SUMMER ENRICHMENT
PROGRAM WORKSHOP
WHY NOW?
Application deadlines for summer programs are
in the spring from Feb to May
 There are many types of programs so you have to
research and make some decisions before you
apply
 Programs fill up, so the earlier the better
 If it requires an audition (performing arts) you
will need to schedule
 You may need a recommendation from a
counselor or teacher
 Have time to discuss with your parent/guardian
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WHAT ARE THE ADVANTAGES?
Live your Dream!
 It can give you insight into life on a college
campus
 It can give you exposure to various career areas
i.e., business, engineering, foreign relations,
medicine
 You develop or hone an new skill (tap dancing,
Spanish, math)
 Meet students from different schools, parts of the
country/world
 Shows initiative, whether it be a summer
program, job or volunteer activity
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WHERE TO FIND INFORMATION:
There is a list of programs located on:
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www.ignatius.org – under Guidance or College
Counseling
Within Family Connection (juniors) you can view
opportunities “summer enrichment programs”
Homeroom announcements advertise opportunities
Book and printed resources in College Counseling
Websites – Google “sea turtle egg harvesting” and
you will find programs
Network with upperclassmen
Ask your teachers/counselors about programs that
may meet your interest areas
EXPLORING YOUR OPTIONS
Art/Music/Culinary
 Creative Writing (Carleton College)
 Education/Teaching
 Foreign Affairs/Government/Military
 Languages/Foreign Destinations
 Law/Architecture
 Leadership
 Math/Science/Engineering (Univ. of Michigan)
 Medicine
 Business/Advertising
 Military Academy – three types
 Minority Study Programs
 College Specific Programs
On the school website the programs are organized under these
headings
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MINORITY STUDENT PROGRAMS
(A SEPARATE
SECTION ON OUR LIST ON THE IGNATIUS WEBSITE)
LEAD: Leadership Education And Development Program
University of Notre Dame
-Introduction to Engineering Program
-African American Scholars
-Latino Community Leadership Seminar
University of Chicago
-Young Scientist Training Program
Loyola University Chicago
National Hispanic Institute Youth
Leadership Summer Program
*Many programs offer scholarships/stipends for participation
COLLEGE SPECIFIC PROGRAMS
Barnard College (New York, NY)
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Liberal Arts (co-ed) or Young Women’s Leadership Institute
Boston College Summer Experience
Carnegie Mellon Summer of Exploration
Northwestern University College Preparation Program
Notre Dame Pre-College Programs
Vanderbilt Summer Academy
LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS
National Youth Leadership Forum
Medicine
 Collegiate Success
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National Young Leaders Conference
Nestle Very Best in Youth Program
Hugh O’Brien Youth Foundation Leadership
Seminar
VOLUNTEER PROGRAMS
Chicago Park District
Field Museum Summer Teen Volunteers
AMIGOS Volunteer in Latin America
Loyola University Medical Ctr.
Student Volunteers
Rush Hospital Volunteers
WHETHER YOU WORK, VOLUNTEER OR
PARTICIPATE IN AN ENRICHMENT PROGRAM,
YOU ARE DEMONSTRATING YOUR INITIATIVE
AND GAINING NEW EXPERIENCES THAT WILL
CONTRIBUTE TO YOU FUTURE SUCCESS!
Where to find more information:
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On Saint Ignatius website. Click college counseling and then
summer programs.
Talk with your Guidance or College Counselor