2024 Admitted Student Information

Welcome!

Congratulations on your admission to one of our Arts & Sciences Pre-College Programs! We are excited to welcome you and other talented students to campus this summer. This web page includes important information to guide you as you make plans to join us at WashU. Please be sure to review all of this information very carefully and share this web page with your parents/legal guardians. If you have questions, you may email our office at precollege@wustl.edu.

We will use email as our primary form of communication, so please add precollege@wustl.edu to your email contacts to ensure our messages are not sent to your junk or spam folder.

IMPORTANT REMINDERS

  • You must commit to attending the entire length of the program. We do not permit students to arrive late or leave early due to outside commitments.
  • You must reside on campus for the duration of the program. These programs are all residential, in-person programs. We do not offer online or commuting versions of these programs.
  • These programs are not summer camp. While we will plan many fun social activities, these are first and foremost academic programs. All of our pre-college programs require daily class attendance and participation as well as completion of assignments. You will receive a grade which becomes part of your permanent WashU student record.

Registration Checklist

Below are a list of items to complete in order to secure your enrollment in an Arts & Sciences Pre-College Program. A printable list is available here.

Submit Your Enrollment Confirmation and Nonrefundable Deposit

Once you've made the decision to attend, you'll need to return to your student portal and submit your enrollment form and $500 nonrefundable deposit.* The $500 nonrefundable deposit is applied toward your total program fee due. The deadline to submit these enrollment materials is May 3, 2024 at 11:59pm CT.

*If you received a full scholarship to attend, the deposit is waived.

Submit Your Registration Forms

Your parents/legal guardians are required to submit a signed Personal and Medical Information Form and Liability Waiver and Release (includes waiver to use South 40 Fitness Center). Beginning May 10, we will send these documents via DocuSign to the primary parent/legal guardian email address you included on your application and confirmed on your enrollment form. Parents/legal guardians will complete and submit these forms using DocuSign. The deadline for these forms to be received is May 24, 2024 at 11:59pm CT

Set Up Your WUSTL Key Username and Password

On May 10, you will receive an email from the Office of the University Registar to set up your WUSTL key username and password and Duo account. Your WUSTL key username and password is used to log into all University systems. The deadline to set up your WUSTL key username and password is May 24, 2024 at 11:59pm CT

Submit a Photo for Your Student ID

All students, staff, and faculty are required to carry a WashU ID at all times. You will receive your student ID at check-in. Beginning May 10, you may submit your student ID photo here (link to be provided on May 10). The deadline to submit your photo is May 24, 2024 at 11:59pm CT.

Submit Your Departure Form

In order for us to coordinate the program check-out process, we ask that your parent/legal guardian submit the Departure Form as soon as you have made your departure plans and no later than 48 hours before the last day of your program.

Pay Your Balance Due

On May 10, you will receive an invoice via email for any remaining balance due June 3, 2024 at 11:59pm CT

Credit card payments may be made using our online secure payment system. Checks should be addressed to "Washington University" and sent to our office address.

Submit Your Course Registration (High School Summer Scholars Program only)

For High School Summer Scholars Program Attendees only

If you are attending the High School Summer Scholars Program, after you confirm your enrollment you will need to choose your courses by completing a course registration form. The deadline to submit your course selections is May 8, 2024 at 11:59pm CT. Once your registration is processed, you will receive an email confirmation of your courses.

Submit Your International Student Form (International Students attending High School Summer Scholars Program only)

For International High School Summer Scholars Program Attendees only

For international students enrolled in the High School Summer Scholars Program, we will provide I-20 documentation for you to apply for a F-1 student visa to attend the program. If you currently hold a F-1 student visa, you may use that visa and you will not need to reapply for a new visa.

To initiate the I-20 process, you must complete the following steps:

  • Submit your enrollment form and $500 nonrefundable deposit.
  • Submit your course registration form. To qualify for an F-1 student visa you must be enrolled full time, which means 6 units of credit or two for-credit courses this summer.
  • Complete the international student form. You will upload a copy of your valid passport as part of the form submission.

To expedite the issuing of your I-20, we ask that you complete the above steps as soon as possible, and no later than April 15. We will begin processing I-20s starting March 8, and you can expect to receive your I-20 via email within 14 business days of submitting your enrollment form, deposit, and international student form.

International students attending any of our other programs, should contact the United States consulate in their home country to determine if they need a visa, and what type of visa needs to be issued to participate in these programs. We can provide students with a formal invitation letter if needed.  

Additional information for international students is available here.

Orientation and Pre-Arrival Tasks

On May 27, we will open the Arts & Sciences Summer Pre-College Orientation course in Canvas. You will receive an email notification to join this Canvas course. Included in this course, will be orientation materials and pre-arrival tasks for you to complete before the start of the program. Required pre-arrival tasks include:

  • Review of all orientation materials.
  • Review and agree to the Arts & Sciences Pre-College Programs Code of Conduct, University Policies and University Academic Integrity Policy.
  • Completion of an Academic Reflection Pre-Survey.
  • Download WashU Safe app.
  • Download Microsoft Teams app

The deadlines to complete these pre-arrival tasks are as follows:

  • High School Summer Scholars Program: June 3
  • Healthcare Continuum, Creative Immersion, Ancient Studies, Research Development, and Environmental Studies Institutes: July 8
  • High School Summer Launch: July 22

In-person orientation activities will begin at 6:00pm CT the day you arrive to the program.

Program Policies

By deciding to attend our programs, you commit yourself to maintaining the highest academic and social standards. As a member of our community, you are expected to make a positive contribution by acting responsibly and by respecting the rights of other students, faculty, and staff. The Arts & Sciences Pre-College Programs Code of Conduct outlines the specific expectations for you in our program. You will agree to abide by our Code of Conduct as part of program orientation.

View the Code of Conduct

Residential Community Guidelines

We are dedicated to creating a safe and welcoming residential community. We hope our students find our residential community a place where they feel free to pursue knowledge, to live with respect and integrity, and to express themselves. We know that our programs are enriched by being a community of people with a broad array of experiences, backgrounds, perspectives, and interests.

In order to promote a safe and inclusive residential environment for everyone these are the expectations of conduct for all students and staff in our residential community. 

Review Residential community guidelines

Student Accountability Chart

The Student Accountability Chart is meant to serve as a general guide to the accountability process to promote consistency in our pre-college community. This chart includes a list of program rules, policies, and regulations according to the Arts & Sciences Pre-College Programs Code of Conduct. You and your parents should review the chart before the start of the program.

Review Student Accountability Chart

Academic Integrity Violations

If you are alleged to have committed an act of academic misconduct in an Arts & Sciences course, the case will be decided by the College’s Academic Integrity Committee (AIC). The AIC evaluates academic integrity complaints and renders decisions as to whether you have violated the academic integrity policy. More information about this process is available on the Arts & Sciences website. As part of orientation, you will review and agree to abide by the University's Academic Integrity Policy.

 

Room Entry

The pre-college program staff and other university personnel reserve the right to enter your room for purposes of maintenance, security, discipline, and the orderly operation of the program.

Visitor Policy

Visitors are not permitted to be in the residence hall with the exception of check-in and check-out times.

Leaving Campus

You are permitted to leave campus in groups of 2 or more during approved hours of Monday-Friday, 5:00-9:00pm/Saturday and Sunday from 9:00am-9:00pm. You must sign-out with the program staff on duty and back in once you return to the residence hall. No exceptions are made to these hours.

You are not permitted to leave campus in a vehicle operated by someone other than your parent/legal guardian unless prior authorization from your parent/legal guardian is received for that individual via the Liability Waiver and Release form. 

Please note that rideshare services do not permit minors to have accounts or allow unaccompanied minors. 

Overnight Absences

You should plan to commit to the full length of the program and to schedule other commitments when the program is not in session. Missing any part of the program can impact your experience and academic performance. You will not be excused from classes to attend other commitments.

If necessary, your parents may request an overnight absence only if you will be escorted by your parent/legal guardian or a parent/legal guardian approved chaperone over the age of 18. You must be picked up prior to 9:00pm and may not return to campus until 8:30am. Your parent/legal guardian must submit a Request for Overnight Absence at least 24 hours in advance of this absence. 

Curfew

There is a nightly curfew. You must sign-in to the residence hall by 9:00pm and be in your suites by 11:00pm. Once you have signed in, you cannot leave the building until the next morning at 7:30am when the dining hall opens.

Quiet Hours

Quiet hours begin at 11:00pm until 9:00am.

Tobacco Free Campus

WashU prohibits smoking or the use of any tobacco products anywhere on campus.

Withdraw Policy and Procedure

Prior to making the decision to withdraw and leave a program early, students are strongly advised to consult with the Director of Pre-College Programs to fully understand the financial and academic consequences of withdrawing.

If a student decides to withdraw, notification of the withdrawal must be sent in writing to precollege@wustl.edu as soon as the decision is made. Unless the student is incapacitated, the notification must come directly from the student and include the student's name, Washington University student ID number, program name, date, and reason for withdrawal. Notification to instructors does not constitute a withdraw. In order to be considered valid, the request must be received and acknowledged by the Arts & Sciences Pre-College Office.

Once the decision to withdraw is received and acknowledged, the student must vacate their room in the residence hall within 24 hours. The parent/guardian of the student is responsible for the travel expenses for the student to return home.

FERPA & Privacy

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) is a federal law that protects student educational record information. 

The law also gives individual students certain rights:

  • the right to inspect and review education records,
  • the right to seek the amendment of education records,
  • the right to consent to the disclosure of education records except under certain limited circumstances,
  • the right to obtain a copy of the school’s FERPA policy,
  • the right to file a complaint with the FERPA office in Washington, D.C.

Privacy Information for Families

As provided by federal law in the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), the university can release information about a student’s academic record if the student has submitted a signed consent form. That said, the university encourages students to share with their families information about their education, rather than rely on this approach. The university will engage with parents when students have violated the standards put forward in the Arts & Sciences Pre-College Programs Code of Conduct according to procedures outlined in our Student Accountability Chart or when the health and safety of the student is at risk.

Information about FERPA, including the consent to release form, is available on the Office of the University Registrar's website.

U.S. Cell Phone Requirement

You are required to have a cell phone with a U.S. cell phone number. This requirement includes international students.

Room Condition Report

The Room Condition Report (RCR) is a form that students complete upon arrival. It describes the physical condition of your room when you move in and when you move out. Staff have gone through and inspected the condition of each room and suite before students arrive, but is it is IMPORTANT that students also inspect the condition of their room. We use the RCR to fairly assess damages, if any, at the end of the program.

Required Program Activities

The following are required of all program participants:

  • Complete online orientation, pre-arrival tasks, and attend in-person orientation.
  • Attend all class sessions and complete all assignments by deadlines.
  • Attend a weekly residential small group meeting.
  • Have regular one-on-one meetings with your designated program assistant.
  • For High School Summer Scholars, attend weekly study groups.
  • Complete academic progress self-evaluation.
  • There may be other required meetings as needed during the summer. 

Details for these activities will be provided in the online orientation.

Medical Care, Insurance, and Immunizations

If you become ill during the program, we will support you in making arrangements to visit Total Access Urgent Care. Routine and preventative care is not available on campus during the summer. For guidelines on medication and medical care during the program, please review Notification Regarding Medications and Medical Care.

    Health Insurance

    We require you to have health insurance, valid in the state of Missouri, for the duration of the program. Health insurance must include hospitalization coverage. You must provide health insurance information on your Personal and Medical Information form, and bring a copy of your health insurance card with you to the program.

    We are not able to provide short-term health insurance to students. For international students seeking health insurance, one online option we recommend is Study USA-Healthcare. Note: The company you use must have a U.S. mailing address and phone number.

    Immunization Requirements

    You must provide immunization information on your Personal and Medical Information form as follows. You must bring a copy of your immunization records with you to the program:

    • Two vaccines each for measles, mumps, and rubella after the age of one year. A titer may be provided in lieu of immunizations.
    • Meningococcal vaccine (Menactra, Menveo, MCV4/MPSV4, Menomune). 
    • One tuberculosis test (PPD skin test or blood test such as T-spot or Quantiferon gold) in the past six months for students at high risk of tuberculosis. High risk for tuberculosis includes: foreign born from a high-prevalence country; travel for more than two months to a high-prevalence country; contact with active tuberculosis; HIV positive; suppressed immune system from illness or medication (e.g., organ transplant, prednisone treatment); medical conditions such as diabetes, cancer or kidney failure; body weight 10% or more below ideal body weight; work in prison, nursing home, homeless shelter or hospital; work in lab with mycobacteria; history of abnormal chest X-ray.

    It is also suggested that students provide immunization information for the following, although these are not required:

    • COVID vaccine
    • Annual flu vaccine

    If you are requesting a religious exemption, please contact our office at precollege@wustl.edu for directions on submitting documentation to support a request. We will begin accepting exemption requests on May 10.

    Failure to provide immunization information or documentation for exemption will result in cancellation of your enrollment.

    Food Allergy or Intolerance

    We are dedicated to providing a safe environment for all students. Dining services provides several tools to assist those students with food allergies or intolerances, including allergy and nutrition information on each dining location’s menu and for each individual menu item.

    Learn more about Allergy Friendly Dining at WashU

    It is important to note, that during the program you make 100% of the decision regarding your food choices. Allergy-friendly options are always available, but you must be mature enough and prepared to make appropriate choices. This is part of the pre-college experience provided by our programs. Program staff are not present during meal or snack times to assist you. You should be proficient in the self-management of your food allergy or intolerance including:

    • avoidance of unsafe foods
    • recognition of symptoms of allergic reactions
    • how and when to tell someone you may be having an allergy-related problem
    • knowledge of proper use of medications to treat an allergic reaction

    You will need to communicate your needs directly to dining and catering staff to ensure proper food preparation and dining at every meal. Please note that dining and residential locations are not nut-free and that epi-pens are not available in dining or residential locations. You must carry prescribed medications at all times both on and off campus.

    You must include any food allergies or intolerances, as well as any prescribed medications and emergency contact information, on your Personal and Medical Information Form. 

    Health and Safety Procedures

    Below we have included guidance regarding health and safety procedures that directly impact your participation in the program. 

    • Masking: Masking is not required in Danforth Campus spaces. You should keep the following in mind regarding masking:
      • Don’t question someone or make assumptions about them because of their choice to wear or not wear a mask. Some may choose to wear a mask, say no to a social engagement, or otherwise exercise more caution than others.
        • If a classmate, staff member, or instructor asks you to wear a mask, please consider doing so to be supportive, even if the rules don’t require it. Keep in mind they may be at a higher risk, caring for others at a higher risk, or feeling less comfortable in a mask-optional environment.
        • For those who are concerned about learning in a mask-optional environment, there are a few things to keep in mind.
          • You may continue to wear a mask if you choose. One-way masking does still offer substantial protection to the wearer.
          • The university will continue to monitor conditions and reinstate mitigation measures as necessary.
    • Daily Self-Screening: Take a moment each morning and assess your symptoms. Symptoms you should be aware of include:
      • Fever or feeling like they have had a fever
      • Chills
      • Unexplained muscle pains/body aches
      • New or worsening cough
      • Trouble breathing
      • New loss of sense of taste or sense of smell
      • Sore throat, different from your seasonal allergies
      • New or worsening diarrhea (not consistent with chronic medical conditions)
      • In addition to the symptoms listed above, please pay attention to milder symptoms such as a new headache or a stuffy nose. 
    • Isolation and Departure from Program: If you develop any of the symptoms listed above, you will be asked to wear a mask, stay in your residence hall room/suite, and contact our on-call staff. Our on-call staff will work with you and your parents/legal guardians to visit Total Access Urgent Care. 
      • We will do our best to support you with completing course work, but your wellness is our top priority. We must also consider the short-term nature of our programs and the accelerated pace in which courses are taught over the summer. It is possible that you may be withdrawn from course work. When making a decision to withdraw you, we will consider several factors including: your length of illness and severity of symptoms, at what point in the program you become ill, whether you will isolate in the St. Louis area, and if/when you are cleared to return to program activities.
      • Please note, if you test positive for COVID-19, you will be moved to a separate suite and must be picked up from campus within 24 hours by a parent/legal guardian or designated individual over the age of 18. We do not have long-term isolation housing available for you. 

    Textbooks, Computers, and Supplies

    You should plan to bring a laptop or tablet for use during class sessions and to complete assignments. There are computer labs on campus, but access may be limited. Free printing and WiFi are available on campus.

    The program will provide you with a canvas bag, pens, and pocket folder. Additional school supplies, if needed, are available to purchase at the campus bookstore or other nearby stores.

    High School Summer Scholars Program

    You can visit the Campus Bookstore to view and purchase books online. The section number for High School Summer Scholars Program courses is 21. Textbook information is typically posted 2 weeks before your class start date. Don’t be alarmed if a textbook isn’t listed for your course and instead it says “no information received from instructor” or “course materials for this course have not been determined.” Some instructors don’t use textbooks or will wait to share textbook information with you until the first day of classes. 

    If you change your course schedule after the first day of classes, you will be responsible for returning textbooks no longer needed.

    Textbooks can be purchased from the campus bookstore upon arrival to campus or purchased ahead of time and delivered to your home address. Books should not be sent to WashU prior to your arrival.

    Individuals under the age of 18 are not permitted to rent textbooks. 

    High School Summer Institutes

    There are no required textbooks for the High School Summer Institutes. Instructors will share course materials via Canvas, WashU's learning management system. 

     

    High School Summer Launch

    There are no required textbooks for the High School Summer Launch. Instructors will share course materials via Canvas, WashU's learning management system. 

    Arrival and Departure

    Arrival Information

    Move-in is 3:00pm until 6:00pm CT on the first scheduled day of the program (see below). Please make sure to arrive to campus between these times. Check in location will be available soon. Please note we are unable to accommodate early move-in. You are welcome to come to campus before 3:00pm, but you will not have access to the residence hall until 3:00pm. The Danforth University Center will be open and you are welcome to wait there. We will begin orientation activities promptly at 6:00pm, so we ask that all visitors depart campus by 6:00pm.

    • High School Summer Scholars Program: June 9
    • Healthcare Continuum, Creative Immersion, Ancient Studies, Research Development and Environmental Studies Institutes: July 14
    • High School Summer Launch: July 28

    Airport Information

    The airport that services the St. Louis area is Lambert St. Louis International Airport (STL). Because of the number of students we have flying into the airport throughout the day for our various programs we are unable to arrange shuttle services for you upon arrival. You will need to arrange your own transportation to campus via taxis, public transportation, or airport shuttle services. A full list of transportation options is available here. We've included a few options that are most used by program attendees.

    Taxi
    Taxis are available at Lambert Airport. Airport taxis are regulated by the Metropolitan Taxicab Commission. Ask the cab driver to take you to the clocktower on the South 40 at WashU. If the driver needs an address, use 6614 Shepley Drive, Clayton, MO 63105.  Be sure to tell the driver you are going to Clayton as there is another Shepley Drive located in the metropolitan area.  The approximate cost by taxi is $27-$35 not including tip. Once you arrive on Shepley, follow signs to the check-in location.

    Metrolink
    The MetroLink has a station at Lambert Airport’s Main and East Terminals. The cost by MetroLink is approximately $7 (roundtrip), paid at the MetroLink station. The estimated time from Lambert Airport by MetroLink is 45 minutes. Follow the signs in the airport terminal towards the MetroLink.
    1. Board the train heading eastbound with “Shiloh-Scott” on the destination display.
    2. Take this train to the Forest Park/DeBaliviere station and deboard.
    3. Walk to the other side of the platform and wait for a westbound train with “Shrewsbury Lansdowne/I-44” on the destination display – make sure not to accidentally get on a train headed back to Lambert Airport.
    4. To get to the South 40, take this train to the University City/Big Bend station. This stop is along the border of campus.
    5. Cross Big Bend at Forest Park Parkway (the Big Bend Sidewalk along the edge of campus is closed due to construction) and walk south on Big Bend Blvd. toward Forsyth Blvd.
    6. Cross the street at Forsyth Blvd. to the other side of Big Bend. Continue walking south.
    7. Turn left on Shepley Drive and follow signs to the check-in location.

    Learn more at Metro Transit-St. Louis.

    Airport Shuttle
    The St. Louis Lambert International Airport recommends a variety of shuttle and transportation options. You can view these on the St. Louis Lambert International Airport website.

    Directions to Campus

    WashU’s Danforth Campus is centrally located in the St. Louis metropolitan area and is readily accessible from the major highways.

    Driving to the South 40

    For your destination, use the address: 6614 Shepley Drive, Clayton, MO 63105

    Some navigation systems may also recognize St. Louis as the city, but this is the official name of the city that WashU sits in. Be sure that you are navigating to Shepley Drive from Big Bend Boulevard; there is no entrance at Wydown Blvd. or Wallace Drive even though your GPS may direct you to those streets.

    After turning on to Shepley, you will go down Shepley past the small "Clock Tower" on your left and turn right on to Wallace Drive. You'll take the next right at the Wallace Drive Parking Garage, but do not enter the garage. You'll continue straight into the residential area looping around to the check in location. You'll need to quickly unload and then move your car back to visitor parking in Wallace Drive Parking Garage and pay using the Passport Parking app. Signs will be posted to help direct you. 

    MAPS, DIRECTIONS, AND PARKING

    An important reminder: You are not permitted to bring or have access to a motor vehicle while residing on campus. 

    Departure Information

    You should plan to leave the final day of the program and must move out of your room by 10:00 am and depart campus by 11:00am (see table below). You will not be allowed to remain on campus after 11:00am on departure day. Please be sure to book all flight reservations to accommodate this departure time.

    • High School Summer Scholars Program: July 13
    • Healthcare Continuum, Creative Immersion, Ancient Studies, Research Development, and Environmental Studies Institutes: July 27
    • High School Summer Launch: August 3

    Formal program check-out runs from 5:00-11:00am. You must depart campus with your parent/legal guardian or provide permission from parent/legal guardian to depart campus with a designated individual over the age of 18 or via taxi, public transportation, or shuttle service to the airport. Your parent/legal guardian are asked to complete the Departure Form at least 48 hours before you are scheduled to depart campus.

    You may choose to depart the night before your scheduled departure date as long as it is after your classes have ended.

    Packing List

    It is incredibly important not to overpack for the program. Laundry facilities are available and we cover the cost of laundry, including detergent, for you. Please be sure to review the recommendations for packing included below and contact us if you have any questions.

    What to Bring

    You should plan to bring the following with you to the program:

    • personal care items (i.e. shampoo, toothbrush, toothpaste, soap)
    • backpack
    • reusable water bottle
    • umbrella and/or raincoat
    • clothes-dress code is casual; please keep in mind that St. Louis summers can be hot and humid (temperatures can reach above 100 degrees Fahrenheit)
    • light jacket or sweatshirt (all buildings on campus are air conditioned)
    • pair of tennis shoes or comfortable walking shoes
    • copy of health insurance card and immunization record
    • prescription medications and regularly taken over the counter medications
    • cellphone with U.S. phone number and charger
    • laptop computer/tablet and charger
    • credit card, ATM debit card, or Visa/Mastercard gift card for miscellaneous purchases (WashU's campus is cashless)
    • mask; while masking is currently optional on campus, you should plan to bring a mask with you to have one available if needed
    • favorite pre-packaged snacks (in case they are unavailable on campus)
    • swimsuit (a recreational only, outdoor pool will be open this summer)
    • some students have found bringing an extension cord, shower caddy, and clothes hangers useful, but they are not essential

    Program Will Provide

    The program will provide the following, so there is no need to bring these items with you to the program:

    • sheets
    • mattress cover
    • pillow and pillow case
    • light blanket
    • towels (2 bath towels and 2 wash clothes)
    • toilet paper
    • paper towels
    • laundry detergent
    • cost to wash/dry laundry
    • laundry bag

    You will receive a small canvas bag, pocket folder, and pen. Additional school supplies, if needed, can be purchased at the Campus Bookstore.

    What Not to Bring

    The following are prohibited in the residence halls:

    • appliances with open coil heating elements (i.e. hot plates, toaster ovens, toasters, grills)
    • open flames (i.e. candles, incense, lighters, matches)
    • knives of any kind (i.e. x-acto, kitchen, pocket)
    • metal-tipped darts and cork dartboards
    • push pins or nails 
    • drones
    • animals of any kind

    You are not permitted to have a vehicle or access to a vehicle while on campus. 

    Refrigerator storage is limited. Please do not bring cases of single use water bottles, juice, or soda. You should bring a reusable water bottle; filtered water is available in the residence hall and throughout campus. Other drinks can be purchased on campus.

    Bathrooms and suite living areas are cleaned regularly. There is no need to bring separate cleaning supplies. 

    You will not have access to an oven or stove, so please do not bring cooking utensils or supplies with you. 

    Bear Necessities

    Bear Necessities is a not-for-profit gift store on campus, operated by the Women’s Society of Washington University in St. Louis.  All proceeds from the store fund the Elizabeth Gray Danforth Scholarship Endowment. They carry a variety of dorm, hygiene, and office supplies as well as a selection of WashU apparel/souvenirs and snacks. They are conveniently located on the South 40 area of campus a few minutes walk from Wheeler House. 

    Residential Life (Housing, Dining, and Enrichment Activities)

    Residence Hall

    We will be housed in a modern residence hall on the South 40 residential area this summer. No more than four students will share a suite of four single rooms, one bathroom, and a small living room area. In each room, there is an extra-long twin bed, dresser, desk, desk chair, bookshelf, and closet. 

    Each floor has a small study room and lounge with a kitchenette (sink, refrigerator, and microwave). The 1st floor has laundry facilities and a lobby area with TV. There is an elevator.

    Suites are organized based on gender identity, age, and year in school. The residence hall is mixed gender; individual floors will be mixed gender. We cannot guarantee suitemate requests, but you are welcome to submit requests to precollege@wustl.edu by May 3, 2024.

    Supervision

    Living in the residence hall are our residential program assistants, current WashU undergraduate students who provide academic advice, plan social activities, and ensure the rules and regulations of the program are followed. Our program assistants participate in training programs designed for working with youth. All staff have passed background checks and are CPR/First Aid certified. We also have program supervisors living in the residence hall to oversee the residential aspects of our programs and act as an emergency contact for you and your parents. We maintain a residential staff to student ratio of 1 to 15.

    Security

    The outer doors to all residence halls are kept locked 24 hours a day and you will access the building, your suite, and your room with a key card. Visitors are not permitted to be in the residence hall with the exception of program check-in and check-out.

    Lost Keys/Lockouts

    If you are locked out of your room, you will need to contact our on-call supervisor. If you loose your room key card you will need to go to the Summer Conferences office for a replacement card. The fee is $25. All fees will be collected before the end of the program.

    Dining

    WashU offers a variety of dining options at the Danforth University Center (or DUC). You will receive $245 per week in “Bear Bucks” on a campus key card to spend on meals and snacks. Bear Bucks are non-refundable, so whatever you do not use by the end of the program cannot be refunded to you.

    In addition to the DUC, there are several other dining locations on campus, including Bauer Cafe, Bauer Brew, Cafe Bergson, and Subway. Please note that specially prepared kosher and halal meals may be limited during the summer.

    All dining locations on campus close by 7:00 p.m. during the summer months and may not open until 11:00am on the weekends, so many students like to have a small stash of snacks/breakfast items available in their rooms. Snacks/breakfast items are available for purchase at various locations on campus.

    Learn More about WashU Dining

    Enrichment Activities

    We will plan a variety of academic support, community, and college readiness enrichment activities throughout the summer. These activities include seminars, panel discussions, service projects, and other special events. A schedule for these activities will be provided to you after arrival to the program.

    Enrichment activities are included in the program fee and are optional to attend.

    Social Events and Saturday Outings

    Social events provide a break from academic studies and a chance for you to interact with students with similar interests outside of the classroom. Social events include trivia and movie nights as well as small group activities like arts and crafts, board games, and book clubs.

    Saturday outings are designed to introduce you to the vibrant city of St. Louis through the many exciting sights and festivals our city has to offer. You are also encouraged to explore St. Louis on your own during approved off campus hours. Some of the most popular St. Louis area destinations are:

    Social events and Saturday outings are included in the program fee and are optional to attend. 

    College Readiness Course

    College readiness skill development is the foundation for all our programming. Throughout your day to day activities (classes, program activities, and interactions with faculty and staff), you are developing the skills to be successful in college. 

    Our College Readiness online course is an extension of daily learning. Through online, interactive discussions and activities, you will dive deeper into specific topics such as leadership, diversity, and wellness while further developing key skills such as communication, cultural understanding, and self-reflection. You receive a digital badge once you've completed the activities assigned to a specific module. Our current Learning Badges are: Become a Leader, Give Back, Be Well, Invest in Yourself, Critical Thinker, and Discovering Diversity. If you complete all the tasks included in the course, earning all six individual badges, you will receive a final badge: College Readiness: Prepare for Success Both Inside and Outside of the Classroom. This badge highlights your commitment to your college readiness. 

    Learning badges are accessed through Canvas. You'll receive an invitation to join the College Readiness Canvas course beginning May 27. 

    South 40 Fitness Center

    The South 40 Fitness Center is conveniently located on the South 40 residential area of campus not far from the residence hall. This center includes cardio and strength equipment. This facility will be available for use during the summer Monday-Friday from 5:00-7:00pm.

    In addition, there are a number of outdoor spaces that you can use during the program including:

    • Basketball courts
    • Volleyball courts
    • Ultimate Frisbee/soccer fields
    • Outdoor recreational pool (not ideal for swimming laps)

    Students should plan to bring their own equipment if they choose to use any of the above listed outdoor spaces. Limited equipment will be available for check-out. 

    Individuals under the age of 18 are not permitted to use Sumers Recreation Center or the Athletic Complex on campus.

    Mail Services

    The campus mailroom is open Monday-Friday and any flat mail delivered during those days will be picked up by our program staff and taken to the residence hall for dispersal at nightly sign-in.

    We strongly discourage sending packages during the short duration of the program. The mailroom is not open on the weekends and it can take several days to process package deliveries on campus. In the event that you need to have a package sent, you'll need to contact our program staff to make arrangements. The mailroom also has shipping and mailing supplies available.

    Your mailing address during the program is: 

    Your Name
    A&S Pre-College Programs
    Washington University in St. Louis
    MSC 6273-20003
    6515 Wydown Blvd.
    St. Louis, MO  63105-2215
     

    Campus Safety

    WashU has put into place a number of mechanisms for protecting and alerting our students about security threats on campus. These include additional security measures in our residential areas (video surveillance at building entrances and door peephole viewers in every residential hall room); a messaging system that can instantaneously send a short message to the computers and cell phones of students, faculty, and staff; and an Emergency website and telephone hotline. We have an excellent university police department (WUPD) that is state certified and trained to deal with emergency situations, and coordinates with other law enforcement and emergency responders throughout the region.

    WashU Safe App

    WashU Safe was developed by the WashU Public Safety department and the Office of Operations and Technology Transfer, with software assistance from AppArmor Mobile. The app addresses and promotes student, faculty and staff safety through important safety alerts and access to campus safety resources. Download the app today on Android or iOS.

    Undergraduate Admissions

    It is important to note that acceptance and participation in pre-college course work and activities does not imply or guarantee acceptance into a degree program at WashU. Our pre-college programs and undergraduate admission process are entirely separate.

    Pre-college participants do receive a fee waiver for the undergraduate application and can choose at any time to opt out of communications from the Undergraduate Admissions office.

    We encourage students with questions about the undergraduate admission process to contact Undergraduate Admissions.

    WUSTL Mobile App

    WashU has a mobile app called “WUSTL Mobile” available for Android and iPhone devices. This app has many features including a campus directory, map, menus (with nutritional and allergy information), circulator information, and news. Individuals who have downloaded the app can also activate emergency alert notifications.

    Download WUSTL Mobile from the links below:

    Virtual Tour

    Curious about campus? Take a virtual tour before you arrive and learn more about WashU!

    Cancellation Policy

    Should unforeseen circumstances require you to cancel your registration for the program, you must provide your intent to cancel in writing to precollege@wustl.edu by June 5, 2024 at 11:59pm CT to receive a 100% refund excluding the nonrefundable deposit. If you cancel after June 5, you will receive a 50% refund excluding the nonrefundable deposit up to the first day of the program. After the program has started, no refunds will be issued.

    In the event that we cancel a summer program or course is cancelled, you will receive a full refund of the program fee including the nonrefundable deposit if you choose not to enroll in another course or program.

    No refunds will be issued if you withdraw or leave early from the program.

    If you are unable to attend the program as a result of travel or visa restrictions enacted by the U.S. government, you will receive a full refund of the program fee including nonrefundable deposit. Note: The U.S. government will not issue refunds for SEVIS fees or for non-immigrant visa fees. WashU is not responsible for refunding SEVIS or non-immigrant visa fees.

    If your request for religious immunization exemption is not approved, we will issue a full refund of the program fee. 

    WashU is not responsible for reimbursing costs not included in the program fee including travel, techonology, textbook, or personal expenses.

    Please note, application fees are nonrefundable.

    Health & Safety Refund Policies

    • If you become ill prior to arrival on campus, you must not travel to the program. We will issue a full refund of the program fee as long as we receive a doctor's note indicating you are ill and unable to participate.
    • If you become ill during the program and cannot continue attending, a prorated refund of the program fee will be issued as long as we receive a doctor's note indicating you are unable to continue participating in the program.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Can I run in the mornings?

    You are welcome to run on campus beginning at 7:30am. There are pathways available throughout campus and our staff can help advise you on routes to take.

    How much spending money should I bring with me?

    Keep in mind that you will receive funds for meals, cost of laundry (including laundry detergent), and all social events/weekend outings are all covered by the program fee. If you would like to bring additional funds, we recommend no more than $50-$75 a week. Keep in mind that campus is cashless (as are most local businesses) so you should bring a credit card, debit card, or VISA/Mastercard giftcard for purchases.

    How do I know where my classes are located?

    Once you are registered for courses, you will have access to WebSTAC which will allow you to view your class schedule and locations. Additional information about WebSTAC will be provided in orientation.

    How do I get around campus and St. Louis?

    WashU has a Campus Circulator shuttle, which offers complimentary transportation around the WashU campus. The Circulator makes several stops around the campus, including: South 40 residential area, Mallinckrodt Student Center (where the Campus Bookstore is located), Brookings Hall, and the Village. 

    Metro St. Louis provides transportation around the St. Louis region by bus and MetroLink light rail.  Metro Buses provide convenient transportation to several off-campus locations, including the Medical School, Galleria shopping mall, Target, Schnucks grocery store, and the Delmar Loop.  Buses depart from the drive next to Mallinckrodt Student Center.  There are also two MetroLink stops conveniently located on campus. The buses and MetroLink are a part of Metro St. Louis and are available to the St. Louis community as a whole. A Metro Pass is required in order to ride the buses and MetroLink. We will provide every student with a MetroPass for use during the program.

    There are also a number of places within walking distance of campus: 
    •    The Delmar loop (restaurants and shops)
    •    Walgreens and CVS pharmacies
    •    Schnucks and United Provisions grocery stores
    •    Forest Park (zoo and museums)
     

    How can I request accommodations?

    Disability Resources is the official resource for students on the Danforth Campus who have disabilities or suspected disabilities. They work to ensure that every student with a disability will have equal access to our campus and academic programs. Once you submit your enrollment materials, and receive your student number on May 9, you can request accommodations by completing the New Student Application located on the Disability Resources website.

    Can I bring a bike to campus?

    Yes. You are welcome to bring a bike to campus. Bike racks are located throughout campus. You should bring a bike lock with you or you can purchase one through WUPD for $25 (billed to your student account).

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