Hoya Summer High School Information Session Webinar
Wednesday, Nov. 19, 4–5 p.m. ET
This information session will review our three programs: Non-Credit Academies, College Prep, and Summer College. We want to ensure that our prospective students are confident in their choice while planning their summer at Georgetown. We will provide an overview of each program and its respective application processes.
The Biotechnology for Science & Health Academy is designed to provide students with a scientific background the opportunity to conduct experiments to illuminate the role that Biotechnology plays in the fields of Health and Science. Background information and concepts are presented in a lecture format, and students then conduct hands-on laboratory exercises to demonstrate the concepts. Students will experience cloning a gene and analyzing the resulting product, examining the role of DNA and protein diagnostics in modern healthcare, how DNA is used in forensics, and several other applications of Biotechnology in a variety of industries. This course will also include applications of Biotechnology in current industries, including Medicine and Health, Forensics, Agriculture and Food Science, and Basic Scientific Research.
Program Dates
June 28–July 10
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Program Format & Subject Areas
As a student in the Biotechnology for Science & Health Academy, you'll spend your day immersed in a blend of classroom lectures, field trips, visitor discussions, hands-on activities, and group discussions. Throughout the two-week program, you'll have the opportunity to explore the following subject areas:
- Advanced DNA purification methods
- Applications of bioinformatics
- Applications of biotechnology in food safety
- Basic laboratory safety
- DNA ligation and transformation (cloning)
- Exploring the biochemical function of enzymes
- Forensics
- Introduction to biotech tools
- Protein purification
How You'll Benefit
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Apply scientific concepts through hands-on experiments.
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Engage with renowned faculty and industry experts.
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Gain further experience working in a lab setting and use a variety of biotechnological tools.
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Learn how to present and explain scientific concepts.
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Visit an institute, company, or research laboratory in Washington, D.C., or attend a session with scientific representatives who discuss their career path and current work.
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Receive a Certificate of Participation upon successful completion.
It was amazing to be surrounded by such high-caliber students and staff who were all encouraging and fabulous to work with. I took away many positive things from my week as a Summer Hoya.
Nicole Lyon
Student
| Time | Activity |
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| 7:00 a.m.–9:00 a.m. | Breakfast |
| 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. | Lecture/Off-Site Visit/Lab |
| 12:00 p.m.–1:30 p.m. | Lunch |
| 1:30 p.m.–5:00 p.m. | Lecture/Off-Site Visit/Lab |
| 5:00 p.m.–7:00 p.m. | Dinner |
| 7:00 p.m.–9:00 p.m. | Capstone Project |
| 9:00 p.m.–11:00 p.m. | Student​ Activities/Residential Life Supervision |
In the Biotechnology for Science & Health Academy, you'll attend academic programming between 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. during the weekdays, which will include lectures, guest speakers, hands-on activities, group discussions, and off-site visits. At the end of the day, you'll have opportunities to participate in optional cocurricular events, free time, and residential living activities until curfew.
We’re here to help
Whether you have questions about our programs, events, or general inquiries, you can reach us in the way that works best for you.
Summer Programs for High School Students Office
Office Hours: 9:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m. ET, M–F
Email: highschool@georgetown.edu
Phone: (202) 687-7087
Admissions Office Mailing Address
Georgetown University
Summer Programs for High School Students
Admissions Office
111 Massachusetts Ave NW
Washington, DC 20001
Summer Hoya Office
Office Hours: Sunday–Saturday. 8:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m., May through August
Email: summerhoya@georgetown.edu
Phone: (202) 687-9786
University Information Services (UIS)
Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. ET
Email: help@georgetown.edu
Phone: (202) 687-4949
University Registrar’s Office (OUR)
Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. ET
Email: univregistrar@georgetown.edu
Phone: (202) 687-4020
Non-Credit Student Accounts (NCSA)
Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. ETÂ
Email: noncreditaccounts@georgetown.edu
Phone: (202) 687-7696
Office of Revenue & Receivables
Office Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. ETÂ
Email: studentaccounts@georgetown.edu
Phone: (202) 687-7100
