Temple University Pre-College Programs 2022

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PRE-COLLEGE 

PROGRAMS 

Summer 

2022

PROGRAM OVERVIEW 

Get a head start on your college experience with Temple Precollege 

Programs. Explore some of the fields of study available at 

Temple University through our customizable programs designed 

for high school students. Dive deep into your interests, try 

something new, and make new friends from across the country and 

around the world. 

PRE-COLLEGE WORKSHOPS 

2-week program 

Temple University’s Pre-college Workshops invite students 

entering grades 9, 10, 11, or 12 to experience Temple University 

academics while exploring potential college majors through two 

non-credit workshops in various subject areas. 

SUMMER ACADEMY 


Temple Summer Academy is a pre-college program for students 

entering grades 11 or 12. You’ll experience the academics, energy, 

and culture of Temple University by taking one college course and 

two non-credit workshops. Two course options and dozens of 

workshop options available. 

SUMMER SCHOLARS 


Temple Summer Scholars is an academically rigorous pre-college 

program for students entering grades 11 or 12. You’ll join Temple 

undergraduates in two college courses over the six-week summer 

term. As a Summer Scholar, you will be able to customize your 

academic experience to suit your interests. We offer a wide range 

of summer courses, with options available in most undergraduate 

fields of study. 

2 Summer 2022 • Summer and Pre-College Programs • admissions.temple.edu/pre-college

PROGRAM OVERVIEW 

PROGRAM 

NAME 

PROGRAM 

DESCRIPTION 

ENTERING 

GRADE(S) 

EARN COLLEGE 

CREDIT? 

# OF 

WEEKS 

PRE-COLLEGE 

WORKSHOPS 

Choose two non-credit 

workshops from options 

in 40+ subjects, such as 

arts, health, criminal 

justice, writing, college 

prep, leadership, 

engineering, business, 

political science, law, and 

more. 

9, 10, 11, 

12 

NO 2 

SUMMER 

ACADEMY 

Take one college course 

and two non-credit 

workshops. Pass your 

course with a B or better 

and earn a $1,000/year 

tuition grant. 

11, 12 

YES 4 

SUMMER 

SCHOLARS 

Join Temple undergraduate 

students for two college 

courses of your choice 

during Temple’s summer 

session. 

11, 12 

YES 6 

SESSION DATES 

PRE-COLLEGE 

WORKSHOPS 

JUNE 27‒ 

JULY 8 

June 28‒July 9 

JULY 11‒ 

JULY 22 

JULY 25‒ 

AUGUST 5 

SUMMER 

ACADEMY 

JULY 11‒AUGUST 5 

SUMMER 

SCHOLARS 

JUNE 20‒AUGUST 1 

All course times are Eastern Time • precollege@temple.edu • 215-204-2712 

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PRE-COLLEGE 

WORKSHOPS 

2-week 

program 

Explore your interests, make new friends, and get a 

head start on your college experience. 


PRE-COLLEGE WORKSHOPS OVERVIEW 

SESSION 1 

JUNE 27‒JULY 8 

POLITICAL CAMPAIGNS AND 

ELECTIONS 

PHILADELPHIA IN LOCAL AND 

GLOBAL HISTORY 

TU LEADU SUMMER EXPERIENCE 

SONGWRITING INTENSIVE 

SPORTS REPORTING 

INTRO TO WEB DESIGN 

MAFIA IN MODERN ITALY ** 

MORNING SESSIONS 

SESSION 2 

JULY 11‒JULY 22 

RACE AT THE BORDERS OF 

EUROPE ** 

PSYCHOLOGY AND 

NEUROSCIENCE 

RISK MANAGEMENT AND 

ACTUARIAL SCIENCE 

INTRODUCTION TO 

COMPUTATIONAL THINKING ** 

ECOLOGY AND BIODIVERSITY 

PODCASTING 

DANCE INTENSIVE 

SESSION 3 


INDUSTRIAL AND SYSTEMS 

ENGINEERING: SUPPLY CHAIN 

CHALLENGE 


NEUROSCIENCE 

BEYOND RAGE TO RIOTS AND 

RECONCILIATION 

ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE 

ACCOUNTING INSTITUTE 

GENOMIC MEDICINE 

CREATIVE WRITING ** 

Note: workshops marked with two asterisks (**) are available online or on-campus. 

SESSION 1 


BIOENGINEERING AND 3D 

PRINTING 

DESIGNING PUBLIC HEALTH 

PROGRAMS AND POLICIES FOR 

YOUR COMMUNITY 

STREET PHOTOGRAPHY: 

PORTRAYING A NEIGHBORHOOD 

WRITING THE COLLEGE ESSAY 

SPORT MANAGEMENT 

CRIMINAL JUSTICE REFORM 

AFTERNOON SESSIONS 

SESSION 2 


INTRO TO APPLIED BEHAVIOR 

ANALYSIS 

BUSINESS DESIGN AND 

ENTREPRENEURSHIP 

STEM DESIGN: SUSTAINABILITY 

CHALLENGE 


SO YOU WANT TO BE A CRITIC 

WORLD AFFAIRS 

FUNDAMENTALS OF THEATER 

SESSION 3 


WIDE WORLD OF HEALTH 

PROFESSIONS: WHAT WORKS 

FOR YOU? 

YOUTH ACTIVISM AND SOCIAL 

JUSTICE 

EVENT AND ENTERTAINMENT 

MANAGEMENT 

MATERIALS SCIENCE 

PROMOTING WELLBEING 

ADVERTISING: CUTTING EDGE 

INSIDE CRIMINAL LAW 

SESSION 1 


EVENING SESSIONS (ONLINE) 

SESSION 2 


SESSION 3 


WRITING THE COLLEGE ESSAY PUBLIC HEALTH RESEARCH ACADEMIC SUCCESS 

STRATEGIES 


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Temple Pre-college Workshops invite students entering grades 9, 10, 11, or 12 to 

experience Temple University academics while exploring potential college majors 

through interactive, project-based, non-credit workshops. 

HOW IT WORKS: 

1) Choose your dates. Pre-college Workshops is offered in three (3) two-week sessions. 

You can attend more than one session if you choose. 

2) Choose a morning and an afternoon option (2 workshops total). Some half-day options 

may be available by request. Note that on-campus housing is only available to students 

who select the full-day option. 

non-credit workshops 

ACADEMIC SUCCESS STRATEGIES 

Start the next school year prepared for academic success. Develop 

strategies on getting organized, taking good notes, studying, reading 

effectively, and time management. You’ll leave this workshop feeling 

empowered to manage demands on your time, to understand what 

will be expected of you in college, and to use practical skills to 

improve your academic performance in high school and beyond. 


Every organization needs a good accountant to help it understand, 

analyze, and improve its operations and performance. If you are 

interested in business and have enjoyed your high school math 

courses so far, this workshop is ideal for you. You’ll learn about 

accounting fundamentals, such as preparing and analyzing financial 

statements, auditing, building wealth, understanding taxes, 

and applying financial concepts to real-world scenarios to help 

businesses succeed. You will learn from professionals in the field, 

and participate in a case competition with other students. 

ADVERTISING: CUTTING EDGE 

Students in this fast-paced workshop will learn about how the 

competitive, challenging world of advertising today is evolving—and 

what this new landscape might look like. Topics will include new 

technologies for ad creation & delivery, the use of neuroscience 

methods in advertising research, branding and brand personalities, 

and guerrilla campaigns, among others. Students will also work 

together to develop and execute a live “pop-up” campaign promoting 

a social cause. 



BEYOND RAGE TO RIOTS AND RECONCILIATION: JOURNALISTS 

COVERING CONFLICT IN PHILADELPHIA 

What is the role of a journalist in understanding and covering 

the conflicts of our city? This course allows you to explore how 

journalists can better understand what escalates a conflict and 

how coverage of a conflict may create greater tension or provide a 

potential for reconciliation and repair. Students will consider how 

journalistic bias may color the coverage of a conflict and whether 

journalism prevents people who should have voice from raising that 

voice for social change. Your focus will be on working in groups to 

understand three major Philadelphia conflicts in the past year – 

COVID and vaccination struggles in Philadelphia, “To Open or Not To 

Open”—What Should the School District Do, and Police Reform in the 

City of Brotherly Love – Making Up for What We Saw This Summer. 

You will have a chance to analyze journalistic coverage in these three 

pertinent issues through the lens of models of conflict management 

and escalation. 

BIOENGINEERING AND 3D PRINTING 

Transform the lives of people and animals who have limb loss or 

disabilities by learning how to make prosthetics, orthotics, or other 

adaptive devices in an affordable way--through 3D printing and 

other manufacturing technologies. You will work in a group to apply 

design thinking principles to the challenge of creating affordable 

and functional devices, and will learn how to assemble various 

devices. 

BUSINESS DESIGN AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP 

Work in teams to find innovative solutions to real-world problems 

using design thinking and creative problem-solving skills. You’ll use 

the Business Model Canvas to develop a new product from idea to 

prototype and present your business idea at the end of the program. 

build a prototype 

and present a 

business idea 

CREATIVE WRITING 

Have you written a poem or a story, or imagined yourself as an 

author? In this course, you can explore your potential as a creative 

writer. It will be run as a college-level creative writing workshop, 

where you will read works by contemporary writers, write your own, 

and read and discuss your classmates’ writing. 


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CRIMINAL JUSTICE REFORM 

Learn about the criminal justice system and its component parts, 

while investigating current issues like excessive force, bail 

reform, mass incarceration, and the death penalty. This workshop 

will provide you with tools to engage in informed debate about 

contemporary criminal justice issues and to work toward meaningful 

systemic reform. 


This dance intensive is designed for dancers ages 14 through 18 

with a minimum of 2 years of training and a passion for dancing 

and creating dance. Offering modern dance and ballet technique 

classes as well as choreography classes, this workshop engages 

dancers in a creative process to hone their technical skills while 

also learning choreographic concepts in the art of dance making. 

You’ll learn dance technique and explore dance making through 

choreographic assignments and other activities both on your own 

and with a partner. If you are a dancer interested in an exciting and 

fun experience to further your dance and dance-making skills, this 

workshop is for you! 

DESIGNING PUBLIC HEALTH PROGRAMS AND POLICIES FOR 

YOUR COMMUNITY 

Through needs assessments and assets mapping, students will 

critically evaluate the challenges faced in their own communities, 

particularly those that have an impact on complex health outcomes. 

Students will learn how to create programs and develop policies 

that address those challenges by using strategies like writing 

strong goals and objectives, finding evidence, creating activities, 

and planning for evaluation. The workshop is perfect for students 

interested in public health, social sciences, social justice, community 

organizing, health professions, and more. Students will leave the 

workshop with an actionable plan to create community change. 



ECOLOGY AND BIODIVERSITY 

This workshop is an introduction to the biochemical and 

biophysical principles of life on earth, and how organisms in an 

ecosystem interact with each other. What happens to the whole 

ecosystem when the balance is upset, either through evolution or 

through environmental impact? This workshop is idea for students 

who are interested in biology, environmental science, climate 

change, and sustainability and want to learn about science-based 

solutions to local and global environmental challenges. 

ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE 

Environmental justice is a way to understand and address the 

inequities in environmental conditions (e.g., access to clear air, 

water, and protection from heat and flooding) among people and 

communities due to racism, ethnicity, and poverty. In this class, we 

will learn about environmental justice concepts and methods, the 

history of the environmental justice movement, and community and 

policy responses. We will use the Philadelphia region as an example 

of disparities, challenges, and solutions. 

EVENT AND ENTERTAINMENT MANAGEMENT 

Work with other students to simulate planning a major event, like a 

festival, party, conference or convention. You will learn about the 

major operational considerations, like venue sourcing, food and 

beverage, technical services, marketing, risk management, and 

project management. By the end of the workshop, you will have a 

strong understanding of the event and entertainment industry, one 

of the fastest growing sectors in the tourism and hospitality industry. 

FUNDAMENTALS OF THEATER 

Embrace your creative spirit and explore the fundamentals of theatre 

craft, both onstage and backstage. Engage with other aspiring 

performers, designers, and creators to collaborate and develop a 

production, from page to stage, encompassing the diverse fields 

within drama: acting, directing, design/tech, and management, in 

a craft-based conservatory environment, while developing a wellrounded 

skillset that will inspire versatile, confident theater artists 

of tomorrow. Work with industry professionals and seasoned 

Philadelphia theatre artists whose experience will be invaluable to 

any aspiring theater artists. This class culminates in a performance. 


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Advances in scientists’ understanding of the human genome are 

making it possible to identify why certain diseases occur, and how to 

better prevent or treat them. In this interdisciplinary workshop that 

blends genomics, evolutionary biology, and informatics, you will 

learn how new technologies that harness the power of our genes to 

fight disease are being developed and used in the medical field. 

INDUSTRIAL AND SYSTEMS ENGINEERING: SUPPLY CHAIN 

CHALLENGE 

Industrial and systems engineers plan, design, implement, and 

manage integrated systems in a variety of industries which 

incorporate people, material, information, equipment so that 

performance, reliability, and cost can be assured. In this workshop, 

you will learn how to optimize the distribution of goods and services 

by simulating a vaccine distribution network. You will explore some 

of the challenges cities faced with vaccinating their residents without 

knowing how many people would want to receive the vaccine and 

how many doses would be shipped from the supplier. You’ll practice 

making the same tough decisions that vaccine suppliers had to make, 

such as where and how many vaccines should be shipped. Explore 

the complexities of this problem and work with other students to 

maximize the number of shots received and try to minimize unused 

doses and disease spread. 


Learn about the basics of criminal law, including the differences 

between civil and criminal law, how the court system operates, and 

how trials work. Engage with Philadelphia prosecutors and defense 

attorneys to explore the many facets of the criminal legal system. 

Throughout the workshop, you will work with a team of other 

students to prosecute a case—or mount a defense—in a mock trial. 



INTRO TO APPLIED BEHAVIOR ANALYSIS 

Learn the science of applied behavior analysis (ABA). People in a 

variety of professions, including psychology and education, use ABA 

techniques to change socially significant behavior of consumers. The 

workshop will overview the basic principles of behavior underlying 

ABA techniques, applications of ABA in a variety of settings (e.g., 

schools and clinics), and career paths for those seeking to work in 

ABA-related professions. 

INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTATIONAL THINKING 

In order to make a computer solve a problem, we must provide it 

with very specific and direct instructions. Expressing the problem 

solution as a series of such instructions forms the essence of 

computational thinking. This class will provide students with an 

introduction to the fundamentals of problem-solving in computer 

science. In the process, we will work through some fun problems 

and solutions that arise in real-life scenarios. 

INTRODUCTION TO WEB DESIGN 

You will be introduced to the three languages that work together to 

make modern websites: HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. You will learn 

basic web design principles, a popular CSS framework, and what it 

means to publish a website. You will gain “hands-on” experience 

creating web pages. 

MAFIA IN MODERN ITALY 

Trace the history of organized crime as a portal to underlying issues 

at the heart of the modern Italian nation: the relationship between 

state and society; tensions between national and regional identities; 

gender, work, and the family; party politics and the rise of fascism. 

In this workshop being offered live from Italy, you will learn about 

organized crime in Italy, from how it emerged, to the anti-mafia 

movements that rose up in opposition, to how it affects the country 

today. 


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What do nylon, lithium-ion batteries, plastics, and lasers all have 

in common? They were all developed by materials scientists! 

In this workshop, you will learn how math, chemistry, physics, 

and information science intersect to help scientists develop new 

materials that support our everyday lives and scientific innovation. 

You’ll learn the basics of materials science, including how to identify, 

formulate, and solve challenges in materials design. This workshop 

is ideal for students who enjoy laboratory science experiences, but 

also want to understand how to apply what they learn in lab work. 

PHILADELPHIA IN LOCAL AND GLOBAL HISTORY 

How have the lives of Philadelphians changed since the city’s 

founding in the seventeenth century? What role has Philadelphia 

played in global affairs? In this course, students are introduced 

to the academic discipline of history through a hands-on study of 

Temple University’s home town. 

PODCASTING: TELLING A COMMUNITY’S STORY 

This course will introduce students to the basics of creating their 

very own audio podcast. Students will learn audio production skills 

that include idea development, scriptwriting, voice recording, 

interviewing, and post-production. Students will learn about the 

audio podcasting industry and how they can use their own voice 

and interests to produce a succinct podcast from start to finish. 

The course include guest speakers, field trips, and engagement 

with current Temple University undergraduates. The workshop will 

conclude with a final showcase of the podcast created during the 

two-week program. 

POLITICAL CAMPAIGNS AND ELECTIONS 

More people turned out to vote in the US elections of 2020 than 

in any other election in history. With the congressional midterm 

elections, as well as numerous state and local elections, just around 

the corner, join this workshop to learn how political campaigns 

work. You and your classmates will play the role of campaign staff in 

a simulated campaign. You’ll get to analyze candidate nominations, 

public opinion polls, campaign ads, and campaign finance to reveal 

the complex dynamics at work. 



PROMOTING WELLBEING: MENTAL HEALTH, SELF-CARE, AND 

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS 

Learn self care and interpersonal skills based on positive psychology 

and happiness research. In this workshop, you will learn evidencebased 

approaches to relationships and mental health. This 

workshop will provide an introduction to career paths in the helping 

professions (e.g., counseling psychology, school psychology). 

PSYCHOLOGY AND NEUROSCIENCE 

Explore discoveries in psychology and neuroscience that are 

providing new insights on human behavior and that are contributing 

to improving treatments for people experiencing mental health 

difficulties. 

PUBLIC HEALTH RESEARCH 

Explore various health issues including substance use, access to 

care, nutrition, and more through the lens of public health research, 

evidence-based practice, and evaluation. Through partnerships with 

community organizations and faculty, you will assess community 

needs, create a research question, critically analyze different types 

of data, and communicate findings. This workshop is ideal for 

students interested in public health, social sciences, biology, life 

sciences, pre-med, health professions, and more. 

RACE AT THE BORDERS OF EUROPE 

Confront the pressing questions of race and migration in modern 

society, with a particular focus on Italy, with this workshop offered 

live from Temple’s Rome campus. From classic Greeks and Romans, 

who saw themselves under siege by the “barbarian hordes,” to 

contemporary America and its war on “extremism,” Western 

societies have repeatedly represented groups of people as threats 

to civilization. What is behind this impulse to divide the world into 

“us” and “them”? How is it bound up with our understanding of 

race and racial difference? And what happens when the “barbarian 

hordes” talk back? 


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RISK MANAGEMENT AND ACTUARIAL SCIENCE 

Risks are ever-present and growing in the world, yet where there 

exists risk, there exists business opportunity. Learn about the 

purpose of insurance and how risks such as natural catastrophe, 

cybersecurity, financial market, and healthcare are being managed. 

In addition, explore the mathematical analysis of risk using 

probability, statistics, time value of money, and financial market 

tools. 

SO YOU WANT TO BE A CRITIC? 

Students will use this residency program to explore critical 

reviewing, including theater, dance, music, film, art, museum 

exhibitions, books and food presented in Philadelphia during the 

summer. In addition to studying the work of reviewers, students 

will consider the different dynamics at play in reviewing in each art 

or discipline, and will go on assignment to write reviews. Students 

must have a flexible schedule in order to attend several nighttime 

events. Faculty will lead the field trips and provide transportation. 

SONGWRITING INTENSIVE 

Use your creativity to compose songs using technology. Listen, 

analyze, rearrange, reharmonize, and record original music. You 

will learn how to use structure, melody, rhythm, and harmony to 

support your lyrics and ideas in a variety of musical genres. After 

writing original songs, each student will receive feedback from 

peers and the instructor to improve their songwriting skills. You will 

also learn how to use an online music sequence program. For high 

school students with intermediate piano skills. 

SPORT MANAGEMENT 

Learn what it takes to make a team successful off the field. You’ll 

be immersed in the strategic decisions that sport management 

professionals make every day to transform the game day experience 

for fans. 



SPORTS REPORTING 

Instruction and practice in reporting and writing stories on a variety 

of sports topics. The course will include play-by-play reporting, 

locker room interviewing, podcasting, and traditional sports feature 

writing. Field trips will be available for students to practice their 

new skills. Guest lecturers will attend from the Philadelphia sports 

media region. 

STEM DESIGN: SUSTAINABILITY CHALLENGE 

Apply STEM problem-solving skills to develop and design products 

that address problems arising from the changing climate. You 

will learn basic coding skills using Arduino and will program a 

microcontroller to sense and react to things like moisture, sound, 

light, and more. Practice prototyping and manufacturing skills and 

present your new product idea at the end of the program. 

STREET PHOTOGRAPHY: PORTRAYING A NEIGHBORHOOD 

An introduction to digital photography where each student produces 

a portfolio of photographs based on assignments covering a variety 

of topics in a Philadelphia neighborhood. The course includes 

small-campus field trips, lab sessions focusing on digital editing 

techniques and in-class critiques of student work regarding what 

is a breaking news, feature or documentary story. By the end of 

the second week, students should be able to produce a portfolio 

suitable project. 

TU LEADU SUMMER EXPERIENCE 

In a world of social media and fake news, it’s totally common to 

not know who you are, who you want to be, and your place in this 

big world. Self-discovery and self-appreciation take WORK and 

INTENTIONALITY. Where does the work start, you ask? RIGHT HERE! 

Join the TU LeadU Summer Experience to learn more about you and 

your “super powers” so you can make your mark in the world! 


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WIDE WORLD OF HEALTH PROFESSIONS: WHAT WORKS FOR 

YOU? 

This workshop will be an introduction to health professions beyond 

that of a physician or nurse. You will learn about the professional 

preparation, duties, and projection of future opportunities for health 

professions such as athletic training, rehabilitation professionals, 

health information management, social work, behavioral health, 

epidemiology, and health policy, just to name a few. You will visit 

various research labs and clinical classrooms for interactive and 

research-focused sessions. 

WORLD AFFAIRS 

We live in a global age when events beyond our borders significantly 

affect our lives. Sharpen your understanding of international 

developments, including wars, economic globalization, wealth and 

poverty, the spread of democracy, environmental degradation, and 

global pandemics. 


Reflect on what makes you unique and write a personal essay that 

will help you stand out during the college admissions process or 

on scholarship applications. You will develop a complete draft 

of an essay under the guidance of a writing instructor, receiving 

personalized feedback along the way. 

YOUTH ACTIVISM AND SOCIAL JUSTICE 

Plan a simulated social justice coalition focused on key youth activist 

issues such as anti-racism, climate, and gender and LGBTQ+ equity. 

You will create groups based on an issue of your choice, and plan 

an event with a group that has chosen a different issue. You will 

learn from local youth activists, and discuss how scholarly research 

in liberal arts disciplines such as Sociology, Criminal Justice, and 

Gender, Sexuality and Women’s Studies can equip you with the 

problem-solving skills needed to form successful youth activist 

coalitions in current U.S. society. 


PRICING AND ENROLLMENT 

PRICING 

The cost of Temple Pre-college Workshops is $900 per session. This fee covers two (2) 

non-credit workshops, ongoing mentorship and support from Temple undergraduate 

students, and access to a robust schedule of evening and weekend social activities. Halfday 

and evening options are available for $500 per workshop. 

HOW TO ENROLL 

Temple Pre-college Workshops do not require an application to be admitted. However, 

you do need to fill out a registration form online to make your workshop selections. Click 

“Enroll Now” to get started. 

ENROLLMENT DEADLINE 

Enrollment deadlines are 7 days prior to each session’s start date, or until the program is 

full. Enroll early! 

ENROLLMENT CONFIRMATION 

When you fill out the enrollment form and pay your $100 deposit, your space is held in 

the program. Final workshop selections will be confirmed via email as the program start 

date gets closer. You may pay the remainder of your program fee up until 7 days prior to 

the first day of the program. 

student testimonial 

ENROLL NOW 

hear from a past 

pre-college student! 


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SUMMER ACADEMY 

4-week 

program 

Explore your interests, take a course for college 

credit, and make new friends. Choose one college 

course that meets daily for four weeks, and two 

workshops that meet daily for two weeks each. 


SUMMER ACADEMY OVERVIEW 

1 

2 

Step 1: Choose either a morning or afternoon college course. 

Step 2: Choose two workshops that take place opposite your college 

course, one for the first two weeks, another for the second two weeks. 

MORNING SESSIONS 

COLLEGE COURSES 

EDUC 0817: YOUTH CULTURES 

NON-CREDIT WORKSHOPS (SEE PAGES 6‒16) 

JULY 11‒JULY 22 JULY 25‒AUGUST 5 

RACE AT THE BORDERS 

OF EUROPE ** 


NEUROSCIENCE 


NEUROSCIENCE 

ENVIRONMENTAL 

JUSTICE 

RISK MANAGEMENT AND 

ACTUARIAL SCIENCE 

INTRO TO 

COMPUTATIONAL 

THINKING ** 

ECOLOGY AND 

BIODIVERSITY 

PODCASTING 



CREATIVE WRITING** 

BEYOND RAGE TO RIOTS 

AND RECONCILIATION 


INDUSTRIAL 

AND SYSTEMS 

ENGINEERING: SUPPLY 

CHAIN CHALLENGE 

Note: workshops marked with two asterisks (**) are available online or on-campus. 

AFTERNOON SESSIONS 

COLLEGE COURSES 

MATH 0824: MATHEMATICAL PATTERNS 

NON-CREDIT WORKSHOPS (SEE PAGES 6‒16) 

JULY 11‒JULY 22 JULY 25‒AUGUST 5 

INTRO TO APPLIED 

BEHAVIOR ANALYSIS 

SO YOU WANT TO BE A 

CRITIC 

YOUTH ACTIVISM AND 

SOCIAL JUSTICE 

ADVERTISING: CUTTING 

EDGE 

BUSINESS DESIGN AND 

ENTREPRENEURSHIP 

WRITING THE COLLEGE 

ESSAY 

WORLD AFFAIRS 

STEM DESIGN: 

SUSTAINABILITY 

CHALLENGE 

FUNDAMENTALS OF 

THEATER 

EVENT AND 

ENTERTAINMENT 

MANAGEMENT 


PROMOTING WELLBEING 

WIDE WORLD OF HEALTH 

PROFESSIONS: WHAT 

WORKS FOR YOU? 



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TEMPLE SUMMER ACADEMY 

Temple Summer Academy is an academically rigorous four-week pre-college program 

for students entering grades 11 or 12. Join us this summer to take one college course 

(3 or 4 credits, depending on the course), participate in two non-credit workshops (see 

pages 6‒16), build your confidence, and make new friends. If you successfully complete 

the program, you will earn a tuition grant towards your future undergraduate education 

at Temple. 

college courses available 

EDUC 0817: YOUTH CULTURES (3 CREDITS) 

Investigate several youth cultures, looking closely at what it means 

to belong. Learn how the media and marketing construct youth 

identities and define youth cultures around the world. 

MATH 0824: MATHEMATICAL PATTERNS (4 CREDITS) 

Sharpen your problem-solving skills and enhance your logical 

reasoning and analysis by exploring how math applies in the real 

world. Topics may include problem solving, voting theory, graph 

theory, finance, cryptography, statistics, and probability 


PRICING, APPLICATION & ENROLLMENT 

PRICING 

The cost of Temple Summer Academy starts at $2,300 per student. This fee covers the tuition for 

three (3) college credits, two (2) non-credit workshops, ongoing mentorship and support from 

Temple undergraduate students, and access to a robust schedule of evening and weekend social 

activities. There is an additional credit fee of $325 if a four-credit college course is selected. 

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS AND DEADLINES 

Temple Summer Academy requires an application to be admitted to the program. In order for 

your application to be considered complete, you must submit the following: 

• Transcript or report card. High school transcript (all grades from 9th grade and up, 

including most recent grades for the current academic year). An unofficial copy of your 

transcript is ok. 

• Test scores or academic writing sample. Copy of PSAT, SAT, or ACT test scores. (Unofficial 

reports are ok) OR an academic writing sample from one of your classes this year. 

• Personal statement (500 words) 

• Recommendation form from a teacher or guidance counselor. 

APPLICATION DEADLINE 

Applications will be accepted through Friday, May 13, 2022. 

NOTIFICATION OF ACCEPTANCE 

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Students are typically notified of their status via 

email within two weeks of Temple’s receipt of their application and other required documents. 

ENROLLING IN THE PROGRAM 

Once you receive your acceptance, you are considered enrolled in the program when you pay 

your $230 deposit. You may pay the remainder of your program fee up until 7 days prior to the 

first day of the program. 

TEMPLE TUITION GRANT 

Temple tuition grant ($1,000 per year for four years) is contingent on earning a B or better in the 

Temple Summer Academy college course, enrolling at Temple University as a first-time, fulltime 

freshman, and maintaining a 3.0 GPA and continuous full-time enrollment status. 

APPLY TODAY 


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SUMMER SCHOLARS 

6-week 

program 

Jump start your college experience by joining two 

undergraduate classes this summer. 


SUMMER SCHOLARS OVERVIEW 

ABOUT SUMMER SCHOLARS 

Temple Summer Scholars is a challenging, customizable pre-college program for students 

entering grades 11 or 12. You’ll join Temple undergraduates in two college courses over the 

six-week summer term. As a Summer Scholar, you will be able to customize your academic 

experience. We offer a wide range of summer courses, with options available in most 

undergraduate fields of study. This program can be completed online, on campus, or a mix of 

both. 

PRICING 

The cost of Temple Summer Scholars starts at $3,400 per student. This fee covers the tuition for 

six (6) college credits, support for weekly study hours, ongoing mentorship and support from 

Temple undergraduate students, and access to a robust schedule of evening and weekend social 

activities. An additional fee of $325 per credit for up to two additional credits may be assessed 

depending on the courses you choose. 

HOW TO APPLY 

Temple Summer Scholars requires an application to be admitted to the program. In order for 

your application to be considered complete, you must submit the following: 

• Transcript or report card. High school transcript (all grades from 9th grade and up, 

including most recent grades for the current academic year). An unofficial copy of your 

transcript is ok. 

• Test scores or academic writing sample. Copy of PSAT, SAT, or ACT test scores. (Unofficial 

reports are ok) OR an academic writing sample from one of your classes this year. 

• Personal statement (500 words) 

• Recommendation form from a teacher or guidance counselor. 

APPLICATION DEADLINE 

Applications will be accepted through Friday, May 13, 2022. 

NOTIFICATION OF ACCEPTANCE 

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Students are typically notified of their status via 

email within two weeks of Temple’s receipt of their application and other required documents. 

Students may begin registering for courses as early as April 1, 2022, so we recommend 

applying early to have access to the widest variety of courses. 

ENROLLING IN THE PROGRAM 

Once you receive your acceptance, you are considered enrolled in the program when you pay 

your $340 deposit. You may pay the remainder of your program fee up until 7 days prior to the 

first day of the program. 

APPLY TODAY 


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STUDENT LIFE & CLASSROOM EXPERIENCES 

student life 

As a Temple Pre-college student, your experience 

will include more than just learning through 

courses and workshops. You will also have the 

opportunity to try new things and meet new 

friends through our student life activities, which 

are included with every pre-college program. 

COLLEGE KNOWLEDGE SESSIONS • Throughout 

the program, you’ll meet with some of the staff at 

Temple to help you get your college career started. 

You’ll meet with offices such as Undergraduate 

Admissions, Student Financial Services, Education 

Abroad, and more. 

EVENING AND WEEKEND ACTIVITIES • Each 

week, Temple Pre-college offers social activities in the evening and on weekends. Activities include 

campus scavenger hunts and game nights, field trips and sightseeing in the Philadelphia region, pizza 

and movie nights, trivia, and more! 

PRE-COLLEGE MENTORSHIP • Pre-college Mentors (PCMs) provide support for you throughout your 

pre-college experience. PCMs are Temple undergraduate students who oversee your prep periods, 

facilitate student activities, help you get to know your classmates, live in your residence hall with you, 

and provide general support and guidance throughout your program. 

classroom experiences 

Most pre-college programs for summer 2022 will be offered in person. Limited online options are also 

available. 

Your classroom experience at Temple will introduce you to college-level academics in a fun way that 

prioritizes real-world application of what you learn. Here’s what you can expect: 

• Engaging, interactive class sessions with your instructor where you talk with them and with 

your classmates, debate, and explore the material together. 

• No long lectures. We want you to feel the sense of connection that comes from having 

conversations with your instructor and classmates, and working on projects together. 

• Flexible “Prep” time to work on group projects or other assignments with classmates, and use 

Temple resources like computer labs, recording equipment, and more. 

• Real-world scenarios to think through, and opportunities to practice applying what you learn 

through project-based learning. 

Each pre-college program is customizable, so schedules may vary slightly. However, we are committed 

to delivering an exceptional experience in every course or workshop. Non-credit workshops are 

designed for high school students, and extra support will be provided in credit-bearing college courses 

to help promote a successful transition to college-level work. 


VACCINATION, HOUSING & DINING 

vaccination policy 

In accordance with mandates issued by the City of Philadelphia Board of Health, Temple University 

requires all students, faculty, staff and contractors to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to 

safeguard the health and wellness of our community. 

If you enroll in a Temple Pre-college program, you will be required to provide proof of vaccination, or 

request an exemption from vaccination for a legitimate medical or religious reason, prior to your first 

day of class. Students who have an approved exemption will be required to test for COVID-19 at least 

once a week. All students are expected to follow current public health guidelines, which may include 

masking and social distancing, and are subject to change, while on campus. 

campus housing 

Living on campus is often one of the most exciting parts of your pre-college experience. You’ll experience 

the energy of campus life firsthand, and develop your sense of independence in the safe, structured 

environment of one of our campus residence halls. 

Choosing to live on campus is optional for any 

full-day pre-college program. If you elect 

to add campus housing to your pre-college 

experience, here’s what to expect. You will: 

• Match with a roommate of the same gender 

identity and be given space in a residence 

hall designated for pre-college students 

for the duration of your program. 

• Move in on the afternoon prior to your first 

day of class (e.g. June 26 for programs 

beginning June 27) and move out on your 

last day of class. 

• Have plenty of free time to hang out 

on campus, but will also have multiple 

opportunities each week to participate 

in on-campus activities or off-campus 

field trips to places like Reading Terminal 

Market, Citizens Bank Park, the historic Old 

City neighborhood, and the Philadelphia 

Museum of Art. 

• Have access to a full, live-in staff who will 

be there to provide 24/7 supervision and 

support. 


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campus housing (continued) 

HOUSING FEES 

• 2 weeks - $1,600 (plus campus dining, see below) 



HOUSING ENROLLMENT DEADLINE 

Any student who has enrolled in a full-day pre-college program (Pre-college Workshops, Summer 

Academy, Summer Scholars, or any pre-college program at the Tyler School of Art and Architecture) is 

eligible to add campus housing to their experience. Housing enrollments are accepted on a rolling basis 

until the residence hall fills, or until 14 days prior to your first day of class, whichever comes first. We 

recommend enrolling early! 

HOW TO ENROLL IN CAMPUS HOUSING 

Once you are enrolled in a pre-college program, you may add housing to your experience. A $300 deposit 

holds your space in the residence hall. You may pay the remainder of your housing fee up until 14 days 

prior to the first day of your program. 

campus dining 

On-campus dining at Temple means great food when you need it, where you need it. It also means a 

comfortable atmosphere where you can gather with friends, take a break from studying or just hang 

out and relax. The typical meal consists of a wide variety of food served cafeteria-style and includes 

vegetarian and vegan options. The dining hall is set up to accommodate most common food allergies or 

dietary restrictions. Pre-college students can also eat in one of the many quick-service restaurants or 

local shops on Temple’s campus, or enjoy our famous food truck scene. 

Students who live on campus will be required to pay a Meal Fee, which will cover breakfast, lunch, 

dinner, and snacks. Meal Fees are paid through Temple’s campus-based debit card system called 

Diamond Dollars. Diamond Dollars can be spent at many locations on campus, including dining halls, 

most local restaurants and shops, and even some food trucks. There is a required minimum amount of 

Diamond Dollars that must be deposited to each student’s account prior to their first day of class, but 

parents and families can add additional funds remotely at any time. Non-residential students are also 

welcome to use the Diamond Dollars system to cover their lunches and snacks while on campus, but are 

not required to pay the minimum meal fee. 

Required Meal Fee (residential students only): 

• 2 weeks - $300 required minimum 



Students who live in campus housing are also welcome to bring non-perishable snacks to keep in their 

dorm rooms. Communal microwaves and very limited refrigerator space will be available, but renting 

miniature refrigerators is not permitted in pre-college programs. 


PRICING, FINANCIAL AID & REFUNDS 

WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THE PROGRAM FEE 

• Tuition and/or program fees for all courses and workshops that are part of your program 

• Ongoing support from Temple undergraduate students and other program staff 

• Co-curricular college access and readiness workshops on admissions, financial aid, college majors, 

study abroad, future careers, and more. 

• Access to a full slate of fun social activities held on evenings and weekends. 

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED IN THE PROGRAM FEE 

• Devices and supplies to engage in an online program, including but not limited to computers, tablets, 

high-speed internet access or hotspots, headsets, webcams, etc. 

• Books and supplies. Most courses and workshops do not have additional book and supply 

requirements, but a few may require you to purchase textbooks or other supplies. Our instructors 

are committed to keeping book and supply costs low. 

FINANCIAL AID 

Limited financial aid is available and is primarily based on the financial need of students and their 

families. Financial aid is distributed through an application process. The priority deadline for aid is 

February 28, 2022 and the final deadline is April 15, 2022. Aid is limited, and we encourage you to apply 

early. You can find our Financial Aid Application on our website. 

DEPOSITS AND PAYMENT PLANS 

You may hold your space in any pre-college program with a deposit: 

• Pre-college Workshops - $100 

• Summer Academy - $230 

• Summer Scholars - $340 

• Campus Housing - $160+ 

Once you pay your deposit, you will be invoiced for the remaining balance. You may pay in any installment 

amounts that work for you and your family, provided that you are paid in full 7 days prior to the first 

day of your program. Instructions on how to pay your program balance will be provided at the time of 

enrollment. 

REFUND POLICY 

Your deposit to any pre-college program is non-refundable. If you need to withdraw from your program, 

you must provide written notice to our office by emailing precollege@temple.edu. 

• If your withdrawal notice is sent more than 14 days before your program’s start date, you will be 

issued a full refund, less your deposit. 

• If your withdrawal notice is sent less than 14 days and 1 day before your program’s start date, you 

will be issued a 50% refund, less your deposit. 

• No refunds will be issued for withdrawal requests received with less than one day prior to the 

student’s scheduled program start date. 

Final course selections will be confirmed as early as possible, but no later than 7 days prior to the start 

of the program. If your first-choice courses or workshops do not run due to low enrollment, we will 

issue a full refund or we will gladly place you in another course of your choice. 


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