This is a pre-college program for high schoolers from low income families designed to build the skills and motivation necessary for success in college. The program runs year round. Its components consist of a six-week summer residential program and an academic year program for students who have completed 8th grade. The program contains an intensive academic curriculum, with courses in reading, writing, mathematics and science. There is also counseling, tutoring, cultural activities and other experiences which serve to develop the whole student.
Students continue in the program through high school graduation.
Eligible students are recruited from the Plainfield, Perth Amboy, and New Brunswick areas. The program is offered during regular fall, spring and summer sessions. The Rutgers Geology Museum has exhibits from many areas of natural history, emphasizing the geology and natural history of New Jersey. Major fossil groups representing life history are displayed, including dinosaurs, mammals, fish, and invertebrates. The museum provides tour and lecture services to interested groups.