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Skidmore Pre-College Program
Overview
A residential and commuter summer program for high-achieving high school students offering college-level coursework with the opportunity to earn college credit. Participants take one or two courses over five weeks on the Skidmore College campus in Saratoga Springs, New York.
At a glance
Deadline
Mar 15125 days
Sessions
Jun5 wk sessions
Formats
Residential / Commuter
Location
Saratoga Springs, NY
Cost
$7,000+from $9,000
Entering grades
10th, 11th, 12th
Acceptance
Rolling admissions; courses filled on first-enrolled basis
Application requirements
Minimum Age
Residential: 16–17 by program start (cannot be 18); Commuter: 15–18 by program start
Grade Level
Residential: Rising junior or senior; Commuter: Rising sophomore, junior, or senior
International Status
Non-matriculated international students prohibited
Online Application Form
Required
Application Fee
$60 non-refundable (waived for scholarship applicants)
Personal Essay
250–500 words explaining interest in selected course(s)
High School Transcript
Official transcript with grades from 9th grade onward and current grade report
Teacher Recommendations
Two letters from teachers
Consent Waiver and Release
PDF form required
Residential and Academic Life Agreement
Included in online application
Scholarship Application
PDF form if applicable
Cost & sessions
Commuter students: $3,000; Residential students: $9,000–$12,000. Costs vary by number of courses and residential status.
Financial aid
Partial scholarships available for qualified students
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