College credit
University of Maryland: Terp Young Scholars | College of Behavioral and Social Sciences
Overview
A 3-week summer program offering university-level courses in behavioral and social sciences, STEM, arts, business, and other disciplines. Students earn 3 university credits from University of Maryland while studying on campus or online.
At a glance
Deadline
Jun 1201 days
Sessions
Jul3 wk sessions
Formats
Commuter / Online
Location
College Park, MD
Cost
$1,500–$2,999from $1,420
Entering grades
9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Acceptance
Rolling admission based on course capacity; courses fill on first-come, first-served basis.
Application requirements
Entering Grade
Rising grade 10 through grade 12; some courses require rising junior or above; one course open to grade 9 and above
Coursework Prerequisites
High school biology (Medical Physiology, Neuroscience of Stress); high school chemistry (Clinical Public Health Research); high school algebra I & II (Engineering and some STEM courses)
Course Selection
Select one 3-credit course; must choose first and second choice options (first-come, first-served)
Orientation
Mandatory online orientation June 17, 5:30–6:30 p.m. EDT; mandatory campus orientation June 18, 5:30–6:30 p.m. EDT
Accessibility
Accessibility & Disability Service request deadline June 1; eligible for accommodations with documented disabilities
Cost & sessions
Online option $1,420 (includes 3 credits tuition at $437/credit plus distance learning fee). Campus option $1,791 (includes tuition, campus fee, and program fee). Additional course-specific fees ($25–$140) and textbooks not included. Limited partial scholarships available (up to 30% of program fee); scholarship deadline April 1.
Financial aid
Limited competitive partial scholarships (no award exceeds 30% of program fee); scholarship application opens February 13 and closes April 1 with notification April 15. Requires university ID, federal income tax return copy, and personal statement. Tuition remission available for eligible dependent children of UMD faculty/staff. Public school districts may offer financial assistance; students should contact school guidance office.
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