Summer Scholar's Program - UBC

The University of British Columbia is thrilled to announce the Summer Scholars Program is now open to high school applicants for summer 2015.Students will spend two weeks this July engaged in hands-on research and learning with UBC professors at the beautiful Okanagan campus - a total university experience. Two exciting courses to choose from Environmental Sciences, in which students tackle the hot topic of sustainability, and explore it through field research in lab and natural surroundings of the Okanagan valley. New this year! Applied Science, in which students are introduced to the design process through applied engineering projects, and explore topics ranging from robotics technology to 3D printing.

How will your students benefit from the program? They'll be connected to ideas and people that have global influence and get a taste of a world-class university-level education. The Summer Scholars Program is a non-credit course that will give students a solid foundation in environmental or applied sciences. They will: Complete a final study project, perfect for any college application Live on campus and be mentored by current UBC students  Explore the city of Kelowna, a top tourist destination in BC Meet and make friends from all over the world [video] - more than 70 students from 27 countries have participated so far Who is eligible? Students must be: Between 16 and 18 years of age;  Entering one of their final two years of high school; In good academic standing (unofficial transcript required); and Be able to undertake studies in English at a university level UBC and the Okanagan campus UBC is consistently ranked among the top 40 research universities in the world and top three universities in Canada. UBC's Okanagan campus is nestled between Kelowna's lively city centre and stunning mountains, lakes, and trails of the Okanagan Valley.    Why choose the Summer Scholars Program? “I enjoyed every part of the Summer Scholars Program, and I met some incredible people whom I hope to stay in touch with in the future. Thank you to everyone at UBC for making this an amazing experience.”    --- Charlotte, Thailand There are only 40 spaces for each course in the Summer Scholars Program, so encourage your students to apply early. Review the online application Sincerely, University of British Columbia Questions? Email us at summer.scholars@ubc.ca Follow us on Twitter Like us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram Please do not reply to this message, as this email address is not monitored.  If you no longer wish to receive UBC Undergraduate Admissions emails, please email youbc.unsubscribe@ubc.ca to unsubscribe.