Summer Science Academy Day Program offers an exciting and engaging hands-on experience for passionate incoming 9th and 10th grade students with an interest in sciences: biology, health care, medicine, or related STEM fields. Your classroom takes place at the Emory University School of Medicine where you and your Academy mates will learn a variety of topics such as:
- Natural Science
- Biotechnology
- Engineering and Math
- Medical and Science Research
- Health and Science Careers Exploration
The 2021 Summer Science Academy Program will take place 100% virtually.
Online registration is now OPEN.Mission Statement
To provide high school students from traditionally underrepresented minority backgrounds the opportunity to develop a better understanding and appreciation of science by exposing them to an educational environment that is conducive to learning, motivating, challenging, and fun.
Core Beliefs
- Science is all around us and a vital part of our lives.
- All students are able to learn sophisticated principles of science and should be encouraged to enroll in science courses in high school.
- Science knowledge is achievable for students from underrepresented minority backgrounds (African Americans, Hispanic, Native Americans, and Pacific Islanders).
- Students who are female are capable of and should be encouraged to enroll in science courses and pursue careers requiring a background in science and technology.
- With many other career options available, the number of African American and Hispanic American males in science related fields is dwindling. Male students from these backgrounds should be encouraged to pursue careers in science and technology.
- It is OK to be smart and be a high achiever, especially in the science, math, and technology areas.
Fees, Forms, and Deadlines
Students registering for the Summer Science Academy Program must submit a $225 deposit to secure a space. Program Fees are as follows:
- Registration Fee is $800
- $200 deposit and $25 application fee, for a total of $225, is due upon registration
- The remaining registration fee balance must be paid in full by May 3, 2021
- Students from same household receive $100 discount. Once you have registered the first child online, please email us to receive a separate registration form for the second child.
- Deposits will be applied towards the balance of the registration fee.
- There is a fee of $50 if cancellation is made on or before May 3.
- Cancellations made after May 3 will be assessed a $200 cancellation fee.
Forms:
- A Release of Liability form is required.
- A Media Release form is required.
- Attendees and Parents/Guardians will receive a link to the forms to sign electronically after successfully registering online.