Field Studies and Institutes
Name of Institution: Duke University Talent Identification Program
Program Title: Field Studies and Institutes
Program Type: Summer Residential
Program Date Information: Two week programs starting June 26, 2012
Grades/Age Levels: Grades 9-12
Description:
Duke TIP offers challenging educational adventures to motivated, dedicated, and talented high school students who possess a desire to learn in a unique setting.
Field Studies: Duke TIP Field Studies are two weeks long and take place in U.S. locales or in countries around the world, including China, Costa Rica, and the Netherlands. These authentic academic experiences, similar to college field courses, allow students to take advantage of unique surroundings to fully explore the course material. Approximately 20 to 25 students are selected for each program, with 32 students selected for the filmmaking field study. As you travel and study around the world, you are expected to adhere to the high academic and social standards set by Duke University and Duke TIP.
Institutes at Duke University: With the prospect of college just around the corner, the opportunity to experience life on a college campus prior to attending can be a very beneficial experience and assist you in reaching your maximum potential.
Admissions Criteria:
Portfolio admisisons (grades, test scores, essay and resume)
Cost:
From $3,450 to $4,250
Application Deadline: April 20, 2012
Financial Aid:
Need-based financial aid is available for US-based Field Studies and Institutes.
Locations: Durham, NC
Contact:
- Contact: Nicki Charles, Ed. D
- Title: Assistant Director, Field Studies and Institutes
- Address: 1121 W. Main St.
- City/State/Zip: Durham, NC 27701
- Telephone (919) 681-6519
- Fax (919) 684-0221
- Email address: ncharles@tip.duke.edu
- Web address: www.tip.duke.edu
