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A residential summer program for high school students!
A Residential Learning Experience at Storrs
Students will learn how to manage college life firsthand through college level coursework and career exploration. Students will live on campus and participate in various extracurricular activities in the evenings. With access to UConn's state-of-the-art facilities, including libraries, residence halls, dining halls, and more, students live the life of a college student within a 1-week on-campus experience.
Regional Campus Learning
UConn has five campuses across Connecticut. Each campus has a unique course offerings that support the surrounding industries. At UConn Pre-College Summer we offer courses that take place at some of these campuses. Participants live the life of a regional campus college student within a 1 week on-campus experience, living at Storrs and learning at a regional campus.
Avery Point: Located on the shoreline in CT this campus boasts robust studies in marine sciences and partnerships with local industry partners such as General Dynamics, Electric Boat, and Mystic Aquarium among others. UConn Pre-College Summer Courses at Avery Point include: Marine Biology, Pre-Vet: Marine Animal Health & Veterinary Science.
Hartford: Located in Connecticut's Capital, Hartford offers a city campus feel while maintaining intimate learning environments. The campus is immersed in the city of Hartford with partnerships in social service organizations, government, and the insurance industry. UConn Pre-College Summer courses at Hartford include: Public Service for the Common Good, Social Work, and Nursing.
UConn Health: Located in Farmington CT on a campus that includes a variety of medical services and research facilities. This campus is where many of our medical school students are learning. UConn Pre-College Summer offers Pre-Med: Explore the Medical Field at this campus.
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Explore. Create. Pursue.
UConn Pre-College Summer (PCS) is a comprehensive and immersive summer experience designed for high school students seeking to gain college-level academic experience, and prepare for the next steps in their academic journey. Offering a wide-range of courses taught by distinguished faculty members and industry professionals, UConn PCS enables students to explore various academic subjects and in some cases, to earn college credits that may be transferable to future institutions. Courses are offered in a variety of fields, including STEM, humanities, social sciences, and the arts. Throughout the program, high school students have the opportunity to attend workshops, seminars, and guest speaker events focused on leadership, time management, study skills, and college readiness.
UConn PCS is open to high school students (age 14-17) from all over the country and world, creating a diverse and inclusive community of learners. Whether you are interested in exploring new academic subjects, preparing for college, or meeting like-minded peers, UConn's Pre-College Summer program is the perfect opportunity to challenge yourself and discover your passions.
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“UConn's Pre-College Summer program gave me the confidence I needed going into my junior year and in that one week, I can proudly say that I found myself.”
– Atteb R.