The 2013 Acceleration Academy will be held from May 18 – June 24. The academy’s goal is for each Acceleration Academy student to:
· Earn $2,000 in scholarship support good at UAA, UAF, or UAS
· Complete two of the following classes: biology, chemistry, physics or trigonometry
· Or complete 2 of the following classes: Calculus 1, Introduction to Engineering, or Introduction to Biology
· Develop a peer group
· Get to know University faculty and staff
· Take classes not otherwise available
· Understand STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics) career opportunities
· Understand the importance of a supportive community/study group
· Learn to navigate at the University
· Become college ready
· Learn to become independent by managing time and resources
· Earn college credits
· Graduate with a B.S. in a STEM discipline
The concept behind the Acceleration Academy developed as a direct result of our Pre-College component. ANSEP places high expectations on our students and we provide them every opportunity to succeed. Students are expected to complete biology, trigonometry, chemistry, and physics before graduating from high school.
Many schools across Alaska do not offer these courses on location, which requires students to take them through a web-based program. ANSEP believes these students should have the opportunity to take these classes and be taught directly by a teacher. The ANSEP Acceleration Academy will provide this missing link.
Eligible students who have completed one or more of the courses offered during Acceleration Academy may select from the Introduction to Engineering or Introduction to Biological Sciences class instead. Students who are ready with their math can take Calculus 1. This means you will be even further ahead when you arrive as a college student! For more information go to http://www.ansep.net/acceleration-academy.html.