Classes and Programs for High School Students

Experience what it’s like to be a UMass Amherst student, earn college and high school credit, and beef up your college application. Enroll in:

• Face-to-face classes at the start of your summer break and enjoy the rest of your summer, or online classes for maximum flexibility.
• Test prep classes with the Princeton Review.
• Academic Study Associates (ASA) Pre-College Summer Programs.

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Summer Internships

Work as an “apprentice” alongside professionals from your field, experience the work world first hand and earn credit while you’re doing it! Thousands of positions are available each year spanning most undergraduate majors on campus. Past students have completed internships at companies like MTV, Sony Records, Fidelity Investments, WBZ Boston, Massachusetts State House, and WBCN-FM. To learn how to take advantage of this opportunity, call the Career Services Office at 413-545-6265.

Professional Development Opportunities for Teachers

• Graduate Certificate in the Teaching of Writing: In partnership with the National Writing Project this advanced certificate gives you a strong grounding in writing and reflective teaching, as well as a framework for teaching across the curriculum. Work with your colleagues and award-winning faculty to develop and implement curriculum and share writing activities that work. Learn more…
• Master of Music in Music Education: Earn your master’s degree in four summers while continuing to teach. Learn to create outstanding education and performance programs for students at all levels through five-week summer sessions. For more information contact Prof. Roger Rideout 413-545-2106 or Learn more…
• Western Mass Writing Project Summer Program: The Western Massachusetts Writing Project, a site of the National Writing Project (WMWP), provides professional development programs for teachers. Most of these programs are offered by trained teacher-consultants who participate in the WMWP’s network of preK through college teachers. This summer, join WMWP for a three week Invitational Summer Institute. Learn more…

Master of Science in Accounting:

A flexible “Summer2Summer” format lets you work full time while you build relevant and substantive skills in an accounting program long acclaimed for its tradition of innovation and excellence. Learn more…

Juniper Institute: Workshops and more for active and aspiring writers:

Join the Juniper Writing Institute or the Juniper Institute for Young Writers for intensive workshops in poetry and fiction. In addition to workshops, each day offers an interactive craft session with faculty and writers in residence. Communal meals and open-mic readings invite cross-pollination among participants. Each evening features readings by acclaimed faculty and writers. Learn more…

Power Up for College Success:

No matter how well you did in high school, UMass presents a new set of challenges, both in and out of the classroom. In this 1-credit class you’ll learn the skills that lead to success at UMass Amherst in a relaxed and supportive atmosphere. You’ll also get to move in early and start the academic year with an established network of friends. Thursday-Saturday, August 28-30. Learn more…

New England Regional Soil Science Certificate Program:

Our part-time, short-term program for professionals in soil science and related fields lets you keep working while you meet the academic requirements for certification as a Professional Soil Scientist. Learn more…

Summer Reading Programs for Children and Adults

Join the Institute of Reading Development for one of their summer reading programs at these locations: Amherst, Dudley, Franklin, North Attleboro, Shrewsbury, Springfield and Worcester. Choose from:

• Reading Development Programs for 4-Year-Olds Through Entering 2nd Graders
• Reading Development Programs for Entering 3rd Through 5th Graders
• Reading and Study Skills Programs for Middle School and High School Students
• Speed Reading and Comprehension Training Program for Adults, College Students, and Entering High School Seniors

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