Summer Scholars Program

Thanks for your interest in Fairfield University's Summer Scholars program! Our 2013 dates are July 7th to July 20th.

A taste of college life

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A two-week college residential and academic experience for talented high school students

Welcome! Engaged and curious high school students looking to get a taste for what college is really like are encouraged to apply to the new Fairfield University Summer Scholars Program.

Fairfield University Summer Scholars Program is a great way for rising junior and senior high school students to obtain a dynamic college experience during the summer. Students can select from a wide array of courses in the sciences, arts, humanities, or the social sciences.

Program Highlights

  • 3-credit college transfer credits*
  • Small class settings led by expert faculty
  • A full (and fun!) college, residential experience
  • Access to Fairfield's safe and scenic campus environment and amenities
  • One-on-one meetings to discuss academic progress and successful course completion
  • Workshops to discuss the college search process and other related topics

Students may select one of the following courses:

    1. Biology: Identity and the Human Genome
    2. Economics: Introduction to Microeconomics
    3. English: Fairy Tales
    4. English: News Writing
    5. English: Creative Writing
    6. Film: American Films of the 90's
    7. History: Origins of the Modern World
    8. Music: History of Rock
    9. Sociology: Race, Gender, and Ethnic Relations
    10. Studio Art: Painting

* In many cases, credits earned through Fairfield University will be accepted at other institutions. Fairfield University cannot guarantee that credits earned on our campus will be transferable to other Universities. Therefore, students and their families are encouraged to check with individual schools regarding the transferability of Fairfield University credits.
**Courses offerings are subject to change. Contact us at summerscholars@fairfield.edu with any questions.


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