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The North Georgia Summer Institute

Are you interested in becoming an Army officer; or a career in foreign affairs, federal law enforcement, homeland security; or a career in international business?  Do you want to get a jump-start on your college career? Then the North Georgia Summer Institute is for you!

WHAT IS THE SUMMER INSTITUTE?

The Summer Institute consists of two modules: a Foreign Language and Culture Module and the Summer Transition Program for Cadets Module. These modules are designed to be academically challenging, fun, and thoroughly rewarding. You will live on campus. Your classmates will be fellow Cadets and other students who have similar interests.

WHAT COURSES WILL I TAKE?

There are two modules available.  They are:

• Module I:  Foreign Language and Culture (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish)
  

• Module II:  Summer Transition Program for Cadets

Description of each module follows:

Module I:  Foreign Language and Culture.

The Summer Language Institutes (SLIs) at North Georgia College & State University immerse students in specially designed academic and experiential programs of language study to provide a solid foundation for further language learning in addition to setting students on a career path in state or federal public service, international business, or the science professions. The SLIs develop leaders who can anticipate, adapt to, and manage the highly fluid and ever-changing circumstances of the dynamic international environment.

The Summer Language Institutes (SLIs) are carefully tailored language programs of study in Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian, or Spanish. Other languages may be added if sufficient demand can be demonstrated, so if you are interested in another language, just ask. All institutes are academically challenging, intensely fun, and thoroughly rewarding. Because of their nature, the SLIs are residential programs, and as such, all participating students must live on campus for the duration of the program.

The SLIs are accelerated and intensive language programs through an immersion-style approach. Activities are engaging, challenging, and fun within the context of learning the language by substantial interaction between students and native-speaking faculty and assistants. In addition to classroom instruction, participants will enjoy co-curricular activities in language. For North Georgia students, completing one of these institutes will satisfy the Area B language requirement in the Core Curriculum.

For 2010, North Georgia will be offering SLIs in elementary Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), and Russian. French and Spanish will also be offered at the elementary or intermediate level. Class size is limited to 16.

Courses:

Arabic 1001 and 1002
Chinese 1001 and 1002
Russian 1001 and 1002
French 1001 and 1002 or 2001 and 2002
Spanish 1001 and 1002 or 2001 and 2002

All language institutes are 8 credit hours: 3 hours per course plus 2 hours of language lab.

Photos courtesy of Jack Anthony

The high level of expectation kept all of us going and reaching for a common goal. The teachers were amazing. I have never seen a group of teachers spend so much time with students." "I really like the use of the language lab as well as the trips to Chinatown, which was the closest to immersion we can find in America. The constant study of Chinese also accentuated the learning process because we ate, slept, and did everything with Chinese on the mind." "The class size was perfect and we all were comfortable working with each other. The teacher knew our limits and where to slow down." "The fact that we were never away from the language really helped. The activities on the weekends also helped lighten the mood. Listening to the music and other incorporation of Chinese culture helped and was interesting." "The intensity worked. Speaking all day everyday really helped us to learn quickly." "Not only have I found a new passion in a language but the program taught me SO much more than that.  It was a fantastic introduction into the college world.  I learned how to study and discipline myself like never before."

Module II:  Summer Transition Program for Cadets.

This is a transition program specifically for new freshmen who will enter the Corps of Cadets in the fall. This module provides you the opportunity to transition from civilian high school life to military college life. You will have current Cadets as councilors who will assist you with academics and physical fitness. You will learn the customs and courtesies of the Corps of Cadets. When you complete this module, you will be prepared for the rigors of FROG Week and the challenges of your academic courses in the fall.

Courses:

-  World Civilization II.  Three semester hours.
-  English.  Three semester hours.

Photos courtesy of Jack Anthony

WHAT WILL IT COST?

Below are the costs for the 2009 North Georgia Summer Institute. We don't have the costs for 2010 yet; however, you can expect the costs to be a little higher next summer.

Module I: Foreign Language and Culture

$2,791 Total:

$1,609 for tuition and fees (8 semester hours)

$992 for room and meals

$190 estimated program fee and books (must be paid by 01 May 2010)

Module II: Summer Transition Program for Cadets

$2,491 Total:

$1,349 for tuition and fees (6 semester hours)

$992 for room and meals

$150 for books

 REMARKS FROM 2009 PARTICIPANTS:

"Dining Facility was great, good food and the staff was very courteous"

"Members of the Commandant's Staff helped us out a lot, they were easy to talk to"

Regarding Cadet Counselors:

"Both counselors were great role models"

"very smart, helped me out a lot"

"very professional"

"always tried to help us"

"displayed good leadership skills"

CAN I GET FINANCIAL AID TO HELP PAY?

Yes.  You can use Federal and State aid to help pay for the program.  Check out the Financial aid web page for additional information.  Click here.  Note that our preferred financial aid submission date is 1 March.  You will have to fill out the version of the Free Application for Federal Student Assistance (FAFSA) that was created for the previous fall and spring semesters in order to receive financial aid for the summer semester.  If you wish to apply for financial aid for the Fall semester, you will have to fill out the next year's version of the FAFSA.  You will have to complete two separate FAFSA forms.

There are "Project Global Officer (GO) Scholarships" available for current or prospective Cadets who take Arabic, Chinese, or Russian. These scholarships pay for room and meals. Contact Mr. Keith Antonia at kantonia@ngcsu.edu to apply for a GO Scholarship.

Summer 2010 deadlines:

FAFSA application submission date is February 15, 2010.

HOPE application submission date is May 1, 2010.

Tuition Assistance submission date is by the first day of class.

GI Bill submission date is by the first day of class.

WHEN AND HOW DO I PAY?

After you have been accepted to the program, a bill will be generated via Banner, our online student information system.  You will be able to access your bill and pay online.  your bill should be available on 1 June. If you received the HOPE or any other financial aid, the aid will be reflected in your Banner account/invoice. The bill for the Summer Institute must be paid by 22 June 2010.  For instructions on how to access your bill online, please refer to your Cadet Admissions Manual that you received with your acceptance letter.  Refer to Step 16.

HOW DO I REGISTER FOR THE CLASSES?

It is not necessary for you to register for your Summer Institute courses.  We will register you automatically.  Based on your declared major, we will also register you for your Fall 2010 courses manually. 

WHAT ARE THE PROGRAM DATES?

The Summer Institute occurs during the second summer session (22 June - 30 July 2010). All Cadets should report to Donovan Hall for check-in at 1000. 

 

WHERE WILL I LIVE?

This is a residential program.  You will live on campus in dormitories designated for  Summer Institute cadets and students.  This arrangement facilitates study groups and the immersion-type instruction. Non-traditional students or married students may participate; however, they must reside in the dorms while enrolled in the Summer Institute.

WHAT SHOULD I BRING WITH ME?

If you are attending Module I, click here to download a packing list.

If you are attending Module II (Summer Transition Program), click here to download the packing list.

WHAT ARE THE RULES AND OTHER INFORMATION?

1.  This is a residential program.  You must live on campus in designated dormitories.
2.  Physical fitness uniforms will be issued to cadets participating in the Summer Transition Program Module. 
3.  You may have a car on campus.
4.  You must attend all classes and scheduled activities.
5.  You cannot work part time during the institute.
6.  You must abide by all university rules and regulations pertaining to behavior.
7.  Dorms are co-ed.
8.  If you attend the Summer Institute as a prospective Cadet, you must participate in FROG Week and the fall semester as a Cadet.

WILL I BE SAFE?

Yes.  Campus police are on duty 24 hours per day, seven days per week.  In addition, you will be supervised by a cadre of Cadet Mentors, faculty, or resident assistant staff 24 hours per day.

WHAT IS THE APPLICATION DEADLINE?

1 April 2010 is the preferred date.  Since we anticipate high demand, we suggest you get your application done before the deadline.  We will accept qualified applicants on a first-come-first-served basis. 

WHEN WILL I FIND OUT WHEN I AM ACCEPTED?

Decisions will be made on 15 May 2010. You will receive a letter in the mail before 20 May 2010.

HOW DO I ENROLL?

If you are not a current Cadet at North Georgia:  

Step 1.  Apply for admission as a Cadet to North Georgia for Summer or Fall 2010.

Step 2.  Receive your acceptance letter for Summer or Fall 2010.

If you are a current Cadet at North Georgia, or once you have been accepted for admission to North Georgia, follow these steps:

Step 3.  Fill out the on-line application for the Summer Institute by going into your Banner account. Once you enter your Banner account, click on "student" then click on the link to "Application for NGCSU Summer Institute." (To determine how to log on to Banner, please see Step 7 in your Cadet Admissions Manual.)

Step 4.  We will e-mail you on or around 15 April with the decision on your application, and the module in which you will participate.

Step 5.  Apply for financial aid prior to 17 March, or as early as possible thereafter.  Click here.

If you have been accepted as a new Cadet:

Step 6.  Pay your room deposit and mail your room contract by 1 May, or as early as possible thereafter.  See your Cadet Admissions Manual, Step 1 for instructions.

Step 7. If you are enrolling in a foreign language Institute, pay your program fee before 01 May 2010.

Step 8. Pay your bill for the Summer Institute between 1 June and 22 June. You access your bill on Banner: a bill will not be mailed to you.

WHO SHOULD I CONTACT IF I HAVE QUESTIONS?

For admission to the Summer Institute, please email Mrs. Chris Rodriguez-Smith at csmith@ngcsu.edu or call 706 867-2924.

For questions about course content, please contact one of the following:

Module I:  Dr. Brian Mann, 706 864- 1683 email bmann@ngcsu.edu.

Module II:  Major Neikirk, Assistant Commandant of Cadets, at raneikirk@ngcsu.edu or call 706 864-1792.

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