2014 Summer Enrichment Workshops
New York University (NYU) Summer Workshop: July 6 – August 15. Info:
www.nyu.edu/precollege Contact: Jennifer Spirer at 212-998-2292. Deadline 1 April 2014
for scholarship consideration, ASAP for summer consideration.
University of Central Missouri Summer Graphics Technology Workshop: June 2226. Info: www.ucmo.edu/graphics.
Summer Camps – Academic and Arts – Accelerated Schools of Overland Park:
http://www.AcceleratedSchoolsOP.org Call Jane Curran at 913-341-6666 to register or for
further information.
Stanford University Summer Institute: Information and application available for both
the summer institutes and the summer school enrichment program at:
http://precollegiate.stanford.edu Deadline:
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University of Missouri Summer Trulaske Business Academy Workshop:
http://business.missouri.edu/sites/default/files/trulaske_business_academy_application_1
4.pdf is the link for the application. Further info:
http://business.missouri.edu/sites/default/files/trulaske_business_academy_application_1
4.pdf These areas are emphasized: accounting, finance, management and marketing,
Deadline is early March; transcript and essay involved in application process.
University of Missouri Engineering Camp: July 13-18 on the MU campus.
Information and application: http://engineering.missouri.edu/k-12/high-school-summercamp/
Contact Whitney Hays if needed:
Student Academic Services 573-884-3403
HaysW@missouri.edu
Univ of Missouri Mini Med Program:
Criteria: essay question response, academic effort and success, extracurricular activity
participation in high school and community, high school science teacher’s
recommendation. ACT scores and GPA also considered. The program includes:
Handson experience in anatomy, microbiology, and clinical skills, introduction to MU’s innovative
patient-based learning (PBL) curriculum, and seminars on college and medical school entrance
and medical school life.
Selection criteria: while ACT scores and GPAs are considered, the selection committee is very
interested in the following:
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Student response to essay question; Academic effort and success
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Involvement in extracurricular activities (school and community)
 High school science teacher recommendation
 More info: http://medicine.missouri.edu/admissions/minimed.html
or call
Lindsey Gentry at 573-882-5647 or contact umhssomminimed@health.missouri.edu.
 Deadline: 1 March 2014
University of Missouri Summer Academies in Weather, Forestry, Plants, Statistics in
Sports, and Culinary Science:
http://cafnralumni.com/redirect.aspx?linkID=1208805&eid=715556
Deadline: 1 May 2014.
Summer Programs : June 2 to August 8, 2014
This year the Accelerated Schools of Overland Park will be offering three different summer
programs. High School Summer School for students entering grades 9 -12. For more information,
you can visit our website at www.AcceleratedSchoolsOP.org.
Univ of Nebraska-Lincoln Summer Academic Camps:
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Topics: animal science, crop science, culinary arts and food science, education,
engineering, fashion design, filmmaking, youth legislature, veterinary science,
outdoor Nebraska
June 8-13
Register at http://bigredcamps.unl.edu
Limited number of participants; “early bird” tuition incentive. Regular fees range
from $500 to $650.
Questions: pjeffries@unl.edu or 402-472-9017.
Deadline: 1 April 2014.
Univ of Nebraska-Lincoln Summer Architecture Camp:
The College of Architecture at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln offers a summer
workshop that may appeal to students who show an interest in art, design, and
industrial technology. June 8-14. Information and application available here:
http://architecture.unl.edu/programs/arch/hs_workshop.shtml $585 fee. Deadline: 7
April 2014.
Duke University Summer Workshops:
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Duke University proudly begins accepting applications TODAY, December 2, for
two exciting academic programs for high school students during the summer of
2014!
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Duke’s four-week Summer College for High School Students program takes
place June 28 – July 25 and is designed to enhance your students’ readiness for
future admission to an undergraduate degree program at a selective and
prestigious university or college. Students currently in grades 10 & 11 will make
friends from all over the globe as they learn from the highly-trained, highlyintriguing faculty of Duke University and earn college credit.
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For students currently in grades 9, 10, 11 and 12 we offer a new three-week
program Duke Summer Academy for High School Students July 5 - 25. This
program is designed for personal enrichment and offers a two-part daytime course
in Global Citizenship and Leadership and an evening course with many exciting
options available. The classroom environment is intimate enough to gain the
individual attention you need to thrive, and the residential life is full of exciting
excursions and activities
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Website is http://summersession.duke.edu/high-school-students First come, first
served.
Washington University Summer Experiences for High School Students:
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High School Summer Scholars Program: June 8-July 12, or July 13-Aug 15; Be a
current high school sophomore or junior; have an academic average of B+ or
better; have one of the following: a combined SAT score of at least 1800, combined
PSAT of 180, or an ACT or PLAN composite score of at least 25; international
applicants must have an internet based TOEFL score of at least 90, or an IELTS
score of at least 7. Application forms and letters of recommendation included as
part of admission process. http://summerexperiences.wustl.edu/scholars If
applying for financial assistance, parent 2013 tax return is required. Fees included
on website; they depend on the workshop attended.
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High School Summer Institutes: 2 weeks. Choices include Writing Institute , PreEngineering Institute, Global Leadership Institute, and Pre-Medical – 3 weeks.
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students live on campus, current soph or junior with B+ or better grades. Fees
included on website: approximately $3,385 for 2 week institute and $4,985+ for the
3 week institute.
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More info and application: http://summerscholars.wustl.edu . Deadline 15 Feb
2014 for early bird application; other deadline is 3 May 2014.
Univ of Nebraska Architecture Workshop:
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Students who may be contemplating a degree or career in Architecture, Landscape
Architecture, or Interior Design, but want more information on those professions,
this summer workshop may offer them more insight.
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Application materials are due April 7, 2014, and can be found at
http://architecture.unl.edu/programs/arch/hs_workshop.shtml
Summer Workshop June 8 - June 14, 2014
This workshop, developed for high school students, provides:
A unique experience to investigate issues surrounding design and learn more
about the design professions of architecture, landscape architecture and
interior design.
2. Learning opportunities in the form of design studio explorations, seminars and
discussions, field trips and video presentations.
3. The central focus of the workshop is a design studio where design issues are
explored and creative energies are nurtured.
4. As part of the workshop students will visit professional offices, learn about
various career opportunities, and develop fundamental skills necessary for the
study of design.
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Students who have completed two or more years of their high school
education and have an interest in architecture, landscape architecture or
interior design are encouraged to apply. You do not need courses in art or
drafting in order to participate. Applicants will be selected on the basis of a review
of materials submitted with the application procedure. We have reserved space for
36 students in the workshop.
 The fee for the workshop is $585 per participant.
This includes studio supplies, program fees, meals and lodging. Students participating in
this residential program are supervised overnight while in the residence hall by College of
Architecture staff.
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Each applicant must completely fill out the application form and provide two
recommendations on the provided form from persons (other than family
members) familiar with the applicant’s academic and creative ability.
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In addition, each applicant is to submit a 500 word essay which describes why
you are interested in architecture, landscape architecture and/or interior design
and why you wish to attend the workshop. Please be specific.
Any further questions:
Stephanie Kuenning, skuenning2@unl.edu
Missouri Cadet Patrol Academy:
 June 1-June 6; must be age 16-18 with “C” average; male or female
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Academy for students interested in law enforcement, in particular about the
training for MO Highway patrol candidates
Must complete a paper application available from school counselor
Must be in excellent physical condition and be able to participate in a rigorous
physical program, have MO driver’s license, and furnish own transportation to the
academy; no cell phones permitted during the activity
Deadline for application: 10 February 2014. Counselor has application.
Missouri RYLA Leadership Institute:
RYLA is seeking sophomore students
interested in a 3-day leadership workshop at William Woods University in Fulton, MO in
June. Further information available at the RYLA web
site http://www.moryla.org/ Dermidio Juez Perez, the local coordinator, can answer
additional questions; his number 816-505-1100 ext 287. His e-mail address
is dermidiojp@wattmaster.com Scholarships to cover the cost are available.Counselor
has application. Deadline: 1 February 2014.
University of Missouri: Other Programs:
 Visit http://precollege.missouri.edu
 Programs include engineering, journalism, music, health, leadership, science, and
vet medicine.
Univ of Notre Dame Pre-College Programs:
 2 – 3 weeks in length; fee involved
 Topics will include: acting; ancient and classical Rome; debate and public
speaking; film, the self and psychology; issues in gender studies; law; life sciences;
literature; global health; performance; voice; photography; seeing creatively;
research computing; theology and the Church's evolving mission.
 Information: http://precollege.nd.edu/summer-scholars/
Pratt Institute Pre-College Program:
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Approximately July 7 – Aug 1, 2014
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Info: www.pratt.edu/precollege Many workshops are in the fine arts
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1 April 2014 registration deadline
Christendom College (VA) Summer Programs:
 One of these 4 weeks (dates approximate): June 15-21, June 22 – June 28, July 6-12,
July 13-19
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http://www.christendom.edu/news/summerprograms.php
 To register, go to: www.christendom.edu or call 1-800-877-5456. For rising seniors
and select juniors to be.
UMKC Transportation Institute:
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Information:
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2.00 GPA; open to any high school student interested in transportation
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Deadline to apply: 18 March 2014
http://www.kcsti.com/
Washburn University Summer Pre-Law Camp:
$150 fee. For high school students
and incoming college freshmen June 22-25, 2014. The camp offers an enriching,
educational, and fun opportunity for participants to learn about the study of
law. Specific topics that are discussed during the camp include: How to apply for law
school, How to prepare for the LSAT, How to survive a pre-law and a legal education, An
overview of the legal rules of evidence, and An overview of intercollegiate Mock Trial. In an
effort to apply knowledge gained during the camp and to hone communication skills,
participants will also have the opportunity to prepare for and take part in an actual mock
trial. Register online at: http://www.washburn.edu/academics/college-schools/artssciences/departments/communication/mock-trial/pre-law-camp.html No deadline for
application available.
Boys State: June 14-21 on campus of Univ of Central Missouri. The experience teaches about the
privileges and responsibilities of American citizenship as well as state and local governments, the
court system, newspaper publication, and daily radio and TV broadcasts. The $400 fee is paid by
a sponsor of Boys State, not the family or student. See counselor for further information and
application. Applications due 1 March 2014.