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SUMMER IN
NEW YORK CITY 2009

A co-educational pre-college program for rising high school juniors and seniors at Barnard in partnership with Columbia University

EXPLORE YOUR IDEAS
IMAGINE YOUR FUTURE

Learn to think like a college student
in New York City.

Get a head start on college life in the world's greatest city. The Barnard College Summer in New York City
program offers young men and women a unique opportunity to sample pre-college courses at one of the nation's premiere colleges -- while exploring New York City both in and out of the classroom.

Whether you choose our four-week session, our one-week mini courses, or our Young Women's Leadership Institute, your studies could include visiting an art gallery, attending a poetry slam, or meeting city leaders.

Evenings and weekends are packed with organized trips to landmarks like the Statue of Liberty and Rockefeller Center. Concerts in the Park, film festivals, ethnic neighborhood festivals - it's all here, waiting for you. This summer, discover yourself as you discover New York and get an unforgettable taste of your future.

 

Liberal Arts – 4 week session

2 courses
Life after College
June 28– July 25
Four week program
$4,600 includes room and board
$3,000 for commuters

Application deadline- Monday, May 11.  Please note all application materials must be in the office by Monday, May 11.

Liberal Arts – 1 week session

1 course
June 28– July 3
One week program
$1,700 includes room and board
$1,100 for commuters

Application deadline- Monday, May 11.  Applications to the One-Week Session will be placed on a waiting list. Please note all application materials must be in the office by Monday, May 11.

Young Women's Leadership Institute*

Class in woman's studies and workshops on leadership
July 12 – 18
One week program
$1,700 includes room and board

*Open to female students only

Application deadline- Monday, May 11.  Please note all application materials must be in the office by Monday, May 11.

 



“A lifetime of experiences packed into four weeks.”
— Michelle Winerip, Phoenix, Arizona

 

A top faculty challenges your mind
and stretches your horizon...

01/   Live and learn like a college student

02/   Explore career opportunities

03/   Build leadership skills

04/   Have "only in New York" experiences

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