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National Young Arts Competition
Program Grades: Grades 10–12 or 15–18 years of age on December 1 of the year applying.
They accept applications related to classical music, dance, design, film, jazz, photography, theater, visual arts, voice, and writing. Award winners are offered a lifetime of artistic support and ongoing connection with a robust network of peers and mentors along with some cash prizes.
Application Deadline: October 17, 2024
Program Costs: Application fee: $35 (If you submit multiple applications across disciplines or categories, there is a $35 fee for each). Fees can be waived in the online portal.
Global Citizen Leader Internship Program
Program Grades: Grades 10–12 or 15–18 years of age on December 1 of the year applying.
Are you ready to embark on an incredible journey that will broaden your horizons, equip you with essential skills, and make a meaningful impact on the world? Look no further! United Planet invites you to participate in the life-changing virtual Global Citizen Leader Internship Program.
Application Deadline: September 20, 2024 https://unitedplanet.formstack.com/forms/gclvirtualinternship
Program Costs: None
Upcoming Testing Dates & Deadlines
Upcoming ACT TEST at ASMSA: December 14, 2024
REGULAR REGISTRATION DEADLINE: November 8, 2024
LATE REGISTRATION DEADLINES (Late Fees Apply): November 22, 2024
Upcoming ACT TEST at ASMSA: February 8, 2025 (Note: All Sophomores will take this test.)
REGULAR REGISTRATION DEADLINE: January 3, 2025 (Ms. Conley will assist you with registration.)
LATE REGISTRATION DEADLINES (Late Fees Apply): January 20, 2025
Upcoming ACT TEST at ASMSA: April 5, 2025
REGULAR REGISTRATION DEADLINE: February 28, 2025
LATE REGISTRATION DEADLINES (Late Fees Apply): March 16, 2025
Upcoming STEM Deadlines
Upcoming Humanities Deadlines
Program Grades: Varies by session
Engage with current faculty and practicing pharmacists, view experiments in the lab, and interact with current students to find out what it's like to be a pharmacy student at UMKC.
Application Deadline: April 19 (On-campus session); May 10 (Learn-at-home sessions)
Program Dates:
On-campus: June 24 - July 12, 2024
Learn-from-home A: June 17-28, 2024
Learn-from-home B: July 1-12, 2024
Learn-from-home C: July 15-26, 2024
Program Costs:
On-campus, residential: $6,200
Learn-from-home: $1,500
Upcoming Music Deadlines
Racer Instrumental Music Academy
Program Grades: Rising freshmen to recent 12th grade graduates
Racer Instrumental Music Academy (RIMA) is a week-long summer music camp at Murray State University. Be part of a large concert band and prepare a variety of fun and challenging band literature, culminating with a final Saturday morning showcase concert.
Application Deadline: May 10, 2024
Program Dates: June 9-15, 2024
Program Costs: $125 nonrefundable deposit required at registration (2024 All-State Participants can receive a $100 scholarship)
Resident Camper: $535
Commuter Camper: $435
Program Grades: Rising freshmen to recent 12th grade graduates
Choral music, musical theatre, pop a cappella and solo music will be explored throughout the week. Campers will spend the week rehearsing a variety of fun and challenging music that will be presented on the Saturday morning student showcase.
Application Deadline: May 10, 2024
Program Dates: June 9-15, 2024
Program Costs: $125 nonrefundable deposit required at registration (There are several talent and need-based scholarships available. Scholarship submission deadline is May 3, 2024)
Resident Camper: $535
Commuter Camper: $435
Upcoming Art Deadlines
Ringling College of Arts & Design
Program Grades: Students ages 16-18 & 10th-12th grades
During this four-week intensive program, students follow a robust curriculum of core classes for fundamental skill building, as well as two selected immersions for a deeper investigation of areas reflective of their interests in the College’s 13 degree programs.
Application Deadline: May 10, 2024 or when the program is full
Program Dates: June 23, 2024 - July 20, 2024
Program Costs: $6,600 + the $300 refundable deposit. Need-based financial assistance is available. Applications for Financial Aid closes March 3, 2024.
Summer Art Workshop at Murray State University
Program Grades: Rising freshmen to recent high school graduates
Summer Art Workshop is for both first-timers and experienced artists. Jump into hands-on seminars, visit galleries, and participate in fun art-related activities in the evenings. At the end of the week, family and friends are invited to see your works displayed in a gallery during our closing ceremony.
Application Deadline: May 10, 2024
Program Dates: June 9-15, 2024
Program Costs: $125 nonrefundable deposit required at registration (Limited number of partial scholarships available - Applications for scholarships due by April 12, 2024)
Resident Camper: $550
Commuter Camper: $450