Story Categories: Summer Pre-College Program

 
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December 13, 2023
Written by 2018 Chaperone Brenda Cumpa about her experience as a chaperone for the program. I don’t think I’ve ever admitted this before but I love college. During my four years of undergrad, I enjoyed living in the dorms with roommates, sitting with my friends in the dining hall for hours, forming study groups on […]
 
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November 1, 2018
Written by Francesca Desilvio, Pre-College 2017 student I chose the Pre-Med and Science Pre-College Program at Wagner College because I wanted to learn more about the medical field. Something always fascinated me about the medical field. I love the idea of helping others and putting others’ needs before mine. I knew I wanted to participate […]
 
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August 22, 2017
Move-in day for Wagner’s incoming freshmen is a couple days away, but I'm not as nervous as most. You see, I have a secret advantage over most of the Class of 2021. Last summer, I spent three weeks living on Wagner’s campus as part of their Pre-College Program. For three weeks I took classes with […]
 
Post Image for If only you can put down Netflix binge on your college application...
May 12, 2016
For many high school students, summer vacation means hanging out with friends, soaking up the sun, and even a part-time job but ….going to college? Seems a little farfetched but pre-college programs have become increasingly popular, offering courses and workshops to help students prepare for the next 4 years of their lives. If you’re thinking […]
 
March 10, 2015
New York City boasts the nation’s richest treasure trove of cultural sites and historic landmarks. Energized by change, enriched by entrepreneurs and immigrants, enlivened by provocative artistic, political and grassroots leaders, New York became a premier global center of creativity and innovation. Learn about some of NYC's historical landmarks that inspired and shaped our nation. […]