Counseling and Guidance Office
Our primary goal is to prepare students for college readiness and placement. We invite all students and parents to come visit as they begin the exciting journey of higher education.
Summer and Educational Programs
Educational Programs
CPS Energy SAFE and Mentoring Program for Juniors
- Requirements: Have a B average or higher, Rank in the top 20% of the class. Check your ranking with your counselor to determine eligibility. Demonstrate an interest in seeking a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math fields as well as, Business, Accounting or Computer fields in a four year university.
- Complete application, essay and parent consent form. For more information go to www.CPSEnergy.com Keyword SAFE and familiarize yourself with requirements. The program consists of fulltime paid work experience with a professional mentor in their field of interest for two summers and a $5.000 scholarship to be used towards a four year university. Contact Ms. Karen Sanders CPS Energy/ Corporate Responsibility at 210-353-2701 kpsanders@CPSEnergy.com or Mrs. Ramirez
- Have your school counselor compile GPA, class ranking, list of current and completed high school courses and attendance record to turn in with your application
- Submit application, consent form, school information, current photo and reference letters to your counselor by March 23, 2012.
Summer Programs
Barnard College: Juniors and Seniors: Liberal Arts Program: the Liberal Arts Intensive Program (June 24-June 29) and a Young Women’s Leadership Institute is July 8-July 15 Tuition is and fees vary. Deadline is May 7, 2012 http://barnard.edu/precollege
Baylor University: For Juniors- Engineering and Computer Science Summer Program. Dates: June 10-June 16, June 17-23, June 24-30. Cost: $800.00 For more information or an application go to www.ecs.baylor.edu Contact: Emily Sandvall at 254-710-7442 or Adam Ecklund at 254-710-3890.
Boston University: Promys 2012 will run from July 1 to August 11. Cost $ 2,700 for parents(the full per student cost is almost 2.5 times this). Books may cost an additional $100. Need- based financial aid is available. PROMYS: A program in Mathematics for Young Scientists. It is a intensive experience in creative mathematical exploration to approximately 75 ambitious high school students with an exceptionally strong interest in mathematics. Admission is on a rolling basis. We will continue to accept applications until May 15, 2012. Apply as soon as possible.
Camps/Pre College Summer Camps: by Education Unlimited 1-510-548-6612 www.educationunlimited.com
Carleton University: Summer Writing Program for juniors July 8-27 (Full and partial scholarships available), Deadlines for Scholarship is March 8, 2012. Application deadline is April 25. Summer Science Institute for sophomores and juniors-July 15-August 3 and July 22- Aug 10, Carleton Liberal Arts Experience July 7-13 for sophomores. Full scholarships available. www.carleton.edu/summer or call 866-767-2275.
Carnegie Mellon: Pre-college Programs June 30- August 10, 2012. Fine Arts: Architecture/Art/Drama/Music. Click on Academics and go to Pre College Programs. Prices vary. Deadline May 1, 2012 Contact information is 412-268-2082 www.cmu.edu.
Christendom College: Latin Immersion Program July 22-July 28, 2012. Cost: $750.00 To register go to www.christendom.edu Click on Academics and scroll down to summer programs and fill the online registration form or contact the Admissions office at summerlatin@christendom.edu
Duke Tip Summer 2012: Field Studies and Institutes. Field studies and Institutes will be in Math, Science, Humanities, Social Science and in Law. For more information go to www.tip.duke.edu/fsi or email ncharles@tip.duke.edu with questions. 919 681-6519. The fees and locations with vary. Financial Aid is available. If interested, apply as soon as possible.
The George Washington University: www.precollege.gwu.edu Credit Programs for rising seniors and non-credit programs for grades 9-11.
Graphic Design Summer Camps: www.internaldrive.com This website also has Video Game Design, Web Design, Video Editing, Programming & Robotics, Sports & Tech Courses. Trinity University has summer computer camp on this website. Academic Summer
Junior State of America: Please contact Mrs. Ramirez, if you like to be nominated by April 16, 2012 . Applications must be submitted by April 27, 2012. This program gives students the opportunity to strengthen their leadership skills, study with university professors and gain familiarity with the college living experience. Location is Georgetown University. Cost various.
Loyola University Chicago : Pre-Collegiate Summer Scholars is designed for motivated sophomores and juniors who want to get a head start on their college careers. http://LUC.edu/summercholars for more information or contact the office at 312-915-6565.
Miami University: Junior Scholars Program, a six week residential experience for juniors from across the U.S. and around the world. Dates June: 24- August 3, 2012. Students can earn 8 hours of college credit while taking university course taught by out nationally-recognized faculty. Application deadline is May 1, 2012. Contact: Ann Larson Interim Director 513-529-2531.
Otis College of Art and Design: Dates July 9-Aug 3, 2012 Summer of Art in Institute Architecture/Landscape/Interiors, Black and White Photography, Digital Media Drawing, Painting in the Anime Style, Fashion and Graphic Design, Illusion Life Drawing Toy Design, Sculpture, etc. 800-527-6847.
San Antonio College: Edge Program- Early Development of General Engineering (with an emphasis on Robotics.) Dates: June 11, 2012-July 19, 2012. Cost: $25.00 Deadline to Apply April 30, 2012. Applications are online at http://www.alamo.edu/main.aspx?id=8816. Students must apply for admission to San Antonio College at www.applytexas.org, take a placement test to demonstrate academic readiness for college level work and pay a nonrefundable fee of $25.00 upon acceptance into the program. Contact-Edge Program Counselor: Ms. Rosa Maria Gonzalez at 210-486-0342 or rgonzalez@alamo.edu
Sea World San Antonio: Career Camp: Grades 9-12. If a career in animal health, behavior or care is something you'd like to do later in life, enroll in this camp now. Cost: $1,100. There are several sessions beginning June 3 and ending Aug 17, 2012 www.seaworld.org/adventure-camps/swt/resident/camps/career.htm
St. Edward’s University:ID Tech Camps Ages 7-17 www.internaldrive.com/summercamps
Summer Study Programs: At the University of Colorado, Boulder and the University of Vermont, Burlington. www.summerStudy.com More information is in the counseling office.
T-Bar M Summer Camps: www.tbarmcamps.org They day camps. Residential camps and sports camps. Camps are available to middle and High School Students. 830-620-4263 Address: 2549 State Highway 46W New Braunfels, Texas.
Texas A&M University: Camp Arch July 8-July13, 2012 Deadline: Applications must be received by May 1, 2012 Requirements: Application, transcript and essay. Cost is $700.00 once you have been accepted to program. http://www.arch.tamu.edu Contact:(979)-845-0289
Texas A&M University: Corpus Christi: Stem Summer Institute-Underwater Robotics- Dates: June 10-16. Cost: $500.00. Application Deadline: May 17, 2012. Applications are in the counseling office or go to http://tamucc.edu/stemsi/.
Texas A&M University Texas A&M University Engineering Events and summer Programs http://essap.tamu.edu/events.htm
Texas Christian University For Sophomores and Juniors TACAC Camp College 2012 Dates: June 3-6. Students will identify schools that match interests and needs, write an application essay and create a resume, navigate the financial aid maze, learn tips, techniques, and strategies for the ACT/SAT and attend college presentations and a college fair. Application deadline is April 20, 2012. Apply at http://www.admissions.tcu.edu/CAMPCOLLEGE/.
Texas Lutheran University The Lonestar Scholars Academy is a two-week residential program that offers university-level coursework for transferable college credit. Requirements: Must have taken the PSAT and rank in the top half of the class and receive a strong recommendation from a teacher or guidance counselor. To apply for financial aid submit the Financial Request Form. A Student can receive up to 900.00 in financial aid. Contact:(800)-771-8521 Program Dates: July 8-20. Cost:1,825, Deposit $ 100.00. www.lonestarscholarsacademy
Texas State University MathWorks www.txstate.edu/mathworks/
Texas State University Great Books Program- July 9-July 21, Cost $ 895.00, Catholic Leadership Institute- July 9-July21, Cost $895.00. We would like to offer each of your students a $200.00 Summer Program Scholarship. To claim the scholarship, students simply need to write the name of your school when they register. For more information www.ThomasMoreCollege.edu/summerprograms
United States Naval Academy: Summer Seminar Program is for young men and women who have completed their junior year in high school. Dates: Session One-June 2-7, Session Two- June 9-14, Session Three- June 16-June21. Cost: $350.00 which pays for room and board, as well as a variety of materials. Please bring extra cash for snacks and souvenirs. The student is responsible for transportation. For more information call www.usna.edu/Admissions/eligibility.htm Deadline: before April 1, 2012 However, they will continue to accept applications after that.
United States Naval Academy: Summer Stem Program is a Science Technology Engineering Mathematics Program. Sessions for 8th grade& 9t grade- June 4-9, 10th- June 11-16, 11th grade- June 18-23. Cost $ 200.00 this does not include transportation. For more information go to http://usna.edu/admissions/stem.html.
The University of Alabama: For Juniors: 2012 Capstone Business Leadership Academy: Cost $350.00(all fees and costs in-town) Unweighted GPA 3.4 Test Scores ACT 27, SAT 1210/1600 or 180 on the PSAT. Contact: Lisa McKinney 205-348-6679. Deadline March 1, 2012 http://cba.ua.edu/summeracademy.
US Performing ART Camps Hosted at UCLA www.usperformingarts.com 1-888-497-35553
University of Texas at Austin: For students 17 years and up. The Summer Academy in Architecture. Early Decision is March 2, 2012 Deadline to Apply is April 13, 2012 with housing, without housing May 11, 2012 Program dates are June 11-July 13, 2012. Tuition is $1,350, program fees $250.00 supplies, $25 application fee. Optional Housing /Meals $1,200, Housing Deposit $400. http://soa.utexas.edu/summeracademy (512) 471-8909.
UT Austin: Pre College Camps and events can be found at http://bealonghorn.utexas.edu
Washington University in St. Louis: Architecture Discovery Program, cost $2,325 plus $225 for fees, books, supplies etc. Deadline: May 15, 2012. Dates and Prices vary other programs listed on their site. For more information visit www.samfoxschool.wustl.edu or call 314-935-4290
Questions? Contact:
Venezia Cappellini-Ramirez
Head Counselor
vramirez@antonian.org
210.344.9265 ext. 110
Freshman-Seniors with last
names beginning with A-J
Marcelo Eureste
Counselor
meureste@antonian.org
210.344.9265 ext. 126
Freshman-Seniors with last
names beginning with K-Z
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