Other Student Opportunities

Cornell University Precollege Studies , which, due to COVID-19, is offering courses exclusively online this summer.

As one of the nation's longest running and most highly regarded precollege academic programs, it gives motivated students the chance to

Get a head start on college by earning 3 to 6 credits and a Cornell transcript
Immerse themselves in rigorous university courses taught by top Cornell faculty
Prep for college applications with one-on-one admissions counseling
Connect with a diverse group of high school students from around the world

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Hello from Davidson!

We are kicking off our Admission Intensive series this year with workshops designed for juniors and their families. We'll start with the basics of the application and financial aid process, discuss how to interact with colleges virtually, and how to approach college essay writing.

Workshops will be offered between February 6th - February 13th and there is no cost to participate. You can view the full schedule and registration information HERE

Please reach out to us at intensives@davidson.edu with questions.

SMITH COLLEGE SUMMER PROGRAM

Join other motivated high school students who want to be engaged, get inspired and expand their experiences both in and out of the classroom. You will be a part of a supportive community led by Smith faculty and staff and supported by our undergraduate students.

Smith College Summer Program Information

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Carnegie Mellon Pre-College: Virtual Information Session Recordings

Below you'll find a link to our Student Virtual Information Session recordings that we held over the last two months. Led by our Carnegie Mellon Pre-College staff, the Virtual Information Sessions allowed students to connect with our Academic Program Directors from each of our programs as they describe the online classroom experience. In addition, our Pre-College staff provided information on our admission process and remote student experience.

Virtual Information Sessions

Carnegie Mellon's Pre-College Programs in the fine arts are six-week residential experiences that provide high school students with the opportunity to develop their skills in a conservatory or studio setting. For years, Carnegie Mellon has been recognized for the quality of education that is provided within our College of Fine Arts. Through the Pre-College program, high school students have access to this instruction and mentorship from full-time faculty members.

Our summer Pre-College program options in the fine arts include the following:

Architecture, provides students architectural experience within the studio, supported by integrated coursework in analog drawing, digital media, seminars and workshops.
Art, where students will hone their craft through challenging courses, critique, workshops, and portfolio development.
Design, for students who would like to receive a foundation of Design skills through studio learning, lectures, and critiques.
Drama, for students who would like to build their audition repertoire and portfolio with acclaimed faculty.
Music, where students participate in a conservatory-style curriculum and experience life within a research university.

Students may apply for the program Here

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Project Uplift is a summer enrichment and college access program designed to promote and increase access to higher education for all outstanding students, especially those underrepresented in post-secondary education. Every year, during May and June, approximately 1,000 high school seniors participate in one of four separate Project Uplift sessions. During this two-day experience, Project Uplift participants live on Carolina’s campus, interacting with faculty, staff, and current students, participating in educational, cultural, and social activities. Project Uplift Scholars have the opportunity to immerse themselves in college life and experience the academic rigor and social climate of a four-year institution.

For over 50 years, Project Uplift has consistently provided a diverse selection of rising high school seniors from across the state of North Carolina with an opportunity to live, lead, and learn about the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill on a first-hand basis.

Project Uplift 2021

Project Uplift sessions will be held virtually in 2021. Once accepted, participants will have the opportunity to register for their preferred week. The 2021 program dates are below:

Session 1: June 7-8
Session 2: June 9-10
Session 3: June 14-15
Session 4: June 16-17

Learn more about Project Uplift: HERE

NC Live Career and College Readiness Resources

NC LIVE is a cooperative library service for the students, faculty, business people, and residents of North Carolina. Our partnership with UCPL allows our students and staff access to a myriad of information resources through this state-wide service.

Career and College Readiness resources available through NCLive:

Testing and Education Reference Center - Provides resources for standardized test preparation, researching and selecting college and graduate schools, finding tuition assistance, and exploring careers. ● PSAT, ACT, SAT, AP, Accuplacer and CLEP practice tests ● Law enforcement, firefighter, Real Estate and Cosmetology practice tests ● ASVAB and AFOQT military practice test ● Career Planning Center and Tuition Cost Finder ● Peterson’s online career guides and test books in ebook format and more...

Students can access this resource via NCLive by logging in with their student ID number as their username and birth year as their password.

Parents can access this resource via NCLive by logging in with their UCPL library card number as their username and their chosen password.

Counseling

Other Student Opportunities

Project Uplift 2021