Frequently Asked Questions
GENERAL:
What is the cost of the program?
Projected costs for the 2008 College Preparation
Program are available on the Tuition
& Fees page.
What are the start and end dates
for the program?
The program begins on Sunday, June 22, 2008. Students enrolled in three-week courses depart on Saturday, July 12. Students enrolled in four-week courses depart on Saturday, July 19.. Students enrolled in six-week courses depart on Saturday, August 2. Students enrolled in eight-week courses or intensive sequences depart on Saturday, August 16. Nine-week sequences end on Friday, August 22.
Are there any scholarships or financial aid available?
Limited
financial aid is available to qualified applicants. Please
see this
page for
more information.
Will participation in the College Preparation
Program affect my chances of getting into NU?
While successful
enrollment in college courses is a great head-start to your
college career, many facets of your application will contribute
to your acceptance to college. Participation in the CPP is
one of the many pieces of your application profile; it alone
does not guarantee your acceptance to Northwestern University.
If I have an obligation that requires me to be away
from campus during part of the College Preparation Program,
may I still attend?
Summer Session classes only
meet from three to eight weeks during which they
cover a semester's worth of information. As a result, missing
even
one class
meeting could be detrimental to your final grade. We strongly
suggest that other summertime commitments be scheduled
for before or after the College Prep Program.
Who else takes classes in the summer?
NU
Summer Session is open enrollment. Generally, you will find
yourself in class with NU undergrads and visiting students
from universities worldwide.
How many students participated in the College Preparation
Program last year?
Last summer, the CPP welcomed about 95 students from
around the country and the world.
APPLICATION:
Who may apply?
To apply, you must have a cumulative high school grade
point average of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (B average or better)
and have completed your junior year of high school by June
20, 2008. However, if you have just completed your sophomore
year and feel you are sufficiently prepared for college-level
work, you may submit your application for consideration
by
the admissions committee.
When is the deadline?
International applications must be received by February 29, 2008. Regular domestic applications must be received by April 11, 2008.
Between April 12 and May 23, 2008, applications will be considered on a space-available basis.
Can I fax or email my transcript and letters of
recommendation?
No. Letters and transcripts must arrive
in sealed envelopes that have been signed across the seal
by a school official. Unofficial letters of recommendation
and transcripts will not be reviewed as part of a completed
application.
May I send my application before I have my transcript
and letters of recommendation?
You may, but it
is recommended that you send your application materials
all together (application, fee, letters, and transcripts)
so as to expedite
the evaluation process.
Will I be notified if my application is incomplete?
No.
It is the student's responsibility to see that all materials
arrive at our offices by the due date.
How soon will I know if I have been accepted?
You
will receive written notification of the admission committee's
decision within one to two weeks of receipt of your completed
application.
Will I be notified by phone or email of acceptance?
No.
The decision of the committee will not be made known to you
either by telephone or email.
PREPARING FOR COLLEGE:
The weekly Get Ready seminars prepare you for the transition
to college life and will help you navigate the college admissions
and application process with direct access to University
admissions counselors, financial aid officers, and student
services representatives. Writing consultants provide the
guidance you'll need to develop strong application essays
and to write with greater complexity, confidence and interpretive
savvy in preparation for college coursework.
RESIDENCE LIFE:
Are the dorms air conditioned?
The Residence Halls used
by the CPP are not air-conditioned. We recommend that students
bring or purchase a window fan upon arrival. Students may
not install air conditioners in Residence Hall rooms.
What is the weather like in Evanston in the summer?
Generally,
Midwestern summers are hot and humid. Temperatures can vary
from the lower 60s to the upper 90s in the span of just
one week.
Can I choose my roommate?
No. An important
part of the dorm experience is learning to interact with
new people.
Can I change roommates?
No. The decision
of the CPP regarding your roommate and room assignment is
final and binding.
Will I be able to contact my roommate before the
first day of the program?
Yes. A few weeks before
the program starts, you will receive a letter detailing
your room assignment and roommate's name and contact information.
What will my mailing address be?
Mail is
not delivered directly to the residence halls in the summer;
therefore, all mail should be addressed to:
[ Student's name ]
The College Preparation Program
Northwestern University
405 Church Street
Evanston, Illinois 60208-0001
ACADEMIC LIFE:
What kinds of courses may I take?
Generally, CPP participants may take any 100 or 200 level
courses - and some 300 level courses - offered on the Evanston
campus.
How many courses may I take?
For the richest experience, we strongly recommended that students take two 6 or 8 week courses, or one intensive course sequence. We do understand, however, that courses at Northwestern are both challenging and expensive, and so taking one course is perfectly acceptable.
Where is the bookstore
and when can I buy books?
The bookstore is located in the Norris University
Center at 1999 Campus Drive. Textbooks can be purchased on
the first day of class or reserved for in-store pick up on
the web by visiting www.northwestern.bkstore.com
. We generally recommend that students bring about $300 per course
for books, fees, and class materials if purchasing them upon
arrival.
CAMPUS LIFE:
What kinds of extra-curricular activities are available?
CPP
offers a variety of extra-curricular activities throughout
the summer. Last summer students attended a play at the Theatre
on the Lake, an architectural cruise of downtown Chicago,
and a Cubs game at Wrigley Field, among other things. Small,
informal gatherings are held frequently in the Residence
Hall.
Can I bring my car?
No. Students who attend as CPP residential
scholars may not bring vehicles to campus. Commuters may
use their cars to travel to and from campus but may not transport
other CPP participants. Commuters must purchase their own
parking passes - visit www.univsvcs.northwestern.edu/Parking for
more information.
How big is the campus?
Northwestern University
is located on a 240-acre campus in Evanston, the first suburb
north of Chicago. Please visit www.northwestern.edu/about/facts/index.html for
more information.
Where can I worship?
Please visit www.northwestern.edu/chaplain for
information on religious life at Northwestern University.
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