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University of Rochester: Pre-College Programs
Overview
Comprehensive summer programs for high school students including intensive medical studies, engineering, humanities, business, and online courses. Offerings range from 1-3 week residential and commuter sessions to year-round online courses, with select college credit-bearing options.
At a glance
Deadline
Feb 28108 days
Sessions
Jul–Aug1–3 wk sessions
Formats
Commuter / Residential / Online
Location
Rochester, NY
Cost
$7,000+from $8,770
Entering grades
9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Acceptance
Highly selective; rolling review for most programs; best-fit selection process for full-day programs; limited class sizes
Application requirements
Essay
Short essay (500 words maximum) responding to Meliora prompt about using knowledge to make world 'ever better'
High School Transcript
Required from school counselor
Letter of Recommendation
Required from school official
Application Fee
$60 nonrefundable, online payment
English Fluency Proof
Required for international students (Duolingo, InitialView, TOEFL, or IELTS)
Cost & sessions
Mini Medical School $8,770 (residential, 3 weeks); Pathology $5,850 (residential, 2 weeks); Session A Residential $4,990; Session A Commuter $1,030/class; Session B Residential $2,470; Session B Commuter $515/class; Credit Courses $2,150/credit hour; Residential Fee $220/week additional; Application fee $60 nonrefundable; Books and materials included for full-day/half-day programs
Financial aid
Limited need-based financial aid available; cannot guarantee all eligible applicants receive aid; may not fully cover expenses; deadline April 1
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