College Prep
Motto: "Working at Learning"
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
Tutoring Program
Residential Program
Academic Career Counseling
Internship Program
Extracurricular Activities
Admissions
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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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.
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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
Students who successfully complete the program, and are 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.
Phone: 978-934-4600 Fax: 978-934-3005 Contact_Us