Foundations Summer Program

Check out this opportunity at Mercyhurst for students with Autism/Aspergers.

Foundations Summer Program

This Foundations Program is specifically designed for college-bound teenagers with Asperger Syndrome and high-functioning Autism Disorder. The program focuses on the development of skills necessary to succeed in college and includes therapeutic, learning and social components. To qualify, students must be in at least the 11th grade.

The cost of the program is $4,500 and includes the application fee, room, board, activity fees and tuition for a three-credit college course.

Specially trained staff provides individualized programming and one-on-one support for each participant including social communication skills, coping skills, organizational skills, daily living skills, emotional regulation, problem solving skills and behavioral competencies through participation in age-appropriate activities and community outings.

Daily activities include:

• Seminars on navigating the campus community.

• A three-credit college course.

• College life/skill tutorials.

• Weekly community outings.

Each student will be assessed before and after participation in our Foundations Program by members of our staff. Progress and Summary Reports will be made available to parents and the referring School District.

Take a look at the direct website to learn more: http://www.mercyhurst.edu/academics/autism-asperger-initiative-mercyhurst