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College Prep
Pre-College Enrichment & SAT Prep
Program Overview
Location:
Emerson College (Boston, MA)
Dates:
Session 1: June 13 - 26, 2010 Session 2: June 27 - July 10, 2010 Session 3: July 11 - 24, 2010 Session 4: July 25 - August 7, 2010 *Choose a 2-week option or combine two sessions for 4-weeks total
Campus Visits:
Harvard, MIT, Boston University, Wellesley, Yale, Columbia, NYU, and more!
Optional Travel Extension:
New York City
Major:
SAT Prep with The Princeton Review
Elective:
College Guidance: Essay-Writing and Admissions
Housing:
Student dormitory
Level:
Grades 9 - 12
High school students applying to college today are more prepared than ever before, making the already stressful process even more competitive. Abbey Road's intensive pre-college enrichment and test preparation summer program gives you the necessary tools to compete at the highest level during the college admission process. College admissions classes and seminars are thorough and catered to meet each student's needs and academic level. The core SAT component of the program is facilitated directly by The Princeton Review, a leader in test prep courses. We are proud to collaborate with The Princeton Review in order to offer our students the best preparation possible: Their Satisfaction Guarantee will give you the confidence you need to achieve your desired scores! You will also have great fun experiencing college life in the heart of Boston, on the Emerson College campus. Find out what it's like to live, study, and dine like a college student while discovering some of the most beautiful campuses of the Northeast and making many new friends.
Curriculum Development
The summer college-prep program staff is unparalleled in their expertise in the field of College Admissions Preparation and closely monitors student progress through mentoring sessions and one-on-one tutoring. The Abbey Road teaching methodology and curriculum was developed by Dr. Arthur Kian. Arthur Kian received his Ph.D. and M.A. from Stanford University. He has worked as an Instructor with the Stanford Education Program for Gifted Youth (EPGY) and as an Academic Consultant with the Stanford Program on International and Cross- Cultural Education (SPICE).
Optional Travel Extension: New York City
Those attendees of Session 4 interested in visiting New York area schools may take part in a three-day optional travel extension at the program's end. The fast-paced environment of New York City is a true melting pot of culture and diversity. The group will visit some of New York City's most prestigious universities, such as Columbia and NYU, as well as such iconic sites as Times Square, Central Park, the Empire State Building and the Statue of Liberty.
Academics
All students are enrolled in the daily SAT prep course as well as the afternoon College Admissions Prep and Essay Writing elective.
The Princeton Review SAT Test Prep (Major)
The SAT Test Prep course is taught directly by The Princeton Review. The Princeton Review's SAT prep course includes daily classroom instruction and full length practice tests. You will continue to benefit from The Princeton Review course by receiving additional help after the end of our program. Before you take your scheduled SAT test, you will receive yet another review session and practice test for free as part of the Fall Wrap-up program through The Princeton Review and Abbey Road. Satisfaction Guarantee: The Princeton Review guarantees that students who complete all classes, tests, and homework and attend the Fall Wrap-up will be satisfied with their scores on the SAT. Any students not satisfied with his or her scores may attend a refresher course free of charge at any Princeton Review location.
College Admissions Prep and Essay Writing (elective)
This elective course offers a comprehensive approach to college admissions, based on your admissions goals and current high school level. For students unfamiliar with admissions procedures, counselors will determine a range of schools that meet your needs and then devise a specific plan of action for admission to each one. Counselors work closely with juniors and seniors on the nuances of self-marketing helping them to craft a unique, consistent picture, both through written materials and personal interviews. All students benefit from coursework and mentoring sessions in personal statement essay writing, from brainstorming potential topics and editing the first draft to polishing the final product.
In addition, you can participate in workshops on improving your college applications, choosing the right major and on analytical research and writing. Social and recreational activities will also be offered since we know how important it is to have time to relax and have fun.
Housing
Dorm Residence at Emerson College
Conveniently located on the internationally recognized Emerson College campus, Abbey Road's College Prep Program allows students to benefit from all the conveniences a modern college campus provides. Students live together in college dorms, with supervision provided by Abbey Road Resident Advisors, and have access to all dorm amenities, from wi-fi equipped lounges and study rooms to dining halls and fitness centers.
Daily Schedule
After their morning and afternoon classes, students may choose from a variety of recreational options, free time, or excursions to local college campuses such as Harvard, Tufts, and Columbia, to name a few. Each day provides new opportunities for students to gain practical knowledge that can be immediately applied to their college applications! Outside of class time, you can also take advantage of the excitement of college residential life and access to Boston's city center, historic neighborhoods, waterfront and famous Theater district.
Campus Visits
Campus excursions will complement the academic program by taking students to many different colleges in the area of Boston and New York. Students will take tours of each campus and meet with college advisors who will answer any questions they may have about enrollment and admissions.
What's Included
Our program fee includes:
Tuition
Course materials
SAT Prep Course (major)
1 elective course
Lodging
3 meals a day
Pre-planned day trips and activities
Student orientation and packet
What's Not Included
Our program fee does not include:
Airfare
Student Insurance
The fee for the College Prep program can be found here:
Now is the time to apply! There is currently availability on this program. Due to strong interest, however, we encourage serious students to apply soon.
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If you have any special questions about the program or need assistance with the application process, please call us toll-free at (888) 462-2239. From outside the U.S call +1-310-473-7300 or email us at info@goabbeyroad.com.
Summer College Prep Study Abroad Programs Authenticity Statement:
Abbey Road college prep summer programs for high school students are focused on delivering an educational experience to the participants. Our college prep programs for high school students employ experiential learning methods including aspects of the communicative approach into its methodology while promoting language learning, use and interaction in real, non-simulated situations. Our summer pre-college programs for high school students are offered in Italy, Spain, Spain, England and USA which are all focused on the educational value delivered to our high school summer college prep study abroad students. If you have any questions regarding how to compare programs from different organizations, we encourage you to call our admissions staff to ask questions about our College Prep Program and discuss the benefits of Abbey Road's uniqe and intensive summer college prep experience for high school students.
