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DUCA APPLICATIONS ARE NOW BEING ACCEPTED FOR THE CLASS OF 2012!
DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS is May 31, 2012
Application to DUCA requires a completed application package consisting of an application
form, a written essay, a completed health form & evidence of insurance, student
commitment, parent commitment, guidance counselor recommendation, a transcript or
other indication of GPA, and PSAT or SAT scores.
Application and recommendation may be done on-line via the
Apply web page. The essay may be written and uploaded to the web site as
well.
The required forms may be downloaded from the DUCA site,
filled in and mailed in hard copy to:
DUCA Admissions
College of Information Science and Technology
Drexel University
3141 Chestnut Street
Philadelphia, PA 19104-2494
Essay
Essay Format: Submit a 2-page maximum essay in which you address the following
topics: A) Your personal background; and B) Your interests and experiences with
computing and information technology, and what you would like to accomplish or learn
by attending DUCA. Detailed information can be found in the application.
Basic Criteria: competently written; fully developed; avoid cliches; demonstrate
an interest in exploring technology and using it to articulate pursuits, ideas and
information.
Competitive Criteria: Demonstrate excellent, mature writing skills; the presence
of a voice and personal writing style; critical thinking; ownership of the ideas
presented; self-awareness; a willingness to explore a variety of new ways to apply
technology.
Competitive Criteria: Minimum G.P.A: 3.2. Overall, consistent academic strength.
Student takes challenging courses and performs well.
Guidance counselor form/letter.
Basic Criteria: Rate candidate above average or excellent in most categories.
Are generally positive.
Competitive Criteria: Rate candidate very strong, provide specific evidence
of independence, initiative, ability to work with others, ability to accept and
apply criticism, and strengths in areas relating to creativity and analytical processing.
Application Overview
- PSAT/SAT scores
- High school transcript
Students who successfully complete DUCA and subsequently enroll at Drexel University
will receive a $3,000 renewable scholarship.