As seen in USA TODAY, Forbes.com, Yahoo! Finance, Education Week and more! Every summer, hundreds of thousands of high school teens enroll in pre-college programs, including some expensive programs that cost $1,000 or more per week. But you don't have to spend a small fortune on pricey pre-college programs. Hundreds of free and low-cost options exist for high school students who want to know what it's like to live, learn, and have fun on a college campus. Taking part in a residential pre-college program boosts students' confidence, improves their independence, and can supplement their college applications too. This guide reveals more than 50 summer enrichment programs, all of which are FREE or very affordable, including programs at Ivy League schools and other top colleges and universities. Even better: the author shows you exactly how to research, find and get into free pre-college programs of interest to you - in your state or anywhere around the country.

To properly manage college costs, you need to understand the real price tag of a higher education, including hidden fees that surprise students after they enroll in a college or university. College Secrets and its companion book, College Secrets for Teens, reveal the true costs of earning a college degree – and then provides hundreds of money-saving ideas to help students and parents reduce or eliminate these expenses. College Secrets can save you $20,000 to $200,000 over the course of a four-year education. In this book, you’ll discover: · 22 hidden costs that college officials never talk about · 24 tricks to slash in-state and out-of-state tuition costs · 7 tips to keep room and board expenses under control · 13 strategies to save money on books and supplies · 14 lifestyle costs that students must manage wisely · 6 do’s and don’ts to avoid credit card debt in college · 12 steps to boost your odds of winning scholarships · 15 common mistakes that reduce your financial aid … and much, much more! The College Secrets series is your roadmap to paying for college the smart way – with some sanity, truth and planning in the process, and without going broke or winding up deep in debt.

College-bound high school students learn how to make the most of their summer vacation, with opportunities including summer academic programs, volunteer work, adventure camps and trips, and internships.

If you're seeking one fundamental resource which inspires both academic and personal discovery in the pursuit of higher education, The Ultimate Summer Program Guide: For High School Students is for you! A roadmap to the college admissions process, this book is a powerful and distinctive planning strategy guide that accounts for academic and personal self-exploration. With the power to make a student's college application stand out, ability to assess campuses, and the chance to discover a career path, this is an essential resource for any student no matter their college or career path.It's no secret that college costs are getting higher while admissions rates are dropping. Students and parents are faced with growing fears that higher education might not even be worth it in the long run. With the release of The Ultimate Summer Program Guide: For High School Students, readers will find a better way to prepare for one of life's largest and most impactful decisions. As the academic industry's largest, most extensive publication dedicated exclusively to summer programs, it's an essential guide for every prospective college student and family. -Do I really know what my major of interest entails? -Do I even know what other majors are out there? -Will I like living away from home as much as I hope I will? -Does my desired campus atmosphere support my learning needs? -Am I really ready?Very few college resources address these types of questions, much less by virtue of fingertip access to experiences that provide the answers in context. Unlike the majority of college resources, which are designed for students who know exactly what they want to do, this guide provides a connection to trialing colleges, careers, and communities, which in turn aids in self-reflection and educational planning. The diverse and far-reaching offerings enclosed within The Ultimate Summer Program Guide: For High School Students are intended to give students a glimpse into what they think they want, and question what else there might be. Those who apply for and complete one or more summer programs using the information provided will no doubt join the ranks of the most academically, socially and contextually prepared college applicants. In addition, they will have gained an unrivaled and distinctive edge that makes their application stand out.

Presents advice on using summer opportunities to help gain entrance into selective universities and provides guidance on researching, choosing, and applying for summer programs.

Record numbers of teens are applying to selective universities and the competition to gain entrance into college is tougher than ever before. The 2016-2017 edition of The Best Summer Programs for Teens helps teenagers find the coolest, most exciting, and most fulfilling summer programs across the United States. College-planning expert Sandra L. Berger provides students and parents with advice on using summer opportunities to help gain entrance into selective universities, and guidance on researching, choosing, applying for, and making the most out of summer programs. Students will be able to peruse the updated directory of more than 200 of the best summer opportunities in the areas of academic enrichment; fine arts; internships and paid positions; leadership and service; math, science, computer science, and technology; and study abroad or international travel, to find the program that fits them best.

Updated information is presented on more than 3,000 summer camps, arts programs, sports clinics, academic courses, travel tours, and wilderness adventures. A Fast Facts Quick Reference Chart helps parents compare programs at a glance.