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An academically rigorous on-campus program for exceptional high school students.

The Harvard Pre-College Program is exclusively on campus and offers around 100 non-credit courses. You'll thrive in a dynamic, immersive and supportive academic environment alongside peers from around the world.

What is a Pre-College Program?

Harvard's Pre-College Program for high school students is an intensive two-week summer program designed to give you a glimpse of college life. You will live on the Harvard campus during your two-week session while taking a college-level course with other Pre-College Program students.

Test your intellect without the pressure of letter grades. Classes are non-credit, so you can take a college-level course for learning's sake.

You will be challenged by Ivy League scholars as you immerse yourself in one subject in an average class size of 15 students.

Live a balanced (college) life. When class is not in session, you'll participate in creative and social activities that stimulate your mind. And take time to have fun and get to know your peers.

Discover your passions. Whether you're undecided about potential areas of study or want to take a deeper dive into a subject you love, the Pre-College Program can help you find what really excites you.

In this collegial setting, you will practice the art of healthy debate, learning to communicate clearly and diplomatically on complex topics.

How to Apply to Harvard's Pre-College Program

Applications for Summer 2024 open on December 1.
Who Can Participate in the Pre-College Program?

Harvard's Pre-College Program is designed for mature, academically motivated students who are interested in exploring a potential major or simply finding out what college is really like.

Our Pre-College Program is open to rising juniors and seniors. To be eligible for Summer 2024, you must meet both of the following criteria:

Will graduate from high school and enter college in 2025 or 2026.

Are at least 16 years old by June 22, 2024, and will not turn 19 years old before July 31, 2024.

See the Pre-College Calendar for all important dates and deadlines.

Program Activities

In the Harvard Pre-College Program, you have the opportunity to choose from dozens of co-curricular activities to participate in each week. These opportunities help ensure that you have a well-rounded experience.

Courses at Harvard's Pre-College Program

With almost 30 courses to choose from in each session, you're sure to find a topic that piques your interest among the courses offered to Pre-College Program students.

You take one course during a session, and although courses are non-credit and do not have letter grades, they are rigorous.

At the end of the program, you'll receive a written evaluation from your instructor, as well as a Harvard transcript with a grade of AR or NM ("requirements met" or "requirements not met"). This is a great way to supplement your college application. Please note: You need to attend every class in its entirety to receive a passing grade of "Met All Requirements."

Explore the 2023 course catalog or browse courses by topic below.

Cost & Aid

The total fee for a 2023 Harvard Pre-College Program session is $5,300. The program fee includes tuition, room and meal plan, activity costs, and an accident and sickness insurance plan for the full two weeks. There is also a non-refundable $75 application fee.

A limited number of scholarships are available to assist eligible students who demonstrate financial need. Awards vary based on need, and a typical award covers a portion of the tuition.

FAQs

How Long is Harvard's Pre-College Program?

Harvard's Pre-College Program is a two-week program during which you will live on the Harvard campus in Cambridge, Massachusetts. During these two weeks, you'll experience what it's like to live on a college campus, attending classes every day, studying, and participating in program activities. Each summer, we offer three two-week sessions so you can find the program that fits into your summer schedule.

What Will You Get Out of a Pre-College Program?

At Harvard's Pre-College Program for high school students, you'll build advanced academic skills-and amazing memories-that will last a lifetime.

You'll learn to live independently on a college campus. You'll make new friends from around the world. And with hard work and diligent study, you'll expand your knowledge in an immersive college class.

These experiences will not only enrich your high school years. They will set you on the path for success as you move onto your college journey.

At the end of the program, you'll receive a written evaluation from your instructor, as well as a Harvard transcript with a grade of AR or NM ("requirements met" or "requirements not met"). This is a great way to supplement your college application.

Can You Earn College Credit Through the Pre-College Program?

You will not earn college credit through the Pre-College Program.

The Pre-College Program is designed to allow you to explore the expectations of college academics without the pressure of grades. You can explore a subject you think you may want to major in, or you can explore an interesting topic just for fun.

However, Pre-College Program courses are intensive. Each day, you will be in class for three hours and you should expect to have 2-4 hours of homework. To successfully complete the program, you'll have to attend and participate in every class and complete all assignments.

Do Pre-College Programs Help with College Admissions?

Participation in a Pre-College Program at Harvard can help with college admissions in several important ways.

Successfully completing a pre-college program demonstrates your ability to succeed in a rigorous college course. It also shows admissions committees that you are a motivated and dedicated student who is willing to put in the extra effort to succeed.

Most importantly, however, our Pre-College Program is designed to offer you tools to navigate the college admissions process successfully.

Our college readiness activities include workshops on how to write your college admissions essay, seminars on understanding the financial aid process, and panels on how to choose the right college. We even host a series of panels with admissions officers from colleges around the country.

So when you leave the Pre-College Program, you'll be ready to jump right into the college admissions and application process.
For additional information, read more Common Questions about the Pre-College Program at Harvard Summer School.

Why Choose Harvard's Pre-College Program?

Harvard's Pre-College Program combines the hard work and rigor of an Ivy League education with the fun that comes with living, studying, and socializing with new friends.

Whether you're engaging in meaningful debate in class, sharing your skills at a talent show, or exploring the Boston area, you'll be creating memories that will last you a lifetime.

The first step in your journey toward this amazing experience is applying. Complete our information request form to hear from us about important deadlines and helpful resources.

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The NYU Abu Dhabi Summer Academy is an 18-month university preparation program designed to enhance the academic profiles of highly motivated Emirati high school students.

Following a selective admissions process, program participants are designated as recipients of the Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Scholarships for Outstanding High School Students, which enrolls them in the Summer Academy.

In this mixed-gender program, students are exposed to a rich cultural and rigorous academic program which enhances their ability to gain admission to and perform well at top-tier universities. The program begins during the summer following Year 10 of high school and continues through the next 18 months, with two intensive summer courses of study in Abu Dhabi. In addition, students participate in online study and academic refresher weekends during the academic year.

Program Goals

University Preparation

Students gain the academic, cultural, and social skills necessary for success at top-tier universities. Summer Academy graduates have attended Yale, NYU New York, NYU Abu Dhabi, Princeton, United Arab Emirates University, The London School of Economics, George Washington University, King's College London, The University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School, and many others.

Academic Preparation

We introduce students to accelerated study of mathematics, critical thinking and writing, the humanities and to the value of a liberal arts education.

Cultural Awareness

Students develop their understanding of the social and cultural norms of universities and build useful intercultural competencies for success in university.

Test Preparation

We prepare students to excel on the standardized tests necessary for university entry.

Leadership and Public Speaking Skills

With Leadership and Public Speaking as a required course in the Summer Academy, our program spurs confidence, personal growth, maturity, leadership skills.

Social Networking

We bring together top students from across the UAE who form a supportive and challenging social network among themselves and with Summer Academy alumni who have gone on to university study, graduate school, professions, and leadership careers.

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The Wharton Global Youth Program mobilizes the extensive opportunities of the Wharton academic community to educate and inspire pre-collegiate students to explore business practices, analyze the world's complex challenges, and take the first steps in becoming leaders who will transform the global economy.

Wharton Global High School Investment Competition

The Wharton Global High School Investment Competition is a free, online investment simulation for high school students (9th to 12th grade) and teachers. Together, they learn about teamwork, communication, risk, diversification, company and industry analysis, and many other important aspects of investing.

News & Articles

Wharton Global Youth produces original content introducing high school students and educators to the broad scope of business and finance education. Explore hundreds of educational articles featuring Wharton analysis, discover enterprising teen entrepreneurs on our monthly Future of the Business World Podcast, and more.

It does our Global Youth heart good when high school students find inspiration from our Future of the Business World podcast episodes. It was in a June 2023 comment on a past podcast transcript that we first discovered this month's guest, Carter Chang. He wrote: "Alana, you emphasized and credited...Read More

Climate Week at Penn invites students to find their place in the climate movement, a global social movement encouraging people to take actions that address the causes and impacts of climate change. A panel discussion hosted by the Wharton School's Venture Lab, a hub for entrepreneurship at the University of...Read More

Who doesn't look forward to the excitement of a field trip - stepping away from the day-to-day school environment to explore someplace new? Nearly 150 students and a handful of teachers from eight public high schools in New York City experienced that feeling on Friday, November, 3, 2023, as they boarded buses in Brooklyn, the Bronx ...

Our annual report highlights the achievements that the Global Youth team has accomplished in a year's time. Discover Global Youth's mission-driven work, partnerships, markets and vision as we deliver quality business-education opportunities to high school students and educators.

WATCH THE GLOBAL YOUTH SUMMER OVERVIEW

Resources for Educators

Wharton Global Youth Program provides resources and training for teachers both inside and outside the high school classroom, including professional development opportunities and teaching tools. Offerings include lesson plans and articles with conversation starters, themed toolkits, a comprehensive video glossary, and student competitions.

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Boot Camps

Chemical and biological Engineering School Boot Camp

The Chemical and Biological Engineering School Boot Camp will be held December 20-22, 2022, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The camp is open for high school students in Grades 10-12. Discover what it's like to work in the exciting fields of
chemical and biological engineering through this special three-day boot camp for high school students. At this informative and engaging camp, you will:

learn more about chemical and biological engineering

discover the manufacture of products through chemical and biological processes

enjoy hands-on activities our state-of-the-art chemical and biological engineering laboratories

enhance your communication and teamwork skills

make new friends with similar interests

receive a certificate of attendance

enjoy an unforgettable campus experience at AUS

Registration

Seats are limited

Cost: Free of charge, but students will be selected according to their statement of interest and according to our available capacity.

Registration Deadline: December 11, 2022

To register: visit www.aus-chebootcamp.com

or contact Ms. Aileen Yulay at [email protected] ; 06 515 2167

Explore, Design and Build: A Mechanical Engineering Boot Camp

Explore, Design and Build: Mechanical Engineering Boot Camp will be held between December 13 and 20, 2022 (five days). The camp is open for high school students in Grades 10-12 and will cover emerging areas of 3D printing and manufacturing, robotics and mechatronics, renewable energy and automotive, and microfluidics in enjoyable, hands-on, practical sessions. The camp will be offered on the AUS campus. Registration is free on a competitive basis.

The 15th High School Computing Camp

The 15th High School Computing Camp will be held online between December 12 and 15 2022 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The camp gives the participants the opportunity to learn about engineering design and innovation through four days of fun activities and competitions. The camp is open for students in Grades 10-12 and will be offered on-site at the American University of Sharjah. Registration is FREE on a competitive basis.

Industrial Engineering Boot Camp

Hosted by the AUS Department of Industrial Engineering, the boot camp is exclusively for high school students in grades 10-12. You will explore emerging areas of artificial intelligence and machine learning, data science and big data, smart manufacturing and Industry 4.0 through enjoyable, collaborative group activities and competitions, along with interactive and hands-on sessions in our state-of-the-art lab on the AUS campus. The boot camp will be held on November 20, 2022, at 9:00 am.

Join our camp to

live the unforgettable real on-campus experience

explore the exciting field of industrial engineering

enhance your skills in the areas you love

enjoy hands-on activities in our advanced industrial engineering laboratories

open your mind with the latest technology in the industrial field

make friends with the same interests

get an attendance certificate

Registration

Registration is free, but seats are limited. To register for our boot camp, click here.

For camp inquiries, contact Emily Laggui at [email protected] or 06 515 4917.

Civil Engineering School Boot Camp

The Civil Engineering camp will be held December 20-22, 2022. It is open to high school students in Grades 10 to 12. The program will allow participants to explore different specializations within the civil engineering discipline, participate in collaborative group activities and competitions, and enjoy interactive and hands-on experiments in the Construction Materials and Structure Lab, Geotechnical Engineering Lab, Wastewater Treatment and Environmental Engineering Lab, and Surveying. Students will be learning about the principles of Sustainability, and exploring the basics of Building Information Modeling (BIM). Students will be exploring the basics of Computer-Aided Drafting, and Building Information Modeling (BIM). They will also learn about the Geographic Information Systems applications in civil engineering. The camp will be offered at the AUS campus. Registration is free but seats are limited.

Competitions

School Computing Competition (ASCC-2023)

The Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the American University of Sharjah invites school students from grades 10 to 12 to participate in the 2023 Computing Competition (ASCC) on February 26, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the American University of Sharjah. The aim of the competition is to promote computer science & engineering and pave the way for school students to excel in advanced sciences and technology.

For more information and registration, click here.

CIVIL ENGINEERING HIGH SCHOOL COMPETITION DAY

The Civil Engineering Competition will be held at AUS, on November 26, 2022, 8:30 a.m.-3:00 p.m., American University of Sharjah campus.

Objectives
At this informative and engaging competition, students will:

learn more about civil engineering explore different specializations within the civil engineering discipline

participate in collaborative group activities and competitions

enjoy interactive and hands-on activities

engage with students from other schools experience campus life at AUS

Seats are limited

Cost: Free of charge

Registration Deadline: Tuesday, November 15, 2022

Contact Ms. Annie Rose Regio [email protected] , 06 515 4931

Workshops

The Computer Science and Engineering Department (CSE) at the American University of (AUS) invites you to:

The AI Workshop is an educational and entertaining event targeted at school students between grades 8 and 10. Over two days, students will engage in a series of experiments and hands-on activities related to data science, machine learning, and neural networks & deep learning. Students will explore new grounds of artificial intelligence and develop essential skills necessary for their future University life.

The workshop includes a hackathon where students will apply their AI to develop novel solutions and win prizes.

For registration and more information, please visit: https://auscse.com/aiworkshop/

Registration Deadline: November 27, 2022 .

Acceptance Notification: December 4, 2022 .

AUS Engineering Shadow Program

Through this program, high school students in grades 11 and 12 get to experience a day in the life of an AUS engineering student. Your guide for the day will be a student in your major of interest, and as their "shadow," you will attend classes, meet our engineering students and professors, and experience some of our on-campus facilities.

The AUS Engineering Shadow Program will run throughout the academic year.

Dates and times for the shadowing program are listed on the registration form.

For more information, click here.

Explore Engineering at AUS

The College of Engineering (CEN) at American University of Sharjah (AUS) cordially invites you to our Explore Engineering at AUS informational session for high school counselors from selected UAE schools on May 11, 2022, from 10:00 am - 2:00 p.m. in the AUS Engineering and Sciences Building. This informative event will give you a close look at the highly regarded and accredited degree programs offered by our College of Engineering. I and the college's team of administrators, including the associate deans and heads of departments, will be available to meet with you and answer any questions you may have. The event will also include a campus tour and a visit to our state-of-the-art lab facilities.

CEN Open Day

American University of Sharjah (AUS) invites you to discover the College of Engineering at AUS. The College of Engineering (CEN) at AUS boasts some of the most outstanding faculty, facilities and alumni in the region. From discovering new renewable energy resources, to 3D printing entire homes, to getting the Hope Probe to Mars, our alumni continue to make a difference in the region, the world-and even the universe!

Friday, March 25, 2022, 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

AUS Main Building Rotunda

For more information, click here.

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According to Princeton Review, computer science remains the most popular major among college students. This means that high school students ultimately hoping to receive a degree such as a bachelor's degree in software engineering, computer science, computer engineering, and more, could have their work cut out for them when it comes to landing a spot in a top program. To ensure their college application is as competitive as possible, many high school students spend their summer taking part in a pre-college technology program.

The 50 programs on this list are the 50 Best Pre-College Summer Technology Programs for High School Students. We searched through hundreds of programs, considering everything from affordability and value, to the resumes of instructors, to the uniqueness of the activities and opportunities. The result is the ultimate list of summer technology programs that are sure to make your summer both exciting and productive - and add a little extra boost to that college application.

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We live in a world where opportunities are ample, yet difficult to discover. Competitions are plentiful, yet require strenuous efforts to come across.
Comprich seeks to make this world just a little less confusing. As opposed to spending countless hours searching for competitions, we have them all in one convenient place.

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As the days grow shorter and colder, we head indoors for the fall and winter. While inside, it's the perfect time to discover something new to love. Get expert instruction on how to do just that when enrolling in a class on My Modern Met Academy. Our e-learning platform features a variety of courses including, drawing, painting, crafting, and photography. Each online class is broken down into bite-sized lessons that you can watch from anywhere and as many times as you like.

When trying to decide on an Academy class, first consider what you're interested in. Have you wanted to try a cozy craft like embroidery? If so, enroll in Intermediate Embroidery: Getting Creative with Printed Fabrics. Although it says "intermediate" in the title, this class is suitable for a motivated beginner because instructor Floor Giebels will demonstrate all of the stitches you'll need to know for her project. When you complete the course, you'll know how to produce creative embroidery on printed fabrics.

Maybe you're looking for a class where you can really express yourself. In that case, give Abstract Realism: Introduction to Mixed Media Painting a try. Taught by Dimitra Milan, she'll show you how to create a canvas in what she calls "abstract realism." You'll start with an abstract background, draw out your subject, and then use acrylics to bring it to life.

Scroll down for more classes to try on My Modern Met Academy this month. Know someone who would like a class as a gift? We've got gift certificates just for that-just in time for the holidays!

Learn something new this fall when you enroll in an online art class on My Modern Met Academy. Here are five classes to try:

Learn to draw facial features, characters, and people. Illustrator Melissa De Nobrega teaches this portrait drawing course that breaks down one of the most complex subjects, the human face, into something simple and approachable.

In this class, Anna Zakirova demonstrates how to press a variety of flowers and transform the blooms into stunning, one-of-a-kind botanical art.

Transform majestic mountains into colorful, low-poly forms with the help of contemporary acrylic painter Elyse Dodge.

Push your embroidery to new heights by using printed fabrics. Floor Giebels teaches you how to create your own images, print them on fabric, and embroider hair and clothing for a unique final project.

Are you looking for new painting techniques to bring your art to another level? Mixed media artist Dimitra Milan will show you step by step how to create a canvas in what she calls "abstract realism."
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A day camp for high school students interested in asking big questions, learning about new perspectives and seeing the world in a new way

The camp is organized and led by faculty members from VCU's Department of Philosophy, and is held in person at VCU's beautiful Richmond campus.

Students will spend each day at camp digging into a diverse array of engaging activities that introduce them to the exciting world of philosophy. Students will play games, perform theatrical dialogues, create and share presentations, pose questions to expert guest speakers, race around VCU's campus on a scavenger hunt, and make lifelong friends in deep conversations about timeless questions.

Theme: Art and Beauty

Art enriches our lives. Many people find the creation and enjoyment of art to be both satisfying and meaningful. But, when we step back from enjoying art, we might discover that we don't really understand art at all. That's because art raises a number of tricky philosophical questions, like the following ones:

What counts as a work of art, and what doesn't?

Are any Instagram posts art? Are all Instagram posts art?

Can a morally bad person be a good artist? Can a morally objectionable work of art be beautiful?

Can an author be mistaken about what happens in the fictional story she's written?

Are there any objective facts about what's beautiful and what's not?

In 2023, the VCU Summer Camp in Philosophy will be devoted to questions like these ones-questions, that is, about art and beauty. Join us for an unforgettable week of inquiry, teamwork, and fun; no artistic skill required!

Eligibility

VCU's Summer Camp in Philosophy is open to any student who will be in high school (grades 9-12) in the 2023-24 school year or who was in high school in the 2022-23 school year. This usually means that eligible students will be between 14 and 19 years old. The camp organizers are committed to making the program available to all eligible students. Students with disabilities are welcome and encouraged to apply.

Tuition

Tuition is $100 per student and covers all the costs of instruction, materials and daily lunch. We believe financial need should not prevent any student from attending camp. Need-based financial aid, in the form of full scholarships, is available. Students can declare financial need in their online application form.

Application

Our application deadline for summer 2023 (April 17th) has now passed, and we are no longer accepting new applicants for this year's camp. We hope to see you in 2024!

At a Glance

When

June 26-30, 2023
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM daily

Who

Students in grades 9-12

Cost

$100 (scholarships available)

Deadline to Apply

April 17, 2023
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Guilford College Rise is a three-week, residential experience that allows rising high-school seniors to earn college credits while living and learning in Greensboro, N.C. Taking part in the program allows them to interact with a diverse group of students from across the United States.

This selective program provides a unique curriculum that integrates experiential learning with community-building. In summer 2023, Rise will focus on "Exploring Topics in International Affairs and Entrepreneurship." During courses led by a team of Guilford College faculty, Rise will introduce you to:

Peace Studies

Humanitarian Affairs and Migration

Global and Environmental Studies

Characteristics of Entrepreneurs

Skill Explorations in Starting and Managing a New Business

Developing a Business Model

Participants in Rise will receive six college-level credits. These credits will be awarded by Guilford College and may be transferrable to other institutions. Apply at this link.

In addition to coursework, you'll experience the excitement of Greensboro and the surrounding region through engaging daily activities including baseball games, dinners in the city's expansive food scene, exploration of the area's variety of museums and historical sites, and more.

While on campus, you're also invited to apply to Guilford. You may receive an acceptance letter hand-delivered from your admission counselor! In fact, several students were accepted during the 2022 program - an exciting time for the students and their families!

The application to attend Guilford College Rise 2023 is now open at this link. It includes an optional section to apply for a program scholarship. You're encouraged to apply early for best consideration.

Thank you for your interest in Rise, and we look forward to learning more about you!
Guilford College is a nationally distinguished liberal arts school in Greensboro, N.C. Empowering students to design a personalized education focused on their interests and passions, Guilford emphasizes real-world learning for every student, every semester. Established in 1837, Guilford is the only Quaker-founded college in the Southeast. The principles of our founders are reflected in the College's seven Core Values: community, diversity, equality, excellence, integrity, justice, and stewardship.

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In-Person Summer Offerings

In the Launch program for rising 9th, 10th, and 11th grade students will leverage research and technology to find solutions to current problems in a variety of scientific fields alongside WPI's renowned faculty. Launch is offered as a commuter program where students will be able to step into the shoes of a video game designer, computer programmer, crime scene investigator, robotics engineer, and more! Please see the program details for more information regarding format.

The Frontiers program, running for over 40 years, is a residential, overnight program for rising 10th, 11th and 12th grade students who want to explore STEM through a collegiate lens, and prepare for their own collegiate journey. Students will be challenged to explore the outer limits of their knowledge in STEM and explore unsolved global issues, along with a touch of humanities through another aspect such business entrepreneurship, digital painting, psychology, and more.

Virtual Summer Offerings

College Credit Jumpstart for High Schoolers is a pre-college program designed for rising 11th and 12th graders who are interested in earning college credit and experiencing an academically challenging college course. Students enroll in a WPI undergraduate course, lasting 5-weeks and taught by WPI's world-renowned faculty. ​Upon completion, students receive an official WPI college transcript.

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Guilford College Rise is a three-week, residential experience that allows rising high-school seniors to earn college credits while living and learning in Greensboro, N.C. Taking part in the program allows them to interact with a diverse group of students from across the United States.

This selective program provides a unique curriculum that integrates experiential learning with community-building. In summer 2023, Rise will focus on "Exploring Topics in International Affairs and Entrepreneurship." During courses led by a team of Guilford College faculty, Rise will introduce you to:

Peace Studies

Humanitarian Affairs and Migration

Global and Environmental Studies

Characteristics of Entrepreneurs

Skill Explorations in Starting and Managing a New Business

Developing a Business Model

Participants in Rise will receive six college-level credits. These credits will be awarded by Guilford College and may be transferrable to other institutions. Apply at this link.

In addition to coursework, you'll experience the excitement of Greensboro and the surrounding region through engaging daily activities including baseball games, dinners in the city's expansive food scene, exploration of the area's variety of museums and historical sites, and more.

While on campus, you're also invited to apply to Guilford. You may receive an acceptance letter hand-delivered from your admission counselor! In fact, several students were accepted during the 2022 program - an exciting time for the students and their families!

The application to attend Guilford College Rise 2023 is now open at this link. It includes an optional section to apply for a program scholarship. You're encouraged to apply early for best consideration.

Thank you for your interest in Rise, and we look forward to learning more about you!
Guilford College is a nationally distinguished liberal arts school in Greensboro, N.C. Empowering students to design a personalized education focused on their interests and passions, Guilford emphasizes real-world learning for every student, every semester. Established in 1837, Guilford is the only Quaker-founded college in the Southeast. The principles of our founders are reflected in the College's seven Core Values: community, diversity, equality, excellence, integrity, justice, and stewardship.

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Choose the course length that works for you: 1-week intensives, 2-week sessions, and 4-week sessions

Eligibility

For students ages 13 and up

Start Your Surgical Journey Right Here

Learn What It Takes To Become a Surgeon

Get an introduction to becoming a surgeon. You'll study the basic skills needed, plus the various types of surgical fields, and get a tour of an operating room. You'll learn sterile techniques and hear from the experts: anesthesiologists, neurosurgeons, as well as orthopedic and plastic surgeons. See how surgeons conduct a physical exam, do bloodwork and imaging studies.

Dive into Diverticulitis: Anatomy of the Left Lower Quadrant

Study a common inflammation or infection that occurs in the digestive tract called diverticulitis. Understand the symptoms, diagnostic tests, and types of surgeries available to patients. Hear from experts such as urologists, colorectal surgeons, and radiologists. Get an inside look at how the ICU works.

Get an "A" in Appendicitis: Review the Right Lower Quadrant

Learn all about appendicitis through a real-life case study. Highlight the patient workup to determine whether surgical intervention is required. Review a real case of laparoscopic appendectomy, and understand the surgical techniques used to treat this disease. Discover how the experts-gynecologists, pediatric, and trauma surgeons-work with patients in the emergency room.

Meet the Gallbladder: An Overview of the Right Upper Quadrant

Delve into the medical conditions centering on the gallbladder, such as acute cholecystitis. Learn how to recognize the symptoms, read exam findings, and create a model of the area of the abdomen where this occurs. Witness a laparoscopic cholecystectomy. Review the optimal surgical options to treat cholecystitis.

An Inside Look at Gastric Cancer and the Left Upper Quadrant

We'll review the case of a patient suffering from gastric cancer. You will learn how to perform an exam and workup a patient profile to determine whether next steps are surgical or medical. You will see a dissection and hear from oncologists (cancer specialists) who treat this disease, while also understanding the social determinants of health and environmental effects.

Explore College Majors and Future Careers in Surgery

Topics in this course offer a solid background related to a future in medicine with a focus on surgery.

How You Will Benefit

Learn the education and training required to become a surgeon.

Know the makeup of the operating room team.

Be able to create a model of the solid organs and major vascular muscles of the abdomen.

Understand the fundamentals to determine if surgery is a field that appeals to you.

Explore future college majors and careers associated with surgery.

Gain access to mentors who will answer your questions and help brainstorm assignments.

Complete a Final Capstone Project to demonstrate what you've learned.

Earn a Certificate of Completion from Georgetown University.

Three Learning Advantages Designed for You

Final Capstone Project

All online courses culminate in a Final Capstone Project that allows you to:

Complete a model of the abdominal anatomy.

Create a one- to two-minute video of your model, demonstrating the major anatomic structures and their relation to each other.

Write a two-part mock patient quiz using one of the four diseases covered in this course.

Create a video of the major steps of an open operation for a patient with an abdominal condition.

Mentoring

You'll receive guidance from a mentor who can support you and answer questions as you deepen your learning experience. You can expect:

Encouragement and direction on all assignments.

Inspiration, motivation and confidence to help you succeed.

Brainstorming and ideation help as you prepare for your final Capstone project.

Flexible Learning

100% online learning that works with your schedule.

Flexible format: you'll learn through video lectures. Tune in anytime that works for you.

20 to 30 hours of total instruction and course work, including engaging multimedia, simulations, and curated assignments for which you will receive guidance and support from mentors.

Length: 4 weeks

Cost: $1495

Length: 2 weeks

Cost: $1495

Length: 2 weeks

Cost: $1495

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All course options have the same educational content, learning materials, and number of assignments. We are offering a condensed version of the course in order to accommodate students' individual schedules.

Course Designed by Georgetown University Faculty

Dr. Rebecca Evangelista, MD, FACS

Associate Dean for Clinical Faculty within the Office of Faculty and Academic Affairs and the MedStar Director for Clinical Faculty Affairs

Dr. Rebecca Evangelista is an Associate Professor of Surgery and currently serves as Vice Chair of the GUMC Faculty Senate Caucus. After serving as Director for Undergraduate Surgical Education for over 10 years, Dr. Evangelista will focus on broadening faculty access to and utilization of resources provided by the OFAA. She has been a general surgeon at MGUH since January 2006. Dr. Evangelista completed medical school at Upstate Medical University, general surgery residency at George Washington University Hospital, and a fellowship in Minimally Invasive Surgery at the University of Virginia.

How to Apply

It's easy. No transcripts or letters of recommendation are required. Our application asks you to provide the following:

Basic contact information for you and your parent or guardian.

Why you wish to take this course, and a bit of your story, through writing, video, photos-any media you prefer.

Begin the guided process. It should take only a few minutes to answer the questions.
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We offer need-based scholarships in each cohort to students exhibiting high potential and an inability to pay full tuition. If you would like to be considered for a scholarship but you:

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Textbook, Inside Reporting by Tim Harrower, available print or digital, for purchase or rental at Chegg, B&N or Amazon. On-campus students can purchase or rent the book, or thye borrow a hard copy from us. If a student borrows one of our books and does not return it or return it in the condition they borrowed it, you will be charged $80 for the book.

Computer, with a broadband internet connection, audio and camera for video-conference meetings.

Phone, to conduct interviews with sources and story subjects.

VACCINATION POLICY:

According to Boston University's COVID-19 Vaccination policy, all on-campus students must be fully vaccinated according to the requirements made by Boston University. If a student is accepted to our on-campus program, they are required to provide documentation of their vaccination. For more information, please visit Boston University's Back 2 BU website.

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Experience Columbia. Get a head start.

Develop your skills and learn new techniques to write a powerful college admissions essay.

For students entering grades 9-12 or freshman year

Educational conferences, idea exchanges, textbooks, critiques and award programs for student journalists.

For student journalists and their faculty advisors

Students will convene in Castleton, Vermont to mobilize action, drive impact, and effect change in response to our warming planet.

For students entering grades 9-12 across the United States

Gain computer programming and problem-solving skills in this three-week program taught online by leading coding experts.

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Internships are valuable experiences for high school students. They not only help your resume stand out to admissions committees and future employers, but also demonstrate that you're spending your time outside of school learning about and delving into your passion. Furthermore, they teach you important skills that you'll ultimately need in your chosen field.

Unfortunately, COVID-19 has impacted a number of opportunities and experiences, including internships. Many high school students who planned on interning in a work setting and gaining hands-on experience will no longer be able to do so due to social distancing rules. But that doesn't mean you have to resort to twiddling your thumbs this summer. Here are nine remote high school internships to keep your learning and engaged - all still accepting applications.

10 Online Internships for High Schoolers

Looking to help make the world a better place? Through EnergyMag's internships, open to high school and college students, you'll gain experience working in the renewable energy sector. You'll gain research and analytical skills and work experience via half-time (2-8 weeks, 20 hours per week) or quarter-time (1-9 months, 8 hours per week) internships.

Rising high school seniors and new graduates can gain leadership skills and explore independent interests through this paid internship. Working under the guidance of the public health director, you'll work on social media and community projects, as well as conduct research on social trends.

The Geosciences Bridge Program is a 6-week paid internship at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore for students interested in ocean sciences, atmospheric sciences, and geographic information systems. The program is not only filled with lectures, fun field trips, and hands-on activities, but interns also earn college credits! Even better, the program covers housing, meals, and travel to and from the University of Maryland East Shore.

United Planet is a global non-profit with the mission of fostering a global community through volunteership. Students over the age of 16 can intern in the fields of global health, environmental sustainability, and children and education. This opportunity will allow students to broaden their understanding of various cultures throughout the world, while also expanding their network by working with teams of like-minded students.

NASA offers high school internship programs to students year-round. Typically, these internships are in-person at one of NASA's many centers countrywide, but due to COVID-19 NASA is offering these amazing internship opportunities virtually. This high school internship program allows students to work on a variety of different projects, and there is no prior experience required to apply! Most interns are offered a stipend depending on their academic level and internship length.

The U.S. Department of State's Pathways Internship Program provides students with paid opportunities to explore various Federal career paths. One current position is the Pathways Internship Student Trainee with the Department of Health and Human Services. There are three options within this role, including an Administrative Trainee, Public Health Analyst Trainee, and Information Technology Trainee.

DOROT is a non-profit organization that aims to support the aging population through volunteership and meaningful support. DOROT's internship program allows students to learn about the various needs of the aging population while also being actively involved in discussion groups strategizing to improve direct impact. NB: DOROT is monitoring COVID-19 and currently planning on a hybrid format for Summer 2022.

Forage connects students with virtual work experience programs, allowing them to learn about and grow their skills at major businesses. These 5-6 hour programs give students a major advantage with Fortune 500 companies, enabling them to build their resumes, while working alongside other talented students.

The Vera Institute of Justice, a nonprofit criminal justice organization, is seeking a senior high school intern to assist and support the research team. Although the organization is based in Brooklyn, the internship may be conducted remotely, as per the job listing.

This student-led nonprofit aims to empower students from middle school through college with skills and opportunities to succeed in the career landscape. By signing up, students have access to internships, scholarships, and many other resources that allow them to connect with one another and gain experience in the work world.

Tips for Finding a High School Internship

1. Look Local

Getting an internship doesn't always have to mean working at a big company. As a matter of fact, it will probably be easiest to find an internship at a nearby company due to that local connection.

Another benefit of working for local businesses is the ability to really make an impact. With fewer employees and more direct exposure to the owner/CEO, local internship opportunities can allow you to learn so much and contribute to the direction of the company.

A lot of times, there aren't even listings for internships at small businesses online. As a high student, oftentimes your best bet can be directly emailing the business you would like to intern at, or messaging the small business owner on LinkedIn.

2. Adapt Your Search

With COVID-19 still impacting businesses across our country, looking for an internship may require adapting your preferences to opportunities that better align with working remotely. For example, it is a lot easier to pursue opportunities such as journalism, software engineering, and marketing in a remote environment as compared to mechanical engineering and healthcare.

While it may be difficult to find opportunities in a field you're interested in, it's important to not give up hope and try to be resourceful when finding opportunities. Ask your teachers, counselor, and family members whether they know someone in your field of interest. Dig through LinkedIn profiles and try cold messaging business owners.

3. Work on Your Interview Skills

As a high school student, interviews can definitely be intimidating. However, the more you practice on your interview skills, the more prepared and confident you will feel when the opportunity arises. One really great way to practice is by doing mock interviews with people you know.

Get more tips on finding and applying to high school internships .

How Do Internships Impact Your College Chances?

Extracurriculars are extremely important in the college admissions process, especially to selective colleges. In fact, extracurriculars are almost as important as academics at these schools. This is because most applicants will be academically-qualified, so it's the more qualitative factors like extracurriculars and essays that set each candidate apart.

Internships can generally boost your application, but it depends on factors like your responsibilities, the duration of the internship, and the selectivity of the role.

To learn the strength of your extracurriculars, check out our free admissions chances calculator . It will not only let you know the strength of each activity, but also your overall profile and your chances at hundreds of schools in the US.

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For high school students and incoming rooks

FLC is a two-week, military-style, summertime adventure experience that builds understanding of small-group leadership techniques, leadership ethics, teamwork, problem-solving, and communication. Participants will encounter challenge, excitement, and fun. Activities include rappelling, paintball, first-aid, classroom instruction, a challenge course, and more. Teams are led by current Norwich University students and professional leaders to ensure expert instruction and a life-changing experience.

Note: Session I closes June 18th at midnight

Note: Session II closes July 9th at midnight

What happens at FLC?
WEEK 1
A typical day begins at 5:30 a.m. and includes morning physical fitness followed by training sessions that focus on individual and team skills. Each participant will serve as "team leader" for one day and be evaluated on performance. Evening sessions focus on interactive classroom instruction on the methods, traits and principles of leadership, and effective communication.
WEEK 2
Participants confront physical challenges such as climbing and rappelling the cliffs of Deer Leap Mountain. They practice wilderness survival skills during a three-day "in the woods" overnight exercise, and then test what they've learned during the Bushmaster Course. Teams spend their final days competing in the Olympic Challenge Course, a drill competition, and skit night.

Who is eligible?

FLC is available to rising high school Freshmen to rising Seniors. Graduated high school seniors will only be allowed to attend FLC if they have been accepted and committed to attending Norwich by making the University's Freshman year enrollment deposit in advance.

What are the application requirements?

A complete application includes completed and signed:

1. The online registration form

2. Health Acknowledgment form

3. Medical/Liability release waiver

4. Cell Phone and Other Smart Devices Policy form

What is the cost?

A session costs $2,000, which includes: uniforms, room and meals, and all activities!

We split the cost into two payments:

A $300 non-refundable deposit, which is due upon registering

The remaining $1,700 is due three weeks before camp starts

Are you thinking of attending Norwich? If you complete the Norwich University Future Leader Camp while still in high school, you may be eligible for a $2,000 FLC scholarship that will apply toward the cost of Norwich University tuition for each of 4 years-that's a total award of $8,000, more than most summer jobs!

More questions?

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FLC has dialed fun, adventure, and life-skill learning into your summer plans. You will learn leadership techniques, teamwork, problem-solving, and communication skills while climbing the cliffs of Deer Leap Mountain and competing in the Olympic Challenge course. From classroom leadership instruction to your three-day wilderness survival skills overnight, this is a summer that will stand out like no other.

Mika De Wet '23
International Business

"FLC gave me a sense of purpose-of 'I want to go into the military. I want to be an officer in the Army."

Jacob Cohen '23
CSIA Major

"FLC made me more confident and helped me do better academically my senior year of high school."

Renaud LeDonne '23
CSIA Major

"I personally had a lot of fun. I thought it was really great and in fact FLC was one of the reasons I attended Norwich."

Trevor Franklin '21
Criminal Justice

"I was really challenged about something every single day, and I never had that structure before in my life."

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Explore the world of fashion before college
Want to delve into the world of fashion before you decide what you'll study in college? Parsons Paris has created online courses for students 13 and up to introduce you to this vibrant field. Taught by experts in Paris fashion through video lectures, courses cover everything from business, history, and trends to actual design methods and potential careers. Multi-length courses are available year-round. The asynchronous, online format allows you to study anywhere, anytime, at your own pace. You will also receive valuable guidance from Parsons' mentors.

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Throughout 2023 we are commemorating our past and celebrating our future. Our 60th anniversary celebrations are for all members of our community past and present. It's a year that will bring together our community and is a reminder of what the Award has meant for so many - how they have served their communities, experienced adventure, and what they have learned outside of the classroom to make a larger impact in the world.

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Millions have been impacted by the Award, experiencing first-hand that not all learning happens in the classroom.

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Volunteer hours completed in 2020

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Young people growing up in this modern, complicated world have many difficulties to face, and opportunities for personal achievement are often limited. The Award is intended to help both the young as well as those who are concerned for their welfare. [It] provides an introduction to worthwhile leisure activities and voluntary service, as a challenge to the satisfaction of achievement and encourages the development of young citizens.

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Thanks to my involvement in the Duke of Edinburgh's International Award program, the world is my oyster.

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The discipline and commitment that The Award instilled in me in 1973 has continued throughout my life. It has been important in shaping the manner in which I operate in business and interact with my family, friends and coworkers. I've been fortunate that throughout my career I have been successful both professionally and financially and that has provided me with the capacity to give back. It is appropriate that I am able now to give back to The Duke of Edinburgh's Award, as the organization had a positive impact on my youth development

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Guilford College Rise is a three-week, residential experience that allows rising high-school seniors to earn college credits while living and learning in Greensboro, N.C. Taking part in the program allows them to interact with a diverse group of students from across the United States.

This selective program provides a unique curriculum that integrates experiential learning with community-building. In summer 2023, Rise will focus on "Exploring Topics in International Affairs and Entrepreneurship." During courses led by a team of Guilford College faculty, Rise will introduce you to:

Peace Studies

Humanitarian Affairs and Migration

Global and Environmental Studies

Characteristics of Entrepreneurs

Skill Explorations in Starting and Managing a New Business

Developing a Business Model

Participants in Rise will receive six college-level credits. These credits will be awarded by Guilford College and may be transferrable to other institutions. Apply at this link.

In addition to coursework, you'll experience the excitement of Greensboro and the surrounding region through engaging daily activities including baseball games, dinners in the city's expansive food scene, exploration of the area's variety of museums and historical sites, and more.

While on campus, you're also invited to apply to Guilford. You may receive an acceptance letter hand-delivered from your admission counselor! In fact, several students were accepted during the 2022 program - an exciting time for the students and their families!

The application to attend Guilford College Rise 2023 is now open at this link. It includes an optional section to apply for a program scholarship. You're encouraged to apply early for best consideration.

Thank you for your interest in Rise, and we look forward to learning more about you!
Guilford College is a nationally distinguished liberal arts school in Greensboro, N.C. Empowering students to design a personalized education focused on their interests and passions, Guilford emphasizes real-world learning for every student, every semester. Established in 1837, Guilford is the only Quaker-founded college in the Southeast. The principles of our founders are reflected in the College's seven Core Values: community, diversity, equality, excellence, integrity, justice, and stewardship.

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The Sorensen Institute's High School Leaders Program (HSLP) is a two-week program that takes place on the grounds of the University of Virginia. Individuals who successfully complete the program earn three hours of graded college credit. HSLP involves a concentrated study in civics, youth leadership, and Virginia politics and government. HSLP is designed for high school students who live and/or attend high school in Virginia. The HSLP is based on a firm belief that young people not only can make a positive difference in their communities, they should be strongly encouraged to do so. Apply to the next HLSP program.

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The Sorensen Institute's High School Leaders Program (HSLP) is a two-week program that takes place on the grounds of the University of Virginia. Individuals who successfully complete the program earn three hours of graded college credit. HSLP involves a concentrated study in civics, youth leadership, and Virginia politics and government.

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Career One Stop presentation for educators to use with students to help them learn more about career they may be interested in.

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These college fairs are free for high school students, transfer students, and families. They will be virtual in Fall 2021.

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No matter where you are in the college search process, NACAC College Fairs have something for you! Choose from our In-Person National College Fairs or our Virtual College Fairs to make connections with hundreds of institutions - all in one place!

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"I learned so much from having so many different teachers with a wide range of teaching styles and really came to know my strengths and weaknesses as a dancer. The two weeks were so worth my time not only because of the amazing training I received but also because I made lasting friendships and had the most fun of my summer doing activities with them as a resident student after classes!"

"SDI not only helped me improve as a dancer, but as a person as well. I greatly enjoyed working with the teachers and staying on campus was another wonderful experience in itself. It was truly an amazing experience and I highly recommend it for anybody who is interested in keeping dance in their life after high school and college."

"SDI was a great experience for me, especially because I am looking to pursue dance as my career. I loved every second of it and I hope to return next year! SDI was a very memorable 2 weeks and I gained so much from this experience."

"SDI gave me the opportunity to explore a variety of styles, with a great deal of teachers in just two weeks. Every teacher was informative and amazing to work with. Each instructor taught me something different about dance and performing and about myself as well. It was an amazing opportunity to work and connect with all the teachers, as well as the other students. We had so much fun, while also learning and expanding our comfort levels. Please continue offering a variety of classes as you do, as well as include the screen dance information session. I feel as though that was very interesting and important for upcoming dancers. Thank you so much for the experience!"

"The thing for me was I came very close to giving up dance completely, but this intensive helped me find my love for dance again. I'm the happiest I've ever been now."

"I thought the program was very beneficial! 2 weeks of dancing and I can definitely see a difference in my technique and confidence level. I think it's a good opportunity to get you to take classes outside of your studio and away from the dancers you always dance with! It really shows you how you can handle different challenges."

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"I learned so much from having so many different teachers with a wide range of teaching styles and really came to know my strengths and weaknesses as a dancer. The two weeks were so worth my time not only because of the amazing training I received but also because I made lasting friendships and had the most fun of my summer doing activities with them as a resident student after classes!"

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Explore college level honors classes without the pressure of grades.  Whether you love learning for its own sake or want to distinguish yourself this summer, SHP 2022 may be right for you.

Program Dates:                  July 10-July 23, 2022

Application Deadline:      May 1, 2022

Admission Notification and Course Placement:
May 15, 2022

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Our Typical Student

At its heart, you'll find the Cook Honors College is a strong, inspiring place because of students like you. Intelligent, dedicated, amazing students choose to come here, year after year, and reject the old-fashioned, stereotypical, stuffy model of higher-level learning for one of openness, scholarly debate, hands-on experiences, service to others, and leading-edge thinking.

It's not just a matter of welcoming you into "our" community, but rather having you join us as a member of the CHC family. You and your friends in the Cook Honors College build your own dynamic as you come together as a connected, collaborative, accepting group, creating an intellectual climate of your own.

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Freshman, transfer, and international students may apply to the Cook Honors College for the Fall semester only.

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Find information on tuition fees, student finance across the UK, NI, for international students. Also, find funding information including for postgraduates.

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Tips on preparing for and acing a job interview!

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Interviews have a set of rules, and it's important to follow them. Dress appropriately, arrive in plenty of time, bring copies of your resume and job references, be respectful to everyone you meet at the organization. To go above and beyond the basic rules, these three key strategies will make you a much stronger candidate.

Prepare and practice meaningful answers to interview questions

Use a list of common interview questions to prepare your answers in advance. Be ready to answer: "tell me about yourself," "what are your strengths and weaknesses," and more.

It's also essential to identify skills you have gained from your experiences, and relate those to the job. Does the job require meeting deadlines? Then think about times you've had to meet deadlines in projects for school, volunteer work or family life. Would you need to interact with customers? When have you dealt with customers, helped others, or worked with the public?

Interviewers want details, so prepare the whole story, including what you liked, how you handled problems you ran into, how you worked with a team, and what you learned. Mock job interviews let you practice before a real interview; they are offered at college career centers, non-profit employment organizations, job clubs, and American Job Centers.

What does the employer want?

Do your homework on the employer before the interview. Read the company website, their annual report and look for news articles mentioning the company in the past year. Are trends in their industry affecting business? What are their priorities? What do they need in a candidate for the job you want? Use this information to prepare your own questions in advance.

A recent employer survey shows that many entry-level workers interviewed cannot describe what they bring to the job, or talk about when they have used a particular skill. Make it easy for the employer to see how your capabilities make you right for the job.

Be ready to demonstrate your abilities

Some interviews include a skill demonstration, such as writing or editing a piece, solving a typical problem, or building a model. In some professions, interviewers expect you to show a portfolio of your work - plans or projects you've produced, photos, writing samples, and more.

Visit prepare for your interviews for more detailed advice, and learn about different types of interviews with tips to perform at your best.

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Interviews have a set of rules, and it's important to follow them. Dress appropriately, arrive in plenty of time, bring copies of your resume and job references, be respectful to everyone you meet at the organization. To go above and beyond the basic rules, these three key strategies will make you a much stronger candidate.

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Planning for college doesn't have to be stressful.
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BigFuture | Find the Best College for You

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REQUIRED MATERIALS:

Textbook, Inside Reporting by Tim Harrower, available print or digital, for purchase or rental at Chegg, B&N or Amazon. On-campus students can purchase or rent the book, or thye borrow a hard copy from us. If a student borrows one of our books and does not return it or return it in the condition they borrowed it, you will be charged $80 for the book.

Computer, with a broadband internet connection, audio and camera for video-conference meetings.

Phone, to conduct interviews with sources and story subjects.

VACCINATION POLICY:

According to Boston University's COVID-19 Vaccination policy, all on-campus students must be fully vaccinated according to the requirements made by Boston University. If a student is accepted to our on-campus program, they are required to provide documentation of their vaccination. For more information, please visit Boston University's Back 2 BU website.

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Summer Journalism Academy - for high school students

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Summer Journalism Academy at Boston University: Where high school students learn journalism skills and get a jump on the college experience.

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#WeTheStudents

2022 We the Students Essay Contest
Apply Here!
The Topic of the 2022 We the Students Essay Contest is

Deadline for Entry is April 15, 2022

2021 We the Students Winners

Grand Prize ($7500): Sarah Schleinkofer

Beverly Hills High School, Class of 2022

Beverly Hills, California

Read Sarah's winning essay HERE

Runners Up ($1500 Each)

Elijah Roth, Oak Ridge High School, Oak Ridge, Tennessee

Owen McConaghy, St. Joseph's Prep, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Caitlyn Beebe, Trivaio Academy (Home School), Baton Rouge, Louisiana

Jaleyna Lawes, Charles W. Flanagan High School, Pembroke Pines, Florida

Ava Chaladpru, UT Tyler University Academy, Palestine, Texas

Honorable Mentions ($500 Each)

Elizabeth Williams, De Pere High School, De Pere, Wisconsin

Jacob Schroeder, Bishop Dwenger, Fort Wayne, Indiana

Prairie Kaya, Kingfisher High School, Kingfisher, Oklahoma

Luke Rainey, Penns Manor High School, Clymer, Pennsylvania

Domenica Weems, New Manchester High School, Douglasville, Georgia

Abigail Christensen, Incarnate Word Academy, Houston, Texas

Theint Lei, Temple City High School, Temple City, California

Blake Chevalier, Shirleen Zacharias Early College Leadership Academy, Somerset, Texas

Cathleen Kivett Smith, Ridgeview High School, Orange Park, Florida

Rhea Wanchoo, Osbourn Park High School, Manassas, Virginia

Congratulations to the Winners of the 2020 We the Students Essay Contest!

2020 Essay Prompt: What does civil discourse mean to you?

Grand Prize: Derek Jiang
Stephen F. Austin High School

Sugar Land, Texas

Read Derek's essay HERE

Runner Ups

Traci Kaninberg, Assumption High School, Louisville, Kentucky

Maria Cheriyan, Detroit Country Day School, Beverly Hills, Michigan

Mika Poelma, Kadena High School, Kadena Air Base, Okinawa City, Japan

Danielle Zhang, Ladue Horton Watkins High School, St. Louis, Missouri

Marisa Gibbons, Science Hill High School, Johnson City, Tennessee

Honorable Mentions

Ria Jain, International Leadership of Texas, Keller-Saginaw High School, Fort Worth, Texas

Keshav Patel, Canton Preparatory High School, Canton, Michigan

Grace Rose, Brunswick High School, Brunswick Maryland

Martina Shelor, Bethlehem Catholic High School, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

Christina Homer, Arcadia High School, Arcadia, California

Rose Weathers, Harriton High School, Rosemont, Pennsylvania

Iycis Smith, The Meadows School, Las Vegas, Nevada

Natalie Krahulik, Penn Manor High School, Millersville, Pennsylvania

Details

1st Place: $7,500

Runners Up: 5 prizes at $1,500 each

Honorable Mentions: 10 prizes at $500 each

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WeTheStudents Apply Here! The Topic of the 2022 We the Students Essay Contest is Deadline for Entry is April 15, 2022 Grand Prize ($7500): Sarah Schleinkofer Beverly Hills High School, Class of 2022 Beverly Hills, California Read Sarah's winning essay HERE Runners Up ($1500 Each) Elijah Roth, Oak Ridge High School, Oak Ridge, Tennessee Owen McConaghy, St.

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Our Actuarial Science Summer Camps are week-long intensive programs for rising high school seniors designed to help them decide if they're interested in actuarial careers.

LVC has had a successful Actuarial Science Program for more than 50 years, and we've run this summer camp for more than three decades. Leveraging industry connections and alumni suggestions, we've forged an authentic experience that features interaction with actuaries and an introduction to relevant software and content.

In the summer of 2023, we will have two one-week long camps:

During the week, students live on campus in a residence hall with Resident Assistants who are current LVC students. Students eat their meals in the Allan W. Mund College Center.

Lebanon Valley College values inclusion and diversity. Per BeanActuary.org, African-American, Hispanic, and Native American communities are underrepresented in the field of actuarial science. We encourage underrepresented students to apply; financial aid may be available.

Please visit the links on the left panel and contact Patrick Brewer, director of actuarial science, at brewer@lvc.edu regarding any camp questions.

To apply to the summer camp, fill out the application form using the Apply button below. A letter of recommendation is also required. The letter should be no more than one page and be from a high school teacher familiar with your work in mathematics. The letter of recommendation must be emailed to Dr. Patrick Brewer at brewer@lvc.edu.

FAQs

The easiest way to pay is online by electronic check at www.lvc.edu/summerpay. You can also send a check by mail. Pay it to the order of Lebanon Valley College, put "Actuarial Science Summer Camp" in the memo, and send it to Patrick Brewer, Actuarial Science Summer Program, Lebanon Valley College, 101 N. College Ave., Annville, PA 17003.

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High school students spend hours watching TikTok and scrolling through Instagram. They travel to visit campuses and do extensive research on athletics, study abroad, and social life. They know the mascot, campus traditions, and the best meals in the dining hall - but do they know the real cost of the colleges on their lists?

As admission letters roll in, cost is about to become a very real factor in decision making. Here are a few things for families to consider when thinking about college costs.

1. The actual price may be lower than you think.
For most students, the price listed in the cost of attendance isn't what they will pay. At Richmond, for example, nearly 60% of students receive some combination of need-based, merit, and/or athletic aid. That means that majority of our students pay less than the published price.

2. The actual price may be higher than you think!
Schools report tuition, fees, room, board, books, and personal expenses as part of their "cost of attendance." That's the price, right? Usually not. Many students pay less because of aid, but sometimes the price is actually higher because some schools have additional fees - some of which are mandatory - that are not in the cost of attendance.

These additional fees may include mandatory orientation fees, lab course fees, technology fees, athletic fees, activity fees, and health center fees. Some schools charge higher tuition for high-demand majors, or add fees for classes that have field trips or travel as a course requirement.

While Richmond doesn't have these additional fees - we don't even charge students to use the laundry facilities on campus - at other schools these fees can add hundreds or even thousands of dollars to the student's bill. Families should look at each school's University Bursar web page for their fee schedule, and carefully review the list of fees to make sure your cost comparisons include a realistic awareness of those extras.

3. Most schools do not meet full need, and some give scholarships that decrease in value over time.
Some schools provide merit scholarships in a fixed annual amount. That's great for the first year. But as costs increase, that $10,000 scholarship covers a bit less of the cost of attendance each year. This is why most Richmond merit scholarships are based on a percentage of tuition, so that as our tuition increases, the merit scholarship increases proportionally.

Unlike most schools, we are also committed to meeting full need each year, so if prices go up or family circumstances change, we can adjust aid. Unfortunately, most schools do not have the financial resources to meet full need. If cost is an issue, students should focus on schools that meet full demonstrated financial need. Meeting full need supports student retention and success!

4. There are millions in unclaimed scholarships.
Yes, there are unclaimed scholarships out there. But most of them are unclaimed because they are incredibly specific. A student's best bet when seeking scholarships is to use studentaid.gov to search for scholarships based on personal interests and background. Be careful when searching for scholarships - there are some smart identity theft scammers out there who put up fake scholarship applications as a way to collect personal data and even to build essay databases! Stick with the known and trusted sources.

When it comes to scholarships that are part of a school's endowment, schools will often award them as part of the financial aid review process by matching application information with the scholarship profile, eliminating extra work for the student. Most of our scholarships, for example, specify a particular geographic region or academic area, which we can easily identify and assign to our admitted students. But even we have a handful that are hard to award. Our admission staff know to look out for certain backgrounds - and if you happen to know one of the 24 Hungarian Reformed Church of America pastors, please let them know that the University of Richmond may have a scholarship!

5. Help yourself - to loans, work/study, and summer earnings.
Through loans and student employment, students participate in funding part of their education through current earnings while in college (student employment and summer work) and future earning (loans taken out now, and repaid starting 6 months after leaving college).

Some schools have a summer earnings expectation, which basically means they expect students to work and save money over the summer. That's great, in principle, but that means that there are other things the student won't be able to do in the summer. At Richmond, we do not have a summer earnings expectation. We also provide summer funding through the Richmond Guarantee - our guarantee of up to $5,000 to each student to fund one summer doing research or working at an unpaid or underpaid internship. We expect our students to be engaged in the summer, but don't want to limit their opportunities.

6. Eat the elephant one bite at a time.
Finally, don't wait until the payment due to date to create a plan. Talk to the Office of Financial Aid, get an estimate of the bill, and consider the best way to balance payments. Many schools offer installment plans so that payments can be spread out over a semester instead of being due all at once before the semester begins. Spreading it out may be a good way to ease into tuition payments.

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High School Counselors: this one's for you. As admission letters roll in, cost is about to become a very real factor in decision making. Here are a few things for families to consider when thinking about college costs. We hope these tips are helpful, but please feel free to reach out at any time if the University of Richmond can help!

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Find the college that's the best fit for you! The U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard has the most reliable data on college costs,graduation, and post-college earnings.

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We're your gateway to 10,000+ academic and experiential learning opportunities for teens.

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Rider University: Department of Media Arts Annual Film Symposium

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"Some Like It Funny: Film Comedy, Past and Present" presented by The Department of Media Arts at Rider University includes screenings, presentations by faculty, alumni and students, as well as student screenwriting and film competitions throughout the day. This year, the symposium will include special film scholar guest speakers that will share their insights and experience within the film industry.

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Financial aid award letters play a key role in helping families pick a college.
But because there's no standard format for award letters, comparing them
can be tricky.

You should make sure you can clearly identify what aid is free money like
scholarships and grants, and what money is a loan that you'll need to pay
back. You'll also want to remember that the school offering you the most
money may not be the best. A school that offers you less money, but more
scholarships, may be a better fit.

If you want more information about how to plan and pay for college, Sallie
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Financial aid award letters play a key role in helping families pick a college. But because there's no standard format for award letters, comparing them can be tricky. You should make sure you can clearly identify what aid is free money like scholarships and grants, and what money is a loan that you'll need to pay back.

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Students looking for a part-time job now while still in high school or recent graduates can use this resource to find a job within a 5-mile radius.
Put in a job title, your zip code and switch it to 5-mile radius.

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I'm First is an online community that celebrates first-generation college students. Resources include: video testimonials from first-generation students, student blogs, and information about special college programs that support first-gen students.

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...especially being the first in your family to attend and graduate from college. I'm First!, an initiative of UStrive, is an online community celebrating first-generation college students.

Check out video stories from first-gen students, read student blogs and discover colleges that have special programs to support their first-gen students. We feature YouTube video testimonials from first-gen students and graduates from across the country. Watch some below or share your own story.

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Explore new avenues of artistic development and spark your imagination at The University for Creative Careers. SCAD offers pre-college programs during the summer and throughout the year for high school students of all ages to pursue art and design disciplines while working alongside peers from all over the world — and offer ideal opportunities for artists at all levels to create, learn, and grow.

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Hurricane Idalia: (Updated 7:50 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 30) A hurricane warning has been issued for Chatham County and the city of Savannah. The potential risk of hurricane force winds will increase early this afternoon and continue until late Wednesday evening. Read more

Explore new avenues of artistic development and spark your imagination at The University for Creative Careers. SCAD offers pre-college programs during the summer and throughout the year for high school students of all ages to pursue art and design disciplines while working alongside peers from all over the world - and offer ideal opportunities for artists at all levels to create, learn, and grow.

SCAD Rising Star

Incoming high school seniors ready for a college experience benefit from the challenging and exciting atmosphere of SCAD Rising Star. Enrolling in one or two college-level classes and building professional portfolios, SCAD Rising Star participants benefit from all of the perks of being a SCAD student.
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SCAD joint enrollment

Explore opportunities to enroll in university-level courses while still in high school. Eligible students may be qualified to earn college credits.
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According to Barnett, the net price section should not be overlooked by parents and students. "It's easy to get caught on looking at the award amounts and seeing if scholarships are offered," he says. "However, the Net Cost section is one of the most important sections. In some cases, School A could be less expensive without a scholarship than School B who is offering one."

A student's expected family contribution, or EFC, is the number that colleges use to determine how much financial aid a student would receive - not the dollar amount a family pays for college nor the amount of aid a family receives.

The Pell Grant is federal aid awarded to the lowest income families. The maximum Pell Grant award is $6,495 for the 2021-2022 award year.

"One of the common stumbling blocks for families in comparing financial aid packages is confusing a total dollar amount of aid as opposed to the total amount of aid that does not need to be paid back (scholarship and grants) and the amount of the aid that does need to be paid back (loan)," Loreen Gilbert, founder and CEO of WealthWise Financial Services in California, wrote in an email."I suggest that families make a spreadsheet dividing up dollar amounts from each institution on the amounts that do not have to be paid back versus the amounts that do have to be paid back and then a third column of out-of-pockets expenses," she says.

Grants and work-study are not guaranteed every year, Gilbert says. "The family should look at the percentage of aid that may not be there in the future and make sure that there is a contingency plan for additional out-of-pocket expenses," she advises.

Though choosing a college is often an emotional decision, Kristin Moore, director of services in the financial aid office at Swarthmore College, says families should take an analytical approach. "Take your costs minus just the grants and scholarships. That bottom line should be the family's first point of comparison prior to considering loan amounts, a campus job or college work-study," she says. "This is the first step in understanding, OK, 'what is the real cost of this education going to be?'"

A financial aid award letter does not always include complete details on the costs a student might incur while attending a particular college. Experts say families may need to add expenses like technology needs, off-campus meals and textbooks to the cost of attendance listed on a financial aid award notice.

The items listed as part of a student's cost of attendance may vary. The Department of Education's website says for students attending at least half time, the COA may include tuition and fees; the cost of room and board; the cost of books, supplies, transportation, loan fees and miscellaneous expenses; an allowance for child care or other dependent care; costs related to a disability; and reasonable costs for eligible study abroad programs.

Colleges may refer to the cost of attendance as the cost of annual attendance or the cost of annual education, and Duffins says families commonly ask whether the costs in this section are for one semester, one year or four years. He says most colleges list the cost of one year in their financial aid notification letter.

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Career & Technical Education
Virginia's 17 Career Clusters

To view individual Web pages for each of the 17 career clusters, use the menu to the right .

Career Clusters help students investigate careers and design their courses of study to advance their career goals. For this reason, Virginia has adopted the nationally accepted structure of career clusters, career pathways and sample career specialties or occupations, as well as created a 17th Energy Cluster.

A Career Cluster is a grouping of occupations and broad industries based on commonalities. Within each career cluster, there are multiple career pathways that represent a common set of skills and knowledge, both academic and technical, necessary to pursue a full range of career opportunities within that pathway - ranging from entry level to management, including technical and professional career specialties. Based on the skills sets taught, all CTE courses are aligned with one or more career clusters and career pathways.

Overview

Career Clusters Academic and Career Plans of Study; Virginia's Best Practices (PPT)
This PowerPoint presentation describes the integration of career clusters into the career exploration and preparation process in Virginia (updated December 2012). NOTE: this is a large file that will take time to download.

Developing Academic and Career Plans of Study

The sample Plans of Study listing is a resource to assist CTE administrators and school counselors in developing student academic and career plans of study for each pathway within a career cluster. The sample plans of study template meets all the state and federal requirements.

Resources

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National Career Clusters Framework
In cooperation with the National Career Technical Education Foundation (NCTEF), the National Association of State Directors of Career and Technical Education Consortium (NASDCTEc) provides leadership and support for the National Career Clusters Framework to deliver high-quality CTE programs through improved curriculum design and instruction. The National Career Clusters Framework is comprised of 16 Career Clusters and related Career Pathways to help students explore different career options and better prepare for college and career. The Career Clusters and related Career Pathways serve as an organizing tool for Virginia's schools and academies to develop more effective programs of study and curriculum. This site includes a listing of the 16 national career clusters and 79 pathways .

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CTE Career Clusters: Agriculture, Food & Natural Resource
Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources

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Arts, A/V Technology & Communications

Business Management & Administration

Education & Training

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Finance

Government & Public Administration

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Hospitality & Tourism

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Information Technology

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Marketing

Military

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Transportation, Distribution & Logistics

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If you apply for a course that requires an admissions test, you'll need to check the registration deadline for the test, when you will sit it, and what it includes, as well as the deadline for your UCAS application.

Many courses that require you to sit a test have a 15 October deadline, but your course may be different, so it's important you check key dates and deadlines. To see if your course requires you to sit an admissions test, check the course description in the search tool.

Most admissions tests happen between August and November the year before you're due to start your studies - some even earlier, before you've sent your UCAS application!

Remember to check the date of your admissions test - some take place before the UCAS application deadline.

Course-related admissions tests
Law Mathematics Medical courses Thinking Skills Assessment
University admissions tests

University of Cambridge

If you're considering a course at the University of Cambridge, you will need to check whether you need to sit an admissions test.

It may be that you have to sit an assessment before your interview, or at the interview stage of the application process. To do this, you'll need to register separately to your UCAS application - the deadlines for these vary, so make sure you check the university's website.

The deadlines for registrations are as follows:

In addition to your UCAS application, you will also need to complete a Supplementary Application Questionnaire (SAQ).

Applicants from outside of the EU are also required to complete a Cambridge Online Preliminary Application (COPA).

The University of Cambridge runs the following assessments as part of their application process:

Full details of the tests you will need to sit as part of your application can be found in the course description in our search tool.

University of Oxford

If you're thinking of applying to the University of Oxford, there's a very high chance you will need to sit an admissions test. The majority of courses require them, but check the course description in our search tool to be sure.

You will need to register separately to your UCAS application to sit the exam. The deadlines for registrations are as follows:

1 October at 17:00 (UK time):
BioMedical Admissions Test (BMAT) - please note, the University of Oxford will only accept results from BMAT October for A100 Medicine and BC98 Biomedical Sciences. Candidates for A101 Graduate Medicine may choose either the September or October sitting of the BMAT, but test-takers must not take the test twice in one application round.

5 October at 18:00 (UK time):

15 October at 18:00 (UK time):

Full details of the tests you will need to sit as part of your application can be found in the course description in our search tool.

Other course providers' admissions tests

Click the providers below to find out which of their courses have an associated admissions test.

Birmingham Metropolitan College (Formerly Matthew Boulton College)

University of Bolton

Dental technology

Nursing (adult) Bolton NHS Trust

Nursing (adult) Central Manchester Foundation Trust

Nursing (adult) Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust

Bournemouth University

Computer animation arts

Computer visualisation and animation

Scriptwriting for film and television

Software development for animation, games and effects

Buckinghamshire New University

Nursing (adult)

Nursing (children's)

Nursing (mental health)

Operating department practice

Social work

Social work (postgraduate entry)

University of Greenwich

Midwifery

Nursing (children's nursing)

Nursing (adult nursing)

Nursing (mental health nursing)

Nursing (learning disabilities nursing)

Paramedic science

The University of Kent

Journalism

Politics and international relations (Bidiplome)

Social work

King's College London (University of London)

Midwifery practice and registration as a midwife

Midwifery studies with registration as a midwife

Nursing studies with registration as a nurse (children's nursing)

Nursing studies with registration - children's nursing (graduate entry)

Nursing studies with registration as a nurse (adult nursing)

Nursing studies with registration - adult (graduate entry)

Nursing studies with registration as a nurse (mental health nursing)

Nursing studies with registration (mental health)

University of Oxford

Pearson College

Business and Enterprise (Top-Up)

BA (Hons) Business Management

BA (Hons) Business Management with Finance

BA (Hons) Business Management with Global Industries

BA (Hons) Business Management with Law

BA (Hons) Business Management and Entrepreneurship

BA (Hons) Business Management with Marketing

The University of Salford

Social policy

Social work studies

Social work studies (postgraduate entry)

South & City College Birmingham

Advanced practice in early years education

HND in biological sciences for industry

Computing and systems development

Sport and exercise science

University of the West of Scotland

Adult nursing

Adult nursing with registration

Education

Mental health nursing

Mental health nursing with registration

Midwifery

Social work

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Disabilities are wide-ranging and come in a variety of forms.

Per the National Center for Education Statistics, 19% of college undergraduates reported having a disability in 2015-2016.

People with disabilities can attend college - and thrive.

College is an exciting time of academic exploration and self-discovery. With the right support and accommodations, students with disabilities can excel in the classroom and participate in various extracurricular activities. Unfortunately, college students with disabilities frequently note that accessibility issues, like a lack of working elevators, incorrect use of Braille on signage, and broken wheelchair ramps, impact their ability to consistently attend class and engage with their campus communities.

To be more inclusive of all students, including students with disabilities, universities should adopt the social model of disability. The social model of disability emphasizes universal design, which is the process of creating buildings and infrastructure that are safe and accessible for everyone. It's also important for students with disabilities to feel empowered to champion their own needs and advocate for support.

All students with disabilities have equal access to higher education, says Oscar Gonzalez, interim accessibility resources senior director at Minnesota State University. He continued, Own your disability, and understand how it shapes your experience. Know that you aren't alone, and be willing to ask for what you need.

Knowing Your Student Rights

Students with disabilities are protected by federal law, enabling them to participate fully in U.S. society. Legislation such as Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) protect students with disabilities against discrimination by creating responsibilities for colleges, universities, and other public organizations.

Americans With Disabilities Act

Created in 1990, the ADA paved the way for a more inclusive society for people with disabilities. The ADA provides a wide range of protections for those with disabilities and created important accessibility standards in employment, public transportation, and telecommunications.

Title II and Title III of the ADA require that both public and private spaces (including college campuses) are accessible to everyone. This means that both private and public universities must make sure that students with disabilities can safely access buildings, equitably participate in the classroom, and reasonably engage in extracurricular activities.

The ADA includes language concerning the various accommodations that should be made available for college students with disabilities, including:

Communication accommodations for people with hearing, vision, or speech disabilities

Reasonable accessibility modifications to university policies, practices, and procedures

Accessibility standards for new and renovated buildings

Section 504

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 protects college students with disabilities from discrimination. Under this section, any college or university that receives federal funding must provide accommodations so that students with disabilities can participate in the classroom and in educational programs. Some of the accommodations that college students with disabilities may receive include:

Extended time for test taking

Recording devices

Sign language interpreters

Section 504 also applies to K-12 students, but K-12 students receive more hands-on and personalized support. For example, K-12 schools are responsible for finding and identifying students who need accommodations and for providing the necessary support for their academic success.

Colleges and universities, on the other hand, are not required to seek out or identify students who are in need of accommodations. Under Section 504, it is the responsibility of college students to self-disclose and report their accommodation needs. This process often includes submitting official medical documentation to one's college or university. Students with disabilities who are not seeking accommodations do not need to disclose their disability status to their university.

Most colleges and universities have a designated office and/or website that details the procedures students should follow in order to document their disability with their school. Students are encouraged to begin the accommodations process with their university as early as possible in the school year. This will ensure that your campus has time to set up the appropriate accommodations that will enable you to thrive in the classroom.

Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act

The Twenty-First Century Communications and Video Accessibility Act (CVAA) is a law that Congress passed to update the telecommunications protections for people with disabilities. Previous laws ensured accessibility for telephones and TVs, but couldn't keep up with new technology. The new law includes safeguards for people with disabilities to access the latest technology like broadband, digital, and mobile innovations - the very technologies that the act is named after.

The CVAA has two main sections. Title I requires that broadband products and services (including smartphones) are fully accessible to people with disabilities. Title II makes it easier for people with disabilities to view video programming on TV and the internet. This includes requiring captioning of shows and re-runs on online streaming services.

For college students with disabilities, the act guarantees equal access to information and communication resources, which are vital for academic success. The provisions on internet-based communications technologies require captioning, descriptive audio, and more on public-facing websites and course materials, allowing disabled students, on campus or online, to use technology for their education. This is especially important for certain classroom accommodations and ensures all students have an equal opportunity to learn and participate in campus life.

Assistive Technology Act

The Assistive Technology Act, first approved by Congress in 1988, promotes awareness of and access to assistive services and devices that can help folks in education and work settings, as well as in other activities. Under this law, each state gets grants to help provide services to people with disabilities.

Wheelchair ramps, accessible parking permits, and large-print books are examples of low-tech assistive devices and services. Medium tech can include enlarged computer keyboards and audiobooks.

High-tech devices are those that are computer-based, such as voice recognition software, screen readers, and voice-activated environment controls.

Evaluating Campus Disability Services

Because students with disabilities tend to have specific needs, selecting the appropriate college may present a challenge. Before applying to a school, it's important to learn as much as possible about the school. Explore whether it is inclusive, accessible, and accepting of those with disabilities.

The size of a school's disability services office can provide insight into its ability to accommodate students. The bigger the staff in that office, the more resources and accommodations they're likely to offer.

Visit the school's website and social media accounts. Search for its disability resource center and clubs or networks for students with disabilities and neurodivergent students.

Students who choose to visit campuses in person can make the most out of their time by learning about the school and the disability services office. Also, visit the financial aid office, dining halls, and health services departments. The school may offer virtual tours if an in-person visit isn't possible.

Email or call to schedule an appointment to speak with particular offices and ask them specific questions.

Gonzalez says you should ask the following:

Can you meet with someone on campus to discuss your accommodations? How will they support you? And what type of resources do they offer?

Does this college or university have programs to meet your needs? Is there a community for students with disabilities on campus?

Are there scholarships available for students with disabilities who would like to attend that college or university?

Once you know what accommodations you'll need, Gonzalez says to consider the institution's quality of support services. These include:

Academic or vocational counseling and planning

Career training and placement options that align with your interests and skills

Housing, employment, and financial services

Social, physical, and mental health and wellness services

When asked how family and friends can support disabled students, Gonzales responded with a few key ways folks can offer support during a student's transition to college. He says it's important to encourage independence and self-advocacy by helping students manage their time and assignments, communicate with professors, and ask for help when needed.

Additionally, it's vital to openly discuss the impact of disabilities on students' lives and what they need to succeed while creating a safe space for others to share their experiences. When accompanying a student to their first appointment with disability services, it's important to prioritize the student's voice and empower them to advocate for themself.

Paying for College

Students with disabilities are eligible for many financial aid and scholarship opportunities.

Federal and state assistance is available. Federal Pell Grants, for instance, do not require repayment. Students with disabilities may also be eligible for government assistance programs such as Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI).

Nonprofits, schools, and other businesses also offer scholarships. These can supplement students' federal and state financial aid, drastically reducing college expenses.

Students can apply for scholarships specific to their disabilities, as well. The Sertoma Hard of Hearing or Deaf Scholarship and the National Federation of the Blind Scholarship Program are two examples.

Frequently Asked Questions About Students With Disabilities

How do you refer to students with disabilities?

The disability community is split on language. Many people prefer identity-first language: disabled person. Others prefer person-first language: person with a disability.

The best option is to use the language that an individual prefers. Don't assume all people prefer the same language.

What is a disability resource center?

Colleges and universities typically have disability services offices where students can find help with services and accommodations like assistive technology, note-takers, and extra time on tests.

These centers and offices can coordinate with instructors and other campus departments to provide reduced class loads, priority class registration, and housing and parking accommodations, among many other services.

Some colleges also offer tutors and workshops where students can learn study skills.

Can students with disabilities attend college?

Of course! Disability doesn't mean inability. It just may mean a student has to find unique ways to navigate barriers. People with disabilities commonly attend and successfully complete college. They then enter the workforce.

This is why disability legislation exists. It allows students with disabilities to learn alongside their nondisabled peers. Learn about the various types of support different colleges offer. With the right support, students with disabilities can excel in school.

What challenges do students with disabilities face?

Disabilities are wide-ranging and include learning, physical, and psychological disabilities, health challenges, and vision, hearing, and speech conditions.

Some students with disabilities may face challenges in traditional learning environments due to a variety of factors - sensory sensitivities, mobility challenges, or challenges with subject-specific work.

Students with disabilities may have specific transportation needs and face financial challenges and disability discrimination. It's important to get support from the school's disability offices, campus groups, organizations, and others.

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German Universities that offer ALL programs in English

Most universities have programs that are taught in German and programs that are taught in English. However, there are some German universities whose main language is exclusively English. These are private universities and offer all programs in English. They are not the norm but if these interest you then it's worth a look:

At MyGermanUniversity, we know that international students are eager to come and study in Germany but may not have all of the resources and information about how it works and which programs are available to them. That's why we have taken the work out of the research process for you and compiled the largest database of English-taught study programs on our StudyFinder which has more than 2,000 bachelors and masters programs!

Whether you prefer to search through these programs by subject, city, or university, we have taken the guesswork out for you so that you are that much close to finding your dream study program in Germany. This article will serve as an introduction to universities in Germany that offer study programs in English.

Do German universities teach in English?

Yes, you can study at a German university in English. This is not a rumor, it's not a myth, it's a fact! Some of our study counselors at MyGermanUniversity have studied in Germany as international students from Peru, the United States, Brazil and Georgia and have first-hand experience at universities in Germany which teach in English.

German universities are well aware of the fact that if they want to attract international students, offering programs in English is a must. While international students are also welcome to apply to German-taught programs, it's rare that students from abroad are fluent in German at an academic level. Moreover, universities that offer English-taught programs also usually have English-speaking staff at admissions offices, registration offices, and all appropriate and important facilities on campus.

English-taught programs at German universities are a standard and offered even at Germany's internationally top-ranked universities. Because all of these universities are public, it means that they do not charge tuition fees, even for non-EU students! So don't think you are settling for a second-class degree, Germany ranks third in the world for top-ranked universities, so be sure to check them out and see if one of them is right for you. For more information on tuition fees at German universities, read our article about " Tuition-free Universities in Germany taught in English ".

Do I need to know German at all?

Simply put, no! To study at a German university, you don't need to speak German as long as you meet the minimum language requirements for your desired degree program. However, you will have more options if you consider programs that are taught in English AND German. Therefore, speaking German will give you a greater selection of study programs available to you. Furthermore, your integration into daily life will be better and you will have more options on the job market.

Generally, you should be able to get by with little to no German. However, we encourage students looking to come to Germany, to explore some free online German language courses to have some basics in German. Depending on the city you are planning to study in, you may need more German skills. Additionally, if you plan on searching for a shared flat with other students off-campus or communicating with doctors and locals, having some basic German is very helpful.

We strongly encourage international students to seek out some resources to study a bit of German but know that if you are applying to an English-taught program, that your university will have resources available to you in English regarding admissions, registration, visa details, and more. Many German universities also have German courses available which you can sign up for once in Germany. Alternatively, you can seek out courses from a German language school.

Is University in Germany free for international students?

Simply put, yes, there are free universities in Germany. There are no tricks or hidden fees, public universities in Germany are FREE. This applies to all students, even non-EU students, who choose to attend a public university. As previously mentioned, even top-ranked universities in Germany are tuition-free.

Every university in Germany charges a so-called semester contribution (Semesterbeitrag) which averages from 200 - 300 € per semester (there are also few colleges that charge higher or lower amounts). This contribution pays for administrative costs, social services, and your public transportation ticket which provides you with unlimited use of the local public transportation system.

There are some important exceptions to the tuition-free rule for you to keep in mind:

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Professional/Executive Programs:

Executive study programs are professional degree programs that are offered at many universities in Germany may charge a marginal tuition fee, some examples being an L.LM, MBA, MPA, or the Erasmus Mundus joint master's degree.

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The state of Baden-Württemberg:

The state of Baden-Württemberg in the south of Germany has a mandatory tuition fee of 1,500 € per semester to all non-EU students. Some of the state's more well known cities such as Heidelberg, Freiburg, Stuttgart, and Constance, will all charge this non-EU tuition fee at their universities.

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Private Universities:

Germany has a great selection of private universities to choose from. It is important to note that private universities charge tuition to all of their students (not just non-EU students), though the tuition cost is generally lower than tuition fees at other private universities abroad, averaging between 5,000 and 7,000 € per semester.

Popular Universities in Germany that teach in English

Ludwig Maximilian University of Munich (LMU)

Technical University of Munich (TUM)

Humboldt University of Berlin

Free University of Berlin

Technical University of Berlin

Further Reading

Germany in University Rankings

Universities from English-speaking countries with campuses in Germany

Arden University - Berlin Study Centre
Arden University is a private teaching university based in the UK. Arden offers a variety of bachelor's and master's programs with blended online distance learning options. They have study centers across the UK and one in Berlin as well. They offer degrees in various topics from data analytics to finance, and psychology.

Lancaster University Leipzig
Students can now receive a degree from a highly ranked UK university while in Germany! In January 2020, Lancaster University welcomed its first students to the new campus in Leipzig, Germany. LU Leipzig offers a range of degree programs, encouraging mobility between the UK and Germany for their students. They also will have the opportunity to apply for internships, placement, and graduate employment in both Lancaster and Leipzig.

SAE Institute Berlin
The SAE Institute was founded in 1976 and is the largest, industry-focussed creative media program with more than 50 campuses over 28 different countries. SAE offers bachelor's and master's in various fields in creative media (audio, film, animation, music, etc.). Some campuses are in global hubs such as London, Munich, Paris, New York, and of course, Berlin. Programs in Berlin are taught in English as well as German.

Schiller International University - Heidelberg Campus
Schiller International University is a private US-American university for four campuses in four different locations around the globe: Paris (France), Madrid (Spain), Largo (USA), and Heidelberg (Germany). The German campus in Heidelberg dates back to the late 1960s. The Schiller International University offers bachelor's and master's degrees in several topics from tourism and management to international relations and diplomacy.

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Top Universities in EU (that teach in English)

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Top Universities in EU (that teach in English)

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If you are an American student interested in pursuing a bachelor's degree in Europe, one of the natural first questions might be: What language will my professors speak? Of course, if you are considering studying in the U.K. & Ireland where 97% of the population speaks English, you have nothing to worry about. As such, we won't include schools from the U.K. on this list, but we encourage you to check out our previous article 5 Reasons American Teens Should Consider College in the U.K. as well as our Dataverse pages highlighting The Best Universities in the United Kingdom and The Best Universities in Ireland. Of course, with the U.K.'s recent break from the EU, these schools would technically be excluded from this list regardless.

With that covered, let's launch into an exploration of the best places for English-speaking teens to study within the European Union. To begin, we will examine which EU countries have the highest English-speaking populations. After all, college doesn't all unfold in a classroom, and while you may be working on learning the native tongue of your host county, it may be reassuring to know that you can still communicate with the majority of the local residents.

Which European Union member countries have the most English-speaking citizens?

Amazingly, close to 400 million Europeans can hold a conversation in English. Countries where more than 60% of citizens speak English (even if as a second language) include:

Other popular European destinations sport much lower numbers:

Excellent Universities in the EU that offer Bachelor's Degrees in English

Some of finest institutions in the EU for English-speaking students can be found in countries where a majority of natives speak English, while others are English-language enclaves within countries where very few will share a common language with an American visitor. The following schools do not represent a comprehensive list of quality EU-based English-language programs. Rather, these schools are highlighted because they possess a combination of superior academic reputation, a large number of international students, and a diversity of bachelor's degree offerings delivered fully in English.
Note: Listed tuition prices are estimates-most tuition costs vary by field of study.
1) Sciences Po Paris, Campus de Reims

2) University of Amsterdam

3) Erasmus University Rotterdam

4) Leiden University

5) University of Groningen

6) Lund University

7) Aarhus University

8) Stockholm University

9) Autonomous University of Barcelona

10) The University of Milan

11) Pompeu Fabra University

12) Maastricht University

College Transitions' Final Thoughts

With the coronavirus pandemic still raging, studying overseas may feel like a pipedream. However, American high school students should keep their dreams of international college study alive, as the vaccine will-fingers crossed-make global travel a feasible and safe practice once again in the very near future.

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Top English-Speaking Bachelor's Degree Programs in the EU

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If you are an American student interested in pursuing a bachelor's degree in Europe, one of the natural first questions might be: What language will my professors speak? Of course, if you are considering studying in the U.K. & Ireland where 97% of the population speaks English, you have nothing to worry about.

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Top Universities in the Middle East

Having been piloted in 2014, the first full QS Arab Region University Rankings was released in 2015 - the world's first comprehensive of the top universities in the Arab world.

According to the 2021 edition of this ranking, the five top universities in the Arab countries are: King Abdulaziz University (Saudi Arabia), the American University of Beirut (Lebanon), Qatar University (Qatar), King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals (Saudi Arabia) and United Arab Emirates University (United Arab Emirates).

Other Middle Eastern countries boasting universities within the Arab region's top 100 include Egypt, Oman, Qatar, Iran, Kuwait, Bahrain, Jordan and Iraq. Turkey and Israel, often considered part of the Middle Eastern region, are also well-represented in the overall QS World University Rankings ®.

To find out more about what to expect from study in the Middle East, click on the countries listed above.
See the results of the QS Arab Region University Rankings 2023

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Having been piloted in 2014, the first full QS Arab Region University Rankings was released in 2015 - the world's first comprehensive of the top universities in the Arab world.

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