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Remember, let www.facts.org be your friend and guide. Explore and research hundreds of careers, colleges, majors, register for SAT/ACT’s, see your transcripts on line, view bright futures requirements, apply to schools, plus much much more.

Make this year a memorable one, but don’t leave your college plans for last. It will come back to haunt you.

Have a great year and make sure you come by to make an appointment if you need to speak with me. If I’m not in the office, put a note with your name and ID under my door.

Reminder: I will start my e-mailing soon. If you have not given me your e-mail or are not getting it, come by and I will add it or make sure it’s correct. Have a great year and I’ll see you soon.

M. Mathos J

SAT / ACT SCHEDULE FOR THE 07/08 YEAR

MLEC’S CEEB CODE OR SCHOOL CODE IS–

100991

SAT -Calendar Dates & Fees

2007-08 Test Dates and Registration Deadlines

2007–2008 ACT Test Dates

For the United States, U.S. Territories, Puerto Rico, and Canada – Go to ACT.ORG to register.

Please Note the Following:

• Mailed registration materials must be postmarked by the U.S. deadlines.
   

• Mailed international registration materials must be received by the international deadlines.

ACT Test Dates (within the 50 United States)

IMPORTANT: If you are planning to apply to Miami Dade College, Broward Community College (etc.), taking the SAT or ACT could replace the entrance requirement of the CPT to start your credit program. However, if you still plan to take the CPT and you feel you need extra study help, there is a free preparation site on the MDC web page. Go to www.mdc.edu/clast . Click on the link that says “Clast/CPT Free Resource on the left side and follow the directions. Also, remember, that if you pass the CPT with minimum scores, you could have this added to your record for the Bright Futures Gold Seal scholarship. See me for more details. For equivalent scores go to www.facts.org or get a pamphlet from my office.

Something new - At http://www.princetonreview.com/ there are fun things to try. At counselor-o-matic, you can plug in your priorities for college and get a college that matches your list. (Go through Explore Schools) Also, you will find free tutorials for SAT. Remember, there is also a course you pay for on this site, so if you don't want this, don't do it.

Try another link to private and institutional scholarships. http://www.college-scholarships.com/

HOMEWORK HELP is just a dial away - (305) 995- 1600 or go to http://www.dial-a-teacher.com/

 Test Preparation Sites

The Miami Dade Public Library System

(MDPLS) is offering a plethora of on line services for students and adults who have a Miami Dade County library card.   The data base on their Learning Express Library gives students and adults access to: AP Practice Exams SAT / ACT practice exams and preparation Reading Skills Improvement Skill Improvement courses in math, reading, and vocabulary Writing Improvement Exercises Nursing school practice exams EMT/ Paramedic practice tests Variety of H.S. / Middle / and Elementary skills improvement exercises Graduate School Entrance Exam Practice This is just a handful of the variety of programs available. Follow these steps:

1. Click here.

2. Students or adults should then input their library card number (submit).

3. Scroll down to “Teen Resources” - then select “Learning Express Library”.

4. New users must create a user ID and password – then – you’re in.

www.number2.com

American Education Services

A BLIP ABOUT three COLLEGES

George Mason University:

George Mason University is located in Fairfax, Virginia; in the heart of metropolitan Washington, D.C. Just 10 miles west of the nation's capital Mason is the last stop on the Metro Subway system. Mason is a Virginia Public institution and is home to more than 26,000 students (15,000 undergraduates). Mason is most well known for its majors in Politics, Pre-Medicine/Bio-Chemistry, Journalism, Engineering, Psychology, and the Performing Arts (Dance, Theater, and Music). The average class size is 29 and the faculty/student ratio is 17:1. Mason has twenty-two Division I sports and is most well known its basketball, track, and soccer. Please take a closer look at Mason by going to www.gmu.edu

Vassar College:

Vassar College is located in Poughkeepsie, NY, just 1 hour and 45 mins north of NYC. Vassar is a small, private, liberal arts college with 2,400 students. With over 45 established majors, Vassar does not have a core curriculum. About 35% of students study abroad each year, with 120 different countries previously visited as part of the study away program. The student to professor ratio at Vassar is 9:1 with an average class size of 16 students, and all classes are taught by professors only. Vassar College has a need-based financial aid system that meets 100% of need. For more information about Vassar, please go to www.vassar.edu.

FAU Honors College:

FAU offers generous merit-based scholarships. Most awards range from $2,000 to $6,500 a year, renewable for four years. The Henry Morrison Flagler Scholarships are valued at over $55,000 each over four years and students must be nominated by a school official by November 15th to be eligible (see website for details).

COMMUNITY SERVICE

Community service is a requirement for graduation and means giving back service to your community. This is strictly voluntary (not paid) and is completed after school hours. It is not babysitting your little brother or helping your relatives move. It is typically completed at local hospitals, churches, day cares, elementary schools, park and recreation areas, and through local organizations. Please come by the career office and complete the necessary paper work and hand it in to Ms. Jessie Collins EARLY. You may be restricted from attending senior events if this is not on your record.

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INTERNATIONAL EXCHANGE PROGRAMS

Youth for Understanding International Exchange announces new programs for high school students. Countries hosting these programs include Japan, Germany, and Finland. Students live and study abroad, earning credit and gaining knowledge of their host country. GPA, $, and other requirements apply to each program. Come to the CAP office for more information or go to www.YouthForUnderstanding.org. Remember that deadline dates are fast approaching.
AFS - Programs Abroad are tailored to the needs of high school graduates who are 18+ and wish to take part in community service or language study before entering college. 25 countries participate in the program and financial aid is available. For more information please call - 1-800 -AFS - INFO or visit their web page - www.afs.org/usa.

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PRIVATE SCHOLARSHIPS

Raul Julia Scholarship- High School Senior, 3.0+GPA, and student must be in Puerto Rico or of Puerto Rican decent or parentage. One $1,000 scholarship award will be granted annually in each of the following categories: Arts and Humanities, Science, and Business. Application due ………….

Allen R. Epstein ‘Reach for the Stars” Scholarship Fund- Must be a high school senior, accepted to a college or university, and have minimum GPA of 3.0. Application and supporting documents are due …… For more information go to www.dadecommunityfoundation.org

Rodney Thaxton Justice & Martin E. Segal Scholarship Fund- Applicants must be in financial need and of African American descent and must have been accepted into a four year college or university.  All applications are due by April 16, 2005. For more information go to www.dadecommunityfoundation.org

Seitlin Franklin E. Wheeler Scholarship- Scholarship awarded to students who have exhibited high ethical standards. Must be a high school senior with at least a 3.0 GPA and demonstrate financial need. Applicant must have an interest in perusing a career in business or the insurance industry. Two $1,500 scholarship awards granted annually. Applications due by May 7, 2004.  For more information go to www.dadecommunityfoundation.org

CAP Inc. Fund- For high school seniors who have exhausted all available means of financial assistance. Application due by
July 2008. For more information go to www.dadecommunityfoundation.org

Brandsmart USA and Lite Miami have teamed up to offer their collegiate scholarship.  High school seniors can go to their closest Brandsmart store or go to www.LiteMiami.com for applications.

Baptist Health South Florida and FIU offer this scholarship to students applying to FIU’s nursing program.  Applications plus supporting documents will be accepted throughout the year.  Contact – Ms. Fabre at 305 – 919 – 5915. 

The American Legion has scholarships available to high school students.  Go to www.floridalegion.org for more information.

DPA Engineering Scholarship 2004.  African American, senior, planning to major in engineering, 3.0 GPA.  Applications plus supporting documents due by …………Award - $1000.

Dorothy B. Shula – Senior female athlete, 2.7 GPA, financial need may apply.  Application plus supporting documents are due by …………..  Award - $1500.

Financial Service Centers of Florida – Florida Resident graduating from a Florida high school, accepted to a Florida College or University and has a 2.5 GPA as calculated by the office of admission.  Application plus supporting documents are due by ………  Award not stated.

Florida Hotel and Motel Association Inc. - Senior interested in pursuing a degree in the hospitality field.  Application plus supporting documents are due …………  Award - $2000.

Gator Club of Miami – Senior accepted at UF with good academic standing, SAT / ACT scores, community service, personal statement, and letters of recommendation.  Deadline: ……….  Award – not stated.

Jeanette A. Gill Annual Scholarship Award – Gamma Zeta Omega Chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. offers this scholarship to a senior who plans to attend a historically black college.  Application plus supporting documents are due ………….  Award - $1500 – which may be renewable.

Optimist Club of North Bay Village – Senior, application and personal statement are due by ………….. Award – not stated.

Mary Joe Battle MacDonald Scholarship Foundation – Senior enrolled in an ESE program with a 2.5 GPA or better may apply.  Application plus supporting documents are due by …………………..   Award - $1000.

Seminole Club of Greater Miami – Resident of Dade County accepted to FSU.  Applications plus supporting documents are due …………….  Award - $1000.

South Florida Educational Credit Union – Parents who belong to this Credit Union may submit an application for a chance to win a Florida Prepaid College Scholarship for their graduating son or daughter who will be attending college in the fall.  Entries are due by …………………

Theodore and Vivian Johnson offer scholarships to children of full-time UPS workers and another to students who have documented disabilities.  For more information about either, come to the CAP office.  Deadline: ……………………  Award – varies.

Theodore and Vivian Johnson Scholarship for students with disabilities pursuing a degree at one of the state public universities.  Application plus supporting documents must be submitted by …………………..

Miami Dade Coalition for Community Education – Senior, 2.6+ GPA, and has participated in or active in a MDCPS community education program.  Application plus supporting material due by ……………………

Dade County Council PTA/PTSA – Senior, resident of Miami-Dade County, 3.0+ GPA, enroll in a post-secondary community college, vocational technical school or state or private institution.  Application plus supporting documents are due – ………………

Wish Foundation, Inc. – Graduating African American high school seniors, 3.0 on a 4.0 GPA scale. Leadership, community service, personal statement.  Application plus supporting documents are due ……………………

100 Black Men of South Florida, Inc. – Senior, 200 + hours of community service, plans to enroll in a 2 or 4 year institution or technical school.  Application plus supporting documents must be received by ……………

Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation Inc. – Senior who is the son or daughter of a parent affiliated with the Marine Corps.  Application and documents due by …………….

SOAR Foundation...  Ages 17 – 23 whose goal is to become a pilot.  Go online at www.lockwoodsummer.com then click soar.  Due by

5000 Role Models of Excellence.  See your sponsor Mr. O’Brien or come to my office.

The Town of Miami Lakes.  Given to a senior who lives in the Miami Lakes area.  Essay plus supporting

 information must be submitted byCome by office for more information.

Tylenol Scholarships – Seniors with high academics, community service and school activities.

Application plus supporting documents are due Award – not stated.

Applications for the above are kept on file in the CAP office – room 102 N.

 I received this list of scholarships off an e-mail from the CAP office. Some deadline dates may have passed. However, I am placing the list in the newsletter in case you may come across any you can still apply for.

This is a great listing of scholarships available to college-bound minority students. Please share with others as appropriate.

25 Scholarship Gateways from Black Excel
http://www.blackexcel.org/25scholarships.htm

Accounting Scholarships
http://www.aicpa.org/members/div/career/edu/jlcs.htm

Aid & Resources For Re-Entry Students
http://www.back2college.com/

All Nursing Schools, including Scholarships
http://www.allnursingschools.com/faqs/scholarships.php

Ambassadorial Scholarships
http://www.rotary.org/foundation/educational/amb_scho/

American Assoc. of Colleges of Nursing Scholarships
http://www.aacn.nche.edu/Education/finaid.htm

American Association of Comm. Colleges (Nursing News & Scholarships) http://www.aacc.nche.edu/Content/NavigationMenu/HotIssues/Nursing/Scholarships.htm

American Health Care Assoc. Scholarships
http://www.ahca.org/news/nr030320.htm

American Psychological Association (APA) Scholarships and Fellowships
http://www.apa.org/students/funding.html

American Sociological Association Graduate funding
http://www.asanet.org/student/funding.html

Americorps
http://www.cns.gov/

Army ROTC Scholarships (See Nursing note on page)
http://www.jhu.edu/~rotc/scholarship_main_page.htm

Art, Film, Writing Scholarships/Competitions List
http://www.xensei.com/users/adl/

Astronaut Scholarship Foundation
http://www.astronautscholarship.org/

Athletic Scholarships
http://scholarships-ar-us.org/athletic.htm

Black Alliance for Educational Options Scholarships
http://www.baeo.org/options/privatelyfinanced.jsp

Boeing scholarships (some HBCU connects)
http://www.boeing.com/companyoffices/educationrelations/scholarships/

Brand Essay Competition
http://www.instituteforbrandleadership.org/IBLEssayContest-2002Rules.html

Bristol-Myers Squibb Minority Fellowships in Academic Medicine
http://www.bms.com/aboutbms/fellow/data/

Ron Brown Scholar Program (major Scholarships)
http://www.ronbrown.org/

Coca Cola Scholarships
http://www2.coca-cola.com/citizenship/education_scholarsfoundation.html

College Board Scholarship Search
http://cbweb10p.collegeboard.org/fundfinder/html/fundfind01.html

College Fund/UNCF
http://www.uncf.org/

CollegeFunds. Net Scholarships
http://www.collegefunds.net/scholarships/nursing-scholarships.htm

CollegeNet's Scholarship Database
http://mach25.collegenet.com/cgi-bin/M25/index

Development Fund For Black Students In Science Scholarship
http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/dlhinson/dfb_sch.htm

Discover Card Tribute Award Scholarships
http://www.aasa.org/Discover.htm

Discover Nursing Scholarships
http://www.discovernursing.com/scholarship_search.aspx

FAFSA On The Web (Your Key Aid Form & Info)
http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/

FastWEB Scholarship Search
http://www.fastweb.com/

Federal Scholarships & Aid Gateways
http://www.fedmoney.org/

FinAid: The Smart Students Guide to Financial Aid (scholarships)
http://www.finaid.org/

Financial Aid & Scholarships
http://medi-smart.com/finaid.htm

Gates Millennium Scholarships (major)
www.gmsp.org

Gateway to 10 Free Scholarship Searches
http://www.college-scholarships.com/free_scholarship_searches.htm

Gateways to US Government Grants/money
http://www.students.gov/STUGOVWebApp/Public?topicID=18&operation=topic

GE and LuLac Scholarship Funds
http://www.lulac.org/Programs/Scholar.html

Graduate Fellowships For Minorities Nationwide
http://cuinfo.cornell.edu/Student/GRFN/list.phtml?category=MINORITIES

HBCU "Packard" Sit Abroad Scholarships (for study around the world) http://www.sit.edu/studyabroad/packard_nomination.html

William Randolph Hearst Endowed Scholarship for Minority Students
http://www.apsanet.org/PS/grants/aspen3.cfm

The Hispanic College Fund
www.hsf.net

Holocaust Remembrance Scholarships
http://holocaust.hklaw.com/

Honor Society of Nursing Scholarships
http://www.nursingsociety.org/career/scholarships_opps.html

Hope Scholarships &Lifetime Credits
http://www.ed.gov/inits/hope/

INROADS Internships
http://www.inroads.org/

Intel Science Talent Search
http://www.sciserv.org/sts

International Students Scholarships & Aid Help
http://www.iefa.org/

Jacki Tuckfield Memorial Graduate Business Scholarship (for AA students in > South Florida)http://www.jackituckfield.org/

Jackie Robinson Foundation Scholarships
http://www.jackierobinson.org/

Marine Corps Scholarships
http://www.marine-scholars.org/

Thurgood Marshall Scholarship Fund
http://www.thurgoodmarshallfund.org/

Maryland Artists Scholarships
http://www.maef.org/

McDonald’s Education Scholarships (with UNCF) http://www.mcdonalds.com/countries/usa/community/education/scholarships/uncf.html

Methodist Scholarships
http://www.free-4u.com/methodist_scholarships.htm

Microsoft Scholarship Program
http://www.microsoft.com/college/scholarships/minority.asp

Minority Health Program
http://www.ahcpr.gov/fund/minortrg.htm

Minority Nurse Scholarships
http://www.minoritynurse.com/financial/scholarships.html

Minority Nurse Scholarships
http://www.minoritynurse.com/financial/scholarships.html

Minority Scholarships (doctoral students in accounting)
http://www.aicpa.org/members/div/career/mini/fmds.htm

National Association of Black Journalists Scholarships (NABJ)
http://www.nabj.org/html/studentsvcs.html

National Black Nurses Association (Bonus Site)
http://www.nbna.org

National Scholarships at all levels
http://scholarships.kachinatech.com/scholars.html

National Student Nurses Assoc. Scholarships
http://www.nsna.org/foundation/index.html

Nursing Student Loan Help
http://aspe.os.dhhs.gov/cfda/p93364.htm

Nursing Student Loan Program & Scholarships
http://bhpr.hrsa.gov/dsa/pages/nu.htm

Nursing Web Search (Scholarships)
http://www.nursewebsearch.com/nursing_scholarships.htm

Nursingscholarships.com (Powered by Fastweb)
http://www.fastweb.com/ib/google-14f

Presidential Freedom Scholarships
http://www.nationalservice.org/scholarships/

Project Excellence Scholarships
http://www.project-excellence.com/

Ayn Rand Essay Scholarships
http://www.aynrand.org/contests/

Rhodes Scholarships at Oxford
http://www.rhodesscholar.org/info.html

The ROTC Scholarships
http://www.todaysmilitary.com/chart_mil_rotc.html

Scholarship &Financial Aid Help
http://www.blackexcel.org/fin-sch.htm

Scholarship and Fellowship Opportunities
http://ccmi.uchicago.edu/schl1.html

Scholarships for Nursing
http://www.free-4u.com/nursing.htm

Scholarships On The Net (1,500)
http://advocacy-net.com/scholarmks.htm

ScienceNet Scholarship Listing
http://www.sciencenet.emory.edu/undergrad/scholarships.html

Scott & Whire Education assistance Program
http://www.sw.org/nursing/scholar.htm

Siemens Westinghouse Competition
http://www.siemens-foundation.org/

Sports Scholarships and Internships
http://www.ncaa.org/about/scholarships.html

State Farm Insurance Achievement Scholarships
http://www.statefarm.com/foundati/awards.htm

State Farm Insurance Hispanic Scholarships
http://www.statefarm.com/foundati/hispanic.htm

Student Inventors Scholarships
http://www.invent.org/collegiate/

Student Nurse Center (Great Info)
http://www.nursezone.com/student_nurse_center/Financial_assistance.asp

Student Video Scholarships
http://www.christophers.org/vidcon2k.html

Target Scholarships
http://www.target.com/target_group/community/community_scholarships.jhtml

The Harry S. Truman Scholarship Site
http://www.truman.gov/

Tylenol Scholarships
http://scholarship.tylenol.com/

U.S. Dept of Health Loan & Scholarship Info
http://bhpr.hrsa.gov/nursing/

Undergraduate Scholarships (national Institutes of Health Scholarships)
http://ugsp.info.nih.gov/InfoUGSP.htm

Union Sponsored Scholarships and Aid
http://www.aflcio.org/scholarships/scholar.htm

United Negro College Fund Merck Science Initiative
http://www.uncf.org/merck/program.htm

United States Institute of Peace National Peace Essay Contest
http://www.usip.org/ed/npec/index.shtml

JUNIORS

You should be starting to think about colleges you will be applying for now! The application process starts early in your senior year. Plan to take your SAT’s or ACT’s early (Juniors in the spring). Local high schools will be giving these exams so select a school close to you. Pick up registrations from my office. Be sure to register on time for these tests so as not to incur late fees. Athletes, be sure to add the clearinghouse code of 9999 when sending scores. If you are on free or reduced lunch, be sure to get a waiver from me. As always, you can register for these exams on line at: www.collegeboard.com or at www.act.org.

SAT/ACT Preparation Information

Attention Juniors and Seniors, FREE SAT Test Camps and Financial Aid Workshops!!!! - For additional information, contact Sharron Henley @ (305) 835-5196, or e-mail henley10@aol.com. This is sponsored by the Urban League of Greater Miami, Inc. the College Board, Inc.

University of Miami - SAT preparation classes are being offered at various times and dates. The cost includes, expert staff help, materials, text books and software. Visit - www.testprep.miami.edu

MDCC - N. Now offers SAT / ACT / and CPT test preparation classes. The cost and times vary according to semesters. For more information call (305) 237-1026 or go to their web site at www.mdcc.edu/north/nsc/index.html .

SPECIAL PROGRAMS: The Student Conservation Association offers high school students an opportunity to volunteer in public parks and national forests nation wide. SCA crews live in tents, cook, hike and do actual work within the parks or forest. Call at 603-543-1700 or go to www.sca-inc.org (This was actually posted in 04-05 but I’ll leave it on FYI)

Special Internship Programs with INROADS - Inroads is an organization that works with over 500 corporate sponsors around the United States. This program seeks to place academically talented students with proven leadership skills into these corporations for incredible learning experiences while attending college. Students are paired with companies that incorporate their chosen career path which proves to be invaluable when that student graduates and lands that perfect job. If you are interested, go to www.inroads.org for more information or to apply.

TENTH GRADERS - READ - READ - READ MDCPS and the Division of Advanced Academic Programs "Internship Program." Opportunities are available for students going into the 11th grade who have a sincere desire to participate in an Internship Program. This program gives the student a chance to work in a career field of interest while earning high school credit. Career interest areas include: architecture, biological science, business, education, engineering, government, journalism, law, health professions, psychology, and veterinary offices. Students who participate need to provide their own transportation and must have a 3.0 GPA. Call the information line of MDCPS at (305) 995-1000.

UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA: LEAD Scholars Program This program focuses on academic achievement, experiences and interests in leadership, academics and service. Once a student is accepted to UCF, a LEAD Scholars application packet must be completed. A letter of recommendation for consideration is required. Students who are selected receive a $400.00 annual fellowship and information on other available scholarships. There are many more benefits for being in the LEAD Scholars Program. http://www.lead.sdes.ucf.edu/

FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY: Summer Bridge Program (Care Program) The Summer Bridge Program is now called the CARE Program (Center for Academic Retention and Enhancement). This program is for first-time-in-college students who may have been disadvantaged due to economic, educational, or cultural circumstances. Curricular guidelines are a minimum 2.5 GPA (looking only at the academic subjects) and either a 900 on the SAT or a 19 on the ACT. The deadline for CARE applications is February 15th. For more information on this program go to the FSU website at: http://www.fsu.edu/prospective/undergraduate/admissions/care.shtml

Tallahassee Community College now offers a Dental Hygiene Program called DA-DH Bridge Program. This allows high school graduates who pass the CPT placement test in math and English, apply, and then start this program in the spring after graduation. For more information call (850) 201-8577 or e-mail bironc@tcc.fl.edu

U.F. - COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING INFORMATION SESSION - Go to www.eng.ufl/edu/home/sssc/session/request.htm for further information.

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SUMMER PROGRAMS - IMPORTANT NOTE BELOW

NOTE: Most summer programs are sponsored by the university every year. The programs I have listed contain information I have received from previous years and does not reflect possible summer offerings. However, if you’re interested, contact the institution yourself to see if it will be offered and the application process.

Florida State University - young scholars program. Residential science/mathematics experience for outstanding 10th & 11th grade students. Students must have completed Algebra II, have a ‘B’ average, and have scored in the 90th percentile in science or math on the PSAT or PACT. Application, transcripts, and letter of recommendations are all required... Most expenses are paid by FSU valued at $2800.

Harvard - For more information go to www.ssp.harvard.edu or email hewitt@hudce.harvard.edu

Boston University - for information go to www.bu.edu/com/itrp

Georgetown University program for high school juniors. www.georgetown.edu/ssce/sumspec.htm

Oxford - Advanced Studies Program. For more information go to http://www.oasp.ac.uk/

United States Naval Academy offers a summer seminar for students entering 12th grade. This is a one week experience for those wishing to pursue exciting opportunities in the Naval Service. www.usna.edu/Admissions

Western Carolina University - Upward Bound Math and Science Leaders Program. This is a six week program offered to traditionally under-represented groups in math and science, and for those whose income is below the federally set level, the program is free. For more information go to www.wcu.edu/ubms

University of Kentucky - Science Enrichment Program for rising 10th graders (currently in 9th). This is a five week residential program that stresses critical thinking skills and problem solving. The program is free for those that qualify. To find out more go to http://www.uky.edu/ or e-mail pams@kasep.uky.edu

CARNEGIE MELLON SUMMER ACADEMY FOR MINORITY SCHOLARS IN ARCHITECTURE, ART, DESIGN, DRAMA, AND MUSIC. http://www.cmu.edu/summerminorityscholars/

Northwestern - Digital Media Arts. For more information call 1-800-662-nhsi or go to www.northwestern.edu/nhsi

CARLETON LIBERAL ARTS EXPERIENCE - CALL 1-800-995-CARL OR GO TO