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Links to summer programs  <Add your Program>  Show Specific:  All Music/Art/Dance All Science Business Chemistry Engineering Health/Med Math Physics Religious/Theology Foreign Lang For Girls For Boys Sports Page: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 Cranbrook Summer Art Institute MI, Bloomfield Hills Phone: 248-207-8562 Cranbrook Academy of Art The Cranbrook Summer Art Institute offers a wide variety of unique classes to teenagers, ages 13 to 18. From architecture, fashion design, animation to painting, sculpting and creative writing and more, we cater both to the college bound and to the student looking to acquire a new skill. We are housed on the historic and gorgeous Cranbrook Academy of Art campus, ranked as on of the top graduate art programs in the nation, located 15 miles north of Detroit. Our staff is comprised of Academy of Art graduate students and alumni, which includes professors, architects and award-winning artists. They will help you make great strides with your art in this intensive 3 week program that meets 6 hours each day. At the end, you can show what you have accomplished in a formal exhibition at the Cranbrook Art Museum. Have a blast, learn a lot, and help build an incredible college portfolio! [more] Deadline : Jun 15, 2006 Idaho Junior Engineering, Math and Science (JEMS) Program ID, Moscow Phone: 208-885-4934 University of Idaho The University of Idaho College of Engineering sponsors the annual Idaho Junior Engineering, Mathematics, and Science (JEMS) Summer Workshop for students who have completed their junior or senior year of high school. The focus of the workshop is to expose students to engineering problems within technical and social contexts, and to encourage them to enroll in college. JEMS includes lectures and hands-on activities in Leadership, Engineering Design, Modeling, and possibly AutoCAD. Students will participate in lab exercises, field trips, computer exercises, and recreational activities. Up to 60 participants are accepted to the workshop held the middle two weeks in July. The 2006 session is July 9-21, 2006. The application deadline for the 2005 program is May 26, 2006. The criteria for participant selection includes three years of mathematics (grades B or better), a minimum GPA of 3.0, a brief résumé, and a one-page essay describing why the student wishes to attend JEMS and what he or she wants to gain from this workshop. The tuition for Idaho JEMS is $550. Scholarship funds are available, including funds to encourage female and minority students to apply. Students requesting a scholarship should complete the financial aid portion of the Idaho JEMS Application. Participants experience the UI Campus--talking with professors and counselors, learning about college life, and participating in career planning activities that will help them become aware of high school course work needed to prepare for an engineering or computer science career. Idaho JEMS students live on-campus and are supervised by faculty and dorm counselors. Upon successful completion of the workshop, students earn two college credits. [more] Deadline : May 26, 2006 Science Institute University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire WI, Eau Claire Phone: 715-836-3365 University of Wisconsin -- Eau Claire Come explore the science topic of your choice for two weeks—physics, chemistry, computer architecture, LINUX, astronomy, economics and more! Gain new knowledge and skills while forming lasting friendships with other like-minded students. Learn from university faculty, conduct field and laboratory research and experience the campus by living in the residence halls. Some admission requirements. For more information, contact Libby Thurston, UW-Eau Claire Continuing Education at (715) 836-3636 or CE@uwec.edu. [more] Deadline : Jul 15, 2005 Lake Superior State University Robotics Summer Camps MI, Sault Sainte Marie Phone: 906-635-2207 Lake Superior State University Our week-long summer camps are geared towards gifted and talented young men and women in grades 8-12. Students will receive hands-on experiences with computer programming, industrial robots, automation, data acquisition, computer animation, electronics and Web page development. All classroom and laboratory experiences are directly supervised by LSSU engineering faculty in our ABET-recognized Robotics & Automation Laboratory, one of the best educational facilities in North America. Of course it's not just "all work" - there are opportunities for recreation, special activities and trips. We believe the combination of fun and education will be an experience that students will remember all their lives. No prior knowledge of robotics or other engineering technology topics is required. Women in Technology, a robotics camp for young women in grades 8-12 is typically held the last week of June. Check our Website for updates - a second week may be added. The young men's robotics camps are held in July with separate camps for those in grades 8-10 and 10-12. The cost is $695 U.S. for resident campers or $595 U.S. for commuters. Commuters are encouraged to return to campus during the evenings to participate in recreational activities. For an informational brochure including selection criteria and application form, visit our summercamp Web site. [more] Deadline : Jun 20, 2005 SUMMET CO, Golden Phone: (303) 273-3286 Colorado School of Mines Engineering School The Summer Minority Engineering Training (SUMMET) Program is a science and engineering program combining course work, hands-on projects, industry tours, sporting activities and social events. SUMMET is an excellent stepping stone to the lifestyle and rigors of college. High school sophomores and juniors from across the nation stay in Mines residence halls, experience life as a college student, and receive instruction in trigonometry/calculus, chemistry, geology, computer science, physics and basic to advanced engineering concepts. [more] Deadline : Apr 16, 2004 Experiences in Architecture DC, District of Columbia Phone: 202-319-6249 Catholic University of America The Experiences in Architecture program at The Catholic University of America is an intense three-week workshop for students interested in architecture or other design related fields. Students are exposed to both the academic and the professional sides of the architecture arena, as the city of Washington, D.C. becomes their classroom. Students who successfully complete the program receive a certificate from The Catholic University of America's School of Architecture and Planning, as well as documentation and portfolios of their work. Projects that are generated may be used for application to architecture school. Students who have participated in the workshop are better prepared for the rigors of architecture school and outperform their peers. Session 1: June 20-July 8, 2004 Session 2: July 11-July 29, 2004 [more] Women in Engineering Summer Camp OH, Dayton Phone: 937-229-3296 University of Dayton July 13-18, 2008 A six-day residential program sponsored by the University of Dayton that introduces high school women to career opportunities in engineering. Participants experience a total immersion into the world of engineering through classroom activities, participatory experiments, a visit to industry, and contact with practicing women engineers. If you have completed at least the ninth grade and are interested in science, math or engineering, apply now. [more] Deadline : Jun 02, 2008 Youth Geology Field Camp SD, Rapid City Phone: (605) 394-2693 South Dakota School of Mines and Technology Dates: June 8-13, 2008 Grades: 9-12 (co-ed) Through daily field trips, participants in Geology Field Camp will learn an introduction to rocks, how rocks form, gold panning, geologic history of the Black Hills, unique rocks of the Black Hills - Harney Peak Granite, Cave formations, and different fossils. Field trip locations include The Mammoth Site and The Black Hills Institute to see mammoths, T-rex, and other fossils. [more] Deadline : Jun 06, 2008 Socket to Me! Computer Science & Computer Engineering Camp for Boys SD, Rapid City Phone: 605-394-2693 South Dakota School of Mines and Technology Dates: June 8-13, 2008 Grades: 7-10 This camp provides a hands-on computer science and engineering experience in a fun camp format. Some things that you will learn include the importance of becoming computer literate, computer basics, how to disassemble and reassemble a computer, PC maintenance, Basic programming, Web programming, and basic electronics. [more] Deadline : Jun 06, 2008 STEPS Engineering Camp for Girls SD, Rapid City Phone: 605-394-2693 South Dakota School of Mines and Technology Dates: June 8-13, 2008 Grades: 6-8 This camp is a one-week introduction to the world of technology and engineering. Campers participate in hands-on activities that give them an understanding of what engineers do. Students will also explore science and engineering topics such as materials, clean manufacturing, CAD and team building. [more] Deadline : Jun 06, 2008 3 Days of Fashion CA, Los Angeles Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising [more] Deadline : Jun 10, 2008 Socket to Me! Computer Science & Computer Engineering Camp for Girls SD, Rapid City Phone: 605-394-2693 South Dakota School of Mines and Technology Dates: June 15-20, 2008 Grades: 7-10 This camp provides a hands-on computer science and engineering experience in a fun camp format. Some things that you will learn include the importance of becoming computer literate, computer basics, how to disassemble and reassemble a computer, PC maintenance, Basic programming, Web programming, and basic electronics. [more] Deadline : Jun 13, 2008 STEPS Engineering Camp for Boys SD, Rapid City Phone: 605-394-2693 South Dakota School of Mines and Technology Dates: June 15-20, 2008 Grades: 6-8 This camp is a one-week introduction to the world of technology and engineering. Campers participate in hands-on activities that give them an understanding of what engineers do. Students will also explore science and engineering topics such as materials, clean manufacturing, CAD and team building. [more] Deadline : Jun 13, 2008 Leadership Camp SD, Rapid City Phone: 605-394-2693 South Dakota School of Mines and Technology Dates: June 22-27, 2008 Grades: 7-9 (co-ed) This residential camp teaches students the fundamentals of leadership and citizenship. Working in cooperative teams, students learn leadership skills. Students will identify a problem in their community that requires a solution, gather and evaluate information on the problem, examine and evaluate alternative solutions, develop a proposed policy to address the problem, and create an action plan to get the policy adopted. [more] Deadline : Jun 20, 2008 STEPS Engineering Camp for Girls SD, Rapid City Phone: 605-394-2693 South Dakota School of Mines and Technology Dates: June 22-27, 2008 Grades: 6-8 This camp is a one-week introduction to the world of technology and engineering. Campers participate in hands-on activities that give them an understanding of what engineers do. Students will also explore science and engineering topics such as materials, clean manufacturing, CAD and team building. [more] Deadline : Jun 20, 2008 Lynn University Summer Programs (Boca Raton, FL) High school students can earn college credits this summer or take college preparation courses in English and Math. Courses offered include also Accounting, Communication, Education, Psychology, Foreign Languages, Marketing, Business Administration, Hospitality Administration, COmputer Science and Music. Deadline : May 29, 2002 Louisiana Tech University Summer Programs (Ruston, LA) Capitol College Summer Programs (Laurel, MD) NASA Prep Summer Program designed for students interested in pursuing an Engineering degree. Sponsored by NASA. University of Maryland College Park Summer Programs (College Park, MD) Young Scholars Program July 13 - August 1, 2003 The University of Maryland College Park, Md. Developed specifically for highly motivated rising high school juniors and seniors, this exclusive three-week summer program is a great way for a successful student looking ahead to college to test their academic interests, learn about campus life, study with the university's best and brightest, and get a jump on their college career. Earn three University credits and choose from 11 customized courses. Costs: Application processing fees (non-refundable) Undergraduate, U.S. citizen--$45 Undergraduate, international student--$65 Course Fee--$1,100 Optional Residential Package-- $1,249 (this is in addition to the course fee) e-mail summer@umail.umd.edu, or call 301-314-3572 or 1-877-989-SPOC. Drury University Summer Programs (Springfield, MO) Drury Leadership Academy, part of Missouri's first Center for Gifted Education Deadline : May 28, 2002 Augustana College Summer Programs (Sioux Falls, SD) Concord College Summer Programs (Athens, WV) Concord College Students of Excellence Summer Academy -- For high proforming students seeking careers in Law, Medicine or Math/Science/Technology Education Deadline : Apr 29, 2002 Page: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27  <Add your Program>

 

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