Summer programs for current or graduated seniors

Pre-College Issues Summer Programs
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<p>I'm currently a rising senior (in my summer after junior year) in high school. This summer, I am taking part in scientific research at a local university. I am a highly motivated and aspiring individual in various aspects of study, including mathematics, science, leadership, economics, humanities, etc. </p>

<p>I am looking into a taking part in a strong summer program for the summer after my senior year. After seeing various opportunities, I was very much interested in SSP, RSI, TASP, and IvyScholars, and similar programs. However, those programs seem to be limited to those who have just finished their sophomore and juniors year. Are there any similar programs that would take a graduated senior? And also, would any program that I listed (SSP, RSI, TASP, or IvyScholars) take a graduated senior? Even if it required making an exception?</p>

<p>Also, I am curious if there are any similar programs that I could take part in this current summer, for which the deadline has not passed (unlikely, because summer has already begun). Maybe if there is a program in August or early September or something of that sort?
Or if there are programs similar that take place during the Fall or early winter (Sept-Dec) that I could potentially participate in as a senior and have it work positively toward my college apps?</p>

<p>So based on my words above, is there anything I could do for next summer? Or perhaps even for this summer or the rest of this year to positively impact my college apps?</p>

<p>All help is greatly appreciated. Thanks a lot in advance!</p>

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<p>Maybe you could get a job or intern at a business or hospital. I highly doubt that any relevant programs are still open, but jobs and internships aren’t technically limited, as long as you are willing to work during the school year. I just got a job interview at Borders (I need something since I only have one one-week program lined up so far) and I think a big selling point was that I am willing to work past summer. There could be winter vacation programs but that might be a little late to help your app. Honestly though, don’t fret. I think work experience is still helpful on apps and there is plenty of time to do that. Plus, with your current research, it would show your dedication. Or, you could take the time to visit some colleges. I’m sure you will be fine. Good luck!</p>

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<p>Thank you for the well-crafted response, gingerbreadmann. I believe the research I am in will be very beneficial for me, mainly because I will be taking part in it during the school year as well. So an internship/job would not work.</p>

<p>The main reason I was wondering about programs specific to these was because I was really interested in taking part in a program like SSP, RSI, TASP, or IvyScholars: a rigorous, day and night, extremely enlightening experience. </p>

<p>Again thanks a lot for the response!</p>