ELON Academy

The ELON Academy is an enrichment program for academically talented students in the Alamance-Burlington school system who may not be considering attending college. Eligible students must have a desire to succeed, be willing to commit to the three-year program, demonstrate academic promise, have no history of disciplinary problems, and demonstrate financial need or have no family history of college attendance. All students will be enrolled in the ELON Academy at no cost.

The year-round program combines three intensive four-week summer residential experiences at Elon University with a variety of academic and enrichment activities throughout the school year. Modeled after similar programs at Princeton, Furman and Vanderbilt universities, the ELON Academy includes academic programs in math, English, social studies, science and technology.

Elon faculty members serve as lead teachers in each of these areas. Other faculty and staff members work with students on college planning and counseling, arts and cultural programs, health and social skills, and community service and leadership. Elon students serve as mentors to the academy students, providing support and encouragement during the summer session and throughout the school year.

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