Look to this page for study abroad and pre-college programs provided by outside entities and/or educational institutions.
They are not affiliated with Fullerton Joint Union High School District or Fullerton Union High School but offer a wonderful opportunity for students to build academic and social experiences that will provide them with the tools they need to be successful in the future.
Abbey Road Programs
Abbey Road Programs is a website dedicated to helping students find the right program for them. For more information please visit http://www.goabbeyroad.com/
ASSE
ASSE is a International Student Exchange Program. Their goal is to foster greater international understanding through a variety of programs. Scholarships for the program are available and applications are due by March 1, 2016. For more information visit www.asse.com
Astrocamp
At AstroCamp’s exciting one-week and two-week sessions, get ready to explore space, train like NASA astronauts, take a look into the cosmos through our state-of-the-art telescopes, rock climb on Mars, fly through the air on our 2000-foot zip line, and to do tons more! AstroCamp has more to offer than its programs. Returning campers will tell you they come back for the fun and to see friends they have made in previous summers. For ages 8-17
Register for Summer Camp at www.astrocampsummer.org
Barnard Summer 2016
Barnard Programs provide a wonderful opportunity for female students to enjoy a pre-college experience while exploring New York City. There are many different options and programs available along with scholarships for need based students.
For more information visit: www.barnard.edu/summer
Bezos scholars program @ the aspen institute
The Bezos Scholars Program @ the Aspen Institute is a year-long leadership development program for public high school juniors and educators. It begins with a scholarship to attend the Aspen Ideas Festival and continues through the following school year when Bezos Scholar teams return home to launch sustainable, Local Ideas Festivals that transform their schools and communities
Boston University Summer Term High School Programs
Pre-college programs at Boston University take place in June, July and August. There are 6 different camps available.
For more information visit: BU.EDU/SUMMER/HSONLINE
Broadreach Global Summer Educational Adventures
Over the past 23 years, Broadreach has expanded the horizons of over 15,000 middle school, high school and college students. On 70+ summer adventures in 40+ countries, our students have pursued their interests, unlocking the world, understanding its people and finding themselves along the way. They’ve earned 8000+ college credits in subjects ranging from marine biology and medicine to Spanish and photography, and more than 28,000+ certifications through hands-on education. They’ve logged over 115,000 community service hours while making the world a better place, and traveled countless miles across oceans, off beaten paths and into ancient cultures. They came alone, but left with 10-12 incredible friends and the knowledge that life’s possibilities are limitless.
For more information visit: http://www.gobroadreach.com/
California State University Dominguez Hills: Tech Summer Camps
Learn Video Game & Web Design This Summer!
For Students ages 10-17. For information visit www4.csudh.edu/ceie/Video-Game-Design or call 310-243-3741 for questions email [email protected]
California State University Dominguez Hills: Young Scholars Program
For Just $76 per course, high school juniors and seniors with at least a B (3.0) average can take college courses via distance learning through the Young Scholars Program @CSUDH. Students can take up to 2 classes per semester and earn up to 24 units overall. Credit for these courses is recorded on a CSUDH transcript and transferable to any college or university. Classes are are available in the following subjects: Art, Sociology, Philosophy & Physics. Classes are webcast live on the internet M-Th from 3-4:30. For more information visit www.youngscholars.tv or email [email protected].
The Carleton Liberal Arts Experience (CLAE) will select 52 high school students and bring them to Carleton, all expenses paid, for a one-week summer program. The CLAE program introduces the strengths of a liberal arts education through an array of courses in science, art, social sciences, and technology. Past course offerings included:
- DNA Fingerprinting: The Science of Forensics
- Write Your Way In: Strategies for Success on Your College Application
- Economics: Tools for Business, Public Policy and Life
- The Achievement Gap
- Religion and the Black Freedom Struggle
- Motown and American Culture
In addition, workshops are offered to assist participants with their high school and college careers. Past workshop offerings have included:
- ACT & SAT Preparation
- Keys to Getting Into College: What You Need to Know about the Application Process and Financial Aid
Eligibility: Students of African American descent or students who have an interest in African American culture are encouraged to apply. Applicants must be college-bound high school students who are current sophomores.
For more information visit http://apps.carleton.edu/summer/clae/ The deadline to apply is APRIL 1, 2016.
Carnegie Mellon Summer Pre-College Programs
June 25-August 6, 2016
Advanced Placement/Early Admission
Fine Arts: Architecture/Art & Design/Drama/Music
National High School Game Academy
For more information visit: admission.enrollment.cmu.edu/pages/pre-college
ChicanoLatino Youth Leadership Project Inc
Chicano Latino Youth Leadership Project offers various leadership programs to develop students' political and cultural awareness and prepare for college. Students have a unique opportunity to connect with education, business, political and community leaders and receive encouragement in their pursuit of post-secondary educational opportunities.
Open to sophomores and juniors
The event is 100% free!! Transportation will be reimbursed.
Apply by March 23, 2016.
Los Angeles Event: Open to Los Angeles Residents Only (August 5-7)
Sacramento Event: Open to all California Residents (July 16-23)
www.clylp.org
CIEE Summer Program
22 Amazing Destinations, 3 Program Options, 1 Life‑Changing Experience
Spend your summer exploring a different culture and learning something new in one of 22 destinations around the world on a Global Navigator program. You’ll come home with new skills, perspectives, friends – and maybe even a new passion or career path.
- LANGUAGE & CULTURE: Immerse yourself in another culture for 4 weeks to improve your fluency in Spanish, French, Mandarin Chinese, German, Italian, Japanese or Arabic.
- SERVICE & LEADERSHIP: Devote 3 weeks to working with a community on global issues such as migration of people, the environment, children’s rights, or education.
- GLOBAL DISCOVERY: Dedicate 3 weeks to pursuing or developing an interest in a field such as marine biology, conservation and sustainability, social media journalism, or global entrepreneurship
For more information visit http://www.ciee.org/high-school-summer-abroad/
Cornell University Summer College Program
Cornell offers a variety of 3 and 6-week programs in a different subject areas. The program also gives students the opportunity to earn 3 to 6 credits with Cornell faculty. For more information visit summercollege.cornell.edu or call 607-255-6203
Curry College's Summer Programs for High school Seniors with Learning Differences
The College Search East & West programs help high school seniors learn about themselves as learners-understanding their strengths and overcoming their challenges-in order to successfully navigate the college search process and find their best college "fit." It is a 2-week innovative, interactive, residential program for rising seniors. The program provides the opportunity to visit and compare area colleges, their programs, accommodations and services, create an individualized plan for navigating the college search with a "road map for senior year" and earn college credits. For more information visit: curry.edu/collegesearcheast or curry.edu/collegesearchwest Deadline to apply is June 1, 2016
Engineering Summer Academy at PENN
July 3-23
Intensive three-week courses in cutting edge technology for talented high school students.
Application deadline March 18,2016
For information.: 215-898-0053 ESAP.SEASUPENN.EDU
FIDM
Experience Fashion through the eyes of a college student in the FIDM Immersive summer program. The 3-day event is offered at all four campuses in the month of June. Cost is $300 to learn more or register visit FIDM.edu/go/SummerProgram parent program information is at FIDM.edu/go/Parents
George Washington University Summer Pre-College Program
GW Pre-College provides students with an enriching academic experience and an extraordinary summer in the nation's capital. There a several options available for students in order to make the right choice for them. Scholarships are also available. For more information visit http://summer.gwu.edu/precollege
Harvard Summer School
At Harvard you can learn without limits in an intensive, noncredit summer program that focuses on learning over achievement. For more information visit: summer.harvard.edu/pre-college
Health Care Academy
Nursing Assistant Classes are available at a 50% discount. Total cost is $1,200, payments are available.
For more information contact:
Health Care Academy
150 Paularina Ave,. #B141
Costa Mesa, CA 92626
949-223-0700
[email protected] or www.healthcare-academy.net
IDEAS
IDEAS is a five-day academic camp for high school students to explore a variety of interests. You'll have the opportunity to build your own camp experience by choosing four classes/service projects to fill your week. Each Class is designed to give a college-level experience by providing a look into career options and college plans in those areas.
Registration is open from March 1-April 30
Cost ranges from $240-280
To register visit: www.dordt.edu/events/ideas
New England School of Photography Camp Photo
NESOP's Camp is a summer workshop dedicated to high school student ages 15-18 who want to experiment with their photographic visions. This program is for high school students who are looking to immerse themselves in the world of digital and traditional black & white photography. for more information about available sessions, cost and curriculum visit www.nesop.edu/workshops/
OxBridge Academic Programs
Oxbridge Academic Programs has been welcoming intellectually adventurous high school and junior high school students to Summer Study Programs in Europe and the US for over 30 years. Students from over 80 countries are housed and educated in great and historic centers of learning that are Oxford and Cambridge in England, St. Andrews in Scotland, Barcelona and Salamanca in Spain, Paris and Montpellier in France, and New York City and Los Angeles in the United States while exploring new cultural surroundings
For more information visit http://www.oxbridgeprograms.com/
Otis College of Art and Design: Summer of Art, College Preparation Program
This intensive, four-week, pre-college program is for individuals 15 and older who wish to study at one of the top art and design colleges in the country. Serious young artists seeking to strengthen and enhance their art and design skills, as well as students with limited art training, are invited to participate. Questions? Please call 310.665.6864, email [email protected], or http://www.otis.edu/summer-art
Pratt Institute
Summer Program
Brooklyn Campus
Every summer, Pratt sponsors a college-level program for high school sophomores, juniors and seniors at its Brooklyn campus. The program attracts about 400 students, both domestic and international. It is an intensive immersion experience in art, design, architecture, or creative writing.
Students choose an elective course such as fine arts/painting and drawing, graphic design, illustration (traditional or digital), fashion design, photography, architecture, cultural studies, or creative writing. Students develop their creative skills, build an effective portfolio for college admission, and earn four college credits. Scholarships are available based on merit.
For further information visit the Summer Programs page or call 718.636.3453 or email [email protected].
Summer Discover Internships
Discovery Internships offers high school students real work experience in an industry that aligns with each student's goals, skills, and interests. The internship features a customized 4 week summer internship, on-campus housing, meals local transportation, evening and weekend activities, and the support of experienced internship coordinators.
For more information contact [email protected] or call 212-324-8200
Smith Summer Precollege Programs for High School Girls
Precollege programs at Smith College offer intellectually stimulating and unique opportunities for high school girls who wish to pursue their academic interests in the classroom and beyond. For more information visit: www.smith.edu/summer
UC Davis School of Education Young Scholars Program
2016 Program Dates: June 19 - July 30, 2016
The UC Davis Young Scholars Program is a summer residential research program designed to expose approximately 40 high achieving high school students to the world of original research in the natural sciences with emphases on the biological, environmental and agricultural sciences. To be eligible for the summer of 2016, students must be currently enrolled as sophomores or juniors in high school. UCD-YSP participation is not limited to California students. Participants in the 2016 UCD-YSP will work one-on-one with research faculty and research groups in state of the art laboratories for six weeks. Each student will work on an individual project and prepare a journal quality paper and symposium presentation about their work. In addition to scientific research, the UCD-YSP strives to introduce participants to the climate and culture of living and working on a university campus. Staff make every effort to model the experiences that participants will have during their first years of college. Please note, substantial fee reductions (up to 90% of cost) are available for student on a needs-based sliding scale.
For more information visit:
http://ysp.ucdavis.edu/
UCI Summer Academies in the Arts
Clair Trevor School of the Arts explores and presents the arts as the essence of human experience and expression, through art forms ranging from the most traditional to the radically new. The Summer Academies in the Arts are intensive courses that explore the arts and enhance 21st century skills, support college and career goals, and build self-confidence and leadership. There are several different academies with focuses in Art, Dance, Drama, Music and Robotics. Scholarships and Discounts Available. For more information visit http://outreach.arts.uci.edu/summer-academies or call 949-824-4647. Have a younger sibling? Then visit the their partner for K-8 camp information at http://www.artsandlearning.org/
UC Riverside Summer Institute
The Summer Academy program offers you the chance to join the UC Riverside community of more than 150 advanced high school students. This program gives you an opportunity to earn college credit on an official UC transcript, meet with distinguished faculty, and build new relationships with fellow UCR students. Take advantage of UC Riverside courses, program events, and workshops planned just for you!
Summer Academy program participants choose from courses offered in Session 1 (June 20 – July 23, 2016), Session 2 (July 25 – August 27, 2016) and Session 6 (June 20 – August 6, 2016. Please visit http://summeracademy.ucr.edu/ or email the Summer Academy coordinator at [email protected] with any questions.
USC Summer Programs
USC Summer Programs offers 4 & 2 week courses in a variety of subjects from which students choose one course for intense study. Courses are interactive, engaging and challenging, and students' creceive 3 units of transferrable USC elective credit upon successful completions of the 4-week program. For more information or to apply please visit summer.us.edu
Washington University in St. Louis Summer Experiences
Offers a wide variety of summer programs for middle and high school students. Prices vary depending on program. Scholarships available to those with financial need. For more information visit: https://summerexperiences.wustl.edu/