Notre Dame Pre-College Online Program
- Notre Dame, IN
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Min. Session Length:
2-4 weeks
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Max Cost:
$1,495
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Application Deadline:
Rolling
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Eligibility:
Ages 13 and up
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Residential -
Online Option
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About Us
The Notre Dame Pre-College Online Program is designed for high school students ages 13+. Courses feature dynamic video lessons by renowned faculty, and access to mentors. Students can study anywhere, anytime, at their own pace, since the program is available year-round. This flexibility allows students to take multiple courses and explore a variety of subjects. It’s a great opportunity for students to explore their passions and prepare for college.
All courses culminate in a capstone project that allows students to demonstrate what they鈥檝e learned. Upon successfully completing a course’s capstone project, participants will earn a Certificate of Completion from the University of Notre Dame.
Current subject areas include Business, Law, and STEM.
Available Courses:
Biology: The Impact of Genetic Mutations
Why is evolution important in biological systems, and how does it explain why cancer cells exist and recur? In this course, you鈥檒l explore genetic mutations, learn the process of gene editing, and the way it is used for therapeutic purposes. You鈥檒l consider the mechanisms and limitations of immunotherapy and other therapies used to treat cancer. If you鈥檙e interested in pursuing a career in STEM or medicine, this course is a great first step.
Business: From Startup to Success
What are the risks and costs of starting a business? How do you assess the health and strength of your business? And how do you grow a successful business? This course answers these questions and more. You鈥檒l consider legal, accounting, and financial risks, how to write a business plan, and the strategies that enable you to take the business public. If you have an entrepreneurial spirit and aspire to launch a business, this course is for you.
Finance: Creating and Building Wealth
How can you take control of your financial future and contribute to a more equitable society? In this course, you’ll learn the fundamentals of finance, and investigate the wealth gap as well as the role of financial institutions in wealth accumulation. By applying practical strategies to real-world situations, you鈥檒l develop a financial plan that guides you toward your long-term goals. If you envision a future career in finance or investing, this course is for you.
Law: Thinking Like a Lawyer
How do lawyers think and reason? They apply rules to facts. In this course, you鈥檒l learn the method of legal analysis known as IRAC (issues, rules, application, conclusion). You鈥檒l discover major issues in criminal law, constitutional law, sports law, and intellectual property law; and analyze the U.S. legal system and how it compares to legal systems in other countries. Finally, you鈥檒l create a brief for a hypothetical client asserting your position.
Psychology: Understanding the Self and Our World
How do we process and use information about social experiences? What kinds of feelings and biases influence how we engage with other people? Psychology helps us understand human behavior, and how the brain influences it. Get an introduction to psychological theories and principles that explore human motivation, behavior, and emotions to gain understanding of each person鈥檚 鈥渟elf.鈥� Whether you envision a future in the field of psychology, or any profession that involves people, this course is a great fit.