OIS Summer Institute

Summer Institute 2023

Summer Institute

Thank you for your interest in being considered for the one-week Office of Inclusive Services (OIS) Summer Institute!

We encourage students to complete this application with the minimal required support but should review answers with a trusted family member, teacher, or friend before submitting. Note that overnight accommodations are not included in this experience.

 


Application Priority Deadline: Rolling Admissions until all spots are filled.

Summer Institute Dates: June 5-9, 2023 or June 26-30, 2023.  All spots are filled!

Times: 9 am-3 pm 

Cost: FREE

Contact: Julie Harmon; jharmon@uccs.edu

Overnight accommodations are NOT included. 
 

Entrance Criteria:

  • Age 17-25
  • Desire to be as independent as possible.
  • A desire for post-high school education and training.
  • Interest in having a college experience
  • Students must be able to follow directions with support and respond positively to redirection
  • Needs to be relatively independent with no aggressive or wandering behaviors.
  • Required skills of independence needed for acceptance include the ability to INDEPENDENTLY:

    • Take care of all personal hygiene. 

    • Basic use of cell phone 

NOTE: The Summer Institute is a separate admissions decision from our 4-year certificate program. The Summer Institute is a standalone one-week summer program. Admission to the Summer Institute does not guarantee a student's eligibility and/or admission to the 4-year certificate program.

 

Interested in our 4-year certificate program? Visit our website to learn more and access the application.
 

Summer Institute

Summer Institute FAQs

What is the purpose of the UCCS Summer Institute?

The Summer Institute is a fun way for students with intellectual disabilities to learn more about inclusive higher education at UCCS. Students will explore campus life, experience college classes, have fun, and make new friends.

Can I just sign my student up for the UCCS Summer Institute?

There is an online application process for the Summer Institute.  Applying for the Institute does not guarantee enrollment.

Will you provide overnight accommodations since we live outside of the Colorado Springs area?

We are not able to provide overnight accommodation. The Summer Institute runs from 9 am-3 pm each day.

What are the primary activities students will be doing?

Activities vary widely but are focused on independence, self-advocacy, social skills, and campus life. Activities will include an introduction to college courses, exploring campus, group fitness, cooking, creative writing, and a resource fair for students and families.

Who will be providing the support for my students?

The Office of Inclusive Services staff and student mentors will provide support for the Summer Institute.

Does my student meet the criteria for attending the Institute?

Criteria* for students applying are: 

  • Diagnosed intellectual disability (ID) 

  • Age: Rising high school junior (minimum age = 17) through age 25

  • Student must possess the following:

    • Desire to be as independent as possible.

    • A desire for post-high school education and training.

    • Interest in having a college experience

    • Needs to be relatively independent with no aggressive or wandering behaviors.

    • Required skills of independence needed for acceptance include the ability to INDEPENDENTLY:

      • Take care of all personal hygiene. 

      • Basic use of cell phone 

*Meeting criteria does not guarantee admission.