You cannot attend two programs occurring at the same time; you need to pick one course to attend.
Students must be between 14 and 18 at the start of the program. Additionally,
Students should have completed their first year of high school by the start of summer
Students must not have graduated high school by the start of summer
The term "rising" refers to the grade a student will enter after the current school year ends. For example, a "rising senior" is a student who has completed their junior year and will begin senior year in the fall following the summer program. If you will finish 10th grade before the program starts, you are considered a rising junior.
No, there is no application fee for Pilots Pre-College. We believe in removing barriers to access and want to make it as easy as possible for students to take the first step toward their college journey.
Additional fees may be assessed in the following areas:
First Lost Access Card Replacement Fee: $20
Additional Lost Access Card Replacement Fees after the first: $50
If you have any questions about additional fees and whether or not they apply to you, please call or email our office.
Fees can be paid in one of two ways: online via credit card or by personal check mailed to our office. Please do not send cash as it will not be accepted.
Online:
To pay online, please login to the account you created during the application process and follow the instructions.
Payments can be credit or debit, we accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express.
By Personal Check:
Please contact us atprecollege@up.eduas soon as possible to obtain the correct address for mailing a personal check
Please make checks payable to University of Portland and include the student's name in the memo line.
As a reminder – checks must bereceivedby the Pilots Pre-College office on or before the deadline date.
The non-refundable $500 deposit is due to our office upon acceptance into a program.
The remaining program fee balance is due to our office by 11:59 p.m. on May 30, 2025.
On-Campus Academic Programs
No, students will not receive college credit for their course. Pilots Pre-College is an enrichment program designed to give you a true taste of college life—engaging in hands-on learning, exploring new ideas, and connecting with peers—without the pressure of grades. It's a chance to discover your passions and build confidence in a supportive, college-level environment.
Just like an undergraduate course at UP, class sizes are relatively small. Depending on the course topic, groups may range from 10-25 students. Average class sizes are around 12 students.
Pilots Pre-College is designed to be an engaging and enriching academic experience without the pressure of traditional homework. While students may occasionally be asked to reflect on a topic, participate in group discussions, or prepare light materials for the next day’s session, there will be no formal assignments or grades. The focus is on learning, exploring new ideas, and enjoying the full college experience—both in and out of the classroom.
A weekday schedule looks similar to the following – except on days when co-curricular or course trips off-campus are planned:
Time*
Activity
Location
7:15 AM – 8:15 AM
Breakfast
Bauccio Commons
8:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Class
Campus Classroom / Lab
11:45 AM - 12:45 PM
Lunch
Bauccio Commons
1:00 PM – 2:45 PM
Class
Campus Classroom / Lab
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Co-Curricular Activities (e.g., Strengths Finder, Career Center, Admissions)
Various Campus Locations
5:00 PM - 6:15 PM
Dinner
Bauccio Commons
6:30 PM - 7:45 PM
Free Time & Optional Activities (Kickball, Basketball, Open Gym, Yoga)
Various Campus Locations
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
In-Hall Activities
Corrado Hall
10:00 PM
Residence Hall Check-In & Curfew
Corrado Hall
10:30 PM
Lights Out
Corrado Hall
*Please note time frames are for reference only and are subject to change prior to students’ arrival on campus.
Housing and Social Activities
Yes. Students are required to check in nightly at Corrado Hall by 10 p.m. Sunday through Thursday and 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Once checked in, students must remain on the designated program floors until the final curfew, at which point they must return to their assigned rooms. Final curfew is at 12 a.m. Sunday through Thursday and 1 a.m. Friday and Saturday.
Students are to remain in the residence hall until 6:30 a.m. the following morning.
It wouldn’t be a true “sneak peek” at college life if you didn’t get the experience of living with your peers, so we do require that all program participants live on campus during their two-week session.
We do our best to match students with roommates who are close in age and have similar interests, but we do not allow specific roommate requests.
An essential part of the undergraduate experience is learning to live with people who may be different from you. Roommate changes will not be considered except in extreme circumstances. Our fantastic live-in team of Resident Advisors is on hand to assist in any roommate mediation necessary to ensure a smooth transition and pleasant program experience.
Every student will be issued a Pilot Card and lanyard upon check-in to campus. This your ID card during your stay, your meal card and residence hall access card. It is imperative that students have this card on them at all times during the program length. If a card is lost, a replacement fee will be charged to the student.
Students who do not have their access card on them during meals will not be granted access to the dining hall.
Whether a student’s access card has gone missing or it is simply locked in a participant’s room, all students must find a Program Coordinator, or the Associate Director of Pre-College Programs for assistance. If the card cannot be recovered, the RA or staff will begin the process for getting a new card coded and a $20 replacement fee will be assessed. An increased fee of $50 will be assessed if a student loses their access card a second time. We will do our best to notify parents/guardians of these charges in a timely manner and payment must be received before the student checks out on the last day of the program.
There will be occasional opportunities to leave campus; however, unaccompanied trips outside of the campus boundaries without Summer staff are not permitted. If students need something from off campus, they are asked to speak with a Resident Advisor or Summer staff member for assistance.
There are two designated times that parents/guardians can be on campus – arrival and departure. For everything in between, we ask parents and other family members to give students the space to grow into strong and independent individuals. In the case of a family emergency, parents are asked to call our office immediately to inform us of the situation before they come to campus.
No. For the safety of all building occupants, only those who are staying there are allowed into the residence hall. Pilot Card access is required to enter the building. Students who violate this policy will be subject to immediate disciplinary action and may be sent home if deemed appropriate.
There are plenty of organized activities happening on and off campus in the afternoon and evening hours. Our dedicated RA team is responsible for planning and executing nightly programming to keep students engaged and entertained. Whether it's pickup games at the Rec Center, outdoor movies, or a scavenger hunt, there’s always something exciting going on around campus.
The University's Campus Safety department is onsite 24/7/365. Officers monitor the campus with around-the-clock patrols. Additionally, Pilots Pre-College employs Resident Advisors who live on-site in the residence hall with program participants. They are trained to be attentive and responsive and to call Campus Safety when needed.
The residence hall is accessible only to those residing in the building and individual rooms are accessible only to the student(s) staying in the room.
Preparing to Arrive on Campus
While day-to-day dress is typically informal, students are expected to be appropriately dressed at all times. Students will be informed by email prior to the start of their program if they need to pack specific attire for course related field trips. Campus classroom spaces run on the cold side, so we recommend bringing layers to stay comfortable. And remember to pack a pair of comfortable walking shoes for our weekend social trips!
Students are encouraged to bring their own computers, although options are available for those who are unable to do so.
The entire campus is equipped with excellent Wi-Fi service. Students will receive instructions on accessing the Wi-Fi, free of charge, on their arrival.
Please note that UP is not responsible for the damage, loss or theft of personal property. Students who bring their own computers and other personal items do so at their own risk.
No. Move in and move out dates and times are non-negotiable. If you need help planning your arrival or pickup times, please contact our office to speak with us further.
No. Please do not send any items ahead of your arrival as we do not have the ability to collect or store items for you.
Yes, mail service will be available for all Pilots Pre-College students. A program-specific mailing code will be generated in June and sent to all program participants.
For the most part, we have you covered during your time here, but you may consider bringing extra spending money for things like:
Snacks from the campus vending machines
Toiletries from the bookstore
A souvenir from any social trip locations
Cell phones are encouraged for personal calls home; however, phones will not be permitted in the classroom. During instruction time, phones must not be visible or audible. We reserve the right to take a phone if a student is asked to put it away and refuses. The phone will be returned at the end of class, but repeat violations may result in dismissal from the program.
If a student does not have a cell phone, arrangements can be made in advance with program staff for periodic calls home to parents/guardians.
Yes, the University of Portland provides linen to all Pilots Pre-College participants. Each linen packet includes two flat sheets, a blanket, a pillow with pillowcase, a body towel, hand towel, and washcloth. Linen will be exchanged once during the program, typically over the weekend, to ensure a clean and comfortable stay.
We recommend packing comfortable clothing for warm summer weather, along with layers for cooler evenings. Students should bring casual attire for class, closed-toe shoes for walking around campus, a refillable water bottle, toiletries, and any personal items they may need. Linens are provided, but students are welcome to bring their own bedding or towels if they prefer. A full packing list will be provided prior to arrival to help your student prepare with confidence.
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