VAMPY Application Process

Testing Requirements for Summer 2024

ACT: Students in grades 7-8 are encouraged to take the ACT through the Talent Identification Program of Kentucky (TIP-KY). Students in grades 9-10 may register for the ACT through www.act.org. If you have not yet taken the ACT, you may still register for VAMPY and let us know when you will be taking the ACT.

SAT: Students may learn more about the SAT at https://satsuite.collegeboard.org/sat/registration/dates-deadlines.”

For questions, please contact Elizabeth Joyce at elizabeth.joyce@wku.edu to discuss options. 

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Eligibility

To apply for VAMPY, students must:

• Complete grade 7, 8, 9 or 10 by the end of the current school year.
• Earn qualifying ACT or SAT scores as a 7th grader (or adjusted scores for older students) for the specific course requested. Score reports must accompany the application. The course description contains the score requirement(s) for each class.
• If your child does not meet the above requirements but you believe VAMPY is the right opportunity for your child, or if you have any questions about eligibility, please email Elizabeth Joyce at elizabeth.joyce@wku.edu to discuss options.

Application Submission

1. The application must be submitted by the parent or guardian.
2. A copy of the student’s ACT or SAT report must be submitted with the application. If the student is scheduled to take the ACT or SAT, you may indicate that on the application and submit the scores when they become available. 
3. A deposit of $400 must be included with the completed application. Make checks payable to The Center for Gifted Studies. Visa, MasterCard, and Discover are accepted with a 2% convenience fee at wku.edu/gifted/payment. This deposit will not be refunded after the student has been accepted.
4. Qualified participants will be accepted in the order applications are received, according to class preference.

 

Cost

The registration fee of $3,900 includes room and board, the instructional program, books, and most activities outside of class. A deposit of $400 must be included with the completed application (see above), and the balance of the registration fee will be due on or before June 1.

 

Financial Assistance

Financial assistance is available to students on the basis of need. Information about some of the funding we offer can be found here. We also encourage you to visit the KAGE Foundation for more information on need-based assistance for gifted summer programs in Kentucky. Also consider inquiring with your local school system, nonprofit organizations, and businesses about available funding. Your VAMPY application must be submitted before applying for financial assistance.

Please note: The deadline for financial assistance applications through KAGE and The Center is April 30.

 

Course Selection and Assignment

Students enroll in one class from the class choices for the year. Class sizes are capped; students are placed in courses on a first-come, first-served basis.