Pre-College Summer Program

About the Program

Pre-College Summer Program at Coppin State University is an academic enrichment program open to prospective students who wish to improve their English, math, and reading skills.

Students take the College Placement Test before the program begins. After three weeks of rigorous instruction in math, reading, English, test taking, and study skills, students will retake the College Placement Test.

Students who increase their College Placement Test scores increase their chances of being admitted to Coppin and also improve their chances of becoming exempt from taking one or more developmental courses in their freshman year.

All students must take the SAT at the end of the program.

Pre-College Summer Program Website

An Introduction to Academics, Administration, and Activities

During the program, students are introduced to a wide variety of experiences related to college academics, administration, and lifestyles. Such experiences traditionally include opportunities to meet administrative officers, directors of special programs, and representatives from campus clubs.

Ongoing Structured Academic Support for the Freshman Year

Students who complete the Pre-College Summer Program and who are admitted to the university will be required to participate in support activities conducted by the Academic Resource Center throughout their first year at Coppin. Completion of the Pre-College Summer Program, however, does not guarantee admission to Coppin State University.

Important Program Requirements

Students must attend all classes and two cultural awareness workshops per week. In addition, students must complete four study skills workshops during the course of the program.

Students who choose to live in the residence hall must comply with all policies established by the Director of Residence Life.

The PCSP will be limited to the first fifty registrants.

Why Should I Attend the Pre-College Summer Program?

• Ninety-two percent of recent participants have been admitted to Coppin State University.
• Before their first semester begins, Pre-College Summer Program students have met the campus "problem solvers" in Admissions, Advisement, the Academic Resource Center, and the Counseling Center.
• More than eighty-eight percent of the Pre-College Summer Program students complete their first year and are enrolled for a second year.
• Students admitted to Coppin are familiar with the campus on their first day of classes.
• Students build a network of friendships to be maintained throughout their college careers.
• Students are exposed to cultural enrichment activities that broaden their perspective on life and learning.

How do I Apply?

1. Complete the interest form.

2. Make a reservation to take the College Placement Test by calling the Academic Advisement Office at (410) 951 - 3555. Seating for each exam is limited.

Students admitted to the program will be notified by mail. The Office of Admissions will select students for the program.

Is Financial Aid Available?

No financial assistance is available for the Pre-College Summer Program. Students who expect to be admitted to Coppin State University and to be considered for financial aid should complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and a Coppin State University Institutional Application as soon as possible. Students who have questions about financial aid may visit the Office of Financial Aid's web site or call (410) 951 - 3636.