Camper health and safety is paramount.
Penn College adheres to governmental and health agency guidelines, procedures, and practices for the COVID-19 pandemic to provide an optimal living and learning camp environment. Safety protocols are in place and all Pre-College Programs attendees who are not fully vaccinated will be asked to submit a negative test result no more than 72 hours prior to arriving on campus.
ASPIE
(Autism Spectrum Post-Secondary Interest Experience)
Pre-College Program
The ASPIE program is the perfect opportunity for high school students in grades 10-12 with Autism Spectrum Disorders, and their parents, to obtain valuable information pertaining to post-secondary education and career exploration. Choose from the ASPIE virtual one-day session or the on-campus program that runs for two consecutive days. The on-campus version gives participants the opportunity to experience living on campus by staying overnight in the housing complex.
Programs
Overnight
Students on the spectrum will be given a unique opportunity to interact with college professionals and current college students during informational sessions and a student panel. Session topics include: self-advocacy, rights and responsibilities of college students with disabilities, and post-secondary education/career exploration including a Career Assessment Inventory. Parents and students will also receive information pertaining to financial aid and other services available to students with disabilities.
Registration is now closed. Attend another program at Penn College.
Online
This one-day condensed version of the ASPIE program is designed for those who are unable to attend the on-campus program. The virtual program will use the Zoom platform to deliver valuable information pertaining to post-secondary education and career exploration. Sessions will include: self-advocacy, rights and responsibilities of college students with disabilities, post-secondary education/career exploration, financial aid, and other services available to students with disabilities.
Registration is now closed. Attend another program at Penn College.
Scholarships
Earn up to $2,000 off Penn College tuition
Did you know you can save money on your Penn College tuition if you attend one of our Pre-College Programs?
Here's how it works:
- Complete a Pre-College Program during the summer before entering 9-12 grade.
- Or better yet, come for two Pre-College Programs. Pick a different program the second time around or come for the same one twice. Each year we mix things up.
- Attend Penn College and receive $1,000 off your tuition each year if you came for one program.
- Or, get $2,000 off your tuition each year if you join us for two programs.