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Summer Program for Academically Talented Youth
The University of Southern Mississippi
118 College Drive #8207
Hattiesburg,
Mississippi
39406
Tel: 601-266-5236
Fax: 601-266-4764
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| Type: |
Residential
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| Focus: |
General, Specialty
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Pre-College Enrichment, Gifted, General Academics
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| Activities: |
Enrichment
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| Age Range: |
12-17 |
| Gender: |
Coed |
| Director: |
Frances A. Karnes |
| Sponsoring Org: |
The Frances A. Karnes Center for Gifted Studies |
| Founded: |
1979 |
Nearest Large
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Mississippi Gulf Coast |
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Camp Description:
The Summer Program for Academically Talented Youth is a three-week residential program that serves eligible students currently enrolled in grades seven, eight, nine, and ten. This program, a cooperative effort with the Duke University Talent Identification Program, provides a balance of educational, cultural, and recreational experiences on the beautiful campus of USM. Students participate in quality learning experiences that allow them to progress at a rate and a level appropriate for high-ability students. To be eligible, applicants must have earned qualifying SAT or ACT scores as a seventh grader. Required qualifying SAT and ACT scores differ depending on the academic course chosen. The cost of this program is $1,700. Limited scholarships are available based on financial need. The deadline for application will be April 30. ACADEMIC COURSES Classes, which are taught by outstanding teachers, meet six hours each weekday and three hours on Saturday. Students participate in quality learning experiences that allow them to progress at a rate and a level appropriate for high‑ability students. Each class is limited in enrollment. Students select one of the following courses, each of which is offered in a fast‑paced, challenging format. SAT or ACT eligibility requirements are noted after each course description. Academic Course Choices Include:
Mathematics, Human Anatomy and Pyysiology, Forensic Science, Polymer Science, Economics, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Creative Writing and Debate.
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Sessions (costs are in the local currency of the camp):
Financial aid available.
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