Course and Program Options for High School Students

Enrollment options

High school students are welcome at the University of Vermont, through a variety of enrollment options, in an array of program and course offerings. Whether your goal is to get a jump on college, take a challenging or unique course not available in your high school or ease your transition into your future college career, UVM Summer U has many ways for you to access the University community.

Summer University

• Entry-level courses appropriate for high school students.
• Learn how to make better decisions about college studies and career goals.
• Get a feel for what it's like to take notes in a college lecture, interact with faculty and study more intensely.
• Small class sizes for more personalized attention from instructors.
• As a college-bound student, lighten your academic load during your first year of college.

World Debate Institute

• Gain a life skill - learn how to communicate in a meaningful way.
• Learn how to research a topic, express an argument and convince others - or even meet them halfway.
• Experience "boot camp for the brain and for free speech as well" (New York Times).

Summer Arts Programs

• Learn and create with nationally recognized leaders in their fields.
• Students may benefit from an intensive and transforming creative experience in the Performing Arts, Visual Arts, Multi-Media or Language Arts!
• Choose from:
  • Musical Theater Performance with faculty from the Circle in the Square Theater School
  • Latin Jazz Culture & Performance with renowned trumpeter Ray Vega (non-musicians can take percussion or Latin dance)
  • Writing and Literature
  • Dance and Movement
  • and many, many more offerings in Theater, Music, Art, Multi-Media and Language Arts!

Summer Study Programs

The Summer Study Programs at the University of Vermont offers the "Total Precollegiate Experience" for high school students presently in 9th, 10th,and 11th grade. Students can choose from two exciting academic programs. The four-week residential college credit program provides students with the opportunity to take a college course taught by distinguished UVM faculty. The four-week non-credit program provides pre-collegians with enrichment opportunities not generally offered as a part of high school curricula. Both programs include extensive recreational and outdoor activities, musical and artistic workshops, watercraft and sports clinics and more. Summer Study participants make lifelong friendships as well as get the rare opportunity to "taste" college life while still in an organized and supervised environment. Experience a summer like never before! For more information check out http://www.summerstudy.com/vermont/index.cfm or call 800-666-2556.

Please note: this program cannot be combined with the dual enrollment, academically talented, SESP or LLL programs described below.

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WHO: Students not prepared for admission to a degree program, or high school graduates who did not go to college immediately after graduation.

WHAT:

• Highly motivated students, committed to further their education.
• Not a remedial program, but guided by one-on-one sessions with an academic advisor.
• Helps students demonstrate their readiness for college in a supportive environment.
• Courses that count directly toward admission and degree requirements.

Dual Enrollment

WHO: Vermont High School Students

WHAT:

• Statewide program for high school students to access up to two UVM courses with tuition fully reimbursed by Next Generation Funds, a Vermont State Legislative funded program.
• University of Vermont courses available with this program include many summer offerings, including the Summer Arts classes, the World Debate program, and many online and on campus options.
• Funds must be used in the Legislative budget year, fiscal year July 1, 2008 to June 30, 2009.
• Interested students need only contact Nichole Hathaway, High School Student Advisor, to begin the process by calling 802.656.2085.
• Download Dual Enrollment Form

Academically Talented High School Students program

WHO: Vermont High School Students

WHAT:

• Enroll in UVM courses, gain academic credits, and receive a special tuition rate, $217 per credit.
• Students can take on campus and online courses through this program.
• Students are responsible for all course fees.

Summer Enrichment Summer Program

WHO: Low Income and First-Generation Incoming Freshman

WHAT:

• Bridge program sponsored by and administered through the ALANA Student Center.
• Introduces students to University life before the challenges of the first year formally begin.
• Participants in the program take two classes (worth 4 credits), with room and board and have paid campus jobs
• Orient to life at the University, make friends, become familiar with the campus and ease into the rigor of college courses.

Linking Learning to Life

WHO: Vermont High School Students

WHAT:

• A non-profit organization that helps K-12 students prepare for life after high school.
• College Connections program lets students explore college while still in high school.

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