Pre-College Program FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
This page provides answers to frequently asked questions, covering topics like the daily schedule, costs, what to bring, meal accommodations, and available health services.
- What is a typical experience like during a Pre-College program session?
- Students will arrive on campus in the morning on day 1 and will begin by checking into Vernon E. Jordan Jr. Residence Hall. Mentors will then walk students through a brief overview of their time on campus and will take students to their first class session. Students will spend about two hours in their class, eat lunch, have a few more hours of class, and then will enjoy evening activities facilitated by their Mentors and RAs. On day two, students will begin the day with breakfast and then will dive back into their course. Students will eat lunch and have one final class session before they depart campus in the afternoon. The daily schedule for all sessions can be found here.
- Who teaches the courses for the Pre-College program?
- Members of DePauw’s faculty and staff.
Current DePauw students will also serve in Mentor and RA roles during each session - What is the cost to attend the program?
- The cost of the program is FREE for students who are members of a wide range of community-based organizations (CBOs), including the Boys and Girls Club, the Center for Leadership Development, and the YMCA. If you are not a member of a CBO, tuition for the program is $50 for families earning less than $175,000 annually, or $200 for families earning above $175,000. Questions about costs for the program can be directed to precollegeprogram@depauw.edu.
- What should students bring with them to campus?
- Students attending a session should plan to bring casual and comfortable clothing (e.g. t-shirts, shorts, jeans, athletics shoes) and toiletries (soap, deodorant, shampoo, etc.) with them. Bed linens will be provided in the residence halls by DePauw. Please find our packing list here.
- Where is DePauw University?
- DePauw is located in Greencastle, IN.
- Where will meals be served? What if I have dietary restrictions?
- Meals will be served in the Hoover Dining Hall on campus. DePauw partners with Bon Appetit for on-campus food service. Bon-Appetit provides a local, fresh, and sustainable dining experience that can accommodate a wide range of dietary restrictions. If you have dietary restrictions, please indicate it when you register for your session. Students will also partake in community dinners where they will be in charge of preparing dinner for the group.
- What types of medical and health services are available?
- Putnam County Hospital is a five-minute drive from campus. Our Director of Pre-College Engagement, course instructors, Mentors, and RAs will be trained to handle emergency situations if they arise. A registered nurse will also be available 24/7 throughout the duration of camp to attend to any medication needs and emergencies.