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Northwestern College Prep

College Life. College Credit. College Prep.

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Discover a variety of course opportunities for high school students this summer with Northwestern University and prepare for college success.

Which option is right for you?

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Academic Options

Choose from two-week seminars offered in a range of exciting topics on campus (IN FOCUS) or online (e-FOCUS), or take an undergraduate course for college credit. Sessions in all options are taught by Northwestern faculty members.

Campus Life

High school students can experience college life this summer. Make new friends, enjoy activities, and have fun on Northwestern's beautiful lakefront campus.

Get Ready for College

Get a taste of independence and the college experience — learn in a college class, live in a college dorm, get to know roommates and classmates, and manage your own schedule.
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Get a head start on college.
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Choose from a variety of Northwestern courses highlighting themes relevant today.
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Receive college credit or earn a certificate from Northwestern.

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Build bonds with faculty and students from around the world.
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Finish the program with a clear plan for the college application process.
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Attend workshops to set yourself up for success in college.
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Find out more about Northwestern's College Prep program!

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The College Prep Experience

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Read what students from last year's session have to say about their experience and view the student blog.

 

"We learned valuable lessons in class, such as teamwork, effective communication, and creativity while building. It was a very enjoyable and exciting experience for me."
"The Get Ready series was a very helpful part of the CPP program for me. I loved the opportunity to talk with real Northwestern admissions reps and get to know the admissions process from both sides."
"One of the most exciting parts of my Northwestern summer experience was meeting incredibly bright classmates with whom I share similar interests."

"Not only did it make me more independent and feel more ready for college, but it gave me a better sense of what a college class is actually like."
"It was one of the best experiences of my life. I learned so much and now I’m set on applying to Northwestern."
"I went into this program mostly expecting an informative intellectual experience, and was not prepared for the deep levels of friendship I would make."
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