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1.

P.E.O.P.L.E. Program

Pre-College Enrichment Opportunity Program for Learning Excellence

 

 

University of Wisconsin-Madison

1305 Linden Drive, Suite 240

Madison, WI 53706

Four year learning adventure that challenges and stimulates underrepresented students considering a college education.  100% of PEOPLE Program participants graduate from High School and 9% enroll in higher education.  Must have a 2.75 GPA.

www.peopleprogram.wisc.edu

 

608-262-715

 

Due: April 17, 2009

 

Must apply Freshmen Year!

2.

Upward Bound

Math and Science Program

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

Mitchell Hall 205

P.O. Box 413

Milwaukee, WI 53201

Works with students in grades 9-12 to help them realize their potential to excel in math and science.  During both the Academic School year and the summer program portion students attend after school tutoring, advisor meetings, enrichment workshops, and cultural activities and participate in community service.  

http://www4.uwm.edu/trio/ub/

 

414-229-4434

 

 

3.

Future Success Program

(FSP)

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

Mitchell Hall 109

P.O. Box 413

Milwaukee, WI 53201

A merging of the Student Success Program and the Future Leaders Program designed to ensure students and their parents receive information and academic support services necessary for college admission and completion.  Includes college prep coursework, registration and completion of the ACT exam, timely submission of college and financial aid applications and scholarship forms. Must have 2.5 GPA.

http://www4.uwm.edu/trio/ub/

 

414-229-2592

4.

Talent Search Program

University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee

Mitchell Hall 233

P.O. Box 413

Milwaukee, WI 53201

Identifies, encourages and assists disadvantaged individuals who have the potential to succeed in higher education.  The goal is to increase the number of youth from disadvantaged backgrounds who complete high school and enroll in postsecondary education. 

http://www4.uwm.edu/trio/ub/

 

414-229-3813

5.

ROADS 2010

Research Opportunity Academic Development in Science

Medical College of Wisconsin

8701 Watertown Plank Road

Milwaukee, WI 53226

Each student assists a Faculty investigator who acts as their mentor on a current research project.  Provides participants with a meaningful experience in a health-related field and stimulates their interest in careers in science, medicine and biomedical research. Students will conduct their own research and present their results at the ROADS Scholars Research Symposium.  Must have math and science GPA of at least a 3.2.

www.mcw.edu/diversityprogramss

 

414-456-8734

 

Due: March 1, 2010

Encouraged to Apply Early

 

Must be entering junior or senior year in High School or expected to graduate in June 2010.

6.

AIM 2010

Apprenticeship In Medicine

Medical College of Wisconsin

8701 Watertown Plank Road

Milwaukee, WI 53226

An intensive six-week summer program, in which students participate in a variety of “clinical” hands-on experiences.  Participants gain an understanding and appreciation of common, important medical problems. Must have math and science GPA of at least a 3.0.

www.mcw.edu/diversityprogram

 

414-456-8734

 

Due: March 1, 2010

Encouraged to Apply Early

 

Must be entering junior or senior year in High School or expected to graduate in June 2010.

7.

Pre-College Saturday Classes

Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design  (MIAD)

273 E. Erie St.

Milwaukee, WI 53202

All classes are on Saturdays 9-noon or 1-pm.

  1. Creating the Scholarship-Level Portfolio

-Grades 11-12

-$225

  1. Figure Drawing

-Grades 10-12

-$165

  1. Beginning Drawing for the Portfolio

-Grades 9-12

-$165

  1. Photography: “The World Is Its Own Magic”

-Grades 10-12

-$255

  1. Career Exploration: Introduction to Client Driven Design

-Grades 9-12

-$165

http://www.miad.edu/precollege

 

414-847-3330 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

8.

ASI

Academic Success Institute

University of Wisconsin-La Crosse

243 Graff Main Hall

1725 State Street

La Crosse, WI 54601

Helps multicultural and disadvantaged students make a successful transition from high school to college.  A six-week summer bridge program for incoming freshmen that runs concurrently with UW-L’s summer session.  Students live in a residence halls have their meals at the student union and attend classes four days a week (Mon-Thur).  There are additional workshops and activities planned on the weekends.  Must have a GPA of at least a 2.0.

http://www.uwlax.edu/

 

608-785-8225

 

March 15th, 2010

Encouraged to Apply Early

9.

Badger Boys State

Wisconsin American Legion

Ripon College

Prior to June 2010:

P.O. Box 388

Portage, WI 53901

Mailing during session:

P.O. Box 748

Ripon, WI 54971

This program is designed to each young men that the American form of government is stronger and more vital in today’s world of struggle and change then ever before.  The young men will elect their own municipal, county and state officials; they will frame, present and pass their own ordinance and laws. 

www.badgerboysstate.com

 

608-745-1090 or 920-748-7856

 

 

10.

Badger Girls State

Wisconsin American Legion Auxiliary

University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh

208 Oscelola Street

Oshkosh, WI 54901

Designed to train future stateswomen in the science of government. Goals are to: develop leadership and pride, to educate about our government, instill a greater understanding of American traditions, and to stimulate a desire to maintain our democratic government process.  The participants are divided into two political parties and they develop their own party platforms and formulate their own issues, they “learn by doing.”  Must be a Junior.

www.amlegionauxwi.org www.legion-aux.org

www.badgergirlsstate.org

 

608-745-0124 or email at: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

Due: March 15, 2010

11.

Pre-College Programs

  • APPLE
  • ESTEEM
  • MATH
  • PEP
  • WYN
  • YES

 

University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh

Center for Academic Support and Diversity

800 Algoma Blvd.

Oshkosh, WI 54901
  1. APPLE: Aspiring Pupils for Professional Leadership in Education-For those pursuing teaching careers. Grades 8-10 eligible. 
  2. ESTEEM: Exploring Science, Technology and Engineering Education Majors-hands-on laboratory experience to engage and increase interest in the science, technology, math and engineering fields. Grades 8-10 eligible.
  3. MATH: Making Aspirations Turn to Honors- Emphasis is aimed at increasing students’ performance in the math portion of the ACT. Grade 11
  4. PEP: Pre-College Enrichment Program-Provide academic and personal development courses and activities to help students prepare for college. Grades 8-9 eligible. 
  5. WYN: Wisconsin Youth in Nursing-Prepares students for college Nursing Programs. Grades 10-12 eligible.
  6. YES: Young Entrepreneurial Scholars- Helps students prepare for business careers in college. RESUME REQUIRED.  Grades 10-12 eligible.

www.uwosh.edu

 

920-424-2115 or email at: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

Due: March 1, 2010

12.

High School Summer Scholars Program

Washington University -St. Louis

Campus Box 1145

One Brookings Dr.

St. Louis, Missouri 63130

Lets students choose a couple of college courses and earn up to seven units of college credit in five weeks.

  • Open to current high school Sophomore or Juniors,
  • Must have a B+ or better,
  • Have a combined SAT score of at least 1800 or combined PSAT of 180 or have a composite ACT or PLAN of at least 25.

www.Summerscholars.wustl.edu

 

866-209-0691 or email at: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

Due: May 7-Session A (June 13)

Due: June 1-Session B (July 18)

 

13.

Young Writers Institute

Washington University -St. Louis

Campus Box 1145

One Brookings Dr.

St. Louis, Missouri 63130

This two-week institute for high school students is part of our Summer Writers Institute and includes personal conferences, readings, craft talks, open-mike time and panel discussions.  Earn three units of college credit.

  • Open to current high school Sophomore or Junior,
  • Must have a B or better, and
  • Must submit a personal writing sample to share.

www.Swi.ucollege.wustl.edu

 

314-935-6720 or email at: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

Due: May 78