Enrichment Opportunities
There are two sections: The top section is for Enrichment Opportunities with listed deadlines and the bottom
section is for Enrichment Opportunities with rolling deadlines. Please email or come see Ms. Roberts in
Student Services for questions regarding or interest in the following opportunities.
Banson NYC High School Fashion Summer Camps Students in 9th-12th grade interested in fashion should apply
today! This opportunity offers two week-long sessions that will teach students the fundamentals of the
fashion industry by providing an insider’s perspective. Students stay in the LIM College Residence Hall on the
Upper Eastside, visit key players in the fashion industry, attends seminars and lectures and so much more.
Enrollment is first come, first serve so for more information, visit: http://www.bansonnyc.com/
Broyhill Leadership Conference BLC is open to rising 10th through 2015 high school graduates who are
interested in personal development and leadership training. This conference takes place at Wingate College in
Wingate, NC. For more information and to register, visit: www.broyhill-leadership.org and go to
“Application.” Early registration must be submitted by May 4th, fees increase after this date.
Camp Neuro Students interested in exploring careers in medicine should apply to Camp Neuro. This program
is run by local medical students in 11 cities nationwide and is a one-week summer camp open to high school
students. For more information and to apply, visit: www.campneuro.org
Free Enterprise Leadership Challenge Students who are rising sophomores, juniors and seniors interested in
learning what it takes to start a company and be a leader should apply! Two leadership sessions in NC: July
12-16 at Campbell University and July 21-25 at Wingate University. For more information and to apply, visit:
felcexperience.org
LENS@Wake Forest A three week summer program that equips current high school students with an
academic foundation necessary to become global citizens. Live on campus at Wake Forest University and
explore two different exceptional academic opportunities: Global Sustainability (June 28- July 17, 2015) or
Cutural Crossroads (July 6- July 25, 2015). For further information and to apply, please visit
http://lens.wfu.edu/
NCSU Biotechnology and Life Sciences Summer College (SCIBLS) NCSU is offering a summer program for high
school rising juniors and seniors in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. All SCIBLS courses meet July 6July 31, 2015 and meet from 9:00am to 3:30pm Monday through Friday and it is a combination of lecture and
laboratory sessions. Introductions to Molecular Biology, Biochemistry Laboratory Practices and Microbial
Biotechnology are offered. For more information, visit www.cals.ncsu.edu/scibls and applications close May
1, 2015.
NCSU Design Camp Students interested in art, design, architecture, graphic design, engineering or other
creative minds should apply to Design Camp. NC State University Design Camp is an action-packed week of
inspiration, challenges and fun. For more information, visit: http://design.ncsu.edu/academics/design-lab-k12-education/pre-college-programs/design-camp and space is limited, first come, first serve - sign up
TODAY!
NCSU Summer Textile Exploration Program (STEP) NCSU’s College of Textiles is offering a week-long summer
program for rising high school seniors. There are 4 week-long sessions with up to 30 students per session.
Students will live on campus and will learn about the departments, degrees, scholarships and opportunities
available in the college. For more information and to apply, visit https://www.tx.ncsu.edu/admissions/precollege-activities/step/index.cfm All materials should be received no later than Friday May 1, 2015 at 5:00
p.m. The cost of the program is ONLY $150.
NCSU Young Investigators’ Summer Program in Nuclear Engineering Are you interested in what role nuclear
technologies play in meeting the needs of society and solving everyday problems? NCSU is offering a
combination of group projects, labs, lectures, guest speakers and industry field trips for high school juniors,
seniors and graduating seniors. For more information, please visit
http://www.ne.ncsu.edu/news/article/27392/ and applications close on May 15, 2015.
NYU PreCollege New York University offers rising juniors and seniors the opportunity to earn college credit
and experience college life in New York City. For more information and to apply, visit
http://www.nyu.edu/admissions/precollege.html Applications are available online and priority deadline is
April 14 with the final application deadline of July 1, 2015.
QuestBridge College Prep Scholars Students are uniquely prepared to gain admission and full scholarships to
top tier colleges through QuestBridge. Typical scholars are among the brightest low-income high school
juniors who have shown academic excellence despite facing economic challenges. Eligible students must have
an unweighted GPA of 3.5 or above and come from families earning less than $60,000 annually (for a typically
family of four) with limited assets. For more information and to apply, visit: www.questbridge.org and
application are accepted through March for juniors and September for seniors.
Redesigning Our Future Two leading organizations - the Center for the Environment at Catawba College
and Rocky Mountain Institute - are partnering to provide an opportunity for young environmental leaders to
learn, create, share, interact, grow, connect, and build relationships. You know you have unique talents and
particular interests; at Redesigning Our Future, you will learn the skills needed to use your passions to create a
sustainable world. The summit is open to students who will be 14-17 years of age by the time of the 2015
summit. The student portion of the 2015 Summit tuition for students is $490. This covers most of the cost of
meals and lodging for the 5-day/4-night Summit. For more information, please visit:
http://www.centerfortheenvironment.org/redesigning-our-future.html and the deadline for early application
discount is April 1st, 2015 and final tuition payment is due July 4th, 2015.
Tar Heels Girls State A week long opportunity to learn about the workings of local and state government using
hands on experience where you can form a local non-partisan government with other citizens from your “city”
and elect state officials and a governor on Friday. Requirements: Must be 16-17 years old to attend (rising
senior), Must be in the upper third of your class, Be a NC resident for at least 1 year and be eligible for US
Citizenship (unless already a citizen) The summer session is June 14-20, 2015 at Catawba College in Salisbury,
NC. Cost: $400 per person includes room, meals, information packet, 2 uniform shirts and all activities for the
week. Citizens are required to attend an orientation that is most convenient for them before attending THGS.
For further information please visit this website: www.thgs.com
UNC Splash UNC Chapel Hill hosts a one-day opportunity for high school students to take unique classes
ranging from Marine Biodiversity to Cake Decorating, or from Sports Medicine to Computer Programing.
Students in 9th-12th grade can take as many classes as you want from 8:00-4:00 on Saturday, April 11 and all
classes are held on UNC's campus. The cost is $15, which includes lunch and all class materials. For further
information and to register, visit: https://splashunc.learningu.org/
Enrichment Opportunities with Rolling Deadlines
Boston University Summer Term Boston University offers several summer programs for high school students.
Programs vary in duration, restrictions in age, receiving college credit and deadlines. Programs include High
School Honors, Research Internship in Science and Engineering, Academic Immersion, Summer Challenge and
Summer Preview. For more information and to apply, visit http://www.bu.edu/summer/high-schoolprograms/ There is no application deadline but the sooner you apply, the better- space can be limited.
CĬEE High School Abroad & Gap Year CĬEE offers several programs to high school students whether you are
looking for a summer program, leadership academy, or gap year abroad. For more information and to apply,
visit http://www.ciee.org/high-school-study-abroad/
Cornell University Summer College Cornell University is offering summer programs for high school students.
Students can earn 3-6 college credits, work with Cornell faculty, and attend a college fair and receive one-onone admissions counseling. For more information and to apply, visit http://www.sce.cornell.edu/sc/
CSI Camp 2014 Waynesburg University is offering their 9th annual CSI camp in June 2015. Students will have
the opportunity to learn from certified experts in surveillance techniques, forensic science, canine workshops
and learn the role of forensics in court cases. For more information and to apply, visit
http://info.waynesburg.edu/CSI-Camp/
Discover Duke University The Pratt School of Engineering and the Arts & Humanities will have an Open House.
For more information and to apply, visit http://www.admissions.duke.edu
DreamSports Part-Time Jobs Dream Sports Center is currently hiring for multiple positions. To apply, you
must be 16 years or older, have a 3.0+ GPA, and have a letter of recommendation from a teacher. For more
information and to apply, visit http://www.dreamsportscenter.com/about-us/jobs/
DUKE TIP Duke University’s program aims to identify academically talented students and help them to reach
their potential. Duke TIP offers diverse summer programs that challenge students with fast-paced courses
across liberal arts and science curricula. For more information and to apply, visit http://tip.duke.edu/node/61
Spaces fill quickly to apply early.
Duke Youth Programs Duke Youth Programs have offered summer academic enrichment for motivated
students for over 20 years. The camps offered approach learning as a shared responsibility among students,
instructors, and counselors. For more information and to apply, visit http://www.learnmore.duke.edu/youth/
Emory Pre-College Program 2015 Emory University offers rising juniors and seniors the opportunity to
experience college level academics with either six-week credit courses, three-week non-credit institutes, or
two-week non-credit courses. For more information and to apply, visit http://precollege.emory.edu/
George Washington Pre-College Programs Students interested in getting to know more about George
Washington University and participating in credit and noncredit summer programs should look here. Students
who are in grades 9-11 can participate in the following topic areas of study: Arts, Business and Economics,
Engineering, English, Writing and Communications, Government, Law and International Relations, History,
Culture and the Humanities, Mathematics and Science and Medicine and Health Sciences. For more
information, visit: www.summer.gwu.edu
Grade Power ACT/SAT Student Survey Grade Power Learning (formerly Oxford Learning) is interested in
understanding High School student’s attitudes towards SAT/ACT Test preparation. These attitudes will be collected in a
brief survey of approximately 8-12 questions. Grade Power is looking for 4 students to help them collect 20 surveys per
student. Students may promote survey through groups, friends, online (facebook) or offline. Grade Power Learning will
provide survey information and link to the survey. Student compensation includes $100, a free ACT/SAT practice test,
and resume experience. For more information and to apply, contact Sean Mitton, Education Coordinator, Phone: 919462-3330 [email protected] http://gradepowerlearning.com/locations/north-carolina/cary
High School Apprenticeship Program This is a highly selective, commuter program for high school juniors and
seniors who demonstrate an interest in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics). HSAP is
an Army-funded university research laboratory. Students receive an educational stipend equivalent to $10 per
hour and are allowed to work up to 300 hours total. For more information, visit: www.usaeop.com
ISV Student Ambassador Program The International Student Volunteer program is an opportunity for juniors
and seniors to represent their country and volunteer abroad during the summer with other student volunteer
ambassadors. The program is 4 weeks long: 2 weeks of volunteer service, and 2 weeks of exploration of the
host country. All students who complete the ISV U.S. Student Ambassador Program will receive the
President’s Volunteer Service Award. For more information and to apply, visit http://www.isvolunteers.org/
JSA Summer Programs The Junior State of America summer programs give students the opportunity to
strengthen leadership skills, live on a college campus, and study with university professors. This is an
academic program for freshman, sophomores, and juniors focusing on current events and civic engagement.
For more information on the programs and to apply, visit http://jsa.org/summer-programs/
NC Health Careers Access Program The leadership series for future healthcare professionals is 10 series of 2
hour evening programs that will teach, inspire, and motivate students interested in the health care field. Each
program is on UNC Chapel Hill’s campus and enrollment is open to middle and high school students. For more
information and to sign up: www.nchcap.unc.edu and spaces are limited.
NC State University Reading Skills and Speed Reading Programs NCSU is offering programs from 4 year olds
through high school students, college students and adults to learn more about phonics, comprehension,
vocabulary, study skills, speed reading and the love of reading. All programs meet once per week and are
offered in different times throughout the summer. For more information or to register, please call (800) 9030162.
NC Youth Conservation Corps (NCYCC) NCYCC is a partnership between the Conservation Trust of North
Carolina and the Vermont Youth Conservation Corps that gives students the opportunity to make a lasting
impact on North Carolina’s landscape. Youth ages 16-24 who have a strong work ethic, a desire to make a
difference and are open to listening and learning may apply. Compensation includes a paycheck, real work
experience and training, and the opportunity to spend your summer outdoors. For more information and to
apply, visit http://www.ctnc.org/about/ycc/
Oxbridge Academic Programs Three new Oxbridge student programs from summer 2015 include: Oxbridge
St. Andrews (grades 10-12): June 14-July 14, 2015, Oxbridge UCLA (grades 10-12): June 22-July 17, 2015, and
the Oxbridge One Week Seminar (grades 10-12): August 2-9. 2015. These programs offer four weeks of
academic and creative immersion in spectacular settings. For more information, call (212) 932-3049 or email
them at [email protected]
Oxford and Cambridge Advanced Studies Program This opportunity is of academic relevance and cultural
enrichment for high school students. Students would live and study like an undergraduate at Oxford this July.
For more information, visit: www.oxbridgeedge.com or email [email protected]
People to People Leadership Ambassador Program People to People’s 2015 Leadership Summit gives
students the opportunity to join future leaders from over 140 counties in discussion, educational experiences,
and create life-long connections. For more information and to apply, visit
http://www.peopletopeople.com/our-programs/leadership-ambassadors/become-a-leadership-ambassador
Regis Summer College Regis College offers a two week program for high school juniors and seniors to earn up
to six college credits in the School of Nursing, Science and Health Profession, or the School of Liberal Arts,
Education, and Social Sciences. For more information and to apply, visit
http://www.regiscollege.edu/undergraduate_programs/High_School_Program.cfm
Seton Hall University Leaders This leadership and scholarship program could be a great fit for you! Leaders at
Seton Hall receive a coveted research spot at the Children’s National Medical Center in Washington, D.C. For
more information, visit: www.shu.edu/go/leaders
Shelton Leadership Challenge ECU is offering a one-week summer program for rising 9-12 grade students.
Students will expand their knowledge and skills on what it takes to be a leader. Students must have a
minimum of a 3.0 unweighted GPA and the cost is $600 for the 6-day program. For more information and to
apply, visit http://www.ecu.edu/cs-admin/oeied/What-is-Shelton-Leadership-Challenge.cfm The next session
will be July 12-17, 2015. The Shelton Challenge is also available starting on June 14-19 at NC State’s campus.
For more information, please visit, www.ncsu.edu/sheltonchallenge
Smith College Summer Programs Smith College is offering summer programs for academically talented and
motivated high school females. Programs vary in schedule and financial aid is available. For more information
and to apply, visit http://www.smith.edu/summer/
Sports Announcing Camp Waynesburg University is offering their 5th annual Sports Announcing Camp in June
2015. Students will learn and practice necessary skills to become a successful sportscaster. For more
information and to apply, visit http://www.waynesburg.edu/blog/fifth-annual-sports-announcing-camp-to-beheld-at-waynesburg
Stanford Pre-Collegiate Studies Stanford University offers many study programs for highly motivated,
intellectually curious students. They have High School Summer College, Summer Humanities Institute and
Stanford Youth Orchestra, Summer Institutes for High School students, University-Level Online Math and
Physics Courses and an online high school. More information can be found at
https://spcs.stanford.edu/programs
Stanford Youth Orchestra The Stanford Youth Orchestra brings together the finest young musicians from
around the world to participate in a three-week intensive summer program at Stanford University.
Participants may live in residence or commute as day students. The program runs in July 2015. For more
information and to apply, visit http://youthorchestra.stanford.edu/
Study Abroad in Germany The Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange Program (CBYX) is for motivated high
school students who want to fully immerse themselves in German culture by living with a host family and
attending a local high school. For more information and to apply, visit
http://www.usagermanyscholarship.org
Summer at St. Andrews St. Andrews University in Laurinburg, NC offers 3 consecutive week-long sessions for
students’ grades 8-12. Students can attend any or all sessions and have a variety of courses from which to
choose. For more information and to register, visit http://academiccampnc.org/
Summer Youth Leadership Program NC Community Development Initiative is offering an eight-week, paid
internship for rising high school seniors. Students will intern in their home county, participating in seminars
and field trips, and connect with peers, as well as community, state, and business leaders. For more
information and to apply, visit http://www.ncinitiative.org/leadership-development/youth Applications will
be available in the Spring of 2015.
Tufts University Summer Programs Students interested in summer programs at Tufts University should check
this out! Students can study in five pre-college programs in Writing, Law and Ethics, Health Science,
Bioinformatics and college courses as well as SAT prep workshops and planning sessions while you live on
campus. For more information and to enroll, visit: go.tufts.edu/summer and the dates listed for the program
are June 30-August 7, 2015.
TeenLife This wonderful website lists nearly 15,000 summer, gap and community service options in the US and
abroad. Make sure to visit this website for more information, www.TeenLife.com
WorldStrides Summer These summer program represents the best in academic, adventure, cultural-linguistic
immersion and community service. There are opportunities in earning college credit, participating in travel all
around the world and engaging with fun Directors and faculty. For more information and to apply, visit:
www.worldstridessummer.com
Youth for Understanding Study Abroad Youth for Understanding USA offers year, semester, and summer long
programs in more than 40 countries. Scholarships are available. For more information and to apply, visit
http://www.yfu-usa.org/