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High School Programs

Calling all high school students: explore your academic passions, get a taste for Widener's powerhouse programs, and set yourself apart when preparing your college application.

At Widener University, we set our students on the inside track to a rewarding and fulfilling career. And that track begins in high school!

Take advantage of the many opportunities Widener offers high school students like you—at any level—to explore academic interests, interact with Widener's dedicated faculty members and staff, and even start earning college credits while still in high school.

This insider advantage means you'll be ready and confident—even ahead of the pack—when you step foot on campus as an official college student.

Opportunities to Get Ahead

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College Courses for High School Students

Strengthen your college application and get a jumpstart on your college coursework.

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Dual Enrollment Program

Earn both high school and college credit in our dual enrollment program.

Accelerated College Program

Save a full year of time and tuition by earning up to 30 college credits while in high school.

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Workshops & Camps

Explore your interests, engage in hands-on learning experiences, and get a feel for what Widener is all about.

Upcoming Events for High School Students

Engineering Mini Camp For High School Seniors

Sep

9:00am - 1:00pm

Alumni Auditorium & Kirkbride Hall

Widener's School of Engineering invites local high school seniors to campus to learn about the different engineering disciplines hands on in mini camps.

Oct

Joint Electrical and Robotics Workshop

Oct

Joint Civil and Mechanical Engineering Workshop

Oct

Biomedical Engineering Workshop

Oct

School of Business Administration Workshop Series: Empowering Female Leaders

Oct

Chemical Engineering Workshop

View All Upcoming Events for High School Students

Pride Perspectives

Explore stories of Widener students on the inside track.

Take a close look at what you do for fun and find a way to keep doing it.

Sam DeVecchis

Sam's Story

I feel like it’s my job to help someone who comes after me – women and also black people in tech. I think about myself. I didn’t have someone to look to.

Desiree Junfijiah

Desiree's Story

Widener has done a really good job preparing me for what hands-on work was going to look like, how I can use my major, and what options I have.

Brandon Matambo

Brandon's Story

When I was struggling with my own identity, Widener never turned its back against me. And that’s exactly the type of experience I want to provide other students.