UMass Amherst Pre-College Programs Summer 2024

New Pre-College Programs for Summer 2024

Please share this summer opportunity with your students! UMass Amherst has several new pre-college programs available this summer for rising 10th - 12th graders. Our pre-college programs offer high school students firsthand experience with college-level academics and campus life, and are a great way to explore potential majors. Check out these amazing opportunities!  Residential Programs AI, Data & Ethics: Introduction to Public Interest Technology Antibiotic Resistance: A Global Health Crisis Hospitality & Tourism Management Leadership Academy Psychology of the Human-Animal Bond Reading & Writing the Graphic Novel Sport Performance  UMass Amherst Pre-College programs offer both residential and online options. All programs are taught by UMass faculty and advanced graduate students, and feature project-based learning. For more program details (including fees and scholarships), please visit our website.

How to Apply All rising 10th - 12th graders are eligible to apply online via our website. Please note the Pre-Veterinary Medicine and Veterinary Technology programs only accept rising 11th & 12th graders. You will need: a brief, 1-page statement of interest an unofficial high school transcript (including current academic year) a letter of recommendation from a teacher or school counselor a $35 application fee  Admissions decisions are made on a rolling basis, with deadlines as outlined below for each session. We recommend applying early as programs may fill up.  Session 1 (Programs starting June 30): May 1st, 2024 Session 2 (Programs starting July 14): May 15th, 2024 Session 3 (Programs starting July 28): May 31st, 2024

Pre-College Application

College Application Intensive July 28 - August 3, 2024 The College Application Intensive is a comprehensive week-long intensive dedicated to understanding and preparing for the college application process. A range of key topics will be covered, including an exploration of personal strengths and interests; college majors and career paths; admissions strategy; essay writing; and standardized test prep. Students will also tour UMass Amherst and other local colleges in the Amherst area, and experience campus life while living in a residence hall and enjoying award-winning meals from UMass Dining.

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