The program offers an Ivy League curriculum and innovative lab experiences using the University of Pennsylvania's cutting-edge technology and resources.
The Penn SAS 2-Week Summer Science Academies are intensive, non-credit residential programs designed for high school students. These academies fuse sophisticated scientific theory with relevant applications, providing innovative lab experiences using Penn's cutting-edge resources. Students engage directly with University of Pennsylvania faculty and long-standing professionals in their field, supported by graduate and undergraduate teaching assistants. The curriculum emphasizes hands-on lab work, mock crime scene investigations, analysis of real-world case studies, and interdisciplinary journal discussions. Participants develop technical skills, learn to construct persuasive scientific arguments, and effectively communicate findings in written reports and oral testimony. Upon successful completion, students receive a Certificate of Completion and can request letters of recommendation from their Penn instructors.
An average day might include lectures, lab work, group projects, and seminars.
These academies are best suited for those with a strong interest in and aptitude for sciences and engineering, and for motivated students from around the globe looking for in-depth experience in a specific subject and a competitive edge in college admissions.
University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA 19104
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