<p>Is anyone doing it this summer? I am seriously considering it right now and am seeking some advice or insight into the program.</p>
<p>It's mostly for my own enjoyment but I can't deny that the thought of improving my college chances is lingering in the back of my mind (especially since it is quite expensive). Does it help with college admissions?</p>
<p>I am considering doing an Oxbridge program as well. The only thing that discourages me is the price.. I will definitely be applying for a scholarship. And I'm not confident I would get one as I heard that they aren't very generous with them.</p>
<p>Looks like a lot of fun though and I know someone who went on it who said it was the best summer of their life.</p>
<p>oh yeah well it is a bit expensive but compared to other programs of its kind its almost cheaper. it sounds so interesting but it would be my first time abroad. Hopefully, I can get in. Did it help her with college at all or is she not there yet? Is it hard to get into?</p>
<p>What classes did she take? jw. I'm torn between a few. What are you thinking?</p>
<p>Sorry, so many questions.</p>
<p>That is true, I suppose. It's just that being I'm from New Zealand the price to even GET to England is expensive, let alone the cost of the actual program.
My friend went on the Oxford prep (for 8th to 9th graders), she is in 10th grade now so I don't know if doing the program will help or not. As far as I know it's easy to get into if you're not trying for scholarship, basically if you apply early you get a guaranteed spot. The scholarship spots however I've heard are extremely competitive.
I know she took creative writing and I'm almost 100% sure she took non-fiction writing as well, although she could have taken English literature.</p>
<p>At the moment my interest is with Journalism, Film studies, creative writing & possibly speech and debate. What about you? And are you going for Oxford or Cambridge?</p>
<p>I haven't decided which I like both but there is more for me at Oxford but I like the Cambridge location better. I'm interested in journalism, creative writing, and english lit and psych and possibly speech and debate.</p>
<p>Looks like we're interested in some of the same subjects :] At the moment I'm leaning towards more Oxford but I like the Cambridge location a lot as well, so I'm not sure.</p>
<p>Yeah. Do you know if you could list, for example, Major: creative writing, english lit and psych, journalism; Minor:English lit and psych, journalism, speech and debate or whatever it may be? Just so you are almost guaranteed to get your top two choices.</p>
<p>I've been posting on all of the Oxbridge forums, but I did the Oxbridge program in Montpellier on a scholarship. If any of you have any questions about my experience, feel free to ask me :]</p>
<p>I'm thinking of attending Cambridge Tradition, and will definately need a scholarship. Does anyone know how poor your parents have to be. I am asking this because my parents are going through a divorce and pay for my private tuition, so even if they have good incomes, their expenses are astronomical. Also, to the person who asked about listing courses. On the application it asks you for your top two majors and minors.</p>
<p>I was on the Cambridge Tradition last summer and had the best month of my life. I'd love to answer any questions you have.</p>
<p>I did the OxPrep program two years ago- a great experience, but it may not help much with admissions as colleges know the program is very expensive and basically anyone who can pay for it will get in (with the exception of scholarships)</p>
<p>question- is the academic achievement scholarship prestigious? i know its good....but id like to stay in the city this summer as much as possible and only TASP-like amazing opportunites will be able to lure me out....</p>
<p>I keep reading what a great experience kids have at this program. No doubt its fun but on second look I'm not impressed.</p>
<p>I look at the Deans and the roster of 'faculty' and most have little to no teaching experience. Almost all are grad students. As a professor myself, I'm not impressed by where someone did their degrees - big whoop. I'd like to see where they have TAUGHT before. Just because you did an MPhil at Oxford doesn't mean you can offer a valued educational experience for my kids. </p>
<p>I also am not impressed by the implicit link between Oxbridge summer and Oxford and Cambridge.Its entirely misleading. Let's be clear: this is just a private company that rents out space at Oxford or Cambridge--beyond that, there is no relationship. Anyone can offer a summer camp: just because it uses famous buildings does not make the content better. No different that private companies that rent out space at Berkeley, Yale, Wellesley, Princeton and so on. These are just summer camps riding off credentials that do not belong to them. They are not taught by the faculty at these places, they offer no credit from these schools and of course, adcoms at universities couldn't careless you went to these programs. If anything, it just conveys you come from a wealthy family with many benefits (which does NOT work to your advantage when applying to colleges). </p>
<p>This is all fine and good but not for this level of tuition. We could as easily send our kids to summer camp closer to home, and travel to Europe, AND have money left over.</p>
<p>We are considering Oxford Tradition for this summer, mostly because our kid is looking for a challenging debate program. His school does not have a debate team or program, so he doesn't have any experience yet. Does anyone know of a good speech and debate program that doesn't require prior experience?</p>
<p>Ballpark figure on how much it would cost? Just want to know before I apply.</p>
<p>One child went to Montpellier, we do not recommend this program at all. The school where they stayed was in dire shape. However the Barcelona one was very nice. If I had to chose between Oxford and Cambridge I would go to Cambridge, it is a beautiful, small town. Everything is right there, Oxford is a bit more spread out. You can take a train in Cambridge and be in London in about an hour and a half. Do these programs look great on colleges applications, can't hurt, but will they really enhance your chances, probably not.</p>
<p>I'm applying for the scholarship to go this summer on a Prep course; does anyone here have experience with getting an Oxbridge scholarship?</p>
<p>I just received a (partial) scholarship to Oxford Tradition for '09. But I am stilly debating on going. $3,500 is still a bit pricy (not to mention flight and spending fees). I have heard mixed reviews about the programs. Some say they had the time of their lives, while others simply think the other participants were rich snobs. Any suggestions??</p>
<p>I had the best summer of my life at Cambridge last summer, and I think the feeling was pretty universal. It was truly amazing. While kids are definitely well off, I didn't meet any that came off as snobs.</p>
<p>thanks for the advice... I just received a scholarship, so I am definitely going now !!!!</p>