Selective
Summer@Taft: Algebra Training Workshop for Students in Grades 8 & 9
Overview
An intensive two-week residential mathematics program for middle school students focusing on algebra fundamentals, number sense, and critical thinking skills. Students live on campus with daily classes limited to 12 students per section, plus athletic programs and extracurricular activities.
At a glance
Sessions
Jul2 wk sessions
Formats
Residential
Location
Watertown, CT
Cost
$3,000–$6,999from $5,500
Entering grades
8th, 9th
Acceptance
Selective; applications reviewed for academic record, teacher recommendations, school leadership recommendation, and student enthusiasm and commitment to coursework. U.S. residents only.
Application requirements
Academic Record
Required
Teacher Recommendations
Required from two classroom teachers
Personal Recommendation
Required from school head or principal
U.S. Residency
Applicants must be U.S. residents only
Application Fee
$175 nonrefundable (due with application)
Deposit
$500 nonrefundable, due within two weeks of acceptance
Cost & sessions
All-inclusive tuition of $5,500 covers tuition, books, room and board, school-wide trips and activities. Additional nonrefundable application fee of $175 ($100 applied to deposit if accepted); nonrefundable deposit of $500 due within two weeks of acceptance; minimum $50 personal spending account deposit for school store; remainder of tuition due by June 1.
Financial aid
Not available for this program
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