Dear Parents and Students,

There are great Summer Programs going on at college campuses around Michigan and the country! While some students may have to take summer school at Uprep and others plan to get a job, there are many short summer college programs your student could attend. Here are some tips to getting in:

• Look closely at the Application Deadlines. Many programs are filling up fast, so the sooner you apply, the better!
• Most applications require an Official Transcript. Request Official Transcripts for your applications NOW! (Fill out a Transcript Request Form and return to Uprep’s College Counseling Office). Give us at least a few days to print out your transcript.
• 9th grade students do not have transcripts. Use the 1st trimester narrative (including the Math and Science grades) as the transcript.
• Don’t assume that you will get into your first choice of Summer Program: many are highly competitive. Make sure you apply for more than one program!
• Some programs are Free, while others (particularly out-of-state programs) have a cost. If Scholarships are available, it doesn’t hurt to try! Look on each programs website to see if there is a separate Scholarship application. The sooner you apply, the better chance of getting money.
• Some programs have an Application Fee (money you have to send together with your application). Some programs may waive the application fee if you can’t pay: call the contact number to see.
• Print out applications from the program’s websites. If you can’t do that, send your student to Uprep’s College Counseling Office to pick up an application (2nd floor Green Building).
• Be sure to fill out the applications completely before the deadline! Some require a recommendation letter. Ask anyone at school who thinks highly of your student: Advisors, Principals, Counselors, Teachers. Give them at least a few days to write the letter of recommendation.

2009 Summer Program Opportunities: Michigan

Albion College
(1) Program Name: Operation Bentley
Application Deadline: As early as possible (rolling admissions). No deadline: until the program is full.
Location: Albion, MI. Residential. Live in the dormitories on Albion’s campus.
Program dates: July 13-17, 2009 (1 week)
General eligibility: 10th, 11th graders. Good grades, extra-curriculars, significant personal experiences
Interest area: Leadership, government
Cost: Free (completely covered by an automatic scholarship).
More info/applications: http://www.albion.edu/bentley/. 517-629-0747

Students get a “hands-on” experience in government and public affairs. Local and state government simulations provide an opportunity to discuss today’s issues and work together to design new laws and policies. The program is during the school year, so the student would need to work with Uprep Advisors and teachers to attend.
Alma College
(2) Program Name: High School Leadership Institute
Application Deadline: May 15, 2009. (Apps available on Mar 6th)
Location: Alma, MI. Residential. Live in the dormitories on Alma College’s campus.
Program dates: May 16-22, 2009 (1 week)
Eligibility: 11th graders. Leadership qualities.
Interest area: Leadership, government
Cost: $50 app fee. (The rest is covered by automatic scholarship).
More info/applications: http://www.alma.edu/academics/leadership/Institute/07hs_institute 989-463-7981

The Alma College High School Leadership Institute is a one-week program open to develop leadership capabilities and an understanding of the complexity of local, state, and global economic and technological changes. It provides an intensive immersion into the practice of leadership through workshops, case-analysis and experiential activities.
Calvin College:
(3) Program Name: Entrada Program
Application Deadline: March 13, 2009
Location: Grand Rapids, MI. Residential. Live in the dormitories on Calvin College’s campus.
Program dates: June 21 - July 15, 2009 (3 weeks)
General eligibility: 11th grade students. 3.0 GPA, leadership, strong academics.
Interest area: College prep. General academics.
Cost: $500.00. (The rest is covered by automatic scholarships).
More info/applications: http://www.calvin.edu/admin/precoll/. 1-800-688-0122

Entrada scholars participate in a 3 or 4 credit regular summer-term class with current Calvin students. They are assigned an academic coach, a trained teacher who attends classes with them in the morning and leads a study period following the class. Academic coaches teach scholars how to be successful in their specific course and in college.
College for Creative Studies
(4) Program Name: Pre-College Summer Experience
Application Deadline: May 2nd for scholarship consideration. Otherwise, May 30th.
Location: Detroit, MI. Day program at CCS.
Program dates: July 5-Aug 12, 2009 (2 weeks)
General eligibility: 9th, 10th, 11th grade students.
Interest area: Arts, including photography, drawing, graphic design
Cost: $2,325. Some scholarships are available.
More info/applications: http://www.collegeforcreativestudies.edu/ce/precollege. 313.664.7691

The pre-college summer commuter experience is designed to help students master the techniques, principles, and materials that are the foundations of visual language. Students improve drawing skills and leave a big step closer to applying for college. They learn from experienced faculty and accomplished artists and could receive college credit.
Cranbrook Academy of Art
(5) Program Name: Cranbrook Summer Art Institute (CSAI)
Application Deadline: April 17th, 2009 for scholarship consideration
Location: Bloomfield Hills, MI. Live on the Cranbrook campus or attend the day camp.
Program dates: June 22 - July 10 or July 13 - 31 or Aug 3 - 21. (3 weeks)
General eligibility: Age 13-18 with talent in the arts. Application includes work samples.
Interest area: Art, drawing, photography, design
Cost: $4,500 (Residential). Some scholarships are available.
More info/applications: http://www.cranbrookart.edu/Pages/SummerInstitute.html. 248-207-8562

CSAI simulates the college experience during each three-week course, which meets from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. The broad selection of courses taught by Academy artists offers the perfect opportunity to explore the creative arts for serious college-bound students as well as those with a curiosity about the arts.

Hillsdale College
(6) Program Name: Summer Science Camps
Application Deadline: As soon as possible (rolling admissions), final deadline April 1
Location: Hillsdale, MI. Residential: live in the dormitories at Hillsdale College.
Program dates: June 21-26, 2009
General eligibility: 9th, 10th, 11th graders. Good grades in science classes.
Interest area: Science
Cost: $100 app. fee. (The rest covered by automatic scholarship).
More info/applications: http://www.hillsdale.edu/seminars/oncampus/sciencecamps.asp. (517) 607-2390

The 18th annual summer science camp program is for students interested in learning more about modern science. These camps are designed to instill a deeper appreciation of what science is all about, the idea that science can be challenging as well as fun, and that science is both exciting and practical.

Kalamazoo College
(7) Program Name: Howard Hughes Medical Institute Summer Program
Application Deadline: As soon as possible (rolling admissions). Final deadline: March 31, 2009
Location: Kalamazoo, MI. Residential: live in the dormitories on Kalamazoo College’s campus.
Program dates: June 21-26 (11th and 12th graders). June 28 - July 3 (10th and 11th) – (1 week)
General eligibility: 10th, 11th, 12th graders.
Interest area: Medicine. Science.
Cost: Free (student is given a $250 stipend after completing the program).
More info/applications: https://reason.kzoo.edu/hhmi/artandscience/. 269-337-7007
This week-long workshop is for students interested in pursuing a career in medicine. Students learn about the requirements for entering the medical field and what life is like as a practicing doctor. Participants meet and converse with various health professionals on and off campus and conduct several hands-on laboratory experiments. This is an all expense paid workshop and students receive a $250 stipend upon completing the program.

Kettering Unversity:
(8) Program Name: AIM at Kettering. (Academically Interested Minorities)
Application Deadline: April 20th, 2009
Location: Flint, MI. Residential: Live in the dormitories on Kettering University’s campus.
Program dates: July 5-August 7, 2008 (5 weeks)
General eligibility: 11th graders. 3.0 GPA in English, math, science.
Interest area: College prep; math and science.
Cost: Free (completely covered by automatic scholarship).
For info/application: http://www.kettering.edu/futurestudents/precollege/. (810) 762-9845

Students attend freshman level courses Mon through Thu in calculus, chemistry, computer programming, economics, physics, and business management. On Fridays, students speak with professional engineers and managers. During the evenings and on weekends, chaperoned activities take place i.e. bowling, skating, movies and a trip to Cedar Point. At the end of the program, scholarships are awarded to the students who rank in the top 15 of the AIM program.
(9) Program Name: Lives Improve through Engineering (LITE):
Application Deadline: April 13, 2009
Location: Flint, MI. Residential: Live in the dormitories on Kettering University’s campus.
Program dates: July 19 - July 31, 2009 (2 weeks)
General eligibility: 11th grade female students.
Interest area: Engineering, science, technology.
Cost: $500. Scholarships are available.
For info/application: http://www.kettering.edu/futurestudents/precollege/ (810) 762-9679
Students learn about what engineers do and how they significantly improve people’s lives by applying math, science and technology to human problems. They’ll see how engineers help prevent injuries by designing products like air bags and baby car seats and testing them with crash test dummies. They’ll learn how they repair joints, limbs and organs and about environmental challenges in engineering.

Lawrence Tech University
(10) Program Name: Forensic Summer Science Institute:
Application Deadline: May 29, 2009. Camp is filling up, so apply as soon as possible.
Location: Southfield, MI. Day camp at Lawrence Tech University’s campus.
Program dates: June 23-July 1, 2008
General eligibility: 10th and 11th graders. Good grades and interest in math, science.
Interest area: Forensic science, biology, chemistry
Cost: Cost: $390. Scholarships are available.
For info/application: http://www.ltu.edu/community_k12/forensic_science_students.asp. 248.204.3600

The program offers students the opportunity to use state-of-the-art equipment in modern labs and explore: DNA fingerprinting; Drug testing; Hair and fiber analysis; Ballistics and testing for gunshot residue; Blood detection using fluorescence analysis. The program includes two days of forensic biology, two days of forensic physics, and three days of forensic chemistry and is held on weekdays.

Summer Camps 2009: Lawrence Tech University also offers other summer camps in areas including: Biotechnology, Entrepreneurship, Gaming, Interior Design. Go to: http://www.ltu.edu/community_k12/summer_camps.asp for details. Questions? E-mail Ms. Kujawa at kujawa@ltu.edu. Cost: Between $200 and $700 for each week-long camp.

Marygrove College
(11) Program Name: Kids College: Student Success Courses
Application Deadline: Various.
Location: Detroit, MI. Day camp at Marygrove College’s campus.
Program dates: Various.
General eligibility: For all 9th, 10th, 11th grade students.
Interest area: College prep. ACT prep.
Cost: Various.
For info/application: http://www.marygrove.edu/future_students/academics/extended_learning/kidsCollege.html 313 927-1230.

Marygrove College offers various school and college success classes over the summer as part of their KidsCollege program. The classes include ACT prep, study and test-taking skills, and after-school and Saturday tutoring. Times vary and costs vary.

Michigan State University
(12) Program Name: AIMS (Academically Interested Minorities) at Michigan State University
Application Deadline: March 27, 2009
Location: Lansing, MI. Residential: Live in the dormitories at Michigan State University
Program dates: July 12-17, 2009 (1 week)
General eligibility: 9th, 10th, 11th graders.
Interest area: Science, environment, business
Cost: Free (completely covered by an automatic scholarship).
For info/application: http://www.canr.msu.edu/undergraduatediversity/Aimsinfo.html. 517-353-1835.

This one-week summer program where students stay on the Michigan State University campus is designed to give students interested in all areas of science exposure to new and different areas of environmental studies, business and related fields. Participants of demonstrations, tours, and other hands-on activities. The students have fun social activities in the afternoons and evenings and live in the University residence halls and have their meals in the dining halls with students from other programs.

(13) Program Name: MAP (Multicultural Apprenticeship Program) at Michigan State University
Application Deadline: April 27, 2009
Location: Lansing, MI. Residential: Live in the dormitories at Michigan State University
Program dates: June 28 - August 7, 2009 (6 weeks)
General eligibility: 10th, 11th graders. Strong grades and interest in math and science.
Interest area: Science, math, biology, research
Cost: Free (completely covered by an automatic scholarship).
More info/application: http://www.canr.msu.edu/undergraduatediversity/infomap.html. 517-353-1835.

The MAP program is for serious students with a strong interest and aptitude in science, math, and other academic areas. Students are selected based on their interest in science, as indicated by their application essay, and their academic performance. Each participant is matched with a professor to work on a research project, for approximately 35-40 hours per week. Students participate in field trips, leadership seminars, and get hands-on experience in lab and field research, work with "high tech" equipment, and interact with other students, faculty members, and professionals.

(14) Program Name: Broad Summer Scholars Program (at Michigan State University)
Application Deadline: May 16, 2009
Location: Lansing, MI. Residential: Live in the dormitories at Michigan State University
Program dates: July 6th - 31st (3 weeks)
General eligibility: 10th, 11th graders. Interest in preparing for college.
Interest area: College readiness
Cost: Free (completely covered by an automatic scholarship).
More info/Applications: http://www.educ.msu.edu/broadpartnership/highschoolscholars.htm. (517) 432-0451.

This program is for all students interested in college preparing. The students do ACT prep work, learn study skills, practice college-level reading and writing, and learn math and science skills. This academic college preparation program is open to U Prep students interested in increasing college readiness, or with an interest in education careers.

(15) Program Name: High School Honors Science Math, Engineering Program (at Michigan State Univ)
Application Deadline: April 1, 2009
Location: Lansing, MI. Residential: Live in the dormitories at Michigan State University
Program dates: June 21 – August 8. (6 weeks)
General eligibility: 10th, 11th graders. Very high grades, strong interest in math, science and research.
Interest area: Science, math, engineering, independent scientific research
Cost: $3,100. Scholarships are available.
More info/applications: http://www.msu.edu/~hshsp/ 517.432.4854

This 6-week highly competitive program is for students with a keen interest in science, math or engineering and the ability to work independently and responsibly. The students live on the MSU campus and work on a research project under the mentorship of a college professor. They learn the many dimensions of scientific research— including the detailed and focused investigation of a challenging problem. These apprenticeships require great commitment.

Michigan Tech University (MTU)
(16) Program Name: Women in Engineering (WIE) Program
Application Deadline: April 10th, 2009
Location: Houghton, MI. Residential: Live in the dormitories at Michigan Tech University.
Program dates: June 28-July 3 (1 week)
General eligibility: 9th, 10th and 11th grade -- girls only. Strong interest in math, science.
Interest area: Math, science, engineering.
Cost: $125 (The rest covered by automatic scholarship)
More info/applications: http://youthprograms.mtu.edu/wie/index.html. 1-888-773-2655.

This program is for girls with strong math and science skills, and an interest in engineering or science in general. They live in the dorms and eat in the residence halls at the Michigan Tech campus in Houghton, MI and take classes, do labs and interact with professional women in engineering, math, or computer science careers. The students also have evening and group programs with students. The program is in a beautiful part of the Upper Peninsula – transportation may be available.

(17) Program Name: Explorations in Engineering (EIE) Program (at Michigan Tech University)
Application Deadline: April 20th, 2009.
Location: Houghton, MI. Residential: Live in the dormitories at Michigan Tech University
Program dates: July 5-July 11 (1 week)
General eligibility: 9th, 10th, 11th graders. Strong interest in math, science.
Interest area: Math, science, engineering
Cost: $125. (The rest covered by automatic scholarship)
More info/applications: http://youthprograms.mtu.edu/eie/index.html. 1-888-773-2655.

This program is for all students with interest in math and engineering to investigate career options. Students live in the dorms at the Michigan Tech campus. The program includes discussions with professional engineers in government and business and labwork and a team engineering project. The students have evening and group programs. The program is in a beautiful part of the Upper Peninsula – transportation may be available.

(18) Program Name: Summer Youth Programs (at Michigan Tech University)
Application Deadline: Applications accepted until programs are full.
Location: Houghton, MI. Residential: Live in the dormitories at Michigan Tech University
Program dates: Week-long programs throughout the summer.
General eligibility: 9th, 10th, 11th graders. Strong interest in math, science.
Interest area: Math, science, business, journalism, etc.
Cost: $650 for 1 week.
More info/applications: http://youthprograms.mtu.edu/syp/index.html. 1-888-773-2655

MTU offers over 70 different week-long summer “explorations”: an intensive week-long look at a particular field or area of interest including: computer science, engineering, forensic science, business, photography, journalism. Students spend approximately thirty hours investigating their interest through classroom activities, lab exercises, and field trips.

Oakland University
(19) Program Name: Summer Mathematics Institute
Application Deadline: May 15, 2009
Location: Rochester Hills, MI. Day camp.
Program dates: June 29-August 7, 2009 (6 weeks)
General eligibility: 9th, 10th, 11th graders. Strong interest and high grades in math.
Interest area: Math
Cost: Free (completely covered by an automatic scholarship).
More info/applications: http://www.math.oakland.edu/ousmi09/ousmi09.html. (248) 370-4024

This day-camp is for students with strong interest and talent in math. They take 2 math classes (introduction to graph theory and design and analysis of algorithms) as a group. They participate in problem solving sessions, organized tutoring and math lab work. The program gives students a big boost in math skills that will help them in college.

University of Detroit Mercy
(20) Program Name: STEPS (Science Technology and Engineering Preview Summer Camp for Girls)
Application Deadline: May 22, 2009
Location: Detroit, MI, Day camp
Program dates: June 21-26, 2009 (1 week)
General eligibility: 9th, 10th, 11th grade - girls only .
Interest area: Science, technology, engineering.
Cost: $250. Limited scholarships are available.
More information: http://eng-sci.udmercy.edu/pre-college/steps/index.htm. (313) 993-1435
STEPS is a program for girls, giving them an introduction to the world of engineering and robotics. Campers participate in activities that give them hands-on experiences similar to those of a college engineering student. Outstanding instructors, with extensive backgrounds in engineering, technology and science, teach the activities. Program participants build and program a robot, and gain an understanding of manufacturing techniques, robotic control systems, circuits, and sensors.
University of Michigan- Ann Arbor
(21) Program Name: GENESIS Summer Research Program (at University of Michigan)
Application Deadline: April 3, 2009
Location: Ann Arbor, MI. Residential: Live in the dormitories on U of M’s campus.
Program dates: June 14-26, 2009 (2 weeks)
General eligibility: 9th, 10th, 11th graders. Earned a B or better in all math and science classes.
Interest area: Nursing profession.
Cost: Free. (completely covered by an automatic scholarship).
More info/applications: http://www.nursing.umich.edu/oma/GENESIS/index.html. 734 936-1615.

The GENESIS Program (Gaining Excellence in Nursing Education: Students Intensifying Scholarship) is a two-week long program on the University of Michigan campus for 9th, 10th and 11th grade students with interest in a career in nursing. The students live on campus at U of M in Ann Arbor and attend classes in the nursing school and shadow the nurses in the hospital and learn the academics and skills to become a nurse.

(22) Program Name: Summer Science Academy (at University of Michigan)
Application Deadline: March 13, 2009
Location: Ann Arbor, MI. Residential: Live in the dormitories on U of M’s campus.
Program dates: June 14-27, 2009 (2 weeks)
General eligibility: 10th, 11th graders
Interest area: Medical field, science.
Cost: $1,500. Limited scholarships are available.
More info/applications: http://www.med.umich.edu/medschool/ssa/. (734) 764-8185.

This two-week summer enrichment program is for students from throughout Michigan who are interested in the field of medicine. Students attend classes taught by experts in the field and mentors and medical school professors provide classroom tutoring, one-on-one and small group mentoring, and discussions about college and medical school life. Students participate in fun-filled evening events highlighting cultural diversity, self-development, and the arts.

Wayne State University
(23) Program Name: Biz Tech Summer Camp
Application Deadline: March 13, 2009
Location: Detroit, MI. Day camp on Wayne State campus.
Program dates: June 15-Aug 14, 2009 (9 weeks)
General eligibility: 11th graders. Good grades. Interest in business and tech. Responsible.
Interest area: Business and technology.
Cost: Free. Includes a paid internship for students.
More info/application: http://k-12.wayne.edu/ Search for: Biz Tech Summer Camp. 313-577-4510

This 9-week day summer program and paid internship is for 11th grade students interested in business and technology. The students are trained in business skills and learn how to apply technology is a business setting. During the 9 weeks, the students participate in a paid internship with different companies around Detroit where they apply what they have learned. The top ten students from the program receive a new computer system at the end.

(24) Program Name: High School Engineering Training Institute (at Wayne State Univ)
Application Deadline: March 15, 2009
Location: Detroit, MI, Day camp on Wayne State campus.
Program dates: June 22-July 17, 2009 (4 weeks)
General eligibility: 9th graders. Good grades, particularly in math and science.
Interest area: Engineering, math
Cost: $250.
More info/application: http://k-12.wayne.edu/ Search: High School Engineering Training Institute. 313-577-3780

This four-week pre-engineering summer day program for 9th grade students is designed to promote the field of engineering. Students participate in a variety of coursework, hands-on experiences, and interactive workshops with engineering professors and professionals.

(25) Program Name: Project Seed (at Wayne State Univ)
Application Deadline: Applications are available mid-April via e-mail.
Location: Detroit, MI. Day program on Wayne State campus.
Program dates: June 22-August 14, 2009 (3 weeks)
General eligibility: 10th, 11th graders. Good grades, particularly in science.
Interest area: Chemistry. Scientific research. Independent research.
Cost: Free.
More info/applications: http://k-12.wayne.edu/ Search for: Project Seed. 313-577-0278.

This program is for students with strong interest in chemistry research. Students engage in research projects under the direction of WSU faculty, with a final research paper drafted at the end of the program. Students also participate in workshops on directed at applying for college, and searching for scholarships and go on field trips to chemistry-related organizations in the area. Applications will be available in mid-April. Research assignments are made in early June.

(26) Program Name: Web Technology Camp (at Wayne State Univ)
Application Deadline: May 4, 2009
Location: Detroit, MI. Day program on Wayne State campus.
Program dates: July 6 – July 23 (2 weeks)
General eligibility: 9th graders. Interest in computers and web design.
Interest area: Computers, web design.
Cost: $425
More info/applications: http://k-12.wayne.edu/. Search for: Web Technology Camp. 313-577-2477.

This two-week long day program is for students with interest in computers and web design. Campers will learn and experience the following: Internet Web Page Design, How to Develop a Personal Website, Transfer web files to a web server, Create and establish their own website, Modify and edit web pages for the Website. Fun at the Fitness Center, and Visits to Cultural Center Sites. The camp meets Monday through Thursday from 9:30 am to 3:00 pm.

(27) Program Name: Detroit NASA SEMAA Program (at Wayne State Univ):
Application Deadline: Registration is open until classes are filled
Location: Detroit, MI. Day Camp.
Program dates: July 6-10; July 13-17; July 27-31, 2009
General eligibility: K-11th graders.
Interest area: Math, science, technology.
Cost: Free. (completely covered by an automatic scholarship).
More info/applications: http://www.detroitsemaa.com. 313-577-3209.
SEMAA is a program that exposes historically underrepresented youth to activities in the fields of science, engineering and mathematics and to increase the number of these students enrolling in technology-related majors in college. SEMAA is an enrichment program with emphasis on math, science and technology.

2009 Summer Program Opportunities: Other States
Baylor University
(28) Program Name: Leadership Baylor Summer Experience
Application Deadline: May 25, 2009
Location: Chattanooga, TN. Residential: Live in the dormitories on Baylor’s campus.
Program dates: June 21-26, 2009 (1 week)
General eligibility: 9th, 10th, 11th graders.
Interest area: Leadership. College prep.
Cost: $975. Scholarships are available.
More info/application: http://www.baylorschool.org/summer/lb_overview.aspx. 423-267-8506

This five-day experiential camp is for students interested in leadership. Participants enjoy a variety of leadership development activities and an outreach service component benefiting a select group of local non-profit agencies.
Barnard College
(29) Program Name: Young Women’s Leadership Institute.
Application Deadline: AS early as possible, until May 1.
Location: New York, NY. Residential program: Live in the dormitories on Barnard’s campus.
Program dates: July 12-18, 2009. (1 week)
General eligibility: 10th or 11th graders – girls only. Very strong grades, other academic or creative talents.
Interest area: Leadership, social change, activism
Cost: $1700. Scholarships are available.
For info/applications: http://www.barnard.edu/pcp/YWLindex.html (212) 854-8866

Students have the opportunity to learn from college faculty and staff, current students, alumnae, and other professional facilitators. Reading and writing assignments, along with off-campus site visits in New York City, will all be part of your experience. The academic foundation of the institute will focus on gender issues, social change, and leadership.
Boston University
(30) Program Name: PROMYS (Program in Mathematics for Young Scientists)
Application Deadline: As early as possible, until: May 30th
Location: Boston, MA.
Program dates: June 28-Aug 8 (6 weeks)
General eligibility: Very high math skills.
Interest area: Mathematics
Cost: $2,600. Scholarships are available.
More info/applications: http://math.bu.edu/people/promys/. (617) 353-2563

PROMYS is a challenging program designed to encourage ambitious high school students to explore the creative world of mathematics. Students from around the country gather engage in six weeks of rigorous mathematical activity.
Carleton College
(31) Program Name: Summer Writing Program
Application Deadline: April 3rd for scholarship consideration.
Location: Northfield, MN. Residential: Live in the dormitories on Carleton College’s campus.
Program dates: July 12- Jul 31 (2 weeks)
General eligibility: High writing skills. Interest in books, classic literature.
Interest area: Writing, books.
Cost: $2,395. Scholarships are available.
More info/applications: http://apps.carleton.edu/campus/SAP/writing/ 507-222-4038

Emphasizing a writing process approach, the Summer Writing Program teaches students how to compose academic papers similar to those they will write in college. This program is designed for college-bound students with strong reading and writing abilities. Each day begins with a lively discussion of literature in a class led by a Carleton professor. Students read both contemporary and traditional literature. The writing workshop meets daily to provide students with opportunities to focus on their own writing process.

Carnegie Mellon University
(32) Program Name: Summer Academy for Mathematics and Science (SAMS)
Application Deadline: March 1st, 2009
Location: Pittsburg, PA. Residential: Live in the dormitories on Carnegie Mellon’s campus.
Program dates: June 27 - August 7, 2009. (6 weeks)
General eligibility: 10th and 11th grade students. Good grades, particularly in math and science.
Interest area: Math, science,
Cost: $150 for books (rest covered by scholarships)
More info/application: http://www.cmu.edu/enrollment/summerprogramsfordiversity/ 412.268.2082

The Summer Academy for Mathematics and Science is a program designed for juniors or seniors in high school who are considering careers in engineering, science and other math-based disciplines. Students take courses in math, engineering, physics and test prep. They'll build academic and personal skills required for admission to competitive colleges and universities and take part in fun and exciting summer activities.
Howard University
(33) Program Name: National Bar Association Crump Law Camp
Application Deadline: April 15th, 2009.
Location: Washington DC. Residential: Live in the dormitories on Howard University’s campus.
Program dates: July 12-25 (2 weeks)
General eligibility: 9th, 10th, 11th graders. Good grades.
Interest area: Law. Activism. Judicial system.
Cost: Depends on the family income.
More info/application: http://www.nationalbar.org/lawcamp/index.shtml. 301.249.8355

The students are introduced to introduced to law school and learn skills required to be an effective lawyer. The campers are paired with college and law students, professors, and practicing attorneys to serve as mentors. The camp provides students with an exciting academic and social agenda, which includes field trips in the Washington, DC area. The competitive highlight of the camp is the Evett L. Simmons Mock Trial Competition.

Indiana University.
(34) Program Name: Science Olympiad Summer Fun Camp
Application Deadline: June 1, 2009
Location: Bloomington, Indiana. Residential: Live in the dormitories on Indiana University’s campus.
Program dates: July 19-25 (1 week)
General eligibility: 9th, 10th and 11th graders. Interest and skills in science
Interest area: Science.
Cost: $725 Scholarships are available.
More info/applications: http://www.indiana.edu/~college/science/olympiad/camp.

This camp was designed for students who love science and who love competition. Throughout camp, students will compete in academic Science Olympiad-type events and fun activities for rewards. Student teams will be determined the first day of camp.
(35) Program Name: High School Journalism Institute (at Indiana University)
Application Deadline: June 5th, 2009
Location: Bloomington, Indiana. Residential: Live in the dormitories on Indiana University’s campus.
Program dates: July 6-10 or July 12-16 or July 18-22 (1 week)
General eligibility: 9th, 10th and 11th graders. Interest in journalism.
Interest area: Journalism. Planning to start a student newspaper, yearbook.
Cost: $ 380.
More info/applications: http://journalism.indiana.edu/programs/hsji/student-info/ (812) 855-9822

This program is for high school students wishing to explore journalism as an academic or career interest. Participants will examine the role of the media, analyze their own and other student publications, and develop the skills needed to produce quality publications. Faculty members from Indiana and around the country will guide study.

(36) Program Name: Achievers Summer Academy (at Indiana University)
Application Deadline: May 4th, 2009
Location: Bloomington, Indiana. Residential: Live in the dormitories on Indiana University’s campus.
Program dates: June 14-19 (1 week)
General eligibility: 9th, 10th and 11th graders. GPA of 2.5 or higher.
Interest area: College prep.
Cost: $200. Scholarships are available.
More info/applications: http://www.indiana.edu/~cpartner/ (812) 856-5935

The Achievers Summer Academy college preparation experience while living in a residence hall for one week during the summer. Participants will focus on SAT/ACT preparation and test taking strategies. Additionally, they will have workshops about financial aid, completing college applications, time management and goal setting. They will interact with college mentors, work with IU staff and faculty, and participate in social activities.

(37) Program Name: Young Women’s Institute (at Indiana University)
Application Deadline: Mar 30th, 2009
Location: Bloomington, Indiana. Residential: Live in the dormitories on Indiana University’s campus.
Program dates: July 12-17 or July 19-24. (1 week)
General eligibility: 11th graders – only girls. GPA of 3.5 or higher, with interest in business.
Interest area: Business. Leadership.
Cost: Free (completely covered by automatic scholarships).
More info/applications: http://www.kelley.iu.edu/ugrad/precollege/ywi.cfm. (812) 855-4474

This is a selective program open to young women with an interest in business. Students participate in coursework around business, marketing, economics and entrepreneurship. Faculty and mentors work with the students on group projects and students engage in fun evening activities.

Morehouse College
(38) Program Name: Project Identity
Application Deadline: April 10, 2009
Location: Atlanta, GA. Residential: Live in the dormitories on Morehouse College’s campus.
Program dates: June 7-28, 2009 (2 weeks)
General eligibility: 10th and 11th graders – only males. 3.0 GPA or higher.
Interest area: College prep.
Cost: $1,400.
More info/application: http://www.morehouse.edu:16080/projectidentity/ 404-653-7767.

The institute replicates the college experience with an intense curriculum and enrichment activities to assist in developing academic, social and leadership skills. The curriculum consists of algebra II and pre-calculus, argumentation and debate, creative writing, leadership development and SAT preparation.

North Carolina State University.
(39) Program Name: Shelton Leadership Challenge Institute
Application Deadline: June 5th, 2009.
Location: Charlotte, NC or Raleigh, NC. Residential: Live in the dormitories.
Program dates: June 21-26 or July 12-17 or July 26-31 (1 week)
General eligibility: 9th, 10th, 11th graders. GPA of 3.0 or higher.
Interest area: Leadership. Public speaking.
Cost: $550. Scholarships are available.
More info/applications: www.ncsu.edu/sheltonleadership. 919.513.0148

The Shelton Challenge is a six day residential experience to help students expand their knowledge and skills of what it takes to be a leader. Students will participate in activities that will help them have a greater understanding for: Personal Leadership Assessment and Interpersonal Dynamics; Role of Values and Ethics in Leadership; Leadership Traits and Approaches; Teambuilding and Empowering Others; Civic and Social Responsibility; and Goal Setting.

Northwestern University
(40) Program Name: National High School Institute
Application Deadline: Mar 6th, 2009 or later, depending on the program.
Location: Chicago, IL. Residential: Live in the dormitories on Northwestern University’s campus.
Program dates: Varied program dates.
General eligibility: 9th, 10th and 11th graders.
Interest area: Various areas: debate, journalism, music, theater, film production.
Cost: Between $2000 and $6000. Scholarships are available.
More info/applications: http://www.northwestern.edu/nhsi/index.html. 847.491.3026

This program is the nation’s oldest and largest university-based summer program for outstanding high school students. Students apply for one of the Institute’s 6 Divisions: Debate, Speech, Journalism, Music, Film & Video Production, and Theatre Arts. Each program has its own application, application deadline, and cost. All students stay on the Northwestern University campus in the dormitories and participate in class work and project work run by professors and college students and planned evening activities.

Smith College
(41) Program Name: Summer Science and Engineering Program (SSEP)
Application Deadline: As early as possible until May 1st
Location: Northhampton, MA. Residential: Live in the dormitories on Smith College’s campus.
Program dates: June 28-July 25 (4 weeks)
General eligibility: 9th, 10th, 11th graders, only girls.
Interest area: Science, engineering and medicine.
Cost: $4,500. Scholarships are available.
More info/applications: http://www.smith.edu/summerprograms/ssep/index.php. (413)585-3060

The Smith Summer Science and Engineering Program (SSEP) is a four-week residential program for exceptional young women in grades 9, 10, 11 with strong interests in science, engineering and medicine. The SSEP has a selective admissions process, based on academic performance in middle and/or high school, a written essay and a teacher recommendation. The program welcomes applications from students with all levels of previous science training. Students need not have taken advanced science courses but must have a strong record of academic achievement, a high level of motivation and a willingness to explore.

Summer 2009 Employment Opportunities

(42) Detroit Conservation Leadership Corps
We are looking for dedicated and motivated Detroit students to join The Detroit Conservation Leadership Corps this summer. The Detroit Conservation Leadership Corps is a 7-week Summer Youth Employment Program. Students will meet each day before traveling in teams via passenger van to work sites throughout the city. Work will include neighborhood maintenance of Greening of Detroit planting sites as well as construction of conservation projects in parks and natural areas throughout the metropolitan area. To apply, students must have completed their freshman year of high school, be 15-18 years old, and live in the city of Detroit. The tryout is completed in 3-phases beginning on March 14, 2009 and concluding with personal interviews. Work begins on June 29 and concludes on August 14, 2009.