Summer Programs


Summer Programs
Deadline
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TCU Neeley School of Business- High School Investor Challenge
A one-week summer camp that provides instruction in stock selection and portfolio management.
Eligibilty: Juniors

April 10, 2008

 

www.cfs.tcu.edu

 

Colorado College - College Ahead!
Gives students an opportunity to try a pre-college course for free, receive help with the college application process, and focus on skills that make college a positive experience.
Eligibilty: Sophomores and Juniors

April 4, 2008

 

archone.tamu.edu/College/Academics/CampArch/

 

Camp ARCH - College of Architecture
Runs from July 13th to July 19th. Participants will experience the professions of Architect, Landscape Architect, Constructor and Visual Designer. The objective is for the particpants to experience working together in a studio environmentjust as professionals would in a design or construction firm.
Fee: $600.00
Eligibilty: Freshman, Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors

May 12, 2008

 

archone.tamu.edu/College/Academics/CampArch/

 

US Naval Academy Summer Seminar
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. 
Fee: Approximatly $300
Eligibilty: Juniors (2007-2008)

March 31, 2008

 

www.usna.edu

 

Oxford - Summer Course
Runs from July 1st to 25th. Offers challenging academic courses in a range of subjects taught by experienced British graduate teachers.
Fee: yes
Eligibilty: Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors

see website

 

www.oasp.ac.uk

 

Louisiana State University - Scholastic Journalism Institue
Runs from June 8th to June 13th. Give students experience with the state-of-the-art newsgathering and news production facilities at the Manship School, as well as a chance to work with experts in the field as well as with media professionals in order to learn skills that will help them to improve thier own newspapers, broadcasts, and yearbooks.
Fee: $250.00
Eligibilty: Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors

April 14, 2008

 

http://www.manship.lsu.edu/

then look under Special Programs

Louisiana State University - Career Discovery Workshop
Runs from June 8th to June 14th. Participants will meet with professional architects and designers, learn what they do and how they prepared for their careers. They also will attend lectures and seminars, go on field trips, and explore design problems in an architecture and interior design studio.
Fee: $500.00
Eligibilty: Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors

May 12, 2008

 

Counseling office

 

Global Ethics and Conflict Resolution Camp
Runs from June 15th to June 21st and from June 22nd to June 28th. Some of the activities will include: making videos, posting an Internet magazine, participating in university faculty lectures and workshops, meeting community and student leaders, and much more!!.
Eligibilty: Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors

No deadline on application

 

http://www.utpcr.org

 

Business Careers Awareness Program
Each summer, we invite high-achieving underrepresented high school juniors starting their senior year in the fall to participate in our Business Careers Awareness Program (BCAP). This program brings students to campus for a week, enabling them to discover the many opportunities available in accounting and business. It also gives you a chance to meet other high school students from throughout the state. This program is free.
Eligibilty: Juniors

April 11, 2008

 

http://maysbba.tamu.edu/unique/bcap/

 

Global Ethics and Conflict Resolution Camp for High School Students
This camp combines academics, service, research, and a taste of life at The University of Texas at Austin. Some of the activities will include: making videos, posting an Internet magazine, participating in university faculty lectures and workshops, meeting community and student leaders, and much more! Speakers will cover topics such as, Negotiation Theory, Music and Art, Civil Rights, Race, Ethnicity, Current Events, Individual Responsibility, and Community.
There are fees involved.
Eligibilty: Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors

No deadline on application

 

www.utpcr.org

 

Program Carnegie Mellon SAMS Program
The program helps build academic and personal skills required for admission to competitive colleges
and universities. If you are interested in computer science, engineering or science, this is the program for you. Students are responsible for transportation, books, supplies, and recreation expenses that are estimated to be $300.

Eligibilty: Sophomores and Juniors

March 1, 2008

 

cmu.edu/enrollment/summerprogramsfordiversity/sams

 

Bank of America Student Leaders Program
You would participate in a paid summer internship with a designated local nonprofit organizaiton. AND attend a six-day, all-expense paid Student Leadership Summit in Washington, DC. This program is to help students develop their civic, social and business leadership skills.
Eligibilty: Juniors, and Seniors

February 29, 2008

 

www.bankofamerica.com/neistudentleaders

 

The EDGE Program at San Antonio College
This program provides a bridge between high school and college for students interested in Science, Math, Engineering, or Technology. It is an eight-week summer session where the student could earn 5 hours of college credit from SAC.
Eligibilty: Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors

March 14, 2008

 

Pick up an application at
Counseling Office

 

San Antonio Prefreshman Engineering Program (PREP)
PREP is a mathematics-based, academic enrichment program. It emphasizes the development of abstract reasoning and problem solving skills. PREP helps students prepare for careers in the fields of mathematics, science, technology, and engineering.
Eligibilty: Freshman and Sophomores

January 31, 2008

 

www.prep-usa.org

 

2008 High School Summer Program in Biomedical Sciences
The program will introduce interested and qualified students to a research environment and provide firsthand experience in the varied career opportunities available in the biomedical sciences.
Eligibilty: Senior's

February 15, 2008

 

Pick up an application at
Counseling Office

 

USAF Academy Summer Seminar
You will spend a week immersed in all aspects of cadet life. You will go to classes taught by the same faculty who instruct cadets. You will live in cadet dormitories and eat at Mitchell Hall. Cost is $350 and you must arrange trasnportation to and from Colorado Springs, CO
Eligibilty: Sophomore's and Juniors

March 15, 2008

 

www.academyadmissions.com

 

High School Honors Seminar in Business Ethics
An interactive session that will challenge students to view business ethics in new ways, engage in stimulating dialogue on a major ethical dilemma, and emerge from the Ethics Seminar excited to pursue the next phase of their education.
Eligibility: seniors (top 10% of class, SAT of 1200+, or ACT of 25+, and counselor recommendation)

November 1, 2007

 

Pick up an application at
Counseling Office

 

High School Aerospace Scholars NASA Johnson Space Center
An interactive, online learning experience where students complete Web-based lessons during the school year and travel to NASA for a six-day summer experience where they work NASA engineers and scientists developing a mission to Mars.
Eligibility: Texas high school juniors

November 2, 2007

 

aerospacescholars.jsc.nasa.gov/HAS

 

UIW Summer IN stitute HEALTH CAREERS
During a two-week overnight camp, you'll will explore university-level research and enjoy time with UIW faculty and student mentors. You'll visit area hospitals and labs to get first-hand experience in valuable careers in the health sciences. Plus, the on-campus and after- class activities will give you IN sight on how to survive and succeed in college ... and in life.
Eligibility: Students who've completed 10 th grade, have a strong GPA of 3.0 (85%) or better, and are excited about science and health careers

No deadline on application

 

Pick up an application at
Counseling Office

 

Texas A & M
Various Summer Programs
There are various types of camps for students during the summer. If you are interested in Business, Engineering, Veteranarian Medicine, or the ocean, check this website out.
Eligibility: Available to Sophmores, Juniors, and Seniors.

Deadlines Vary

 

https://financialaid.tamu.edu/summercamp/

 

Texas A & M
Explore 2007
Students will be introduced to teacher education programs, leadership opportunities, career opportunites, and courses of study to enrich their knowledge of the teaching profession.
Eligibility: Available to Sophmores and Juniors.

May 11, 2008

 

Questions regarding the ExpLORE conference should be directed to David Byrd, at (979) 862-7167.  Emails can be sent to byrd99@tamu.edu .

 

Louisiana State University
School of Architecture
Students will meet with professional architects and designers, attend lectures, and go on field trips.
Eligibility: Available to Juniors and Seniors


May 12, 2008

Pick up an application at
Counseling Office

UTSA College of Engineering
2007 Summer Research Program & Scholarship
Applicants will perform a minimum of 6 hours of laboratory work per week during the months of June and July
Eligibility: Available to Juniors and Seniors


May 20, 2008
Pick up an application at
Career Center

MED-PREP Program
provides health career exposure to high school students. It motivates them to pursue a medical or health related profession.
Eligibility: This program is available to all high school (grades 9th - 12th) in Bexar County and surrounding areas.

Postmarked no later than
June 1, 2008
www.mapa-sa.org/index.htm
Young Ambassadors Program
Eligibility: For high school seniors with an interest and commitment to the arts.
April 4 , 2008
www.latino.si.edu/programs/youngambassadors.htm
Georgetown University
Eligibility: For high school students interested in studying and possibly earning college credits.
No deadline on application
summer.georgetown.edu
Surveyor for a Day
high school students who have an interest in Professional Land Surveying
Eligibility: Free program for senior's in high school.
March 9, 20078
Pick up an application at
Counseling Office
The University of Texas At Austin
MITE: Introduction to Engineering 2007
high school students who have have an interest in engineering, science or math
Eligibility: Free program for sophomores and juniors
postmarked no later than
April 13, 20078
www.engr.utexas.edu/eoe/MITE
Pick up an application at
Counseling Office
Texas A & M University
high school students who have an interest in science, mathematics, and veterinary medicine.
Eligibility: You are eligible the summer immediately after the completion of your sophomore or junior year in high school .
postmarked no later than
February 27, 2008
www.cvm.tamu.edu/bims/camp.shtml
University of Southern California
summer seminars for High School Students.
Eligibility: For Sophomores, Juniors and Seniors.
No deadline on application
www.usc.edu/summer
Summer Study Programs
at Penn State University, University of Colorado at Boulder and the Sorbonne in Parris.
Eligibility: For students completing 9th, 10th, 11th, or 12th grades.
No deadline on application
www.bestsummerever.com
Bluebonnet Girls State
Eligibility: For Juniors interested in participating in various political activities pertaining to Texas State government.
No deadline on application
Pick up application at Counseling Office