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NOTE: There is no final application deadline for The Oxford Tradition.
We accept applications on a rolling basis until the program is full. Students who apply on or before January 11, 2008 and are accepted have their first choice of courses guaranteed, subject to enrollment levels. This is absolutely not a final application deadline but we do begin receiving applications in November so we recommend that students apply as early as possible for subjects that are in very high demand.

Course Selection

Our students choose two courses from the following list, one as a MAJOR course
and one as a MINOR. Major courses meet six mornings a week and depending on the nature of the course include in-class time for fieldwork, labs, workshops writing, guest speakers, group discussions, and one-on-one instruction. They also include homework and require project and preparation time outside of class. Minor courses meet three afternoons a week, with all work contained within the class session. A Minor course presents highlights of the Major and most students find their Minor a welcome opportunity to sample a new subject for the first time.

In addition, each student receives grades and comments for their coursework
at the end of the summer. Our participants often find these comments to be a
valuable addition to their college applications, where they stand as testimony to
their academic achievements during the program. We keep copies in our New York office and are happy to send them to colleges when alumni apply for admission.

Our Philosophy

All of our courses, regardless of subject area, are designed to introduce students
not only to new subjects and skills, but also to the teaching and traditions of
Oxford University. As much as possible, academic subjects provide students with the opportunity to enjoy an Oxford-style seminar conducted by a teacher who has experienced the Oxford teaching system. Above all, our philosophy is to put students in small classes to study exciting and engaging courses conducted by lively and imaginative teachers.