Summer Stretch - Who Can Apply?

Students qualify for courses based on scores from the SAT I or the ACT. Both tests are offered nationally throughout the year. The UW Testing Office also offers special ACT exam sessions: call 206-543-1171 for more information.

Note: 10th graders require special permission to enroll in classes other than Chemistry, Biology and Fast-Paced Math.

Minimum Score Requirements

These are scores from 7th grade testing; scores from tests taken during 8th, 9th, or 10th grade are expected to be higher and will be evaluated on an individual basis.

Science:
SAT I: 50th percentile or above in Math & Reading
ACT: 50th percentile or above in Math & Reading
All Math Classes:
SAT I: 50th percentile or above in Math
ACT: 50th percentile or above in Math
Essay/Debate:
SAT I: 50th percentile or above in Reading
ACT: 50th percentile or above in Reading

Enrollment Considerations

Please note that this is not an "enrichment" program. Students are expected to attend all classes. The amount of homework is substantial, and can amount to several hours per night. Fast-paced math, biology and chemistry courses are at high school level and are the equivalent of one academic year, while the other courses generally cover up to a semester of academic work at high school level.

News

For parents of current students: In preparation for ABC's upcoming visit to the Center, please download the Permission to Participate Form and return to Center staff.

Early Entrance Program (7th/8th grade) The application packet for the incoming Transition School class of 09 is now availalbe.

UW Academy (10th grade) The application packet for the incoming class of 09 is now available. Apply Now!

WSYS Online WSYS registration will begin in mid November, but it's not too early to prepare to participate!

Summer Program Over 300 students participated in Summer Stretch and Challenge in 08. Please check back in January for info about the 09 Summer Programs.

Important Dates

Sept. 24: UW and Transition School classes begin

Nov. 13: Academy Info Night, Johnson Hall 102, UW Seattle, 7pm

Jan. 5: TS/EEP Info Night, Architecture Hall 147, UW Seattle, 7pm

Jan. 12: Academy Info Night, 7pm, UW Seattle, exact location TBA

Jan. 15: WSYS Registration Deadline

March 16: Transition School Application Deadline

March 26: UW Academy Application Deadline

March 29: WSYS Awards Ceremony