyond test score and class rank—it goes to who you are, what you care about, and how you see the world. Problem is, they run out of room before they run out of qualified applicants.

The thing to focus on then is not who told you no, but who told you yes. If a college wants you but runs out of room, that’s their fault; if they don’t see you for who you really are, well, maybe that’s not the place for you after all. Either way, your contributions will be greatly admired, and badly needed, by the college that had the good sense to tell you yes—which means any no, from any college, simply cannot touch you.

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Montclair State University - Summer Pre-College

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Montclair State University - Summer Pre-College

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Explore programs at Montclair State University this summer, where we have curated a range of experiences designed to inspire, challenge, and broaden the horizons of your high school students! Applications are currently open and seats tend to fill up quickly; if any of our programs appear to be a good fit, be sure to apply soon!

Pre-college Summer Programs

Pre-college Summer is a 1-week, July 14-20, residential experience designed to provide a dynamic and immersive learning experience for high school students in grades 9-11. From exploring the vibrant streets of New York City to diving into the world of entrepreneurship, animation, and beyond, our diverse range of academic offerings caters to every interest and aspiration.

For more information about each program sign up for a virtual information session! Students may apply by visiting the Pre-college Summer website.

Study Abroad - Italy!

Designed for students age 16+. Students will earn 3 credits while embarking on a 10-day transformative journey to Italy, July 19-30. Through this program, students will explore Sicily's history, language, and culture and navigate the complexities of migration in the Mediterranean. The application will close on April 10.

For more information or to access the application, visit the Study Abroad - Sicily, Italy website.

Contact Us!

We look forward to the possibility of having you join us for an enriching and memorable summer experience. Feel free to contact us with any questions, we're happy to help!

Pre-college Summer

precollege@montclair.edu

973-655-4243

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An Introduction to Applying to Highly Selective Colleges

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Every year we receive tons of questions from students and families on the subject of applying to highly selective colleges.

While we believe that there's so much more to the college application process than shooting for the Ivies, we also know that highly selective colleges are on the radar of many students and families.

So we're excited to announce that we're hosting a live webinar to help you on your way.

An Introduction to Applying to Highly Selective Colleges

We'll be covering:

What are highly selective colleges and universities—and why are so many students interested in attending them?

How does the selective admissions process in 2024 differ from the process of ten— even five— years ago? What’s changing?

What types of courses, recommendation letters, extracurricular activities and essays do highly selective colleges prefer?

How do admissions officers at selective colleges read applications?

What action steps can high school juniors take to improve their chances at these schools?

Students & Families

Register Here

Tues March 19th, 4-5pm PT / 7-8pm ET

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University of Texas at Austin - Will Return to Required Standardized Test Scores

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University of Texas at Austin - Will Return to Required Standardized Test Scores

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The University of Texas at Austin said Monday that it would again require standardized tests for admissions, becoming the latest selective university to reinstate requirements for SAT or ACT scores that were abandoned during the pandemic.

A few years ago, about 2,000 colleges across the country began to move away from requiring test scores, at least temporarily, amid concerns they helped fuel inequality. But a growing number of those schools have reversed those policies, including Brown, Yale, Dartmouth, M.I.T., Georgetown and Purdue, with several announcing the changes in recent months.

U.T. Austin, which admits a cross-section of high-achieving Texas students under a plan designed to increase opportunity in the state, cited a slightly different reason than the other schools in returning to test requirements. Without requiring test scores, officials said, they were hampered in placing the admitted students in programs they would be most suited for and in determining which ones needed extra help. After making test scores optional the past few years, the university will now require applicants to submit either SAT or ACT scores beginning Aug. 1, with applications for fall 2025 admissions.

In an interview, Jay Hartzell, the U.T. president, said that the decision followed an analysis of students who did not submit scores. “We looked at our students and found that, in many ways, they weren’t faring as well,” Dr. Hartzell said.

Those against testing requirements have long said that standardized tests are unfair because many students from affluent families use tutors and coaches to bolster their scores. But recent data has raised questions about the contention. In reinstating test requirements, some universities have said that making scores optional had the unintended effect of harming prospective students from low-income families.

Brown, for example, said that some students from less-advantaged backgrounds had chosen not to submit scores under the test-optional policy, even when submitting them could have actually increased their chances of being admitted.

But U.T. Austin operates under a race-neutral admissions rule adopted more than two decades ago to allow a broader group of students to attend, automatically admitting those in Texas who graduated in the top 6 percent of their high school classes.

Among the students from Texas admitted to the university, 75 percent are regarded as “automatic admits.” Other Texas students, as well as out-of-state students, are evaluated through a “holistic” admissions process that includes standardized test scores. In the admissions process for last year’s entering class, 42 percent of students opted to submit their test scores.

Miguel Wasielewski, the university’s vice provost of admissions, said that many of those students have 4.0 grade point averages. “There’s just not a lot of variation there,” he said, adding that the test scores provide more granular information that helps determine placement.

At U.T. Austin, students are asked to rank their choices among three programs of study. Test scores help the university place those students in the major where it thinks they can succeed and identify students who need more support, part of an effort to boost graduation rates. The university’s four-year graduation rate climbed to 74.5 percent in 2023, up from 52 percent in 2013.

The scores are particularly important in determining which students will do well in the university’s more rigorous programs, such as engineering and business, Dr. Hartzell said.

According to the university’s figures on its current first-year class, a group of 9,217 students admitted last fall, students who submitted test scores were 55 percent less likely to have a first semester G.P.A. below 2.0, the university said.

Those who submitted test scores had higher G.P.A.s — an average of .86 grade points higher — in the fall semester, according to the university, which said the data was controlled for factors such as high school grades and class rank.

Dr. Hartzell said the university had consulted with the College Board, which runs the SAT, and found that nearly 90 percent of the students who apply to U.T. Austin have taken either the SAT or the ACT.

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State of Virginia - Bans Legacy Admission to Public Colleges and Universities.

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State of Virginia - Bans Legacy Admission to Public Colleges and Universities.

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Virginia will end legacy admissions at public universities after Gov. Glenn Youngkin signed a bill on Friday banning the practice that gives applicants with family ties to alumni a boost.

Under House Bill 48, public universities in the state will be barred from giving preferential treatment to applicants based on their connections to not only alumni but to donors as well. That means universities can also no longer give an advantage to applicants whose relatives make donations to the school. Critics of such preferences have said for years that the century-old practice perpetuates privilege.

The ban will notably affect the University of Virginia and William & Mary, which are among the country’s more selective public universities. Virginia Tech, another prestigious public university, already announced last year that it would no longer take an applicant’s legacy status into account in the admissions process.

The law, which passed unanimously in the Virginia House of Delegates and the State Senate this year, will take effect July 1, after admissions decisions have been made for this fall. Mr. Youngkin, a Republican, said in a statement in January that he believed “admission to Virginia’s universities and colleges should be based on merit.”

Virginia is the second state to ban legacy admissions, after Colorado, and similar legislation is being considered in New York and Connecticut, among others.

State Senator Schuyler T. VanValkenburg, a Democrat who sponsored the bill, said he was pleasantly surprised by the bipartisan support for the ban. He said he hoped Virginia’s decision will lead other states to follow suit, which he said would help promote diversity in college admissions.

“It’s kind of an indefensible policy, especially in light of affirmative action being declared unconstitutional by the Supreme Court,” Mr. VanValkenburg said in an interview. “There’s a lot of ways you can measure merit, but we know that legacy admissions is really not about merit at all.”

The University of Virginia did not immediately respond to requests for comment on Sunday.

William & Mary has said in a statement that it does not anticipate the legislation having a significant impact on its admissions process, because the university does not have a separate standard for applicants with legacy status. But data from the school has shown that accepted applicants with the status were more than twice as likely to enroll at the school as other accepted applicants were. The university did not comment beyond referring to the statement.

Legacy admissions have been under renewed scrutiny after the Supreme Court struck down affirmative action across colleges and universities last June, banning considerations of race in applications.

The movement to eliminate legacy admissions has received support from both Republicans and Democrats on several levels of government. President Biden has also weighed in, saying such preferences expand “privilege instead of opportunity.”

Senators Tim Kaine, a Democrat from Virginia, and Todd Young, a Republican from Indiana, are pushing to ban the practice at the federal level. In November, they introduced the Merit-Based Educational Reforms and Institutional Transparency Act, which would establish federal standards for assessing college admissions processes and make considerations of an applicant’s legacy and donor status illegal. The bill is being considered by the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions.

In a joint statement, the senators applauded the new law in Virginia. “Now let’s build off this success and get our bill passed to end legacy and donor admissions preferences nationwide,” Mr. Kaine and Mr. Young said. “This will promote upward mobility and fairness in the admissions process.”

Critics of such measures argue that there are adverse effects to banning legacy considerations and that minority students could actually benefit from having familial connections in higher education. There are also concerns about the impact on alumni donor relations if legacy admissions are no longer allowed.

This year, an organization of conservative Virginia alumni known as the Jefferson Council expressed being split on the Virginia legislation.

“We are of two minds,” James A. Bacon, the group’s executive director, wrote in an email. On one hand, he said, intergenerational families tend to be more loyal and generous to the university. “On the other, we support merit-based admissions based on character and academic achievement.” The group did not immediately respond to a request to comment on Sunday.

Since the Supreme Court ruling, several selective private schools, including Wesleyan University and New York University, have decided to eliminate legacy preferences. But many elite private colleges, including Harvard, Yale and Brown, have not. The U.S. Department of Education has opened investigations into Harvard and the University of Pennsylvania and their use of legacy preferences.

“Legacy admissions are inherently unfair,” Mr. VanValkenburg said, adding that universities that heavily rely on the practice are “distorting what a freshman class looks like.”

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Rice University - Summer Pre-College Programs

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Summer Applications are Now Being Accepted

Rice University invites your students to choose a course and apply today. These online courses are designed for high school students to help them explore their interests. Students can discover if a subject they are passionate about could lead to a college major or a future career.

Please share this email with your students and their parents. Also, we encourage you to pass along our program flyer (printable or can be shared digitally) which includes key details about our courses.

EXPLORE OUR COURSES

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Boston University - Summer Journalism Academy

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It's that time when students search for summer programs that tap into their interests and begin the next chapter in their lives of aligning them with their future career goals.

At Boston University Summer Journalism Academy (BUSJ), students not only have the opportunity to have award-winning working journalists as instructors, but they also have the chance to experience Boston University and the city of Boston.

For 16 years Boston University College of Communication has offered this program to high school students to teach them core skills in news reporting, interviewing, and writing, focusing on hands-on experience in and around Boston and their home communities.

Our photojournalism program taught by former Boston Globe photographer, Steve Haines, prepares students, like Taylor Coester (a BUSJ alum and now a BU student), to work alongside journalists in capturing the best photos for their stories.

You may attend our program in-person or virtually.

Applications for the on-campus session June 24 to July 12 are due April 19.

Applications for learn-at-home sessions starting June 17, July 1 and July 15 are due May 10.

If you want a real college experience this summer and want to pursue a communication degree, learn more by visiting www.summerjournalism.org and applying soon, as limited seats are available for our in-person sessions.

Sincerely,

Ermolande Jean-Simon
(she/her/hers)

Program manager for BU Summer Journalism Academy
Boston University College of Communications
Direct: 617.353.5391
BU Summer Journalism Academy email│busj@bu.edu

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I would like to invite your students to our annual STEAM Academy at Waynesburg University!

The Academy will take place from June 17, 2024, to June 21, 2024. We are thrilled to make this opportunity available to you and hope you will consider joining us this summer.

Our STEAM Academy is designed to promote learning in the fields of science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics and is open to high school students of all ages. The great thing about the Academy is that all learning will be facilitated through hands-on activities designed to engage students' minds and to keep them active throughout its duration.

Again, the Academy will be open to high school students entering 10th, 11th, or 12th grade and 2024 high school graduates.

If you like more information, please visit our STEAM Academy page on our website.

You can register for the Academy at this website as well.

I hope to see you on campus in June!

Sincerely,

Isaiah Skeete
Associate Director of Admissions
Waynesburg University

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University of Pennsylvania - Will Remain Test Optional for 2024-2025 admission cycle.

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University of Pennsylvania - Will Remain Test Optional for 2024-2025 admission cycle.

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Penn Extends Test-Optional Policy Through 2024-25

Penn Admissions will remain test optional and will not require ACT or SAT test results for the 2024-25 application cycle.

Students who are unable or choose not to submit test scores will not be at a disadvantage in the admissions process. We will continue to evaluate all components of an individual's application through our comprehensive review process.

For more information on this announcement and what it means for your students, please refer to our test-optional update on the Penn Admissions Blog.

As always, thank you for your partnership, and please get in touch with our team directly if questions arise. We look forward to sharing more updates with you as we move through 2024.

Sincerely,
Penn Admissions

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West Point (United States Military Academy) -Summer Leaders Experience

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West Point (United States Military Academy) -Summer Leaders Experience

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West Point’s Summer Leaders Experience (SLE) develops Leaders of Character, and we are looking for high-achieving young people who are in great standing with their school and community, and who want to challenge themselves.

What is SLE?

SLE is a one-week program for current Juniors (High School Class of 2025) to visit West Point in June.

Students in this program get to spend the week with our cadets, live in the barracks, and eat in the mess hall.

Learn about West Point’s world-class academics by trying 5 of our 17 academic workshops.

Learn about military training and becoming a Leader of Character at West Point by completing two military days to include rappelling, Zodiac boats, combatives (like Jiu-Jitsu) training, and more!

Challenge themselves physically by attempting the Candidate Fitness Assessment, conducting physical training, and sports.

Complete their admissions interview with a cadet.

Spend the week making friends with other students from all over the US who are applying to West Point.

All the students that I have spoken with have enjoyed this program and they especially enjoy interacting with the cadets. Your students may sign up for this program now at westpoint.edu.

Our priority application deadline for SLE is Friday on March 15th and we will accept applications until April 15th. SLE is competitive and not all who apply are offered to attend.

Learn more about SLE- https://www.westpoint.edu/admissions/summer-program

Apply now- https://apply.westpoint.edu/portal/candidate

Sincerely,

Richard M. Simpson
Major, U.S. Army
Northeast Regional Commander
Directorate of Admissions
United States Military Academy

The Corps Starts Here!

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Brown University to Require the SAT or ACT for future applicants.

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Brown University to Require the SAT or ACT for future applicants.

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Based on an extensive review of data over the past three years, Brown University will return to its previous policy requiring standardized test scores (either SAT or ACT scores) for first-year applicants beginning with the 2024-25 admission cycle.

At Brown, test scores are only one element of a student’s record that is assessed within the context of the opportunities and experiences available to each applicant, and we believe that reinstating the standardized test requirement will help Brown identify promising students from a fuller range of backgrounds.

I invite you to read full details about Brown’s decision in the University’s press release. This letter will provide some additional background on what we know is a decision that may have significance for applicants. The re-implementation of this policy has been guided by Brown’s core values of access, affordability, and academic excellence.

During the unprecedented circumstances brought on by the global COVID-19 pandemic, Brown’s transition to test-optional admission in 2020 was governed by health and safety and the limited testing opportunities available to students. In the three years since this COVID-driven policy shift, we have learned a great deal. Over that time, our data has reinforced that standardized testing, plus grades, have greater predictive power than grades alone. This has proven to be true across racial and socioeconomic groups. Test-optional policies, unexamined, may imply a more egalitarian approach to admission. However, the data suggest that these policies can inadvertently hinder students from less-advantaged backgrounds who may choose not to submit scores when, in reality, doing so would increase their likelihood of admission by providing us with a clear understanding of their academic strength in context.

It is important to reiterate that SAT and ACT scores will remain one factor among the many we consider in our whole-person admission process when assessing an applicant’s academic preparation and potential to succeed on our campus. Not determinative, but informative, we have always considered the scores that students submit in the context from which they are applying. In their absence, it can be challenging for admission officers to confirm a student’s level of preparation for Brown. As we seek to set students up for success, the availability of test scores – evaluated in context – is one more resource we can use to create a diverse and dynamic class.

We are committed to strong outreach and communication with schools, students, and families about Brown’s approach to admissions. With this in mind, we are sharing the following data that we hope will provide greater clarity regarding the range of test scores that are generally competitive in our admission process.

Middle 80% of test scores for students admitted to the Class of 2027 (the current Brown first year class):

SAT EBRW: 710-790
SAT Math: 740-800
ACT Composite: 33-36

Middle 50% of test scores for students admitted to the Class of 2024 (the last class admitted to Brown before test-optional):

SAT EBRW: 710-770
SAT Math: 730-800
ACT Composite: 33-35

As we have done in prior years, we will superscore either the SAT or ACT, or both. Finally, please know that while we do not anticipate many exceptions to this testing policy, we will permit exemptions as needed in truly extraordinary circumstances (students who are geographically displaced, living in conflict zones, experiencing natural disasters, etc). In these cases, we will consider all of the grades that are available to us, as well as internal exam predictions and any final results from national examinations that may be available.

Brown remains committed to ongoing self-examination of our policies and practices, allowing a focus on data-informed analysis, academic excellence, access, and equity, to drive our decision-making.

Thank you for your continued partnership.

Sincerely,

Logan Powell

Associate Provost for Enrollment
Dean of Admission
Brown University

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Bucknell Academy Summer Experience (BASE) is a collaborative residential experience where students are invited to explore the value of a liberal arts perspective in making challenging decisions to improve today’s world. At BASE, faculty and students from various academic disciplines will engage in classroom discussions in an effort to come up with creative solutions. BASE participants will have the opportunity to:

Learn about exciting current world issues

Develop creative problem solving skills

Collaborate with faculty and peers

Experience the liberal arts education

Explore Bucknell’s campus

Dates:           June 23 – June 28, 2024
Eligibility:      Rising juniors or seniors in high school.
Application:   The deadline to apply is March 16
Notification:   All applicants will be notified by mid-April.

Please share BASE with your creative, innovative and collaborative students who you think would benefit from the experience. If you have questions, please contact us at BASE@bucknell.edu or 570-577-3000.

We look forward to welcoming your students to campus this year!

Sincerely,

Kevin T. Mathes
Assistant Vice President & Dean of Admissions

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Join our March Events Online
and Prepare For Your Summer
at Columbia

Online Information Session
Summer 2024
Academic Enrichment Programs
March 13, 2024, at 8:00 p.m. ET

Receive application tips from our Admissions representatives and learn all about our NYC Commuter Summer, NYC Residential Summer and Online Summer programs.

RSVP Now

Summer 2024
Application Deadline

NYC Commuter Summer
and Online Summer

April 1, 2024

Apply now for earliest consideration and best course selection.

Explore Commuter

Explore Online

Online Event
Instructor Spotlight:
Nancy Sommers, Columbia Writing Academy
March 14, 2024, at 7:00 p.m. ET

Join us online to meet Dr. Nancy Sommers, creator of the Columbia Writing Academy, where she inspires and instructs students in crafting successful admissions essays. Dr. Sommers is a prize-winning author who has penned four college writing handbooks. She led the Harvard College Writing Program for 20 years and teaches at Harvard's Graduate School of Education.

RSVP Now

Online Event
Instructor Spotlight:
M. Salman Ravala, Esq., International Humanitarian Law
March 20, 2024, at 8:00 p.m. ET

Meet New York City-based attorney, arbitrator and mediator, M. Salman Ravala, Esq. This former visiting legal scholar at the United Nations Office of Legal Affairs, Trade Law Division, and law clerk for a U.S. District Court Judge now practices in the areas of conflict resolution and peacebuilding—and teaches Columbia's Pre-College course, International Humanitarian Law.

RSVP Now

College Edge

Online Information Session
March 6, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. ET
Students who will be enrolled in Grades 11–12 in Fall 2024 may apply to take Columbia undergraduate courses in person during Summer 2024 through the College Edge commuter program. Learn more from our Admissions representatives at this online info session.

RSVP Now

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Salve Regina University - Summer Institute for Politics

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Salve Regina University - Summer Institute for Politics

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We know that at this time of year you are seeking summer enrichment opportunities. If you have a passion for politics, we would like to introduce you to a dynamic summer pre-college program on the campus of Salve Regina University in seaside Newport, RI.

The Summer Institute for Politics is offered through the Pell Center for International Relations and Public Policy at Salve.

The Pell Center is a leading think tank focused on a variety of issues including promoting bipartisanship, restoring the power of local media, and the role of media in democracy.

This week-long, residential program will expose students to many opportunities in politics and how their generation can help our country move past the cynicism sometimes associated with political discourse.

WHEN: July 14 – 20, 2024
WHERE: Salve Regina University, Newport, RI

Learn More

This program is designed for rising juniors and seniors (current sophomores and juniors) and is offered at a reasonable tuition of $2800 which covers the costs of the program as well as overnight accommodations and meals.

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College Essay Guy - Applying to Highly Selective Colleges.

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College Essay Guy - Applying to Highly Selective Colleges.

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At CEG, we work hard to encourage students to create a balanced college list that isn't only full of highly selective colleges. Why? It's the foundation of a thoughtful college application process and the key to having lots of options to choose from come decision time.

But we know many students have highly selective colleges on their college list, and we have lots of students reach out every year for guidance on applying.

So after overwhelmingly positive feedback from last year's cohort, we're excited to launch our updated courses for students and families, as well as college counselors and educators.

Applying to Highly Selective Colleges & Universities

With Tom Campbell (former Pomona College Admissions Officer)

When: April 11th-25th (or watch On Demand)

Here's a peek at what we're covering:

What are selective colleges looking for?

Why might students consider applying to a highly selective college?

Why are they so competitive, and how can students stand out?

How different are the application processes and priorities at these schools?

How much do the different application components (courses, grades, test scores, activities, recommendations) matter?

How do colleges make decisions on similarly qualified applicants?

How much do “hooks” matter at highly selective colleges? And if I don’t have a hook, what should I do?

What types of scholarships are available at highly selective colleges?

What role do essays play at highly selective colleges?

How many of these schools should students apply to, and how do they juggle all the work that comes along with the application process?

Is test-optional legit at highly selective colleges? Won't students be at a disadvantage if they don't submit scores?

Lots more

Students & Parents: Learn More

Counselors & Educators: Learn More

Hope to see you there—

Ethan and Tom

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AMIGOS - Washington DC - Summer Volunteer Programs

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AMIGOS - Washington DC - Summer Volunteer Programs

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I’m writing today as I’d like to remind you that students can still sign up to volunteer for 2–9-week summer immersion projects in Latin America with AMIGOS and that  the priority deadline for Financial Assistance is Tuesday, March 12.  Learn more about the financial assistance packages we offer here.

Also, we have also expanded our project offering from Costa Rica and Panama and now we offer a 6-week project in Paraguay. Additionally, there is a new 2-week project available in Panama. We are taking volunteer applications until April 16 (session A) and May 14 (all other sessions).

Please share this information with your school community - flyer attached - and do not hesitate to get in touch if you have questions or you would like the AMIGOS team to present to students and their families.

Warmly,

Zoë Paglee

PS: we also have 2-week projects suitable for 13- & 14-year-olds in Costa Rica and Panama.

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Summer can be a pivotal time to learn, grow, and discover more about yourself.

LaunchX was designed because we believe that high school students can change the world. That is not just a figure of speech. Students from around the world have created solutions to real problems they see in their communities.

This summer, we want to empower you to grow with other like-minded students eager to make a dent in their corner of the universe. Our curriculum and been tested and refined over the past decade to help you succeed.

Plus, you gain access to industry mentors who can boost your skills and ideas through intentional coaching.

Will you join us this summer? Let's create a brighter future by developing innovative solutions that change the world.

Apply Today

REMINDER!

The application deadline for the 3 Entrepreneurship Program closes March 3 11:59 pm EST. Now is the time to complete you application.

Apply Today

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Colleges That Change Lives - Washington DC Metro Area College Fair

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Colleges That Change Lives - Washington DC Metro Area College Fair

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Washington, DC • March 11, 2024

Monday, March 11, 2024
7:00 – 9:00 PM

Westin Washington D.C. Downtown
River Birch Ballroom
999 9th Street NW
Washington, DC  20001

The program begins promptly at 7:00 pm with a 30-minute information session. The college fair follows immediately afterwards, lasting approximately 1.5 hours. Students, parents, and counselors are encouraged to register online in advance of the program.

CTCL programs are open to the public and free of charge. Attendees should register online in advance of the program.

Colleges anticipated to be in attendance include:

Agnes Scott College  ·  Allegheny College  ·  Beloit College  ·  Birmingham-Southern College  ·  Centre College  ·  Clark University  ·  Cornell College  ·  Denison University  ·  Earlham College  ·  Eckerd College  ·  The Evergreen State College  ·  Goucher College  ·  Guilford College  ·  Hampshire College  ·  Hendrix College  ·  Hiram College  ·  Hope College  ·  Juniata College  ·  Kalamazoo College  ·  Knox College  ·  Lawrence University  ·  McDaniel College  ·  Ohio Wesleyan University  ·  Reed College  ·  Rhodes College  ·  Southwestern University  ·  St. John’s College  ·  St. Olaf College  ·  University of Lynchburg  ·  University of Puget Sound  ·  Ursinus College  ·  Whitman College  ·  Willamette University  ·  College of Wooster

See the entire list of programs here.

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Johns Hopkins University - 3 Tips for  a Productive Summer

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Johns Hopkins University - 3 Tips for  a Productive Summer

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Summer is a great time for students to set themselves up for a successful college search and application process. Below we’ve included some resources your students can use as they plan their summer break. We encourage you to share these tips with your students and their families.

3 tips for a productive summer
College search

Start the college search by reviewing college admissions websites. Your students can explore these websites to see a quick overview of each college’s academics, community, and admissions process.

Hopkins offers application workshops, including Breaking Down the College Search, where students can learn how to identify which college characteristics are most important to them.

Our College Planning Guide has resources for your students to help them navigate the college search process, craft their strongest applications, and make decisions that are right for them and their families.

For students who want additional support and meet the income eligibility requirements, Matriculate is a free program where they can virtually connect with an undergraduate advisor on all aspects of the college and financial aid application process.

Involvement

Emphasize the importance of getting involved. Your students can consider ways to extend their impact beyond school like volunteering in their community, working a summer job, or participating in college summer programs. Hopkins offers several programs, including Summer at Hopkins and Engineering Innovation, where they can meet like-minded peers and dig deeper into their interests.

Participation in a summer program at Hopkins does not give an advantage to applicants during the admissions process.

Events

Encourage your students to attend virtual or on-campus events. Hearing directly from an admissions counselor or current college students can help high school students get a sense of what the university values and what kind of students thrive in their community.

Hopkins Preview: Students can join us on campus to dive deep into all things Hopkins. This two-hour program includes an information session, student panel, and campus tour.

Virtual Information Session: If your students aren’t sure where to start, this virtual session provides a comprehensive introduction to Hopkins. A member of our admissions committee will go over academics, student life, financial aid, and the application review process.

Virtual Admissions Q&A: Your students can get all their questions answered in this open session with an admissions committee member. We’ll share requirements and deadlines and how transcripts, essays, letters of recommendation, and other pieces of their application come together in our process.

Counselors interested in attending these events should sign up through our Counselor & Educator Event Options.

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Stanford University - Pre-Collegiate Summer Institutes

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Stanford University - Pre-Collegiate Summer Institutes

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There is still time for students to apply for the 2024 Stanford Pre-Collegiate Summer Institutes! The application deadline is March 29, 2024 at 11:59 pm Pacific Time.

Stanford Pre-Collegiate Summer Institutes is a summer enrichment program that provides passionate and intellectually curious students with intensive study in a single course. Our program covers advanced subjects rarely taught in high school, offering students a chance to challenge themselves by diving deep into cutting-edge topics.

Please direct students and their families to our website to learn more about our program. You can also share this digital flyer.

You and your students are welcome to contact us with any questions here.

Program Dates

Application Process

Tuition and Financial Aid

Learn More

Sincerely,
Stanford Pre-Collegiate Studies Team

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Miami University (Ohio) - Summer Scholars Program

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Miami University (Ohio) - Summer Scholars Program

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Help Students Prepare for College and Beyond

Summer Scholars Program
Session I: July 7-12, 2024
Session II: July 14-19, 2024*
* Some specific modules for this session will run
for two weeks between July 14-26.

Miami University's Summer Scholars Program is a selective program that provides a rich, early college experience for academically talented rising high school juniors and seniors from across the globe. Students will get a glimpse of life on campus as they dive into a specific academic program with faculty and other students who share their interests.

Students who attend Summer Scholars and then apply for undergraduate admission to Miami receive priority consideration for Miami merit scholarships and admission to selective programs.

As part of the application process, counselors will need to submit the following materials online by the May 1 application deadline on behalf of their students:

Letter of recommendation.

Applicant’s high school transcript (including current-year schedule).

Copy of any available test score reports. (We will gladly accept ACT, SAT, PSAT, and PreACT scores; test scores are optional.)

Verification of an applicant’s eligibility for free or reduced school lunch (if submitting application materials on behalf of a student in need of financial assistance).

We will also offer a limited number of full scholarships to academically talented students with financial need. There is no fee to apply for the program.

If you have any questions, please email summerscholars@MiamiOH.edu or call 513-529-2531.

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We’re happy to announce that AP® Daily: Practice Sessions will be back for the 2024 AP Exam administration! As AP teachers get their students ready to take AP Exam(s) this May, ensure they—and their students—are aware of this resource to help review course content with guided practice.

AP Daily: Practice Sessions is a video series that highlights free-response questions and multiple-choice questions, with the aim of helping students practice what they’ve learned throughout the school year.

Mark your calendar! AP Daily: Practice Sessions launch April 22. Additional details will follow in the weeks ahead.

Thank you for all you do to help AP teachers and students finish the school year strong and get ready for AP Exam(s).

Sincerely,

Advanced Placement Program

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We are just a few months away from the start of summer programs at WPI! This year, we are offering three distinct programs:

Launch (June 24 - 28)

A commuter program for rising 9, 10 & 11th graders.

Frontiers (July 7 - 19 & July 21 - Aug 2)

Two-week residential programs for rising 10, 11 & 12th graders.

Jumpstart (July 8- Aug 9)

A five week, virtual for-credit program for rising 11 & 12th graders.

Register for Launch

Appy to Frontiers

Appy to Jumpstart

We recognize there are several summer programs available to your student. Below are five reasons why a WPI Pre-College Experience may be the best fit!

1) Explore Your Future

Now is the time to check out different career paths by taking a variety of courses to expand your knowledge and fine-tune future aspirations. WPI's summer programs are a great stepping stone towards figuring out what classes you love and which ones you can do without.

2) Experience College Life

There's more to college than taking classes. Experience what life is like as an undergraduate by living in a residence hall, eating in the dining hall, and participating in social and educational activities on-campus and in the local community.

3) Make Lifelong Friendships

Find people with similar passions who will support you and help you grow as you begin the transition to college. Broaden your horizons by meeting students from all over the globe. Several past participants are still in contact with other students they met during a WPI summer program.

4) Learn by Doing

Apply your knowledge to hands-on projects run by WPI faculty or conduct experiments in labs where world-changing research happens. Examples of past projects include model airplane tests, cyanotype creations, and robot builds using VEX software.

5) Build Independence

Enjoy many of the same freedoms as a college student. Roam campus, enjoy the dining hall buffet, and develop a positive routine. Away from home, you make your own decisions.

* Don't worry, mom & dad, our team will provide safety and support 24/7, if needed.

Interested in learning more? Register for one of our upcoming information sessions by clicking on the below photos.

Worcester Polytechnic Institute
Office of Pre-Collegiate Outreach Programs
100 Institute Road
Worcester, MA, 01609, US
pop@wpi.edu | (508) 831 - 4900

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Georgetown University - Pre-College Summer Courses

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Georgetown University - Pre-College Summer Courses

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Give Your Students a Jump on College This Summer

Summer is a perfect time for motivated high school students to start thinking about college. Georgetown University’s application period for summer is now open.

The online pre-college programs help students ages 13 and older explore their interests. Through participating in our courses, students can discover if an interest could lead to a college major or even a future career.

Please share this email with your students so they can use their summer break to get ahead. Also, we encourage you to pass along our program flyer (printable or can be shared digitally) which includes key details about our courses.

VIEW OUR SUMMER COURSES

Sincerely,

Georgetown University Pre-College Online Program

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Suffolk University - Public History Summer Program

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Suffolk University - Public History Summer Program

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I’m excited to share that registration for the Suffolk University Summer Public History Institute – a 2-week residential program for rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors is open!

The program will take place July 7-19, 2024.

Through site visits, group discussions, and behind-the-scenes museum tours guided by Suffolk faculty, students will learn valuable skills in historical research, museum studies, and digital interpretation. Their studies will culminate in the creation of individualized digital exhibits using their very own Meta Quest unit, a cutting-edge virtual reality technology, which each student will get to keep!

During the program, students will gain hands-on, unparalleled access to:

The Freedom Trail

Revolutionary Spaces

Old North Church

The John F. Kennedy Library

Historic archaeological/building sites related to African American History

We’d love to have your students spend some of their summer at Suffolk. Space in these programs is limited, so please share this email with your students and encourage them to submit their registration by May 6.

If you have questions about the program, please feel free to email me or Lauren Nolfo-Clements, Associate Dean of Administration, Operations & Planning for the College of Arts & Sciences.

Best wishes,
Erik Gullard
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Associate Director of Undergraduate Admission

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We are just a few days away from the application deadline for the Entrepreneurship Program.

The application closes March 3 at 11:59 pm EST.

This summer will be an incredible time of high schoolers coming together from around the world to start businesses.

Don't miss out on the opportunity to develop your skills while being mentored by industry experts. Learn valuable problem-solving skills you can take into wherever your journey leads.

Apply today to be considered for the program.

Let's apply!

REMINDER!

There are still financial awards available. If your family makes less than $100,000 USD a year (or the equivalent), you may be eligible. If you need an application fee waiver, submit that request soon so that you can get your application in on time!

Apply Today

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Back by popular demand, Tom from College Essay Guy Team joins us to chat about best practices for underclassmen as they get into the rhythm of high school life.

Listen Now↨

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February Checklist for College Bound Students

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February Checklist for College Bound Students

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As Seniors submit their college applications and head into spring, here's a checklist to keep them on track with tasks like writing thank you's and confirming their applications.

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Montgomery County, Maryland National College Fair

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Montgomery County, Maryland National College Fair

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I wanted to remind you that the NACAC National College Fair - Montgomery County (MD) is coming up on Tuesday, March 19, and Wednesday, March 20.

The fair will be taking place at the Adventist HealthCare Fieldhouse. This is a great opportunity for you and your students to connect face-to-face with representatives from hundreds of colleges and universities.

All high school students, transfer students, high school or college counselors, and families are welcome to register for this complimentary event.

Dates and Times:
Tuesday, March 19
9:45am - 1:00pm ET
6:30pm - 8:00pm ET

Wednesday, March 20
9:45am - 11:30am ET

Location:
Adventist HealthCare Fieldhouse
18031 Central Park Circle
Boyds, MD 20841

View the list of exhibiting colleges and universities.

If you have any questions, please contact collegefairs@nacacnet.org.

Best,
Jason

Jason Smith (He/Him/His)
Associate Director, Events & Meetings

National Association for College Admission Counseling
1050 N. Highland St., Suite 400  |  Arlington, VA 22201

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Colleges that Change Lives - Washington DC College Fair

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Colleges that Change Lives - Washington DC College Fair

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Monday, March 11, 2024
7:00 – 9:00 PM

Westin Washington D.C. Downtown
River Birch Ballroom
999 9th Street NW
Washington, DC  20001

The program begins promptly at 7:00 pm with a 30-minute information session. The college fair follows immediately after, lasting approximately 1.5 hours. Students, parents, and counselors are encouraged to register online in advance of the program.

CTCL programs are open to the public and free of charge. Attendees should register online in advance of the program.

Colleges anticipated to be in attendance include:

Agnes Scott College  ·  Allegheny College  ·  Beloit College  ·  Birmingham-Southern College  ·  Centre College  ·  Clark University  ·  Cornell College  ·  Denison University  ·  Earlham College  ·  Eckerd College  ·  The Evergreen State College  ·  Goucher College  ·  Guilford College  ·  Hampshire College  ·  Hendrix College  ·  Hiram College  ·  Hope College  ·  Juniata College  ·  Kalamazoo College  ·  Knox College  ·  Lawrence University  ·  McDaniel College  ·  Ohio Wesleyan University  ·  Reed College  ·  Rhodes College  ·  Southwestern University  ·  St. John’s College  ·  St. Olaf College  ·  University of Lynchburg  ·  University of Puget Sound  ·  Ursinus College  ·  Whitman College  ·  Willamette University  ·  College of Wooster

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Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute - Preface Program (Summer Program)

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We would like to remind you about the 2024 PREFACE Program at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute!

PREFACE is a summer program for talented students who have been historically under-represented in science, engineering, and the technological fields, and who express a strong, early interest in pursuing careers in these areas.

This year’s program will take place in-person, Sunday, July 28 through Saturday, August 10, 2024 (2 weeks), on the Rensselaer campus in Troy, NY.

The PREFACE Program is for students who will be entering the 11th or 12th grade in the fall. Interested candidates should review the information on the PREFACE website and complete the online application.

Completed applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. ET on April 19, 2024. Notifications will be made to accepted students in early May.

If you have questions about the program, please contact us at preface@rpi.edu.

Sincerely,
Cynthia L. Smith, M.S. '96
Director of Pipeline Initiatives and Partnerships
preface@rpi.edu

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Wake Forest University - Summer Programs

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Wake Forest University - Summer Programs

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Give your students a jump on college this summer

Summer is a perfect time for motivated high school students to start thinking about college.

Wake Forest University offers pre-college online courses to help students ages 13 and older explore their interests. The summer application period is now open. Through participating in our courses, students can discover if an interest could lead to a college major or even a future career.

Please share this email with your students so they can use their summer break to get ahead. Also, we encourage you to pass along our program flyer (printable or can be shared digitally) which includes key details about our courses.

EXPLORE OUR SUMMER COURSES

Sincerely,

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Brown University - Summer @ Brown Information Session

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Brown University - Summer @ Brown Information Session

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You're invited!

Info Session: Summer@Brown and Student Life
Thursday, February 29
7:30 to 8:15 p.m. ET

Register Today

Join Yolanda Davis, Assistant Dean, Pre-College Programs, and Brittanny Connelly, Director, Pre-College Student Life, for an overview of our largest program, Summer@Brown, and what the student life experience is like, both on campus and online.

This session will conclude with a live Q&A.

Spanish interpreting will be available.

We hope to see you there!

P.S. - Have a question?
Reply to this email or call (401) 863-7900, Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ET to get connected to a Program Advisor who can help.

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Pratt Institute - Art and Design Summer Programs

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Pratt Institute - Art and Design Summer Programs

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Students who are on their path to becoming artists, designers, or architects?

With options ranging from one-day workshops, 1-credit Saturday classes during the school year, to a 4-week, 4-credit immersive in-person summer program, Pratt PreCollege aims to meet students where they are in their creative and academic journey.

Learn more about our upcoming programs:

Late Spring 2024–Deadline to Register: April 19, 2024

Portfolio Development Workshop (Online)
Learn from the expert! Join Mike Barry, Associate Director of Admissions and artist, in an engaging, 3-hour workshop covering the ins and outs of what makes a compelling portfolio, what a complete application consists of, and the importance of a portfolio for students considering a career and education in art and design. This unique portfolio workshop aims to give students the tools to look critically at their work, set challenges, and develop meaningful practice as they cultivate their unique creative voice. Engage in a culminating live Q&A session for personalized advice and receive the tools to kickstart preparation for college admission.

SUMMER 2024 PRECOLLEGE PROGRAM:
June 2024: Deadlines to Register: Credit: May 1, 2024; NonCredit: May 7, 2024

PreCollege ELL Portfolio (Online)
Do you know students looking to improve their English language skills with an interest in art, design, and architecture? These 30-hour online, noncredit classes for English Language Learners (ELL) run June 3 - July 3, 2024 from 8:00PM - 11:00PM EST. Classes are available in both Written Communication and Oral Communication - students are encouraged to enroll in both classes for a further immersive experience.

Online Summer Courses
Join us online from June 3 - July 3, 2024 in 1-credit and NonCredit classes. Credit-bearing classes are modeled after Pratt’s undergraduate curriculum and focus on specific areas of study across the Institute’s offerings such as Architecture, Graphic Design, and Painting and Drawing.

July 2024: Deadline to Register: May 1, 2024

In-Person Summer PreCollege Program
Enroll in two, 2-credit classes from a list of 19 different concentrations! This immersive, 4-week program takes place on Pratt’s beautiful Brooklyn campus. Residential students live in Pratt residential halls and participate in extracurricular activities such as museum visits and artist lectures.

Have questions about any of the programs? Meet our team on zoom  to learn more about upcoming programs with Pratt PreCollege in a virtual Info Session and Q+A on Thursday, February 29, 2024 at 6:00PM EST.

Questions about ELL Portfolio? We’re hosting a focused Info Session and Q+A at 6:00PM ET on Wednesday, March 13, 2024 on Zoom. Register here with Eventbrite.

Questions in the meantime? Email our team at precollege@pratt.edu .

Warm Regards,

Von Hemert

Associate Director, PreCollege & Credit Programs

Image Courtesy of Fiona Szende, Pratt MFA 2015

PLEASE NOTE: Pratt Institute's portfolio requirements are described online.

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Information Sessions - College List Building, Preparing for Decisions

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Information Sessions - College List Building, Preparing for Decisions

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I'm excited to share with you two live events coming soon, covering the topics of building college lists, and preparing studentd for good (and not-so-good) news in the coming months.

For Students & Families

Inside our Parent Community, we host regular workshops and sessions, especially for parents of college-bound students. Join us!

Building a College List that Makes Sense for Your Student (and You) | 9th-11th Graders

Tues Feb 27th, 4-5pm PT / 7-8pm ET

We'll be covering:

Where do you begin when creating a college list?

What resources should you use to assess fit?

Best methods to research colleges and universities

Ways to diversify your list and maximize your options

Tips for finding best financial fit schools

Alternative options to consider (beyond the typical names and rankings)

Join the Parent Community & RSVP

Decisions, Decisions: Preparing Your Student for Good and Not-So-Good College News | 12th Graders

Weds March 6th, 12-1pm PT / 3-4pm ET

College application decisions are rolling in— accepted, waitlisted, and denied. Now what? Join us to learn how to decipher the news, make a plan, and move forward in an informed and strategic way. We'll be covering:

What does it mean if your child is accepted, waitlisted or denied

Tips on comparing acceptance and financial aid offers

Next steps to take if your child is waitlisted (to maximize their chance of potential acceptance)

How to help your child cope with denials and get excited about their options

Join the Parent Community & RSVP

Dig those? Browse more upcoming events, or watch recordings of past events here.

Hope you can join—
Ethan

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American University of Rome - Academic Information Sessions

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American University of Rome - Academic Information Sessions

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Ciao!

The American University of Rome's unique academic experience combines theory with practice through on-site visits and field trips within Rome and throughout Italy and Europe.

Students are invited to join one or all of our upcoming roundtable events to learn how AUR can help them discover their passion and prepare them for a future of purpose!

All About Academics - Conversations with AUR Students & Faculty:

Business Administration, International Relations & Global Politics, and Travel & Tourism Management
Thursday, March 7, 2024, at 7 PM CET | Convert to your local time​​

Students Register Here​​​​​​
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Communication & Digital Media, English Writing, Literature & Publishing, and Film
Thursday,  March 21, 2024, at 7 PM CET | Convert to your local time​​

Students Register Here​​​​​​

Archaeology & Classics, Art History, Fine Arts, and Interdisciplinary Studies
Thursday,  March 28, 2024, at 7 PM CET | Convert to your local time​​

Students Register Here​​​​​​

We look forward to meeting you at one or all of these interactive discussions about academics at AUR!

All the best,

The Admissions Team
The American University of Rome

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Yale - to Require Standardized Testing for future applicants

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Yale - to Require Standardized Testing for future applicants

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I write to share the news that Yale has announced a new standardized testing policy that will go into effect for the 2024-25 admissions cycle.

Yale will return to requiring scores of all applicants but will expand the list of tests that fulfill the requirement to include AP and IB exams in addition to ACT and SAT. Current applicants will not be affected.

This change is the product of four years of experience with test-optional policies, a robust set of analyses from Yale’s institutional research office, and illuminating conversations with many of you.

What Test-Flexible Means for Yale

Knowing that most prospective applicants will be unfamiliar with a test-flexible policy, we have created a new suite of resources. I encourage you to review,

An updated standardized testing webpage with advice to applicants

Frequently asked questions

A statement announcing our new policy

A Q&A Interview with Yale News

A three-part series on our podcast, Inside the Yale Admissions Office, covering testing generally, the new policy specifically, and how we got here.

Yale will not prefer one test type over another, and students with more scores will not be advantaged. We are communicating proactively that Yale’s policy should not drive students to take more tests, and that focusing too narrowly on testing is not a wise college preparation strategy.

I also want to say clearly that Yale does not view AP or IB courses as superior to other rigorous college preparatory programs. Our decision to accept these scores stems from new internal research on the predictive validity of the exams, and not a preference for those courses.

I sincerely appreciate you sharing and reinforcing these messages within your community; I know they are often not intuitive to students or parents.

How Students Will Meet Yale’s Requirement

Although our new policy may initially seem more complicated than test-optional or test-required, I expect it will prove simple and straightforward in practice.

Starting this fall, applicants will be asked to indicate which scores they would like considered when completing their Yale-specific questions. Applicants will select one or more type of test from the list of four options. Those who select AP or IB will be required to include results from all subject exams they have completed prior to applying.

The Yale-specific questions will include space for students to self-report scores that do not appear elsewhere in their application materials. This will allow students to withhold scores from colleges with different testing policies while using the same application.

Applicants may report “super-scored” results from the SAT or ACT, provided they include scores from all subsections. Predicted IB scores will not fulfill Yale’s requirement but may still be included with the application. Consistent with our current policy, applicants will fulfill Yale’s requirement with self-reported scores and only admitted students will be required to submit official results prior to enrolling.

Finally, a new optional question will invite students to provide brief additional information detailing any extenuating circumstances associated with preparing for or completing any tests. I hope this question reinforces our message that scores are considered holistically and contextually, by a real person.

Why Test-Flexible?

My team’s positive experience with a test-optional policy persuaded us that requiring only the SAT or ACT can discourage promising students from considering colleges like Yale. The experience also demonstrated, however, that inviting students to apply without any test scores can, inadvertently, disadvantage students from low-income, first-generation, and rural backgrounds.

Our new policy is designed to help applicants put their best foot forward and to help admission officers respond to well-prepared students from all contexts. I expect that for some, strong performance on AP or IB exams will be more meaningful than an ACT or SAT score. For others — including those attending schools that lack access to AP or IB courses — an ACT or SAT score may provide a valuable data point that gives the committee confidence in a student’s preparation.

This confidence is founded on evidence: consistent with research from other highly selective colleges, our analyses have found that standardized test scores predict future Yale grades better than any other available data point — including high school grades — even after controlling for family income and other demographic variables.

I believe every standardized test is imperfect and incomplete. No single exam can demonstrate every student’s college readiness or perfectly predict future performance. A test can, however, highlight an applicant’s areas of academic strength, reinforce high school grades, fill in gaps in a transcript stemming from extenuating circumstances, and — most importantly — identify students whose performance stands out in their school context.

Finally, I know many of you have struggled to provide consistent answers to students who have asked, “Should I submit my scores or not?” This natural question typically presupposes that scores above a certain threshold help an application while those below hurt. The reality in our whole-person review process is not that simple. My hope is that by requiring scores of everyone but providing greater flexibility, we communicate that scores are an important but not determinative component of the application and that students have agency in how they showcase their strengths to colleges.

The Road Ahead

On both sides of the desk, we admissions professionals reply on consistent data to help inform our work with complex, accomplished, and fascinating young people whose strengths cannot be reduced to numbers.

My work of assembling a class composed of dynamic young people with an amazingly diverse range of experiences requires an open mind and a healthy dose of humility about my ability to predict the future. With our standardized testing, we are striving to take the same approach.

I believe this policy is the right approach for Yale, right now. But among the many lessons of the past four years, I have especially learned the value of remaining nimble. I am relieved to finally announce a testing policy not in the form of a one-year extension, but I don’t not expect our conversations about standardized testing will end.

Thank you as always for your partnership in our shared goal of connecting promising young with the world’s college opportunities. I wish you and your communities the very best.

Jeremiah Quinlan
Dean of Undergraduate Admissions and Financial Aid

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Bowdoin College - College Admission Process Sessions for HS Juniors (première & seconde)

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Bowdoin College - College Admission Process Sessions for HS Juniors (première & seconde)

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Greetings from Maine. At a time when there are many changes and uncertainties in the college admissions landscape, we are thinking of you and your family. With that in mind, we are offering a series of virtual programs that we hope will be helpful.

For Parents and Family Members: The College Admissions Process
This 3-part series of virtual events is designed specifically for parents and families of juniors in high school.

The first event is February 21.

What are you looking for?
Sign up now: Wednesday, February 21 at 8 p.m. eastern time.
Location? Academic discipline? Food? Weather? Size? A Bowdoin admissions officer will lay out the factors to start building your college list. We'll discuss important financial aid terms, and first steps for your family to consider in your search and how to start exploring colleges that meet your criteria.

What are we looking for? Sign up for March 20
We'll cover how each piece of a college application helps us learn more about your student.

How to learn more. Sign up for April 24
We'll cover how to start building knowledge beyond a college list.

For Students—The College Search Process: Finding Your Fit
In this special student session on March 13, we'll help students understand the many ways to research colleges and universities. How can they really find the information they value most?

During these programs, we'll reinforce that while we are here to help, it is your school counselor who is the best source of information.

Sincerely,
Bowdoin Admissions

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University of Pennsylvania - New AI Engineering Program

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University of Pennsylvania - New AI Engineering Program

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Well, we have good news—Penn's School of Engineering and Applied Science just announced the launch of a Bachelor of Science in Engineering in Artificial Intelligence (AI) degree, the first undergraduate major of its kind among Ivy League universities and one of the very first AI undergraduate engineering programs in the U.S.

Penn is committed to developing innovative, leading-edge AI engineers who understand the principles of AI and how to apply them in a responsible and ethical way.

Is the student who will lead the way to a future where AI works in service to society sitting in a classroom at your school? This degree could be the perfect opportunity for them. The best part is they don't have to be sure just yet. At Penn, students applying to the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences don't have to declare a major until the end of their first year at Penn. We encourage you to share this exciting news with the budding engineers you know!

With gratitude,

Penn Admissions

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Explore Goucher Day - Goucher College Open House 

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The only way to really know whether a college is right for you is to explore it for yourself.

SPRING EXPLORE GOUCHER DAY

Sunday, March 3, 2024
9 a.m. (Registration opens at 8:45 a.m.)
The Ungar Athenaeum

You’ll tour the campus, talk with students, faculty, and staff, and get the lowdown on student life. You’ll get a real feel for what it’s like to be part of an academic community that blends far-reaching and wide-ranging intellectual opportunities, exciting cultural events, and real experience on programs around the world.

Meet with the people that make Goucher great, including representatives from—

Admissions Office

Global Education

Career Education Office

Student Engagement

Student clubs (Black Gophers, Movimiento Estudianil Hispano-Americano, Student Government, Humans versus Zombies, and more!)

Can’t make it to Explore Goucher Day? Don’t worry, there are more options to experience all that we have to offer!

Individual Campus Visits
Monday–Friday & Selected Weekend Dates

Virtual Presentations & Panels
Hosted Monthly September–December

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Stetson University - John B Stetson Scholarship for Juniors (Premiere)

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Stetson University - John B Stetson Scholarship for Juniors (Premiere)

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Please let Ms. Lance or Mr. Adams know if you are interested in this opportunity.

Stetson University is seeking to support high-achieving juniors who might be looking for an opportunity for additional college funds. We need your help to select students who could benefit from our new "John B. Stetson Scholarship." This scholarship is valued at $35,000, and is intended to help with the financial burden of educational expenses, including textbooks and other essential school-related costs.

This prestigious award is named in honor of John B. Stetson, a visionary hatmaker whose contributions extended far beyond the realm of fashion. His unwavering dedication to excellence, generosity, innovative problem-solving, and resilience have left an indelible mark on our community and the world.

John B. Stetson was renowned not only for his craftsmanship but also for his profound commitment to making a positive impact. His ethos of giving back to the community and his innovative approach to challenges are the cornerstones upon which this scholarship, and Stetson University, are founded.

It is awarded to those exceptional students who embody these same values: a dedication to excellence in their academic and personal endeavors, a generous spirit that seeks to uplift others, a creative approach to solving problems, and the grit to overcome adversity.

As the recipient of the John B. Stetson Award, you are not only receiving financial support to further your education at Stetson University but also the recognition of your potential to carry forward John B. Stetson's legacy. We believe in your capacity to make significant contributions to our community and beyond, embodying the same spirit of innovation, generosity, and determination that Mr. Stetson himself demonstrated.

Nominations will be accepted between February 15 - March 15 and will be awarded by April 1 so you are able to announce the winners during your spring awards ceremony.

Please nominate no more than 3 students from your school:

Nomination Form

Feel free to contact us directly if you have any questions at 386-822-7100 or admissions@stetson.edu.

Sincerely,

Dr. Jeffery Gates
Senior Vice President of Enrollment and Marketing
Stetson University

Office of Admissions | 421 N. Woodland Blvd., Unit 8378 | DeLand, FL 32723

You were selected to receive this communication based on your registration with the SAT, ACT, or one of our educational partnerships because your profile fits with students who are successful at Stetson University. To ensure that you continue receiving our emails, please add us to your address book or safe list.

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Washington University in St. Louis - Summer Programs

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We want to share information about our summer programs for your younger students. Our programs offer highly motivated students the chance to explore academics and campus life at WashU. We encourage you to share these programs with your students as they build their college lists and explore academic opportunities beyond high school.

Use the links below to learn more about each program, including application guidelines.

Olin Business School Programs

The application deadline for the following programs is March 10, 2024.

BOLD@Olin: July 7–11, 2024

Gateway to Business: July 7–13, 2024

Please note: Gateway to Business also includes three virtual sessions (June 13, 20, and 27), followed by the one-week, in-person academic experience on the WashU campus.

Arts & Sciences Programs

The application deadline for the following programs is April 1, 2024.

High School Summer Scholars Program: June 9–July 13, 2024

High School Summer Institutes: July 14–27, 2024

High School Summer Launch: July 28–August 3, 2024

Sam Fox School of Design & Visual Arts Programs

The application deadline for the following programs is March 30, 2024.

Architecture Discovery Program: July 14–27, 2024

Portfolio Plus Program: July 14–August 3, 2024

Visit our Summer Programs Page for additional opportunities with Arts & Sciences, Tyson Research Center, the Division of Biology and Biomedical Sciences, WashU Athletics, and WashU Rural Scholars Academy.

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Rochester Institute of Technology - Spring Open House

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Rochester Institute of Technology - Spring Open House

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We can't wait to share with you what makes RIT/NTID an amazing place to live and learn.

We're welcoming students and their families to campus for an in-person Open House this spring. They'll meet faculty and current students, take a closer look at our curriculum and facilities, and get information on our admissions process. We'll also share information about our unparalleled access and support services for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. Students will also have an opportunity to attend an event highlighting RIT/NTID clubs and organizations, and meet our student leaders!

Open House will highlight the associate-level, associate+bachelor's degree, and pre-baccalaureate programs for deaf and hard-of-hearing students, as well as the bachelor's degree programs in ASL-English interpretation, and community development and inclusive leadership.

Friday, March 29 or April 26*, 2024

​​​​Check-in will start at 8:30 a.m. in the Student Development Center (SDC) Lobby, and the day's activities will conclude at 4:00 p.m.

Share this link with your students to register: rit.edu/ntid/springoh

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The Hendrix College Programming Contest (HCPC) is a computer programming contest to be held at Hendrix College in Conway, AR, on Saturday, March 30, featuring both collegiate and high school divisions.

In the style of the International Collegiate Programming Contest, teams of up to three students will compete to solve as many programming challenges as possible during the five-hour contest.

The HCPC will develop students’ teamwork, programming skills, and the kind of algorithmic thinking and problem-solving that will truly set them apart in academia and industry.

LEARN MORE AND REGISTRATION

Hendrix College

1﻿600 Washington Avenue | Conway, Arkansas 7﻿2032

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EXPLORING NEW OPPORTUNITIES AT RICE

With the start of a new semester comes new opportunities to discover what Rice University can offer your students.

We host virtual information sessions led by our admission counselors for those who want to get an overview of Rice, as well as virtual academic sessions for each of our schools of study for those who really want to focus on the programs we offer and the kind of research they could do here. And no visit is complete without connecting with current Owls — we encourage them to drop in on an Ask Me Anything virtual session with a Rice student or come to campus for a tour.

Learn more about Rice by registering for any of the events below.

FEATURED EVENTS

Admission Information Sessions

Join a virtual Admission Information Session, led by our admission counselors, and learn about our amazing programs, vibrant student life, and groundbreaking research. On select days, we invite international students to join us for a session specifically focused on their application requirements.

REGISTER

Academic Schools

Dive deeper into academics at Rice and discover more about our undergraduate schools of study. Connect virtually with faculty or staff in that school of study, ask questions about majors and minors, and explore research and programs.

REGISTER

Ask Me Anything with a Rice Student

Explore our vibrant student life in these sessions with current students as they talk about their personal experiences and answer your questions about the residential college system, clubs and activities, and what it means to be a Rice Owl.

REGISTER

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Brown University - STEM for 9th and 10th Graders

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Brown University - STEM for 9th and 10th Graders

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Info Session: STEM for Rising 9th and 10th Graders
TONIGHT, February 15
7 to 7:45 p.m. ET

Register Today

Join Abbey Aevazelis, Associate Director, Pre-College Programs and Director of STEM Programs, for an overview of our STEM for Rising 9th and 10th Graders program for summer 2024.

This session will conclude with a live Q&A.

We hope to see you there!

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Denison University - Young Writers Workshop

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Denison University - Young Writers Workshop

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Why should your students have to wait until college to start honing their craft in poetry, fiction, and nonfiction?

Every summer for nearly three decades, talented high school juniors and seniors to-be have been welcomed to Denison University in Granville, Ohio, for the acclaimed Reynolds Young Writers Workshop.

The workshop is an eight-day residential program that incorporates small creative writing workshops, group sessions with Denison creative writing faculty and notable visiting writers, and much more.

Only 48 students get the chance to come to The Hill to participate each June.

That means students experience small, intimate writing workshops and one-on-one interactions with people who have made writing their career. It's a great way to connect with a close-knit community of writing teachers, mentors, and peers from around the world.

Program Details

This is your students' chance to work with award-winning authors whose work has appeared in publications like The New Yorker, The Atlantic, and SB Nation; who have published books; who care deeply about storytelling; and who love to teach.

The program runs from June 22 through June 29, 2024. Financial assistance is available to families who qualify, and information about the program is online at reynolds.denison.edu. Applications must be submitted no later than Friday, March 1, 2024, at 11:59pm.

Thank you for encouraging your students to consider this opportunity. If you or they have any questions, please reach out at reynoldswriting@denison.edu or at 740-587-6207.

Jennifer Leonard '09
Director of the Reynolds Young Writers Workshop
Visiting Assistant Professor

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Worcester Polytechnic Institute -College Credit Jumpstart

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Worcester Polytechnic Institute -College Credit Jumpstart

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Do you want to earn college credit while you're still in high school? College Credit Jumpstart is perfect for you!

Apply Now!

The College Credit Jumpstart application is now open!

We look forward to receiving your completed application shortly! For consideration, please submit the following before April 30, 2024:

The application

High school transcript

Teacher letter of recommendation

English proficiency scores (international only)

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. We will respond to students within two weeks of receiving a completed application. Early applicants are most likely to have their first choice of courses honored.

About College Credit Jumpstart
College Credit Jumpstart is a pre-college summer program designed for rising 11th & 12th graders who are interested in earning college credit from WPI. Our five-week courses are taught entirely online, so they can be completed anywhere! Some are taught live while others allow you to go at your own pace. Tutoring is available at no extra cost!

Dates: July 8th - August 9th, 2024

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#1 Undergraduate Engineering Program in the United States as ranked by US News and World Report.

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Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology - Summer Programs

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Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology - Summer Programs

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YOUR STUDENTS CAN SPEND THEIR SUMMER DIVING DEEP INTO SCIENCE, MATH AND ENGINEERING AT ROSE-HULMAN.

Check out our summer program virtual tour to hear about opportunities, see some of our world-class facilities, and learn more about one of the best STEM schools in the country that your students could call home this summer.

ROSE POWERSESION 1:
JUNE 16, 2024 - JUNE 21, 2024
SESSION 2:
JUNE 23, 2024 - JUNE 28, 2024

If you're a ninth-grade girl, never worked in a makerspace, and considering STEM, Rose Power is for you. You will spend six days on campus in our innovation centers under the guidance of faculty and students. By the end of the week, there won't be a tool or machine you haven't conquered. LEARN MORE

APPLY TODAY

PROJECT SELECT

SESSION 1:
JULY 14, 2024 - JULY 20, 2024
SESSION 2:
JULY 21, 2024 - JULY 27, 2024

Be among the select few to come to Rose-Hulman during the summer after your freshman or sophomore year for this exciting STEM experience. Project SELECT lets you get hands-on with science and engineering in a way you've never done before. LEARN MORE

APPLY TODAY

CREATION CRATES

SESSION 1:
TBD

Completing the Creation Crates program will illuminate the potential for experiments in everything you do. Inspired by a Rose-Hulman Mechanical Engineering course, Creation Crates is your opportunity to design your own engineering experiments at home! LEARN MORE

OPERATION CATAPULT

SESSION 1:
JUNE 4, 2024 - JUNE 14, 2024
SESSION 2:
JUNE 18, 2024 - JUNE 28, 2024
SESSION 3:
JULY 9, 2024 - JULY 19, 2024

Come to Rose-Hulman the summer before your junior or senior year in high school and spend two weeks in a fun and exciting engineering experience. Operation Catapult is something you'll never forget! LEARN MORE

APPLY TODAY

ROSE ACCELERATE

MAY 30, 2024 - AUGUST 16, 2024

Expand your knowledge by taking core college coursework online this summer and earn credits toward your Rose-Hulman degree. LEARN MORE

APPLY TODAY

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University of Maryland - Admission Update

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University of Maryland - Admission Update

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Next Steps for Admitted Freshmen
Fall admitted students have until May 1, 2024, and spring admitted students have until November 15, 2024, to confirm their enrollment at UMD through the Terps Application Portal. However, all admitted students must apply for on-campus housing by May 1, 2024. We encourage students to review the Admitted Student Checklists for additional steps needed to join the next class of Terps and to register for an Admitted Student Open House.

Limited Enrollment Program Update
Due to the exponential growth in popularity of Computer Science, the volume and competitive nature of the program has changed.

Students who wish to change their major to Computer Science after enrolling at UMD would apply as internal transfers, after having completed gateway requirements and the LEP application. Meeting course grades and GPA requirements does not guarantee admission. it is highly unlikely that students will be admitted to Computer Science at a later time. Computer Science expects to have a very small number of internal transfer students each year.

Opportunities for Students to Connect with Our Office
During the spring semester, we offer a variety of visit options, allowing students to interact with UMD students and learn first-hand what it's like to #BeATerp. We encourage students to keep an eye on our calendar for the most up-to-date information. If you are interested in scheduling a visit for your school, please contact your admission representative at ApplyMaryland@umd.edu.

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Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute - PREFACE Program

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Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute - PREFACE Program

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We are excited to share information with you about the 2024 PREFACE Program at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute! PREFACE is a summer program for talented students who have been historically under-represented in science, engineering, and the technological fields, and who express a strong, early interest in pursuing careers in these areas. This year’s program will take place in person, Sunday, July 28 through Saturday, August 10, 2024 (2 weeks), on the Rensselaer campus in Troy, NY.

The PREFACE Program is for students who will be entering the 11th or 12th grade in the fall. Interested candidates should review the information on the PREFACE website and complete the online application.

Completed applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. ET on April 19, 2024. Notifications will be made to accepted students in early May.

If you have questions about the program, please contact us at preface@rpi.edu.

Sincerely,
Cynthia L. Smith, M.S. '96
Director of Pipeline Initiatives and Partnerships
preface@rpi.edu

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Rhode Island School of Design (RISD), Pre-Collegiate Programs

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Rhode Island School of Design (RISD), Pre-Collegiate Programs

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Five Reasons to Attend RISD Summer Pre-College

1. Live like a RISD student
2. Improve your skills
3. Push your limits
4. Build your portfolio
5. Follow a college-level curriculum

Join us for a creative experience like no other. Spaces are limited in our summer program for high school students, with some majors already filled. Apply now to secure your spot!

LEARN MORE & APPLY

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National Catholic College Admission Association - Scholarship

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National Catholic College Admission Association - Scholarship

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The 2024 National CCAA First-Year Scholarship application is live!

This year we are excited to offer the National CCAA First-Year Scholarship for the 12th consecutive year.

The National CCAA First-Year Scholarship is awarded to 16 randomly selected students from various geographic regions who attend one of our 116 member institutions in fall 2024. The scholarship was established to celebrate and promote Catholic higher education, and the National CCAA Board of Directors is pleased to help support students' transition to college.

The scholarship is a one-time, $1,000 award. This year's application is available here; it is brief and should only take students a few minutes to complete. The deadline to apply is Monday, April 1st. Award recipients will be selected and notified in mid to late April.

Further details regarding the scholarship and application procedures can be found here.

On behalf of our Board of Directors, thank you for your continued support of our organization and for your good work in promoting Catholic higher education.

Best wishes,

Eric Nichols

2024 National CCAA President

Vice President for Enrollment Management

Loyola University Maryland

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Career Edge: Attending an NYU High School Program

Learn more about NYU SPS’s precollegiate summer program Career Edge, including the large variety of classes and extracurricular opportunities open to high school students. Applications are now open!

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We will close the application for all 3 Entrepreneurship Programs on March 3.

We are excited to announce that decisions for the Early Application will be released by the end of next week.

There is still time to submit your application and join a community of 100s of high schoolers passionate about changing their corner of the universe. Join the movement!

Expanding the Online Innovation Program

We are also excited to announce that we are expanding the Online Innovation Program by adding 60 more seats so that more high schoolers like you can be a consultant to an existing business this year.

Take time to submit an application this week!

Let's apply!

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Carnegie Melon University, Pre-College Programs

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Carnegie Melon University, Pre-College Programs

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Sophomores and juniors looking for a summer opportunity? There's still time to apply to Carnegie Mellon's Pre-College Programs.

Through Carnegie Mellon's Pre-College Programs, rising juniors and seniors during the summer of 2024 have the opportunity to experience a world-class education on a beautiful, vibrant college campus. Our programs prepare students for their upcoming college experience, help them narrow their career focus, and build critical knowledge and skills. Participants must be 16 years of age by the program start date of June 22, 2024.

Pre-College Programs - Summer of 2024 (scholarships available)

Architecture: Introduces design practice, creative problem solving, and critical thinking through a matrix of programming, celebrating curiosity, and providing a strong foundation for architectural education. (5-week program)

Art: Uses both traditional tools and cutting-edge technologies to explore creative ideas in a college-level studio environment. Students develop both conceptual and technical skills preparing them for a wide range of opportunities in both art studies and careers. (3- and 6-week program options)

Computational Biology: Provides extensive training in both cutting-edge laboratory experiments to generate biological data and the computational analysis of that data. Uses real-world scenarios for exploration. (3-week program)

Design: Introduces students to the discipline of Design, provides a foundation of skills, and gives a clear idea of what to expect from a college-level accredited program. (6-week program)

Drama: Prepares students for the college audition and interview process, illustrating the kind of creativity and discipline required of students studying a Bachelor of Fine Arts Drama curriculum. Students will be introduced to the intensity of a top-rated undergraduate conservatory experience. (6-week program)

Music: Immerses high school students in a world-class conservatory experience within an internationally recognized university. The program mirrors the first weeks of Carnegie Mellon’s first-year undergraduate School of Music curriculum. (3- and 6-week program options, commuter part-time option)

National High School Game Academy: Allows high school students to experience modern video game development using industry-standard technology. Students interested in art, music and audio, game design, and software development are encouraged to apply for this interdisciplinary program. (6-week program)

Summer Session: Provides high school students with the opportunity to take summer courses offered by Carnegie Mellon. Students earn college credit while working in an academic setting that mirrors the supportive, rigorous environment of the first year of college. (6-week program)

Writing & Culture: Storytelling is the process of uncovering, understanding, and sharing stories. Whether through words or images, stories unite us and help create a mutual space for understanding ourselves and each other. That’s what the Pre-College Writing & Culture program works to develop: skilled, reflective, engaged storytellers who can share our stories well. (4-week program)

Fully Funded, Merit-Based Programs - Summer of 2024 (no cost to participant)

AI Scholars: Provides opportunities for students who have been historically excluded in STEM to study artificial intelligence with full-time faculty, staff, and researchers who are leaders in the field. (4-week program, rising seniors only)

CS Scholars: Provides students who have been historically excluded in the field of computer science an opportunity to explore the subject with full-time faculty, staff and researchers who are leaders in the field.  (4-week program, rising juniors only)

Summer Academy for Math and Science:  Allows students from underrepresented communities to develop a deeper understanding of STEM via traditional classroom instruction, hands-on projects, and sustained engagement with world-renowned faculty and skilled staff mentors. (6-week program, rising seniors only)

Please share these opportunities and our online application with your students and families. And reach out with any questions.

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Duke University - Regular Decision Admission Update

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Duke University - Regular Decision Admission Update

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Now that our Regular Decision application deadline has passed, I can give you a quick update on our applicant pool. We’ve received almost 48,000 Regular Decision applications, an increase of nearly 10 percent over last year, and by far our largest Regular Decision pool.

With the Early Decision applicants, our total applicant pool has ended up right around 54,200. Similar to past cycles, a little under half of our class was filled in the Early Decision process, which included our QuestBridge scholars.

We had a record low 12.9 percent Early Decision admit rate, and our anticipated Regular Decision admit rate this year will be around 4.5 percent.

We understand and appreciate that a process this spring that will select fewer than one in twenty applicants can present challenges for everyone.

Your students have access to their online portal where they can track the status of their application. Decisions will be released at the end of March. We typically let students know the exact date and time about a week beforehand.

You have received this email because you submitted a School Report on behalf of an Early Decision and/or Regular Decision candidate this cycle. Feel free to share it with your colleagues.

Thank you for your efforts on behalf of your students and their families, and thank you for your continued partnership in the college admissions process.

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Worcester Polytechnic Institute - Summer Pre-Collegiate Programs

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Worcester Polytechnic Institute - Summer Pre-Collegiate Programs

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Greetings from WPI!

As you start to plan your summer, consider WPI’s Pre-College Summer Programs! For over 40 years, our summer programs have prepared high school students for the rigor, discipline and knowledge necessary for a highly selective STEM based undergraduate education. This year, we are offering three unique opportunities for students: Launch, Frontiers, and College Credit Jumpstart.

Register for Launch

Launch at a glance:

One-week commuter program

June 24 - 28 | 9am - 4pm

Available to rising 9, 10 & 11th graders

WPI faculty provide hands-on activities, demos, and discussions

Use state-of-the-art technology, industry software, and laboratory experience

Delve into your STEM topic and connect with peers who share your passion

Courses are registration based and filled on a first-come, first-served basis

Course offerings:

Aerospace Engineering

Chemistry & Biochemistry

Computer Science

Crime Scene Chemistry

Data Science

Exploring the World with MATLAB

Interactive Media & Game Development

Materials Science

Physics

Robotics Engineering

Apply to Frontiers

Frontiers at a glance:

A pair of two-week residential programs

July 7 - 19

July 21 - August 2

Available to rising 10, 11 & 12th graders

Explore a STEM major with a humanities, arts, or business minor

Engage in college preparation workshops and social activities

Learn in tandem with peers from around the globe on WPI's campus

Frontiers is an application based program. Students rank course preference on their application and are notified of course enrollment via their acceptance letter

Course offerings:

Aerospace Engineering

Business: Entrepreneurship

Computer Science

Data Science

Digital Imaging & Computer Arts

Elements of Writing: The Application Essay

Interactive Media & Game Development

Mechanical Engineering

Music

Psychology

Robotics Engineering

and more!

Be on the lookout for our College Credit Jumpstart application link after 9:00am on February 14th!

College Credit Jumpstart at a glance:

Five-week online for credit program

July 8 - August 9

Available to rising 11 & 12th graders

Earn college credit while in high school

Courses are offered live virtually or asynchronously and recorded (as listed in the course description)

Tutoring support tailored to you

Connect with WPI faculty, staff, and undergraduate students

Jumpstart is an application based program. Students register for their course after program acceptance.

Course offerings:

Applied Statistics

Calculus I, II or III

Discrete Mathematics

Environmental Biology

Foundations of Music Technology

General Physics

Intro to Biotechnology

Intro to Computer Aided Design (CAD)

Organic Chemistry I

Social Psychology

and more!

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UCLA Game Lab - High School Summer Institute

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UCLA Game Lab High School Summer Institute 2024 -
Registration begins February 15!

Hello from the UCLA Game Lab! We’re writing to encourage high-school-aged students you may know (or maybe yourself!) to consider applying for the upcoming UCLA Game Lab Summer Institute program for 2024!

The UCLA Game Lab Summer Institute introduces high school students to game-making as an artistic practice, teaching them techniques and tools to develop analog and digital games that reflect their own creative vision. No previous game-making skills are required. Students with an interest in games and visual arts will find the curriculum especially rewarding–and those who complete the two-week program receive 4 units of college credit!

This summer we’re featuring three sessions of the program: an online, virtual classroom version, as well as two in-person, residential programs on campus at UCLA. The dates for Summer 2024:

Session A (online, virtual classroom): July 8, 2024 – July 19, 2024

Session B (in-person, residential): July 21, 2024 – August 3, 2024

Session C (in-person, residential): August 4, 2024 – August 17, 2024

The Summer Institute program is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we welcome students of all cultural, racial, gender, linguistic, geographic, and socioeconomic backgrounds and physical abilities.

Registration starts February 15 at the UCLA Summer Sessions website. Spaces in the programs are limited—and they tend to fill up pretty fast. So if you’re interested in learning all about game design this summer, please visit that site soon–and please read on to learn more about what makes the UCLA Game Lab Summer Institute so special!

Please note enrollment in the Summer Institute program requires a 3.2 GPA and a value statement submission in order to be considered for admission.

If you have questions about the GPA requirement, please email the UCLA Game Lab Summer Institute for more information summer.institute@ucla.edu.

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Boston University - Sophomore and Junior - Winter Visit Day

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Boston University - Sophomore and Junior - Winter Visit Day

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We will be hosting Winter Visit Day for your sophomores and juniors and their families to learn more about Boston University. During the event students will learn about the admissions process, visit a school or college, eat lunch in a dining hall, and meet our students!

Winter Visit Day
Friday, February 23. 2024
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time

George Sherman Union | Charles River Campus
775 Commonwealth Avenue, Boston, MA, 02215

Please note that all students who plan to attend should RSVP.

We look forward to meeting your students.

Best wishes,

John C. McEachern
Director of Admissions