The College Prep Program

Motto: "Working at Learning"

The College Prep Program is a partnership between the University of Massachusetts Lowell and Lawrence High School. Our goal is to engage students in a meaningful learning experience for the purpose of enhancing their basic skills, critical thinking and social competencies. More importantly, College Prep exposes participating students to the college experience.
College Prep is geared toward improving the Lawrence High School students' chances of competing in a technically advanced society by offering enrichment classes in the areas of Math, Physical Science, Computer Literacy, and English Language Arts. Students enrolled in the program attend Saturday classes during the academic year and spend summers attending classes four days a week for six weeks.

COLLEGE PREP IS PROUD OF:

  • Providing high quality academic programs and instructional strategies that address different learning and teaching styles.
  • Providing a safe environment with reasonable class sizes.
  • Providing teachers and students with adequate curriculum resources.
  • Promoting collaborative relationships among staff, students, and the community.
  • Celebrating the many cultures which comprise our student body. Ensuring that all students, regardless of background or experience, are treated fairly and respectfully.

PROGRAM OFFERINGS

Academic Program:

Students participating in the College Prep Program attend academic classes in the areas of English, Math, Physical Science, Computers, and SAT Prep. These courses are designed to enhance students' academic skills by engaging them in a meaningful learning experience.


Tutoring Program:

Recognizing the unique learning styles of each student, the College Prep Program offers Academic Tutoring. This service is available to all students needing academic support. Tutoring is provided by peer mentors and/or University students.

Residential Program:

Senior students have the opportunity to reside at UMASS Lowell for three weeks during the summer program. Students participating in the residential program receive free room, board and meals. The residential program provides students an opportunity to get involved in a great number of academic and extracurricular activities offered by the University.

Academic Career Counseling:

Through various activities, College Prep students participate in an Academic Career Awareness Program. Such activities include:

  • College Visits
  • Multi-cultural Career Day
  • Review of College Admissions Standards
  • Financial Aid Seminars
  • Tour of the UMASS Career Center
  • College Planning Handbook
  • Academic Counseling

Internship Program:

Students entering their senior year in high school have the opportunity of participating in the internship program. All of the senior students are placed in internships, work assignments and/or research apprentices. They are assigned to work in a specific University Department or local Business, with a faculty member or a business partner serving as their supervisor. The internship component gives students the chance to explore career interests. At the end of the internship, students are required to provide an oral presentation of their internship experience.

Extracurricular Activities:

Students have the opportunity to enhance their learning experience through a variety of extracurricular activities. These activities include:

  • Summer Camp
  • Field Trips
  • Yearbook Committee
  • Sports
  • Arts & Crafts
  • Community Speakers
  • Cultural Sharing Day
  • Talent Shows

Admission to UMASS Lowell Students who successfully complete the program, and interested in attending UMASS Lowell, receive assistance by the Admissions and Student Financial Assistance offices at the University.

College Prep is administered by the University of Massachusetts Lowell's Center for Field Services and Studies.

If you would like to know more about the College Prep Program, please contact the Program Director, Hector N. Torres at (978) 934-4668.

Young Scholars:

Motto: "Getting a Jump On Success"

The Young Scholars Program is a partnership between the University of Massachusetts Lowell and Lawrence Middle Schools. Our goal is to engage students in a meaningful learning experience for the purpose of enhancing their basic skills, critical thinking and social competencies. Through hands-on experiences, the Young Scholars Program intends to help students build self-confidence and pride through their achievements. The program prepares students at an earlier age for the intense academic competition they will face when applying to college.

The Young Scholars Program, also known as the Young Engineers Program or the Young Scientist Program, was created in 1999 as a part of the University's commitment to improve Lawrence Middle School students' academic performance in Math, Science, Education Technology, and English Communication. Students enrolled in the program attend classes during the summer, four days a week, for six weeks.

Goals Of The Program:
  • Providing high quality academic programs and instructional strategies that address different learning and teaching styles.
  • Providing a safe environment with reasonable class sizes.
  • Providing teachers and students with adequate curriculum resources.
  • Celebrating the many cultures which comprise our student body.
  • Ensuring that all students, regardless of background or experience, are treated fairly and respectfully.


Program Offerings

Program Structure:

Forty students are selected to participate in the Young Scholars Program. The intention of the program is to provide students with a "heads up" on the grade level that they will be attending in September. Students attend daily classes, seminars and extracurricular activities which are strongly focused around an integrated academic curriculum.

Academic Program:

Students participating in the Young Scholars Program attend academic classes in the areas of Mathematics, Science, English Communication, and Educational Technology. These courses are designed to enhance students' academic skills by engaging them in a meaningful learning experience.

Tutoring/Academic Counseling Program:

Recognizing the unique learning styles of each student, the Young Scholars Program offers Academic Tutoring. This service is available to all students needing academic support. Tutoring is provided by peer mentors and/or University students.

Extracurricular Activities:

Students have the opportunity to enhance their learning experience through a variety of extracurricular activities. These activities include:

  • Educational Field Trips
  • Yearbook Committee
  • Sports
  • Arts & Crafts
  • Community Speakers
  • Cultural Sharing Day
  • Talent Shows

Final Project:

Students are required to work on an "end-of-the-program project". The planning, development, and completion of the end-of-the-program project is conducted throughout the six weeks of the summer program. The final project is displayed by the students during the closing ceremony. Students have the opportunity to display their work and share their experiences with other students participating in the program.

Opportunities at UMASS Lowell:

Students participating in the Young Scholars Program who are interested in attending UMass Lowell, receive further information about application requirements and admission procedures.

The Young Scholars Program is administered by the University of Massachusetts Lowell's Center for Field Services and Studies.

If you would like to know more about the College Prep or Young Scholars Program, please contact the Program Director, Hector N. Torres at (978) 934-4668.