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Summer Discovery @ THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN Austin, Texas DATES & TUITION TUITION INCLUDES DAY STUDENTS • term fees Day students join the program Monday thru PRE-COLLEGE PROGRAM • academic and enrichment program Thursday only, for morning and afternoon classes 3 weeks June 29 – July 18, 2014 $ 4,999 • use of facilities • housing and optional afternoon activities. One weekday 3 weeks Day Students • 2 meals daily Monday – Sunday evening of guest speakers is also included. Pick June 29 – July 17, 2014 $ 2,599 • recreation access up and drop off point will be forwarded in the spring. Application Fee (non-refundable) $ 95 • activities, trips and excursions per catalog Please Note: day students are not permitted to Damage/Key Security Deposit $ 300 NOT INCLUDED attend other evening and all weekend activities • airfare and excursions. *For students completing grades 9, 10, 11, 12 • airport transfers (available for $40 each way) • books and classroom materials *Payment Schedule / Refund Policy: See page 115 • course supplements • lunches and meals eaten off campus • medical expenses • linens, blanket and pillow • laundry, souvenirs , and spending money ($100-$125 per week suggested) 26 apply online at summerdiscovery.com • 516.621.3939 Founded in 1883, the University of Texas at Austin is one of the top research universities in the world. UT Austin is a perfect example of the motto, “Everything is bigger in Texas,” with over 50,000 undergraduate and graduate students from 120 countries. Located in Austin, the state capital and a creative and entrepreneurial hub, UT Austin sits on a beautiful 325 acre Summer Disc campus. UT Austin provides unique opportunities for Summer Discovery students focused on bold new ideas and multi-disciplinary learning. o v er th The university is often referred to as one of the “Public Ivy’s,” ranked 16 among and a wide selection of pastries and desserts including soft-serve ice cream; all with y public universities by U.S. News & World Report, and is home to one of the largest unlimited portions. libraries, the most powerful supercomputer, and some of the largest telescopes T e in the world. UT Austin includes the highly ranked McCombs School of Business, Health, Safety, and Security x a College of Liberal Arts, College of Education, Cockrell School of Engineering, • The health, safety and security of each student is our primary concern. s • C College of Fine Arts, and School of Social Work. More than 8,700 bachelor’s • Doctor appointments are arranged with the University Health Services or degrees are awarded annually in more than 170 fields of study and 100 majors. Medspring Urgent Care Center. • After-hours/emergency care is provided at St. David’s Medical Center. am Hook ‘em Horns! The UT Austin sports teams are notorious competitors in the Big • Summer Discovery staff make all medical appointments, transport, and accompany pus 12 Athletic Conference, supported by the famed mascot, Bevo the Longhorn. Texas students to medical facilities, obtain prescription medications and notify parents has won 4 national football championships (second in NCAA all-time victories), 6 after medical visits. national baseball championships (the winningest team in college history), and made • Summer Discovery and the University of Texas Department of Public Safety are on 12 NCAA tournament appearances in basketball. Not to be outdone, the Lady duty 24 hours a day. Longhorns have won 6 NCAA track & field championships and are currently ranked • Resident Counselors live in the same secure residence hall with Summer 1st in volleyball. Discovery students. • For additional safety, there are daily/nightly sign-ins and room checks. Living and Learning Together in One • In keeping with a collegiate atmosphere, students are permitted to walk on campus Residence Hall and in our “home area” of Austin by UT, but are required to be in small groups. All Summer Discovery students live together in one residence hall – a special feature of our programs. This enables students and staff to develop the close-knit Transportation community of living under one roof. • All buildings and facilities on the UT Austin campus are within an easy walking distance of our residence hall. The Callaway House Residence Hall • We maintain passenger vans for class field trips, small excursions and medical Summer Discovery students live in Austin’s brand new premier freshman residence transport. For large group excursions chartered buses with professional drivers or hall, The Callaway House. Located one block from central campus, its fully public transportation are used. furnished, air-conditioned, 4 person suites feature private bathrooms, designer • Summer Discovery provides escorted transfers to/from Austin-Bergstrom interior finishes, a kitchenette with full-size refrigerator and microwave, huge sofa, International Airport for $40 each way. Staff meet incoming flights in baggage full-size or twin-size beds, study desks, and dressers. In-house facilities include claim (or outside of customs for international flights) and assist with departures. laundry room, wifi, study areas, computer lab, state-of-the-art fitness center, Note: British Airways will begin daily non-stop London-Austin flights on May 1. If game room, multi-screen TV lounge, study courtyard and a rooftop resort-style you are being driven to UT, detailed driving directions are sent approximately one swimming pool. Callaway House is truly one of the most luxurious residence halls month prior to the program. in the USA! Check it out at http://callawayhouseaustin.com/ Food For Thought Summer Discovery students eat at The Café at Callaway full-service dining hall, and receive 2 meals daily, fun and 7 days a week, while on campus. Included daily is a choice of nutritious entrees, vegetarian selections, hot worthwhile breakfast, deli, grill, pizza oven, salad bar, fresh fruit, unlimited beverages, Jai Sharma • Katy, Texas apply online at summerdiscovery.com • 516.621.3939 27 UT AUSTIN y er v o CURRICULA & CLASSE TEXAS 3 WEEK CURRICULUM Summer Disc ENRICHMENT COURSES s a x e CURRICULUM • 1 Morning Enrichment Course • 1 Afternoon Enrichment Course s • T se Please Note: s We make every effort to keep course information accurate. However, sometimes events beyond our control cause changes in course availability and schedules. Summer Discovery reserves the right to limit enrollment and /or cancel any class due to ula & Cla overwhelming or insufficient enrollment. ic r Cur Enrichment Classes The Best Teachers Meet with UT Austin These non-credit classes provide students with skills that Courses are taught by University of Texas Admissions are useful for academic achievement, personal growth professors and instructors, and graduate Students will also have a chance to meet with UT and college preparation. Class size averages between 10- teaching fellows recognized for their Austin Admissions to learn more about UT, the 20 students. Enrichment courses meet Monday-Thursday exceptional teaching. college admissions process, and different programs for approximately 2 hours each. Classes are offered and scholarship opportunities, including: in cooperation with UT Austin’s College of Liberal Arts “Preparing for College and (COLA). Life Workshops” LIBERAL ARTS HONORS With small classes, top professors, individualized These once weekly workshops focus on coursework, and an active learning community, this contemporary issues and skills that are the program gives students the personal attention of keys to a productive high school and college a small liberal arts college with the resources of a career. Designed to help students bridge major research institution. the gap between high school and college, workshops feature interactive discussions PLAN II HONORS with peers and professionals about college A challenging, highly selective interdisciplinary arts admissions, decision making, tolerance, and science honors major. stress management, harassment, substance DEDMAN DISTINGUISHED SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM abuse, eating disorders, and more. A four-year, merit-based scholarship for students Grades and Evaluations with exceptional academic records. Enrichment courses are graded on a letter THE FORTY ACRES SCHOLARS PROGRAM system of A, B, C, D, and F and students will The premier full-ride, merit-based scholarship for receive a Summer Discovery “Certificate any degree plan at UT to bring the country’s top of Achievement” after completion of the ranked students to Texas. Provides funding for program. tuition, living, and enrichment opportunities plus connecting them to a vast and prestigious alumni network. 28 apply online at summerdiscovery.com • 516.621.3939 UT AUSTIN ENRICHMENT CoURSES Summer Disc Below are partial non-credit course descriptions available at time of Academic Writing for International publication. To see full course descriptions and the most updated course Students This course is designed for interna- tional students who are proficient in English o information, visit the Summer Discovery website at summerdiscovery.com. v but need to upgrade their writing skills. 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