In addition to participating in the following programs, high school students with a B or better grade point average may enroll as nondegree students in summer session courses at the 100- or 200-level. For more information, call 202-885-2421, or e-mail summer@american.edu.
Washington Community of Scholars Program
Designed for rising junior and senior high school students, the Washington Community of Scholars Program at American University is an opportunity for academically-outstanding high school students to take a 3-credit course which enhances their preparation for college. This program introduces students to the advancing fields of international relations, conflict resolution, environmental politics, government, justice studies or journalism. During this three week program, students learn from highly regarded members of the AU faculty in small, interactive classes while obtaining college credit. Students will experience how national and international leaders put theory into practice through guest speakers, site visits, and an introduction to the institutions of Washington that turn ideas into action. Taking a college course helps prepare students for the expectations of higher education and will add value to their college application and resume. For more information email communityofscholars@american.edu or visit the Washington Community of Scholars Program.
Discover the World of Communication
The School of Communication (SOC) offers an exciting opportunity to explore the world of communication through hands-on noncredit courses open to all high school students. Courses are taught by SOC faculty as well as working professionals including journalists, filmmakers, and web writers and designers on American University’s campus and use the resources of the university and locations in Washington, D.C. Courses are two or four weeks in length and meet Monday through Friday during the morning and/or afternoon. Activities, guest speakers, events, and field trips are planned regularly throughout the summer. Students can take several classes to have a rich palette of experiences during the summer. For more information, contact 202-885-2098 or communication@american.edu or go to SOC High School Program.
National Student Leadership Conference (NSLC) College Credit Program
Through American University’s partnership with the NSLC, participants can earn 1 or 2 college credits in a variety of subjects including international diplomacy, international law and human rights, business and globalization, engineering systems and the global environment, intelligence and national security, global leadership studies, global public health, U.S. policy and politics, civil rights and the war on terror, and forensic science. The courses are taught by AU faculty in an innovative and personalized learning environment. For more information, go to NSLC College Credit Program.
Summer Sports Camps and Curl-Burke Swim School
Improve your athletic skills at camps led by AU coaches. Individual camps for soccer, volleyball, wrestling, field hockey, and lacrosse are held throughout the summer on the AU campus. For more information, contact AU Athletics at 202-885-3000 or go to Summer Sports Camps.
In addition, the Curl-Burke Swim Club runs a summer swim school. For more information, contact tkelly@cubu.org or go to CUBU
American Collegiate Adventures
American Collegiate Adventures (ACA) offers the country’s most comprehensive pre-college programs. Spend four weeks at American University, renowned for its academic excellence, outstanding recreational resources and world-class research facilities. Tackle a 3-credit college course run by AU faculty in Government, Politics, Journalism and more, featuring behind-the-scenes field trips to some of the world's most influential destinations. Try an enrichment course in business, writing, media, history or the arts; take an SAT or ACT Prep; or pursue fulfilling community service opportunities and then brace yourself for adventure-filled afternoons and evenings exploring D.C. Serving up the best D.C. has to offer, ACA includes tours of the universities, landmarks and locations that have defined us as a country and as a culture. Adding to the tremendous local opportunities, you’ll hit the road every weekend to tour the renowned universities of the northeast including distinguished Ivy League schools, feel history come alive at Independence Hall in Philly, catch some rays in Ocean City, Maryland and explore the historic Freedom Trail in Boston. Students who want true immersion in life at a top-caliber college will find this experience unrivaled! For more information, email info@acasummer.com or visit www.acasummer.com.
