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Summer Discovery: Institute for the Gifted
Overview
A multi-campus residential and commuter program for gifted students grades 6–12, offering proprietary STEAM+ curriculum with interdisciplinary, hands-on courses across business, computer science, law, medicine, and more. All instructors hold advanced degrees, and students enjoy on-campus social activities, meals, and 24/7 nurse support for residential participants.
At a glance
Deadline
Jun 1202 days
Sessions
Jun–Jul2–3 wk sessions
Formats
Residential / Commuter
Location
Multiple locations
Cost
$1,500–$2,999from $2,399
Entering grades
6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Acceptance
Requires demonstrated intellectual, achievement, or creative ability at 95th percentile on nationally normed test; acceptance into gifted program; or teacher recommendation.
Application requirements
Test Scores
Nationally normed test scores at 95th percentile (intellectual, achievement, or creativity) within last 5 school years
Gifted Program Acceptance
Documentation of acceptance into gifted program, gifted school, talent search, or comparable gifted summer program in last 5 years
Teacher Recommendation
Recommendation from core subject teacher (English, Math, Science, or Social Studies)
Cost & sessions
Costs vary by campus and length of the program. See our website for details.
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