Register for Summer Pre-college Programs Before They Get Booked.

Many colleges and universities offer “summer pre-college programs” (also called Summer Enrichment Programs) for sophomore, junior, and senior year high school students that last from 2-to-6 weeks.  Students who attend these pre-college summer programs experience college level work and a small preview of college life.  They choose their classes and live on campus without parents.  Student responsibilities include self-reliance on attending class and completing homework, doing laundry, attending meetings, eating meals during dining hours, and other aspects of college life.  Students stay in dorms and use college gyms and dining halls.

Pre-college programs may include courses taught by professors for college credit, themes of language and cultural immersion, SAT® prep courses, or community service programs. Afternoons are filled with leisure activities; weekends often include excursions to local areas of interest.

Participation in these summer programs can provide an advantage in making decisions about which college best suits your needs. Contact a college of your choice to see if they offer pre-college summer programs.  Costs range from approximately $1,500 to $7,500 for programs lasting two-to six-weeks.

Many summer programs are fully booked by early spring, so register as soon as possible.