 | Don't Snooze on Summer Planning I February 23, 2012 |  |  |  | Sure, it feels like summer is still a long way off. But whether you're an underclassman hoping to set your future application apart from the crowd or a senior heading off to campus next fall, you need to start searching and applying to summer programs now—some deadlines have already passed! And don't forget to join us on Thursday, April 12th from 4-5 p.m. EDT for our #OnMyWay Twitter Chat! It's almost decision time, so join us for some advice on choosing your college, and learn about other options for after graduation.
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College admission officers treasure applicants who challenge themselves and push their boundaries, both inside and outside the classroom. Precollege summer programs offer invaluable opportunities to take advanced courses, preview career options, or travel abroad—often while earning college credit. |  |
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Where do you want to go? What do you want to do? The options are practically endless, so SummerProgramSearch.com lets you choose an academic field, music and arts focus, instructional sport, or special interest. If you want to limit your search to specific states or countries, you can do that, too. Then view detailed program descriptions, compare features, and start applying! |  |
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Finding the right school is easy! Fill out our 60 second form and start receiving personalized program and financial aid information from schools that fit you!
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Don't be scared off by summer programs that cost several thousand dollars—some of the most prestigious and well-regarded programs are offered at no cost to students. Read about a few on the CollegeXpress summer programs blog, plus tips on applying to these selective programs. Bookmark the Summer Programs section on CollegeXpress for regular blog updates, in-depth articles, and expert advice to help make this summer count. |  |
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You know that attending a pre-college summer program lets you study a subject in depth, prepare for college life, and make new friends. But did you know it could one day help you win an Oscar? Read about how attending summer programs in the performing arts helped Natalie Portman, Zac Efron, and Robert Downey, Jr., on their way to stardom and get tips on finding and applying to theater programs. |  |
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A: When you attend a summer program on a college campus, you are showing that you devoted meaningful time on your academics and that you are focused on learning more about a specific topic. Read more of the answer from Mike Gunther, Program Manager for Recruitment at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. Read more of the responses and find answers to all of your questions on Ask the Experts, a great resource for questions about student life and beyond on CollegeXpress. | | |
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