These courses are Pennsylvania Act 48 approved. For further information on Act 48 requirements go to Pennsylvania Department of Education.
All courses run Monday through Thursday, July 28 - July 31, 2008, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Cost: Non-credit - $760
PA - graduate credit (3) - $1,796
Non-PA residents graduate credit (3) - $3197
Cost includes instruction, all materials, and lunch
2008 Offerings
- AP Calculus AB
- AP Calculus BC
- AP English Literature and Composition
- AP Spanish Language
- AP Statistics
- AP U.S. Government and Politics
- AP U.S. History
- AP World History
Note: For additional AP subject offerings, available through Penn State Abington, click here.
For all Act 48 approved Workshops, Certificates, and Courses, click here.
General Information
Noncredit & Credit Options
Courses may be taken as a noncredit course or for 3 graduate credits.
Attendance Policy
College Board guidelines require at least 90% attendance for participants to receive Certificates of Completion. Letters of attendance for participants who do not qualify for certificates will be available upon request.
Building Location/Parking
Courses are held in the Safeguard Scientifics Building, with executive-style seating and technology capability. Parking is accessible and free.
Withdrawals/Refunds
Refunds are not issued after a class begins, or for classes missed as a result of illness, personal emergencies, or any other event beyond the University’s control. No refunds are made to students who attempt to take courses without complying with the prerequisite requirements. Note: If you do not cancel, and do not attend, you are still responsible for payment.
Cancellation
The University may cancel or postpone any course or activity because of insufficient enrollment or other unforeseen circumstances. If a program is canceled or postponed, the University will refund registration fees but cannot be held responsible for any other related costs, charges, or expenses, including cancellation/change charges, assessed by airlines or travel agencies.
Hotel and Tourist Information
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Noncredit Registration Process
Online: Choose the course you want from the Course Schedule and click "Register online" to register using MasterCard or Visa. You will receive an e-mail as your only confirmation.
Please note: When using corporate cards, “education” purchases must be allowed by the card. Also, some cards require an approval code which can not be accepted by our system. In both these circumstances the cardholder needs to contact their card-issuing bank to remove these controls.
By Telephone: 610-648-3274 using MasterCard or Visa. Monday - Thursday, 9:00 a.m. - 6:15 p.m., or Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
In Person: Registrar's Office, Penn State Great Valley, 30 E. Swedesford Rd., Malvern, first floor, Main Building, Monday - Thursday, 9:00 a.m. - 6:15 p.m., or Friday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. MasterCard, Visa, or check. Cash cannot be accepted. Please bring your completed Noncredit Registration Form with you.
Please note: If your school district is paying your tuition, a letter of authorization will be needed to bill your district. Letter must be on district letterhead referencing the student, course title, and fee. Letter must be signed by person responsible for payment and include the complete billing address. Mail letter with completed Noncredit Registration Form to Penn State Great Valley, Registration Department, 30 East Swedesford Road, Malvern, PA 19355.
Important: A $250.00 late registration fee will be assessed if noncredit status is changed to credit status after Thursday, July 24, 2008.
Graduate Credit Registration Process
By registering for credit, participants may earn 3 graduate credits for any Penn State Advanced Placement Summer Institute course. Credit participants must attend the course and complete an additional final project at the end of the class. Credit status cannot be changed to noncredit status after Thursday, July 24, 2008.
To view the Credit Course Syllabus for Advanced Placement click here.The following 2 forms must be completed before your registration can be processed.
Return these forms by mail to: Penn State Great Valley, Admissions Office, 30 E. Swedesford Road, Malvern, PA 19355, or fax to 610-725-5296 at least 2 weeks before the start of the course. You will be notified by Admissions when your enrollment is completed, and at that time you may contact the Bursar’s Office to make payment.
Tuition Deferment: The amount of $25 will hold a place for you in the class until you provide a purchase order or payment from your school district. If no purchase order or payment is received from your school district prior to the first day of class, you will be responsible for paying the tuition in full before attending class. Complete the Tuition Deferment Form, and mail with the 2 enrollment forms above.
Tuition
Credit for PA residents: $1796
Credit for non-PA residents: $3197
Students with Disabilities
Penn State encourages qualified persons with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation or have questions about the physical access provided, please contact Student Services at 610-648-3200 in advance of your participation or visit.
