Hialeah High School

Hialeah High School

Alina Grandal

CAP Advisor

MAKE YOUR SUMMER COUNT!

Participating in a summer program is a great way to spend your summer. You will experience the excitement of college life at a college campus, you get to explore new programs and careers, and make friendships that last a lifetime with people from around the globe.

Name of Program / Dates / Description / Deadline / Cost
SAMS: The Summer Academy for Mathematics and Science at Carnegie Mellon University / June 25th- August 6th / The Summer Academy for Mathematics and Science is a rigorous residential summer experience. Students who are entering their junior or senior year and are considering careers in engineering, science and other math-based disciplines are eligible to apply. Students must be at least 15 years old to participate in this program. http://www.cmu.edu/enrollment/summerprogramsfordiversity/apply.html
A limited number of rising high school seniors may be selected to participate in Advanced Placement/Early Admission, fine arts programs in architecture, art & design, drama or music, or the National High School Game Academy which also run from June 30 - August 10, 2012. / April 1st, 2012 / FREE! There will be no tuition, housing or dining fees for students selected to attend SAMS. Students will, however, be responsible for books, supplies, transportation and recreational expenses. Textbook costs vary from year to year. An estimate would be $150-$200.
2011 UF Young Entrepreneurs for Leadership & Sustainability Summer Program / June 28th -July 29th / This program is for motivated, college-bound high school sophomores and juniors who are interested in Entrepreneurship, Social Entrepreneurship, Leadership, and Sustainability. Applicants should be successfully pursuing a rigorous high school curriculum as demonstrated by their transcripts.
Application available at: http://ufyoungentrepreneurs.org/apply/application / March 1,2012 / $6,000. This fee covers tuition, books, housing in a student residence hall, an unlimited meal pass, field trips, community service, and most activities for the duration of the 5 week program. A $500 deposit is due two weeks following the notification of acceptance.
Full and partial scholarships are available to a limited number of students who demonstrate financial need and whose academic performance has been outstanding.
Boston University High School Honors Program / July 1st- August 11th / We consider academically motivated applicants who are entering their junior or senior year of high school in 2012. Qualified juniors need to be in Honors and/or AP courses to be considered. Admission is based on a combination of high school grades, courses taken, standardized test scores, personal statement, and two letters of recommendation
Application available at: http://www.bu.edu/summer/high-school-programs/ / May 14, 2012. Applicants applying for financial aid need to submit their completed applications by April 20, 2012. / Tuition $4,520.plus room and board. Financial aid is available for the High School Honors Program. Awards cover partial tuition and fees and are based on both financial need and merit.
Boston University Research Internship / July1st-August 11th / We consider applicants who are entering their senior year of high school in 2012. Admission is based on a combination of high school grades, courses taken, standardized test scores, personal statement, and two letters of recommendation.
http://www.bu.edu/summer/high-school-programs/research-internship/ / April 2, 2012 Admissions are made on a rolling basis, and only completed applications are reviewed until the application deadline. We will begin reviewing applications in the beginning of January. / $3,600 plus room and board.
Financial aid is available for the Research Internship in Science and Engineering Program based on need and merit. Awards cover partial tuition and fees.
Boston University Summer Challenge Program / June 197- June 29, 2012
July 8th - 20, 2012
OR
July 22 - August 3 2012 / For high school students entering their sophomore, junior, or senior year in fall 2012, Summer Challenge is a perfect opportunity to explore existing interests, investigate new topics, take classes not offered in high school, and maybe even determine a college major. The two-week residential program offers a preview of college life, while non-credit coursework allows students to concentrate on a high level of learning and achievement alongside their peers, without focusing on grades.
http://www.bu.edu/summer/high-school-programs/summer-challenge / There is no application deadline. Admissions are made on a rolling basis, and only completed applications are reviewed.
We will begin reviewing applications in the beginning of January. / $3,360. program fee includes tuition, housing, and all meals in the dining hall. It also includes textbooks and all sponsored activities during the two weeks of the program.
Boston University Summer Preview / June 25- June 29, 2012
July 22 - 27, 2012
OR
July 3rd- August 27, 2012 / For students entering their freshmen or sophomore year of high school in fall 2012, the one-week, non-credit, commuter Summer Preview Program provides an opportunity for students to explore an academic interest in-depth, investigate a subject they are curious about, as well as gain excellent preparation for the increasingly competitive college admission process. Summer Preview students enroll in one, non-credit seminar, choosing from two exciting subjects.
Each seminar is designed to be small and engage students in an intensive exploration of a specific topic through lectures, discussions, and individual and group work. Students also benefit from a college workshop that gets them thinking about what they can do in high school to maximize the effectiveness of their college applications.
http://www.bu.edu/summer/high-school-programs/summer-preview / There is no application deadline. Admissions are made on a rolling basis, and only completed applications are reviewed. We will begin reviewing applications in the beginning of January. / $1,175
American University Community of Scholars / July 9-July 27
July 29-August 3, 2012 and online learning; July 9-August 3, 2012
July 9- August 3rd / The Community of Scholars program is a rigorous college-credit summer program designed for students entering their junior and senior years of high school. The Community of Scholars offers academically outstanding students the chance to broaden their understanding of international relations by enrolling in a three-credit college class designed just for them. Students admitted to this program will sample the undergraduate experience and take advantage of what the School of International Service (SIS) has to offer.
Program I- Three-week, non-residential, on-campus program—July 9-July 28, 2012: $2,575
Program II- Four-week hybrid program, combining learning online with a residential component—July 11-July 30, 2011, online learning; July 29-August 3, 2012, in residence on AU campus: $3,075
Program III- Four-week online learning program—July 9- August3, 2012: $2,250
Campus housing is available only for one-week residential component of Program II. A limited number of home stays will be arranged for Program I. Out-of-town students are also encouraged to live with friends and family in the area and commute to campus.
http://www.american.edu/sis/communityofscholars / April 1 to be considered for financial aid / Varies. There are a limited number of need-based scholarships for Washington, D.C., students. For more information, please email .
United States Naval Academy Summer Seminar / Sessions
June 2-7
June 9-14
June 16-21 / The United States Naval Academy Summer Seminar is a fast-paced, six-day experience for high achievers who have completed their junior year in high school. The Summer Seminar teaches you about life at the Naval Academy, where academics, athletics, and professional training play equally important roles in developing our nation's leaders. If you think that you may be interested in pursuing an appointment to one of the nation's service academies and serving your country as an officer, you should seriously consider attending the Naval Academy's Summer Seminar.
http://www.usna.edu/Admissions/ / April 1st, 2012 / $350, which pays for your room and board, as well as a variety of materials. Plan on bringing extra cash for snacks and souvenirs.
Each student is responsible for arranging transportation to and from the Naval Academy.
Some scholarships available based on financial need
Cornell University Summer Program / Programs run for three or six weeks between June 23and August 4 / Cornell University Summer College offers a wide variety of programs to meet your interests and scheduling needs. Depending upon whether you are a sophomore, junior, or senior in high school, you can attend Cornell for one-, three-, four-, or six-weeks, earn an average of three to six credits, and concentrate on college courses in fourteen different areas and many subjects.
For more information please visit: http://www.sce.cornell.edu/sc/ / Admissions decisions for all programs (except CALS, RABS and Veterinary Medicine) are made on a rolling basis, which means that we will review and act on complete applications as they are received. Visit website for deadlines. It is to your advantage to apply early, before the program in which you are interested fills to capacity. Deadline for students applying for financial aid is April 6. for most programs (March 16th for RABS applicants) / Three-week $6020,
Six-weeks $9,995
Limited number of partial scholarships awarded based on a family's demonstrated financial need, a student's outstanding academic achievement, and availability of funds.
The Penn Summer Program for High School Students / July 1-27 / The Penn Summer High School Programs are designed for academically qualified high school students currently in 9th, 10th or 11th grade. For application and more information including programs, deadlines and fees please visit:
http://www.sas.upenn.edu/summer/programs/highschool / June 1, 2012 / Varies
University of Southern California for High School Students / The Summer Seminars
July8- August 4 2012 for the 4 week program
July 8 – 22 2012 for the two week program / USC Summer Programs extends this tradition of excellence to outstanding high school and middle school students through 4 – 2 – 1 week course options.4-Week and 2-Week courses offer high school students a preview of “freshman year” through a variety of college subjects.
Log on to www.usc.edu/summer for more information. / Rolling basis / Varies from $3,560 to $6, 995. Financial aid available for those that qualify
Pre-College Summer Programs at Carnegie Mellon / June 30 -August 10, 2012 / Advanced Placement Early Admission – Take regular classes for full credit. Architecture – Classroom and studio components. Explore architecture to determine your level of interest. Art – Preparation for applying to and working with a college art program. Design – For students interested in graphic or industrial design
Drama – Opportunity to participate in a professional training program with acting, musical theatre and design/technical production options. Music – Unique taste of the life of a student musician. Private study, state of the art music technology and performance opportunities. National High School Game Academy – An intensive study of video game design and development.
Students must be in high school, have completed their sophomore year and 16 to 18 years old (born between August 10, 1993and June 30, 1996. No exceptions will be made.
More information at www.cmu.edu/enrollment/pre-college / Admission is on a rolling basis pending available space in the program. / Cost varies according to program.
Some financial and merit-based scholarships will be available to selected students who have been accepted into the Art & Design program. They must complete the scholarship application and submit a digital portfolio by May 25, 2012.
Northwestern University College Preparation Program / Courses vary from 3 to 9 weeks. The program begins on Saturday July 7, 2012 Program length is determined by the length of the courses chosen / Designed for students who want new academic challenges and the experience of real college life before finishing high school. You earn Northwestern academic credit for the course you take. Over 100 courses available each summer.
http://www.scs.northwestern.edu/collegeprep / February 24th, 2012 Early deadline and for scholarships
April 6th, 2012 Regular deadline
(Late, on a space- available basis only) / Cost depends on program, but is divided as follows:
Tuition: 1 Course $3,466
Program Fee: $800.00
Room and Board, per week: $400.
A limited number of tuition scholarships will be awarded to domestic students who demonstrate financial need and strong academic and extracurricular achievement. Interested students should download the Application for Tuition Scholarship, complete it and send under separate cover from the application for admission.
Harvard Summer School Program / Program starts June 23 / Motivated high school students from the United States and abroad who have completed their 10th, 11th, or 12th year attend the Harvard summer session and experience college life. Testing out the responsibilities of college will give you the confidence to succeed as you finish your secondary school career and enter the next phase of your life—college. For more information visit website
http://www.summer.harvard.edu/programs/ssp/ / May 21 / Varies. Financial aid available for those that qualify
Pre-College Summer At Brown / Dates vary per program. / Eight different programs varying from a one week to seven-week course from their existing undergraduate curriculum. For the seven-week course you must be entering 12th grade (exceptions made for outstanding rising juniors). More information at www.brown.edu/summer / Varies / Cost varies per program.
Summer Leaders Seminar, also known as Invitational Academic Workshop at West Point / Session I: June 2 –8
Session II: June 9-15 / This program is for academically gifted high school juniors going into their senior year. A concentrated week of academic, athletic and social experiences. There will be military training, classes, sports, tours and a boat ride on the Hudson River. An opportunity to take the Physical Aptitude Exam. http://admissions.usma.edu/summer_program.html / April 1, 2011 / The average cost of the SLS is around $350.00 which covers room, board, some clothing items, and all classroom/training materials. It does not cover transportation to / from West Point.
Rising Star at Savannah College Of Art and Design / June 23-July 28, 2012 / Rising Star is a highly selective program for students who have completed their junior year of high school and who are interested in pursuing an education and career in the visual and performing arts, design, building arts, or the history of art and architecture. The Admission Review Committee gives preference for Rising Star acceptance to students with a 3.0 unweighted GPA
http://www.scad.edu/admission/pre-college/ / April 15th / Varies.
Limited scholarship opportunities available.
George Washington University Summer Scholars Program /
6-Week Session: July 3August 15
3-Week Session: July 15 August 3