Weeks 1-3: Mentor-led meetings, introducing the basics of the decided topic.
Weeks 4-6: Shifts towards more student-led meetings, student asks questions while mentor still leads.
Weeks 8-9: Student sets subtopic, primarily student-led, student asks questions, and prompts discussions.
Week 10: Student prepares a presentation with what they learned with the assistance of the mentor.
Week 11: Student continues preparing presentation with the assistance of their mentor.
Week 12: Student presents what they learned to a designated group.
ABC is open to students ages 14-21 on any academic level who show exceptional intellectual curiosity and a deep passion for learning. ABC prioritizes students who receive minimal opportunities, whether that is reflected in background, economic status, or a personal statement.
Applications are not currently open. Check back in early September for applications or join our mailing list to be notified when applications are released!
Note: Students are allowed and encouraged to look for external opportunities during their cohort as ABC is a relatively low-commitment program.Â
Summer Cohort:
Application Released: Early March
Application Deadline: Early April
Interviews: April-May
Decisions Release: May
Winter Cohort:
Application Released: Early September
Application Deadline: Early October
Interviews: October-November
Decisions Released: November
*Note: All deadlines are subject to change