William Carey University offers 6th annual ACT Prep Camp!
COVID-19 UPDATE 6/10/2020: As we enter the phase of our workforce beginning to transition back into offices, we have given great consideration to the ACT Prep Camp and whether we can offer the camp this summer. Unfortunately, with things still being a challenge for not only our staff and students, but with the world at large, we have made the difficult decision to cancel the camp for 2020. We appreciate the interest that has been shown and pray that 2021 will render a much better situation for everyone allowing us to offer this great camp again. Please watch for information the first week of March 2021. God bless and be safe!
| Tradition Campus (Biloxi) | Hattiesburg Campus |
| Postponed | Postponed |
Camp Schedule:
Day 1: 7:30am-3:30pm
Days 2 and 3: 8:00am-3:30pm
Day 4: 8:00am-1:30pm
We are happy to offer our 6th annual ACT Prep Camp. We have expanded the size of the camp in Hattiesburg to include 100 seats. With an average increase in score of over 2.5 points last year (some as much as 8 points), we are excited about how this camp is helping students in our area grow and have college choices they may not have thought were within reach.
Who qualifies?
- Mississippi High School students attending with Sophomore or Junior status in the current school year (2019-2020) who have attempted the ACT within the last two years and have not yet scored a composite of 21 or above. A copy of your ACT scores must be submitted with your application.
- William Carey Teacher Education and Alternate Route students who have met all other requirements for their program but lack a sufficient ACT score for program acceptance.
Students must agree to policies of camp including appropriate conduct, appropriate clothing, and respectful use of language.
Appropriate dress code is:
- Any shorts worn must come to at least mid-thigh in length and be visible below your t-shirt, jacket, etc.
- Shorts and pants must be worn at the waist and remain there without manual adjustment. (use a belt if necessary)
- Shirts must cover all midsection and be cut high enough at the top to eliminate cleavage exposure.
- T-shirts cannot have any inappropriate graphics or language (Remember that this is a Christian University. If you wouldn’t wear it in front of Jesus, don’t wear it here)
- No flip flops
Cellphone policy:
Limited cellphone use is permitted during lunch breaks only. Some instructors use phones for Kahoot and other quiz conduction in classes. Otherwise, phone use is prohibited in the classroom.
Students who do not find the dress code or cellphone policy acceptable should consider other options. Students who are accepted and break policy will be sent home without a refund of fees.
Criteria considered on each application:
- Rising Junior/Senior High School status
- WCU program acceptance status
- Commitment/school absences/conduct
- High School GPA
- Prior ACT scores
- Teacher Academy membership
- Seating availability
What is included at camp?
- Test taking strategy sessions
- Small group instruction (4 subject areas and test strategies)
- Study materials and Prep Book
- Meals and snacks
- College scholarship information
- Professional education information
What is the cost of camp?
The cost of camp is $20.00 per student. This fee will be due after you receive a seat offer from WCU and you accept that offer. You will submit your fee and a medical release form before a designated deadline prior to the start of camp.
Once you receive a seat offer, you must commit to register by May 8, 2020 for the June 13, 2020 National ACT exam and have your score reported to WCU regardless of whether you intend to apply to WCU as a student. Scores will be utilized in measuring improvement among all participants, showing the effectiveness of this camp. Students should see their guidance counselor at school concerning a fee waiver for the ACT exam if they feel they qualify.(UPDATE: If the camp is rescheduled for summer, those accepted will be required to register for the September national exam by the deadline. Instructions will follow when the time comes.)
How do I apply for a seat at camp?
Click the appropriate application link found on this page. Print it and have all parties complete their part. For high school students, this includes parent, principal OR counselor, and student signatures. Return it via either method listed below. (UPDATE: Due to school closings, principal or counselor signature is not required. However, the students approximate current GPA must be listed.)
ACT Camp Application 2020 for High school students
ACT Camp Application 2020 for WCU Program students
APPLICATION SUBMISSION UPDATE: All applications should be mailed, not hand delivered. The postmark deadline has been extended to May 30, 2020.
No faxed or emailed applications are accepted.
PLEASE MAIL TO THE FOLLOWING ADDRESS:
William Carey University
School of Education, Box 3
710 William Carey Parkway
Hattiesburg, MS 39401
ATTENTION: Tina Bond
For more information, contact:
Tina Bond 601-318-6091 tbond@wmcarey.edu
