Pre-College Programs - University of Maryland



LIFT Summer Academy

LIFT 2012 Summer Application Form Download.

(Space is still available for Summer 2012, Apply Today)

 

The LIFT Summer Academy provides 9th-12th grade students a flexible, affordable, and enriching experience that prepares them to excel in high school, college, and beyond.

The Summer Academy is a 6-week program made up of three institutes that can be taken individually or combined to fit a student’s needs. The institutes immerse students in the college experience through academic sessions and the opportunity to live on the University of Maryland campus, where they will be able to enhance their academic, social, and leadership skills.

  

Detailed curriculum information will be available soon. Both residential and day student programs are available for students. The institutes offered for the 2012 Summer Academy are the following:

Academic Enrichment Program

Research and Writing Institute

(June 17-29)

From application essays to final papers, writing is an essential part of college. This two-week session will expose students to the research process and teach them applicable writing methods that will benefit them both in the college application process and in their college career.

STEM Institute

(July 1-July 6)

Science, technology, math, and engineering majors are among the most competitive in the job market. This institute will give students a solid ground in the STEM fields to better prepare them for their college courses and start them on a journey to innovation and success.

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Introduction to public Policy (Option: US Policy or Foreign Policy)

(July 1-July 6)

University of Maryland’s location just outside the nation’s capital allows it to be close to the political action that affects our daily lives. During this week long session, students will learn policy players, process, and strategy in U.S. or foreign policy so that one day they may pursue public office!

 

College Success Program

College Prep Institute

(July 8-July 20)

As college admissions become more competitive each year, good grades aren't always enough. This session will help students’ college applications shine and SAT scores reach new heights to give students an edge in the application process.

 

 

The  LIFT  Program  strives  to  provide  quality  enrichment  programs  at  affordable  prices.  

Summer  2012 Fees:

 

The LIFT Summer 2012 Rates

Session
Program Cost
Room and Board
Commuter Total
Residential Total
Research and Writing or SAT/College Application(2 Week)
$995
$775
$995
$1,770
STEM or Policy (1 week)
$595
$400
$595
$995
3 week Package
$1,545
$995
$1,545
$2,540
5 Week Package
$2,195
$1,400
$2,195
$3,595
6 week Summer Academy
(Includes week-long college tour)
$2,595
$1,695
N/A
$4,290

 


 

Download LIFT Summer 2012  Application. Apply Today!

For more information please email LIFT@UMD.edu or call (301)-405-0895