Programs Overview
WCATY offers an array of day and residential precollege academic programs for students Grades 1-12. Our classes provide ongoing engagement and academic challenges in a broad spectrum of disciplines.
Residential (Overnight) Programs on campus
Accelerated Learning Program (ALP)
Completing grades 9-12 | Residential
- An intense, three-week academic camp for high school students
- 60 hours of college-level challenge
- A safe and friendly community to geek out
- All-inclusive residential life experience on the UW–Madison campus
- 2021 Online only cost:
- Domestic: $1,600
- International: $1,920
- Scholarships available
Summer Transitional Enrichment Program (STEP)
Completing grades 7-8 | Residential
- Two-week academic camp for upper-middle school students
- Accelerated curriculum and head start to high school
- A place to belong and make lasting friendships
- Engaging residential atmosphere for social and emotional growth
- 30 hours of instructional time
- 2021 Online only cost:
- Domestic: $700
- International: $840
- Scholarships available
Commuter (Day) Programs on Campus
Precollege Academic Campus Experience (PACE)
Completing grades 5-8 | Day Program
- Academic camp for students in grades 5-8
- Academic enrichment
- Head start to high school
- Campus exploration
- 15 hours of instructional time
- 2021 Online only cost:
- Domestic: $300
- International: $360
- Scholarships available
Growing Early Minds (GEM)
Completing grades 2-4 | Online Saturday Program
- Academic exploration program for students in grades 2-4
- 5 Saturday mornings in February – March ONLINE
- Focus on concepts to enhance curiosity and imagination
- 10 hours of instructional materials
- A combination of live learning and prerecorded lessons and activities
- Incorporation of social/emotional learning elements
- Cost:
- Virtual Winter GEM: $200
- Payment in full is due at the time of registration
- Limited scholarships available