Introducing Our New Anthrozoology Track for 2026!
Do you have a special bond with animals? Our Anthrozoology Track offers a comprehensive exploration of human-animal relationships through three specialized courses. Explore animal husbandry and welfare science or take your passion into the field observing local wildlife. Or grab your zookeeper hat for an adventure through the fascinating realms of animal development, evolution, and classification while exploring zoology. This track combines classroom learning with hands-on experiences to prepare you for fields of study that work with animals.
Explore Further
Want to learn more about the Summer for Success? Here you can explore a few short videos about the program, including insights from past students, parents, and staff.
Hear from a Summer for Success Student
What’s it like to be a Summer for Success student? In this brief video, hear from Ella (SFS’23) on what the courses, faculty and environment are like at Beacon!
Building Social Skills and Independence
Hear from Abbey, Summer for Success instructor, on her favorite thing about the program: how students build confidence and independence in preparation for college life.
Download the Brochure
For more information or to share this program with your family or students, you can access, print, or download a digital flipbook version of our current brochure.
Read NowScholarships
Scholarships are available for accepted students with demonstrated need and are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. To apply, complete and return the scholarship application form below.
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Student Eligibility
To be eligible for the Summer for Success, you must be a current high school freshman, sophomore, junior or senior in the 2025–26 academic year and have a diagnosed learning disability such as dyslexia, ADHD, or a related condition.
Complete Your Online Application
To apply, please create a Beacon College online application account via the link below. Once you have completed the sign up form, you will receive an email to activate your account and create your password. You can then “Start a New Application,” and enter your anticipated high school graduation year to view the Beacon College programs you are eligible for and select the Summer for Success.
Begin ApplicationSubmit Required Documents
In order to process your application, we will require:
- Your high school transcript(s)
- Two completed summer program reference forms or letters of recommendation from a teacher, counselor, or professional who knows you well (non-family)
- Proof of a learning disability (IEP, 504 plan, psychoeducational evaluation, or related documentation)
These can be uploaded through our online application system, emailed directly to admissions@beaconcollege.edu or emailed to your admissions counselor.
Complete a Family Interview
A family interview is also required to consider your application for admission. Upon receipt of your application documents, our Center for College Readiness staff will contact you to schedule your family interview.
More Information
The Summer for Success is our most popular program and fills up quickly each year. We encourage you to explore your summer options early and connect with our team if you have questions! We also offer live virtual information sessions regularly throughout the academic year where you can learn more and ask questions. Click the link below to sign up for an upcoming information session or to watch the most recent session recording.
Information SessionLearn More About Summer for Success
Do you have a question? Get in touch with the Center for College Readiness at summerprogram@beaconcollege.edu, or call 855-220-5376 (toll-free).