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Teen Pre-College Summer Programs

SUMMER 2024 REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN 

The Summer Academy is a high school pre-college program for rising grades 9-12 offering programs in business, sciences, and the arts. Courses are taught by Centenary University Professors, with select classes taught by distinguished professionals in the field. Each program offers overnight accommodations with three meals and evening activities.

Life-long Learning Begins at Centenary 

For over 10 years, Centenary University has welcomed high school students from all over the world to experience college life. These non-credit courses provide an in-depth study designed for enrichment and exploration.

Sessions

1

July 21- July 27

Academies offered:

Criminal Psych

Vet Science

Entrepreneurial Studies

Sports Management

Finance

2

July 28- Aug 3

Academies Offered:

Theatre 

Dance

Visual Arts

Communications

Future Educators

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Session Information & Pricing

Detailed information about Summer Academy can be found here.

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  • Sport & Entertainment Marketing Summer Academy
    Sport & Entertainment Marketing Summer Academy
    Fri, Jun 21
    Centenary University
    Jun 21, 2024, 12:00 PM – Jul 27, 2024, 1:00 PM
    Centenary University, 400 Jefferson St, Hackettstown, NJ 07840, USA
    Students will have the opportunity to work on a sports marketing and/or event projects. Students may meet and interact with sports industry professionals. Instructor: Dr. David Perricone Associate Professor of Sports & Entertainment Management, Centenary University
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  • Veterinary Science Academy
    Veterinary Science Academy
    Sun, Jul 21
    Centenary University
    Jul 21, 2024, 12:00 PM – Jul 27, 2024, 12:00 PM
    Centenary University, 400 Jefferson St, Hackettstown, NJ 07840, USA
    Centenary University is home to one of the top equestrian programs in the nation! Students will study vet science and gets hands-on experience at the equestrian center with animal care, feeding, and equine physical exams. Instructor: Jessica Sosnovik Asst. Prof. of Equine Studies at Centenary
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  • Shark Zone: Entrepreneurship Academy
    Shark Zone: Entrepreneurship Academy
    Sun, Jul 21
    Centenary University
    Jul 21, 2024, 12:00 PM – Jul 27, 2024, 12:00 PM
    Centenary University, 400 Jefferson St, Hackettstown, NJ 07840, USA
    Students will research current trends in business start-ups, identify a current entrepreneurial opportunity of interest, create a business plan and pitch presentation. At the conclusion of this course, students will professionally present their proposed business to a panel of judges.
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  • Finance Academy: Investing & Money Management for Teens
    Finance Academy: Investing & Money Management for Teens
    Sun, Jul 21
    Centenary University
    Jul 21, 2024, 12:00 PM – Jul 27, 2024, 12:00 PM
    Centenary University, 400 Jefferson St, Hackettstown, NJ 07840, USA
    This course provides a life-based approach to saving, spending, investing and the overall management of money. Topics include opening savings accounts, stock investing, spending, taxes, insurance, emergency money, and more. Instructor: Frank Longo Assoc. Professor of Business, Centenary University
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  • Criminal Psychology Academy: Inside the Mind of a Killer
    Criminal Psychology Academy: Inside the Mind of a Killer
    Sun, Jul 21
    Centenary University
    Jul 21, 2024, 12:00 PM – Jul 27, 2024, 12:00 PM
    Centenary University, 400 Jefferson St, Hackettstown, NJ 07840, USA
    This is a deep dive into the minds of serial killers and criminals. Students will be introduced to why people turn to crime, specifically serial killing through the use of case studies, videos, and other information.
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