UCONN MENTOR CONNECTION: A REAL WORLD EXPERIENCE FOR TALENTED TEENS
Get a glimpse of college life this summer and immerse yourself in a research or creative project with peers with similar interests at UCONN Mentor Connection July 12 – August 7. If you are a current 10th or 11th grade student, you have until March 27th to apply. Program cost is $5800.UCONN Mentor Connection is unique because it will provide you with the opportunity for hands-on participation in research and creative projects under the supervision of university mentors. You will definitely learn more about your area of interest and could very well be on the path to deciding your college major!
Experience college life in a supportive setting. Meet other bright and motivated high school students from around the country. Attend presentations about the Honors Program, Undergraduate Admissions, First Year Experience, and career planning and meet representatives from the many cultural centers and communities on campus. Join an evening activity and have fun getting to know the students and residential staff.
College credit is available at most mentorship sites. Submit three essays, ask two teachers who know you and your work well to complete an academic reference form, and submit your most recent transcript. Applications are due March 27 and status notification will be made in mid-April.
Visit these links or contact Heather Spottiswoode, Program Manager, at mentorconnection@uconn.edu or 860-486-0283
Heather L. Spottiswoode, Program Manager
UCONN Mentor Connection
2131 Hillside Road, Unit 3007
Storrs, CT 06269-3007
(860) 486-0283
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