The program offers an authentic university experience at Emory's prestigious Oxford campus, allowing students to engage with world-class faculty in non-credit, college-level courses without the pressure of grades.
The Emory University Summer Ox-perience Pre-College Program offers rising high school seniors an immersive, two-week residential experience designed to provide a taste of college life at Emory's Oxford campus. Students engage in non-credit, college-level courses taught by Oxford faculty, fostering intellectual engagement without the pressure of grades. The program emphasizes exploration and discovery across various disciplines, including science, storytelling, social change, and abstract math. Beyond academics, participants develop critical thinking, leadership, and time management skills through workshops and extracurricular activities. The program aims to build confidence, independence, and lasting friendships, preparing students for the transition to higher education.
A typical day involves morning classes, followed by interactive classes or activities, and college prep workshops in the afternoon. Evenings are filled with recreational programs and social activities. The curriculum is complemented by college readiness workshops covering topics like essay writing, resume building, financial aid, and interviewing skills. Students also participate in community-building events, creative arts, wellness programs, and weekend excursions to explore local cultural landscapes and the Oxford College Organic Farm. The program provides a supportive environment for students to explore academic interests, experience campus living, and gain a deeper understanding of their future academic and career paths.
A typical weekday includes breakfast, two morning classes, lunch, an interactive class or activity, a college prep workshop or leadership development session, dinner, and evening recreational programs or social activities.
This program is ideal for curious, motivated high school juniors (rising 12th graders) eager to challenge themselves, experience college life firsthand, and engage in hands-on, college-level learning in a vibrant campus setting.
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