Highlights for both programs:
- The chance to make new friends with other girls from across the country
- Engaging classes taught by Hollins faculty
- Fun and recreation in the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia
- Choose from seven athletic clinics and rock climbing. The clinics are run by Hollins varsity coaches. On the application, you'll choose from the following list: basketball, golf, lacrosse, rock climbing, soccer, swimming, tennis, or volleyball.
For the high school group:
- A taste of college life
- Guidance about the college search process
- $1,000 Hollins certificate to all who successfully complete the program to use toward your Hollins University tuition should you apply and be accepted
Where will you live?
You will stay in Tinker Hall, a spacious, air-conditioned residence hall located near classrooms, tennis courts, and the indoor swimming pool. Hall coordinators are current Hollins students.
What will you do when you're not in class?
You will take part in a full program of recreational activities, including swimming, games, and crafts. On the weekend we'll take trips off campus to such landmarks as Roanoke's historic downtown market, and a nearby private lake and picnic area where we'll have an afternoon cookout and enjoy a variety of activities, including swimming, canoeing, kayaking, tennis, and croquet.
Fees
Session I: The fee for middle schools girls (one week) residential program is $650. Session II: The fee for high schools girls (two week) residential program is $1,299. Your fee will include three meals daily, instruction and reading materials, varied recreational activities, and lodging. There is a $100 nonrefundable deposit due with your application. The sooner you apply, the better your chance of getting your top-choice classes.
Deadlines
- Applications and deposit/payments will be taken until all spaces are full. A nonrefundable $100 deposit with your application is required to guarantee placement in the program.
- Full payment must be received by June 11, 2010.