ENRICHMENT OPPORTUNITY PROGRAMS

All opportunities are listed under their respective college (alphabetically):

For a comprehensive database that logs many different summer programs please visit www.summerprogramsearch.com.

AcademicSummers.com: Each unique camp provides a different experience. They range from all girls to co-ed, academic to creative arts, and even specialty programs for ADD/ADHD. For more information please www.academicsummers.com or email info@academicsummers.com.

Albright Knox Art Gallery: AK Teens: Building a Portfolio Art Class; Open to students ages 14-18, The class is designed to help students develop skills and style in drawing, painting, and sculpture, and complete several pieces that could be included in a portfolio for college admission. Art supplies are provided. Space is limited, and pre-registration is required. (Scholarships are available!) For more information and to register please visit https://www.albrightknox.org/events/ak-teens/building-portfolio-art-classes.

Alfred University: Summer Programs for Teens: Topics range from Astronomy, Art Portfolio, Chemistry, Ceramic & Glass Engineering, Robotics, Equestrian (English & Western), Theatre, and more. For more information and to access the online application please visit www.alfred.edu/summer/.

Amherst Police Department Youth Police Academy: Set your sights on this interactive youth police academy July 10-28, 2017. For applications please visit www.amherst.ny.us, facebook.com/amherstpoliceny, or call (716) 689-1387.

Babson College: Babson Entrepreneurial Development Experience; summer study for rising junior and senior high school students, July 6- August 4, 2017. For more information and to apply please visit www.babson.edu/summerstudy.

Boston University: (AMP) Academy of Media Production; AMP is designed for bright and creative rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors who are eager to develop their cinematic and journalistic storytelling skills. In this life-changing, four-week summer experience. For more information please visit bu.edu/amp.

Boston University: Summer Term High School Programs: High School Honors, Research Internship in Science & Engineering, Summer Challenge, Academic Immersion, Summer Preview, and Pre-College Online Courses. For additional information or to apply please visit www.bu.edu/summer/highschool.

Boston University: Investigative Journalism Workshop; three two-week workshops for students interested in journalism and writing. Students who apply and pay in full before the end of January receive a $200 tuition discount. For additional information and to apply please visit http://studentprograms.necir.org/high-school-summer-investigative-reporting-workshop/.

Brown University Pre-College Programs: Visit http://onlinecourselearning.com/brown/writing-college/overview/# for information on several different pre-college programs offered during the school year, and online for high school students.

Buffalo State College: Reading Skills and Speed Reading Programs; open to children 4 years old up until adults, classes are offered on Campus, Cheektowaga, West Seneca, and Getzville. Classes are taught by professional instructors, and work on phonics, comprehension, vocabulary, study skills, speed reading, and to instill a love of reading. For more information and to register call 1-800-978-9596.

Caldwell University: Spirituality Program for High School Students; forty high school students will be invited to join a special three-month program to get closer to God and determine how best to sere and advocate for social justice in the world. The program is a commitment to three month, which includes a fall weekend retreat, and a seven-day residential program. For more information and to apply please visit www.caldwell.edu/SLI.

Cambridge University: Cambridge Immerse Program; a two-week academic summer program for 15-18 year old students from around the world, designed and taught by Cambridge University and Oxford University tutors, that takes place in colleges of Cambridge University. Students are encouraged to delve into and explore the current debates and issues within their chosen discipline in carefully planned tutorials that emulates the unique system of tutor-student engagement and debate at leading universities. This is an approach that goes beyond the superficial and provides unique insights into the students subjects that are both refreshing and intellectually stimulating. For more information please visit www.cambridgeimmerse.com.

Canisius College: Summer Honors Program; this summer’s course offering is Honors 232: American Government: A User Guide, open to rising seniors who will earn three college credits in history or social science for only $300. Program is first come first serve basis. July 5-27, 2017 Monday - Thursday and deadline to apply is June 15, 2017 for more information and or to apply please see Mr. Clark in the Counseling Center, or call/email Lindsay Miller at 888-2209, mille175@canisius.edu.

Canisius College: Youth Leadership Development Program, for dates and pricing please visit www.canisius.edu/cpd

Carnegie Mellon University: Summer Pre-College Programs: July 1 - August 11, 2017. Advanced Placement, Early Decision, Fine Arts: Architecture, Art & Design, Drama, Music, National High School Game Academy. For more information or to register please visit, admission.enrollment.cmu.edu/pages/pre-college.

Catholic Health: VolunTEEN Program is designed for teens age 14-18 looking for ways they can give back to the community. Three volunteer sessions are offered at four WNY Locations including Kenmore Mercy Hospital, Mercy Hospital of Buffalo, Sisters of Charity Hospital, and Sisters of Charilty St. Joseph Campus. Sessions run from 8am-12pm or 12pm-4pm Monday through Friday. 2017 sessions include July 10-28, July 31 – August 18, and August 21 – September 1st. Students who successfully complete the programs will receive 40-60 hours of community service. For more information or to apply please visit www.chsbuffalo.org/give/volunteer.

Cleveland Institute of Art (CIA): Pre-College Programs July 9-21 & July 23-August 4, 2017. Spend two weeks experiencing life as art +design student. For more information, full list of programs, and to register please visit www.cia.edu/precollege.

Chatham University - Sustainability Leadership Academy: July 30 – August 5, 2017; SLA features speakers, hands-on activities, networking and tours of Pittsburgh’s sustainable highlights, including Chatham’’s net-zero Eden Hall Campus, the world’s first academic community built from the ground up for the study of sustainability. (Need-based scholarships available) For more information or to register please visit http://www.chatham.edu/edenhall-academy/

Christendom College: Summer Program; with six one-week sessions available for students to choose from. Students spend their mornings participating in a variety of liberal arts classes, then after mass and lunch they spend the afternoons and evenings enjoying a number of recreational activities. For more information and to register please visit www.christendom.edu/experience and financial assistance is available to anyone who requests it.

Cornell University: Summer College; offers academically motivated high school students an unparalleled opportunity to take courses at a great Ivy League university while earning college credit, working closely with internationally recognized faculty, exploring majors and career options, making friends from around the world, and enjoying the great natural beauty of Ithaca and the Finger Lakes region. For more information or to apply please visit https://www.sce.cornell.edu/sc/index.php.

Cradle Beach - Pioneer Campers: Open to students between the ages of 14-16, assisting in improving their leadership and teamwork skills, expanding their understanding of working with younger peers, and taking responsibility for camp duties. You may select one of five overnight summer sessions which last for 7 or 10 days. For more information or to apply please email admissions@cradlebeach.org or visit their website at www.cradlebeach.org.

Cradle Beach – Residential Summer Enrichment Program: Open to students between the ages of 8-16 with or without disabilities. Cradle Beach has provided a summer camping experience for WNY children since 1888. Programming is based on the campers needs, programming includes: arts and crafts, swimming, sports, nature activities, a sensory room and so much more. You may select one of five overnight summer sessions which last for 7 or 10 days. For more information or to apply please email admissions@cradlebeach.org or visit their website at www.cradlebeach.org.

Denison University: "The Jonathan R. Reynolds Young Writers Workshop", June 18-25, 2017, fee (including room and board) for the eight day program is $1,300. It is a weeklong residential summer program in creative writing. Visit www.reynolds.denison.edu for more information. Application Deadline is March 5, 2017.

Duke University: Summer College for High School Students; July 9 – August 4, 2017 for current 10th and 11th graders. Earn college credit and experience authentic college residential life. You may apply as early as December 1, 2016, for more information or to register please visit www.summersession.duke.edu/high-school-students.

Duke University: Summer Academy for High School Students; July 15 – August 4, 2017 for students currently in grades 9-12. Non-credit bearing program designed to experience college life, explore global themes, and develop leadership skills. You may apply as early as December 1, 2016, for more information or to apply please visit www.summersession.duke.edu/high-school-students.

Duke University: Duke Youth Programs; each summer approximately 650 youth from around the nation and world attend one of the 13 different programs for students from grades 6-11. All programs seek to engage learners in innovative, interactive, transformative learning experiences. Co-curricular social and recreational activities are carefully planned and delivered to complement the instructional day. The camp “learning community” approaches learning as a shared responsibility among students, instructors, and counselors. For more information on how to register for the programs please visit, www.learnmore.duke.edu/youth.

D’Youville College: Math and Science Exploration Days; come visit D’Youville’s Department of Biology and Mathematics for a day of exploration. You also get the opportunity to visit their Gross Anatomy Lab, participate in educational and interactive sessions of your class’s choice. For more detailed descriptions of session topics and up-to-date day and time options contact Dr. James Dehaven at (716) 829-8163 or via email at dehavenj@dyc.edu and for general questions email mns@dyc.edu.

D'Youville Collee: Science Saves Lives, Do the Math Data Camp and Summer Institute July 10th - 28 th, from 9am-4pm. D’Youville will proved full scholarships (valued at $4000 each) to high applicants accepted via rolling admission until the final application deadline of June 1, 2017. Students will make the link between mathematics and it's application to solve real world problems. Open to rising seniors, for more information and an application please email datacamp@dyc.edu, or call (716) 829-8163.

ECMC Foundation Summer Youth Program: Youth Internship Program that provides 100 high school students with an opportunity for self-development by exposing them to a variety of hospital-based careers. Program runs July 11 – August 3, 2017 with mandatory orientation day Wednesday July 7, 2017. To apply you must be a student 14 years or older, rising 10 th through 12th grade in the fall, with an 80 percent GPA or higher. Application can be found on the sjci website in the Enrichment Opportunity Programs section under the Counseling tab or see Mr. Clark in the Counseling Center. Application deadline is March 17, 2017 at 4:00 pm delivered directly to ECMC Foundation, 462 Grider Street, Suite G-1, Buffalo NY, 14215.

Emory University Pre-College Programs: Please visit www.precollege.emory.edu for a complete listing of course offerings, dates, and tuition.

Erie 1 Boces Educational Campus: Summer Institute for Human Rights and Genocide Studies of Buffalo. Open to any incoming 9th Grader through graduating senior. Now in its 9th year, the Summer Institute is designed for students who are interested in politics, history, international relations, or the social sciences. It provides its participants with the opportunity to hear human rights experts, historians, and advocates, as well as take part in hands-on activities, discussions, and field trips--all to inspire its students to have a positive impact on the world. For more information or to register please visit http://www.summerinstituteofbuffalo.org/, or call 716-525-6058.

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising (FIDM): Creative Workshops & Activities opportunities in four California Campuses; Los Angeles, San Francisco, Orange County, and San Diego; includes 3 Days of Fashion, Sew like a Designer, Pattern Drafting & Contemporary Trends, and many more Saturday classes and workshops. To register, visit www.FIDM.edu/go/SummerProgramC or text FIDMSummer to 57682.

Geneva College: Educational & Athletic Summer Camps; Kick off your summer at the home of the Golden Tornadoes! Applications are now being accepted for summer camps at Geneva College. These camps offer valuable training and lots of fun for kids of all ages. For more information please visit http://www.geneva.edu/academics/crossroads/summer-camps.

Gettysburg College: Academic Summer Camps; Camp Psych (www.gettysburg.edu/ camp psych/ ) , Government Leadership Camp (www.eisenhowerinstitute.org/.../american-government-leadership-camp / ) , Writing Camp (www.gettysburg.edu/academics/english/writing- camp / ), 3D Object Modeling and Printing (http://www.gettysburg.edu/about/offices/it/summercamp/) For more information or to apply please visit the links provided.

Global Works: Summer service works programs provides participants the opportunity to engage in community service in many different countries. For more information and to apply please visit www.globalworkstravel.com.

Green Mountain College: Vermont Summer Academy; variety of courses for students currently in grades 8-11, please visit www.vermontsummeracademy.org for more information.

Hampshire College: Precollege Summer Programs; offers a variety of two-week summer academic programs designed to reflect our academic philosophy by linking critical engagement to experience-based education. Led by current Hampshire faculty, recent graduates, and experienced alumni, our precollege programs are intended for rising high school juniors and seniors. Programs include Biology Laboratory, Studies in Mathematics, Metal Working, Citizens United, and Young Femanist Collaborative For more information and to apply please visit https://www.hampshire.edu/summer-programs/precollege-summer-programs.

Iona College: Pre-College Program; open to rising high school juniors and seniors July 9 – July 22, 2017. Earn three transferable college credits while experiencing college life. Available courses include Business, Psychology, Broadcast Media & Sports Communication, and more. Deadline to apply is June 30, 2017; to learn more or to apply please visit www.iona.edu/precollege.

Kaleida Health: Summer Volunteer Program, program is for any student who has completed their freshman year. The program lasts six weeks. The student is required to volunteer approximately 8 hours per week. There is a formal application process, with interview, physical and working paper requirements. See Mr. Clark in the Counseling Center for an application and more information.

Kettering University: Pre-College Programs, offering the opportunity to see what life is like at Kettering University. Programs include: (LITE) Lives Improve Through Engineering, (AIM) Academically Interested Minds, Math Olympiad, Computer Engineering Camp, FIRST Robotics Day Camps, VEX Day Camps, Doctor for a Day, and more. For more information please visit www.kettering.edu/precollege.

Leadership Buffalo – Youth Leadership (YL): A ten-month leadership enrichment program for rising high school sophomores, juniors and seniors representing schools throughout our community. The curriculum builds a foundation of leadership skills, an awareness of community issues, an appreciation for diversity and a commitment to lifelong community service. The main mission is to unite existing and emerging leaders from diverse backgrounds and perspectives in order to increase their knowledge of community issues, broaden their vision and enhance their ability to lead. Students can complete the

application online, download and submit to their office, find more information, and look for scholarships at www.leadershipbuffalo.org/youthleadership.

Lebanon Valley College: Health and Biomedical Camps; two sessions are offered, for rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors with a cost of $1,000 this all-inclusive camp fee covers room and board, laboratory supplies, lecture supplies, evening activities, guest speakers, camp T-shirt, etc. Through lectures and hands-on laboratory investigations in state-of-the-art laboratories, students will be introduced to the fundamentals of molecular biology, pharmacology, immunology, biochemistry, and medical ethics. For more information please visit http://www.lvc.edu/academics/summer-community-programming/health-biomedical-sciences-camp/.

Long Island University (LIU): Summer Honors Institute; This summer, rising high school seniors can pursue their passion and get a taste of college life at one of LIU's residential campuses in New York. The Summer Honors Institute @ LIU's one-week intensives will give you the chance to immerse yourself in different fields of study. You’ll work closely with distinguished faculty mentors and gain invaluable experience through hands-on projects and field trips. All accepted students receive free tuition and housing. For more information please visit liu.edu/honors.

Loyola University Chicago: Summer Scholars; visit www.luc.edu/summerscholars.

Maine Media: Young Artists Camp Pre-College Program; one and two-week workshops run from June to August in photography, filmmaking, game design, screenwriting, alt pro, documentary, and so many more. Open to students ages 14-18 and scholarships are available. For more information and to apply please visit www.mainemedia.edu.

Marist: Summer Pre-College Programs; two sessions in New York, NY (June 25-July 8, 2017) (July 9-22, 2017) classes ranging from Business, Fashion Design, Creative Writing, and Environmental Science; one session in Florence Italy (July 9-22, 2017), with classes in Fashion. For information or to apply please visit www.marist.edu/precollege.

Miami University (Ohio): Summer Scholars Program; Session I, July 2-July 14, 2017, Session II, July 16-28, 2017. Application Deadline: May 1, 2017. For more information please visit www.miamiOH.edu/summerscholars.

Mercy College: Business Leadership Academy; nomination only program which invites students to take advantage and learn from successful business leaders, at this week-long learning experience. Students will: Meet other high school students from around the country that share their entrepreneurial spirit, Build public speaking, networking, and other valuable business and financial skills, Visit Fortune 500 Companies like Goldman Sachs, Bloomberg and MTV for lessons with their executive teams, Enhance their résumé for college and beyond, Learn what it takes to make it to the top of their career, whatever they want to do. The Leadership Academy is offered at no tuition. Students would only need to provide

their own transportation and the cost of food ($190). If interested please see Mr. Clark in the Counseling Center.

National Federation for Just Communities of Western NY: 34th Annual Sheriff & Youth Live-In Camp; August 21-25, 2017, free five day residential program held at Cradle Beach Camp in Angola NY. Program provides thirty young leaders ages 14-16 from all across WNY to strengthen the bonds of our community and learn about the misconceptions about youth and law enforcement from Erie County Sheriff’s Deputies who serve as the camp counselors. Application Deadline is June 16, 2017, for more information and for the application please see Mr. Clark in the Counseling Center.

National Youth Leadership Forum (NYLF): Medicine - Take your place among the nation’s highest achieving high school students to gain real-world medical career experience and explore professional career opportunities in the expanding fields of medicine and health care. You will experience the NYLF Medicine program on a college campus in any one of 8 cities across the U.S., each chosen for their world-class medical universities, hospitals, facilities and research centers. This is a nomination program only; to be considered for nominations please see Mr. Thoin in the Counseling Center. However for more information about the program you may visit http://www.envisionexperience.com/explore-our-programs/nylf-medicine.

New York Film Academy: Summer Camps for Film & Acting; open to high school students ages 14-17. Camps offered range from filmmaking, acting, 3D animation, game design and more. Campus locations are located in New York City, Miami, Florence, Italy to so many more. For more information or to apply please visit www.nyfa.edu.

New York University (NYU): Precollege Programs; for rising juniors and seniors, offering students the opportunity to experience NYU by spending six weeks living and learning in their community. For additional information or to apply please visit www.nyu.edu/precollege.

New York University (NYU): School of Professional Studies - Access Program; ten-month course of study is designed for graduating high school seniors who seek to sharpen their academic and career-focused skills, while deciding what comes next. Scholarships are available for those who qualify. For more information or to apply please visit www.sps.nyu.edu/access.

New York University (NYU): School of Professional Studies - High School Academy Career Edge Program; offers a one-week, professionally oriented intensive programs of study that allows students to explore career options and to gain the competitive edge when applying for college. Programs include Exploring Visual and Graphic Design, Sports Branding and Sponsorship, Digital Journalism, and so much more. For program details and applications please visit www.sps.nyu.edu/hsacademycareeredge17.

New Worlds Emerge: Spring and Summer Programs. Travel, Earn College Credit, and receive Educational Opportunities. For additional information please visit www.newworldsemerge.org, info@newworldsemerge.org, or call 1-855-812-8219.

Niagara University: Summer Academy; open to rising juniors and seniors with an 80% or higher GPA. Two weeks in length, July 18-29, 2016 on NU Campus. Earn three college credits and get a jump on your college career. Please visit www.niagara.edu/summeracademy/, to search all available programs and to apply, or see Mr. Clark in the Counseling Center.

Northeastern University: Please visit www.northeastern.edu, search summer programs, and there you will find a complete listing of courses offered.

Norwich University: New England Youth Leadership Conferences; Participants are grouped into teams and involved in both classes and physical challenges. Open to freshman through seniors, recommended that the applicant possess a 2.5 GPA or above, cost to attend is $100 and must be submitted within three weeks of the program to secure a spot. Upcoming Dates: December 2-4, 2016 / January 27-29, 2017 / February 24-26, 2017, March 31-April 2, 2017. For additional information or to apply please visit http://bit.ly/NorwichYLCW.

Penn State University: Summer Discovery; pre-college program combines academics, athletics, and activities to give high school students the perfect introduction to college life. Open to students grades 9-12, with subjects that include Law & Government, Sports Management, Business, Psychology, and many more. For more information and or to apply please visit www.summerdiscovery.com/Penn-State.

Pratt Institute: Pre-College Program - Brooklyn Campus; invaluable opportunities to sharpen portfolio skills, get a taste of college life, and earn college credits. Courses include Architecture, Art, Design Fashion, Creative Writing, and more. Scholarships are available, for more information please visit www.pratt.edu/precollege or email preco@pratt.edu

Rensselaer: PREFACE Summer Program; two-week residential summer experience for talented high school students from groups that have been historically and traditionally underrepresented or underserved in science, engineering, and technological fields, and are interested in pursuing careers in engineering and technological professions. Open to rising juniors and seniors, the PREFACE Selection Committee will review each application and make its recommendation to the Project Director. Selection is based on high school academic performance, standardized test scores, quality of essay, and recommendations. In addition, since all programs are in English, students must have a strong understanding of the English language. For more information and to apply please visit http://doso.rpi.edu/update.do?catcenterkey=87.

Roanoke College: Summer Institute; RCSI is for rising high school juniors and seniors who are interested in having an immersive college experience, being academically challenged while earning college credit, and working towards a smooth transition into academic and social life of college. For more information and to apply please visit http://www.roanoke.edu/about/community/programs_offered/rc_summer_institute.

Rochester Institute of Technology (R.I.T): College & Careers program; July 21- July 22, 2017 or August 4- August 5, 2017. Open to rising seniors to explore academic and career options. Attend up to four academic workshops from a variety of majors including Biomedical Sciences, Engineering, Game Design, Marketing, Photography and more. For more information and to apply visit www.admissions.rit.edu/careers/ or contact Office of Admissions at (585) 475-6631.

Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation & Institute: Leadership and the American Presidency Program; learn in the nation's capital, intern in a setting aligned with your goals and interests, all while taking an accredited course on presidential leadership. Register now for Spring & Summer 2017, deadline for Spring is November 10, 2016 and December 6, 2016 for Summer. For more information or to begin the online application, visit www.reaganfoundation.org/reagan-institute/.

Roswell Park Cancer Institute: Junior Robotic Surgery Challenge 2017. Specific to high school students in the Greater Buffalo Area, rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors (ages 16-19), you may not participate if previously done so, this is a one-time experience, application completed in full, and paid tuition of $400 (limited number of scholarships will be available on first come fist serve basis). Program provides a unique opportunity for high school students to obtain collegiate level, hands on experience in robotic surgery. Deadline to apply is March 1, 2017. For more information please visit https://www.roswellpark.edu/education/atlas-program/junior-robotic-surgery-challenge.

Roswell Park Cancer Institute: Summer Research Experience Programs in Cancer Science 2017. Program dates are Monday, June 26 – Friday August 11, 2017. Open to current high school juniors (at the time of the program), U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident, and student must be 15 years or older at the start of the program. Cost of the program is a non-refundable $35 application fee and non-refundable program fee of $65. Deadline to apply is January 10, 2017. For more information and to apply please visit https://www.roswellpark.edu/education/summer-programs/high-school-students.

Roswell Park Cancer Institute (Yroswell street team): Group of students who attend local community events to spread cancer awareness and information. Meeting monthly at Roswell Park and learn from guest speakers about careers in healthcare, cancer, and fundraising; also supporting Goin’ Bald for Bucks and Ride for Roswell. The street team is a one-year commitment with orientation in January. Requirements include dependable, flexible, and energetic students who are passionate about the cancer cause, 14 years or older up to undergraduate college students. To download the application please visit www.yrosell.com/street-team, for more information visit yroswell@roswellpark.org or call 716.845.1671, application deadline is December 7, 2015.

Rutgers University-New Brunswick: Pre-Engineering Summer Academy; intensive one-week certificate program will introduce students to a variety of engineering areas including: Aerospace, Biomedical, Civil, Computer, Electrical, Forensic, and Mechanical. Eligible students must be between the ages of 16-18, having completed courses in precalculus and physics. To apply please visit www.summer.rutgers.edu/preengineering/apply.

Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD): Summer Seminars, Savannah and Atlanta Georgia. Four Sessions open to high school students, residential and nonresidential, for a complete list of all art/design courses offered visit www.scad.edu/summer.

School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC): Advanced Placement Summer Institute, AP courses offered to high school teachers from around the world facilitate opportunities for peer dialogue, new media, best practices, and curricula development. For more information and to apply please contact apsi@saic.edu or 312.629.6170.

Sisters of Charity Hospital: Volun-TEEN program; volunteers (ages 14-18) volunteer and give back to the community at either Sisters of Charity Hospital or St. Joseph Campus. All volunteers receive a uniform and free lunch every day they serve. For more information and to apply please visit www.chsbuffalo.org/giving/volunteer.

SPCA Summer Youth Program: $40 per session - includes four educational and semi hands on classes, t-shirt, name tag, water bottle, and pizza party. Topics include: cats, dogs, small animals, wildlife, farm

animals, animal cruelty, cost of pet ownership, and more. Contact 629.3503 for session dates and to register.

St. John's College: The Summer Academy; for high school students ages 15 to 18. Annapolis, Maryland (2 Sessions) Justice, Nature, Law, and The heart of the Matter / Santa Fe, New Mexico (3Sessions) Origins, Life, and Self-Knowledge. Scholarships may be available, for more information or to apply please visit www.sjc.edu/summer-academy-2017.

Stanford University: Pre-Collegiate Studies; Offer highly motivated, intellectually curious students the opportunity to investigate topics not typically taught in secondary schools. Summer College Academy - open to students ages 16-19 and choose among 21 courses, Summer Humanities Institute - students currently in grades 10 and 11 explore the big questions at the heart of the humanities, Summer Arts Institute - students in grades 9-11 engage in courses that stand at the interaction of the arts and sciences, other programs include, High School Summer College, Summer Institutes High School Program, University-Level Online Math and Physics Courses, and Stanford Online High School. For more information please visit https://spcs.stanford.edu/programs.

Stevens Institute of Technology: Pre-College Summer Programs; Offering a world-class educational experience minutes from the most exciting city in the world, allows students to participate in hands-on, project-based learning; experience campus life; visit leading companies; and make their college applications stand out. Program offers opportunities to discover New York City both in and out of the classroom. Students learn from Stevens faculty and industry professionals while gaining applied experience in a variety of disciplines. For a full list of programs and to apply please visit www.stevens.edu/admissions/pre-college-programs/available-pre-college-programs.

Stone Hill College: Pre-College Program; A selective 3-week summer program where students can earn college credit bearing experience for rising junior, senior, and graduating senior students. For more information or to apply please visit http://www.stonehill.edu/precollege/.

Summer @ CIP (College Internship Program): Two unique programs for students with Asperger's, ADHD, and LD, for information please visit www.visit www.cipsummer.com.

Summerdiscovery.com: Pre-college enrichment & business institutes for high school students. Diverse pre-college enrichment summer opportunities with decade long partnerships with several of the world’s best universities; UCLA, U Michigan, Penn State, Georgetown U, John Hopkins, U Penn and study abroad programs with Cambridge U & London. For more information including all the opportunities available please visit www.summerdiscovery.com.

Summer Study Programs: Amazing pre-college and study abroad programs for high school students with four great schools. Two to five week programs, receive credits, receive SAT/ACT preparation, weekend trips, travel the world, and experience college life. Programs are offered at Penn State University, Colorado State University, Fordham University – New York City, and The Sorbonne – Paris, France. For more information and or to apply please visit www.summerstudy.com.

SUNY Upstate Medical University (Syracuse University): Career Awareness Days; a series of one day Career Awareness Days for students considering a career in health care. It’s an opportunity to learn more about the careers from health care professionals. Open to current sophomores through seniors, to

be held in Syracuse, NY on the campus of SUNY Upstate Medical University and/or surrounding areas. There is a small fee for students to attend and space is limited. For more information about these events, please visit http://www.upstate.edu/prospective/basics/specialevents.php.

The American Academy of Dramatic Arts: For ages 16 and older; students can experience 2, 4, 5 and 7-week summer classes in acting, voice & speech, movement and more at either our New York or Los Angeles campus. To learn more, visit www.aada.edu/summer. For ages 12-16; students are invited to train at The Academy’s Conservatory for Young Actors (ACYA, our 4-week summer program in Los Angeles. Classes are held in Hollywood and include acting, musical theatre, improve, stage combat, filmmaking and more. To learn more, visit www.aada.edu/youth.

The Buffalo News: NeXt section is currently recruiting high school students in any grade level from the 2017-18 school year. Rising eighth graders are welcome to apply. Being a correspondent for NeXt is a wonderful opportunity for high school students who are interested in journalism careers or who are strong writers looking for a way to be published. Students who are selected to be correspondents work with a professional editor to conceptualize, develop, report and write stories of interest to teens and have their finished product published in both the print and online editions of The Buffalo News and get paid for their work. This is great for their resumes; also, many Next correspondents go on to get paid summer internships at the News, and several have been hired to work here full time. Interested applicants should prepare the following: 1. A cover letter including their name, address, email, phone number, school and grade level that also explains his or her interest in journalism and writing. 2. He or she should describe the types of stories they are interested in writing, and include three specific story ideas. 3. A writing sample. We prefer samples that reflect some understanding of journalism techniques, but if students do not have samples from the school paper, an academic essay is acceptable. Short fictional pieces, poems and personal essays are not acceptable. Applicants should send these materials to: Barbara Branning, NeXt Editor, The Buffalo News, One News Plaza, PO Box 100, Buffalo, NY 14240; Or email them to me at: bbranning@buffnews.com. The deadline is July 3 and selected applicants will be notified in early August. We have a high acceptance rate, so students should not be timid about applying. There will be an orientation in August for new correspondents.

The George Washington University: Pre-College Program; credit and non-credit summer programs for students in grades 9-11. Topics include the arts, business & economics, engineering, English, writing, communications, government, law, international relations, history, culture, humanities, mathematics, science, medicine and health sciences. For more information and or to apply please visit www.precollege.gwu.edu.

The New School (Greenwich Village, New York NY): Pre-College Summer Intensives; summer programs for grades three through twelve, programs are offered in New York, Paris, and select locations abroad. At The New School, you won’t find run-of-the-mill classes. You’ll discover hundreds of cutting edge, creative outlets for every age and stage. Learn state of the art skills and gain career insights that will put you far ahead of the curve. Our extraordinary faculty includes New York City’s most accomplished visionaries. For more information and or to apply please visit www.opencampus.newschool.edu/program/youth-and-teen-programs.

The Summit Center: Community Connections Program and ADHD Summer Treatment Program; both programs are five weeks long and provide high quality, evidence-based treatment for children ages 5-17 with high functioning autism and ADHD/related behavior disorder. The programs operate out of Willow Ridge Elementary, 480 Willow Ridge, Amherst NY, for more information and or to apply visit www.thesummitcenter.org/applysummer.

The University of Alabama: UA Early College at The University of Alabama; Open to current sophomore, junior, and seniors, start earning college credit while you are still in high school. To learn more or to apply please visit www.uaearlycollege.ua.edu.

University of Alabama: UA Early College at the University of Alabama; Join UA Early College Students as they walk the Quad, take 6-7 hours of credit per summer semester, and make great friends. Open to sophomore, junior, and senior students with a cumulative 3.0+ average. Study with over 1,400 students from 31 different states and military dependents abroad. Earn college credit, explore rigorous college studies, and partial tuition scholarships are available if eligible. For more information and or to apply, please visit http://uaearlycollege.ua.edu, email early college@ua.edu, or call 877.823.8759.

The University of Hong Kong: Engineering Summer Program; open to rising tenth and eleventh graders. The 5-day program is designed for high-caliber students from all over the world who wish to explore the field of engineering and to understand the various engineering disciplines in a fun and challenging yet supportive environment. Students will be able to meet world-renowned HKU professors, to get to know other talented students from across the globe, and to acquire knowledge on the latest engineering research and innovations. Through insightful lectures, seminars and interesting laboratory exercises and hands-on projects, students will be able to explore the world of engineering that will enrich their summer life academically. To learn more or to apply please visit, http://www.aal.hku.hk/summerinstitute/hs-programmes/engineering-summer-programme-for-the-elite/

University at Buffalo – Camp Cardiac: School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences; 1-week – July 17-21, 2017 summer day camp running daily from 8:30am to 4:00pm. The camp is open to all high school students (including Spring/Summer 2017 graduates) at least 15 years and older as of first day of assigned session. Spots are limited and filled on a rolling first come first serve basis, no payment is required to apply. Early Standard Deadline and Tuition: March 13, $550 / Regular Standard Deadline and Tuition: April 24, $600 / Scholarship Application Deadline: April 3rd. Includes daily lunch and course materials. For more information and to apply please visit http://www.campcardiac.org/buffalo.html.

University at Buffalo – Camp Neuro: School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences; 1-week – July 17-21, 2017 summer day camp running daily from 8:30am to 4:00pm. The camp is open to all high school students (including Spring/Summer 2017 graduates) at least 15 years and older as of first day of assigned session. Spots are limited and filled on a rolling first come first serve basis, no payment is required to apply. Early Standard Deadline and Tuition: March 13, $550 / Regular Standard Deadline and Tuition: April 24, $600 / Scholarship Application Deadline: April 3rd. Includes daily lunch and course materials. For more information and to apply please visit http://www.campneuro.org/buffalo.html.

University at Buffalo: Computer Science and Engineering Summer Courses, for more information and to register please www.cse.buffalo.edu.

University at Buffalo: Pre-Pharmacy Summer Camp; open to high school students with GPA of a B or higher, application essay, resume, and letter of recommendation are required. The camp runs from Monday July 10- Thursday July 13, 2017, 8:30am to 4:00pm, Kapoor Hall, University at Buffalo South Campus. Cost is $225 for Buffalo area students, with breakfast, lunch and snack included. The camp provides information about the challenging career pathway opportunities in the profession of pharmacy and exposure to the fields of pharmacy practice and pharmaceutical sciences. Application deadline is June 2, 2017, for more information and to apply please visit www.pharmacy.buffalo.edu/news-events/events/annual-events/pre-pharmacy-summer-camp.html.

University at Buffalo: Reading Skills and Speed Reading Programs, contact 1.800.978.9596 for more information.

University at Buffalo: Science & Technology Enrichment Program (STEP) for students in grades 7-12 who are members of underrepresented minority groups and or economically disadvantaged. The program prepares students for entry into the Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematical, and Licensed Professions and takes place on the UB South Campus. The five (5) week summer 2017 session begins Monday, July 10, 2017, enrollment is currently underway. For more information or to apply call 716.829.5676, email ubstep@gmail.com, or see Mr. Clark in the Counseling Center.

University of Dallas: Summer Abroad; spend a summer in Italy, study Latin, Shakespeare, or the Great Books. For additional information please visit www.udallas.edu/travel.

University of New England (UNE): Early College Program; open to rising juniors and seniors to earn three credits. Avaialble Programs include: Coastal Marine Ecology, Neuroscience, Creative Petry Writing and more. For more information please visit www.une.edu/earlycollege.

University of Notre Dame: The Summer Scholars Program offers a two week opportunity to explore a field of study at the college level; ranging from liberal arts, sciences, business, archeology, literature, research, drama, with new courses just added in astronomy, confronting poverty, and performance (voice). Open to rising high school juniors and seniors. Program dates are June 24 - July 8, 2017. Applications due February 6, 2017; please visit www.precollege.nd.edu to apply.

University of Notre Dame: Leadership Seminars; 10-day all expenses paid program July 15 – July 26, 2017, for advanced students who wish to hone their critical thinking skills. Students engage in lively discussions on global concern under the tutelage of Notre Dame faculty. For rising high school seniors only. Applications are due January 30, 2017, please visit www.precollege.nd.edu to apply.

University of Notre Dame: Study Abroad - Rome, Italy; A two week program from June 3 – June 17, 2017 that will immerse students in the lived history and culture of the Eternal City (for rising high school seniors only). Applications due January 30, 2017, please visit www.precollege.nd.edu to apply.

University of Notre Dame: Study Abroad - Ireland; A 12-day program from July 15 – July 29, 2017 to discover the rich history and culture of both bustling Dublin and bucolic Connemara, Ireland. For rising high school seniors only, applications due January 30, 2017, please visit www.precollege.nd.edu to apply.

University of Notre Dame: School of Architecture; June 18-30, 2017 Geared toward high school sophomore, junior, and senior students who are considering architecture as a college major, participants are exposed to the responsibilities and skills required in contemporary architectural practice and history of the trade. Registration is online and begins February 1, 2017. Space is limited and available on a first-serve basis. To register visit www.architecture.nd.edu/careerdiscovery.

University of Washington / Seattle: The Game Experience; day & overnight, open to students in grades 10-12, July 1 – 19, 2017. The program is designed by video game developers to allow students to explore, and experience the video game industry and connect with fellow gamers. For more information and to apply please visit www.game.experienceamerica.com or email hello@experienceamerica.com.

US Performing Arts Camps: Performing Arts and Media Camps; for a more information, full listing of locations, workshops, visit usperformingarts.com or call (888) 497-3553.

Villa Maria College: Summer Camps; Animation, Digital Art & Illustration, Interior Design, Fashion Illustration, and more. For more information and apply visit www.villa.edu/summercamps, or contact Connie Broniszewski at cbroniszewski@villa.edu, or call 716-961-1815.

Villa Maria College: Jazz Camp; provides activities designed to enrich the participants in fundamental Jazz concepts. All participants will receive guidance in performing Jazz music, listening to styles of important musicians and understanding Jazz building blocks. For more information, pricing, and registration please contact Connie Broniszewski; email – cbroniszewski@villa.edu or call 716-961-1815.

Washington University in St. Louis (Arts & Sciences): Summer Experiences; High School Summer Scholars Program, High School Summer Institutes (Pre-Med, Pre-Engineering, Writing, Environmental & Sustainability, Philosophy, Neuroscience, Psychology & Leadership). For more information or to apply please visit www.summerexperiences.wustl.edu.

Wentworth Institute of Technology: The Department of Architecture has planned a four-week “design and build” program for high school students entering grade 10 and above, called summerFAB. For more information, please go to http://legacy.wit.edu/summerfab/ .

Wittenberg University: President’s Leadership Academy; open to juniors and seniors, the President's Leadership Academy is a one-of-a-kind immersion experience. Gain hands-on experience in leadership labs and classes to develop the skills needed for emerging leaders to make positive impacts on their team. In addition, learn the ins-and-outs of the college admission process through admission boot camps all week. This is a nomination program only, please see Mr. Clark in the Counseling Center if you are interested. The cost of $720 includes meals and lodging. In addition to advancing your leadership talents, Wittenberg offers a $1,000 scholarship for all participants who attend, apply, and are admitted to Wittenberg.

Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI): WPI Frontiers; Offers two sessions for rising juniors and seniors. Frontiers blend science, technology, and engineering programs with humanities and arts workshops and a full schedule of social activities. For more information please visit www.wpi.edu/+frontiers.

Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI): WPI Launch; Offers one session for rising freshmen and sophomores. Workshops include biology, biochemistry, chemistry, computer science, engineering

technology, environmental modeling, interactive media, game development, and robotics. For more information please visit www.wpi.edu/+launch.

Yale University: Young Global Scholars Program; Summer 2017 will offer six sessions. Politics, Law, Economics; July 27-August 9, 2017, Applied Science & Engineering; July 9- July 22, 2017, International Affairs and Security; July 9-July 22, 2017, Biological & Biomedical Science; July 27-August 9, 2017, Sustainable Development & Social Entrepreneurship; June 19-July 2, 2017, and Frontiers of Math and Science; June 19-July 2, 2017. Application deadline is January 31, 2017, for additional information or to apply please visit www.globalscholars.yale.edu.