Integrated Studies Pre-College Summer Institute

Dates: June 23-27, 2025
Time: Full day, residential
Ages: Rising high school juniors, seniors, or students in a transition program
Cost: $1,750
New: Thanks to Variety - The Children's Charity, GMercyU can offer two scholarships to attend free of charge.* Submit your application today!

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The deadline to apply is Wednesday, April 30, 2025. Limited spots are available; the application will close when we reach capacity.

*Consideration for the scholarship will be given to all applicants, with preference given to those with the greatest financial need.

 

About the Program

Thinking about your next steps in your academic journey? Gwynedd Mercy University’s Integrated Studies program hosts a weeklong Summer Institute to introduce students with intellectual disability to college life. 

During the program, students will build college-readiness skills and facilitate a transition into college life focused on college-level technologies and skills, career exploration, building social connections, and establishing familiarity with a college campus. Some activities include self-advocacy, writing workshops, resume building, grocery shopping, meal preparation, public speaking, movie night, community events, and college exploration.

Designed by an Occupational Therapy Doctoral student, the camp is led by GMercyU Integrated Studies program staff and GMercyU undergraduate students (both degree-seeking and current Integrated Studies students) who serve as counselors. Staff accompany campers in any off-campus experiences. Residence Life staff stay on campus with the campers and rotate to have an “on call” night.