What’s it really like to be a college student? Find out through our College Overnight Readiness Experience (CORE)!
College Overnight Residential Experience
What is C.O.R.E.?
C.O.R.E. is an immersive overnight experience that helps high school students say YES to what’s next. It places them inside a real college environment, living on The University of Akron campus, engaging in hands-on workshops and exploring majors, and experiencing what college life is really like so they can move forward with clarity and confidence.
This is more than a visit. Through real-world scenarios, students practice navigating academic pathways, connecting with campus resources, and making smart choices about residential and social life. Every activity is designed to build momentum, helping students see what’s possible and how to take ownership of their college journey.
By the end of C.O.R.E., students leave with a stronger understanding of the college experience, a clearer sense of their options, and the confidence to take their next step.
COST
Summer 2026 Individual
- $250 per individual student
- $50 deposit to secure spot (NOTE: deposits are non-refundable after the balance due date)
- Remainder of balance due June 1, 2026
- Consent forms must be submitted by June 1, 2026
Summer 2026 Group
- $225 per individual student as part of a chaperoned group
- Minimum 10 students with one chaperone
- Free chaperone per 10 students in the group
- Full payment must be made by the sponsoring group by June 1, 2026
- Consent forms must be submitted by June 1, 2026
Scholarships Available!
Tuition of $250 is required for this three-day experience. A number of scholarships will be available on a limited basis. To be eligible for consideration for a sponsorship scholarship, applicants must be registered prior to June 1st. Cost for tuition should not discourage any interested student from applying to UA Summer CORE.
Consent Forms
- Summer camp consent, release and medical authorization for minors
- Student Recreation and Wellness Center Release, Waiver and Medical Authorization
- Summer camp guidelines for camp participants
- Summer camp medical information and authorization to dispense medication
- Summer camp photo release for minors
Contact me with any questions
Donray Bennett, CORE director
Director of Community Engagement & Strategic Partnerships, Buchtel College of Arts and Sciences
Se habla español.
Email: dbennett@uakron.edu
Phone: 330-972-5697