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College Credit

Each of the topics below allow you the opportunity to earn college credit for the classroom instruction and off campus activities that you will participate in. Each of the academic programs (Science & Philosophy and Art & History) will grant 2 units per program or the equivalent of 6 credits that are generally transferrable to other similar colleges. The Dance Intensive and the Music Theatre Institute will provide 1 unit each or the equivalent of 3 credits each that are also generally transferrable. Upon successful completion of all programs and coursework, students will receive an official Wagner College transcript reflecting credits earned.

Programs

Science & Philosophy
Art & History
Dance Intensive
Summer Music Theatre Institute

Tuition & Value

Comparing the value of the Summer Pre-College Program to credit courses at similar Liberal Arts schools:

The average tuition of a liberal arts education in the United States among the top 100 schools ranked by US News & World Reports College Rankings is approximately $40,000 per year. Wagner College’s yearly tuition is slightly less and includes nine courses per year.  At $40,000, assuming nine courses for a given academic year, the approximate cost of a single course at the top 100 liberal arts schools is $4,444.

The tuition for the Science & Philosophy or Art & History Summer Pre-College Program is $4,999 which includes two courses, housing, scheduled meals, transportation, and admission fees required for activities.  This is almost half what you will pay per class upon enrollment in a similar undergraduate liberal arts program.

The tuition for the Dance Intensive Summer Pre-College Program is $2,599, again almost half the cost of a single course at a similar liberal arts school.

Once student has been notified of acceptance tuition will be billed.

Tuition does not include textbooks.

Textbooks

Textbooks are required for the Science & Philosophy and Art & History programs. Visit the course descriptions to view required textbooks. Students are required to purchase books prior to attendance.

Housing

During your time at Wagner, you will be staying  in our newest building Foundation Hall, recently opened in 2010. This modern, suite style setup can accommodate two to four students and have private bathroom facilites. Contemporary student lounges are located on all residence floors for gatherings or reading.

How to Apply

• Download and fill out the application form with all items outlined on application checklist located on last page. Mail or email to:

Wagner College External Programs
Summer Pre-College Program
One Campus Rd.
Staten Island, NY 10301
external@wagner.edu

• Apply Online

Application is available for the Summer Music Theatre Institute here.

Applications will not be considered until all items outlined in checklist have been received.