Pre-College Readiness Checklist

As you consider academic opportunities for your student, it is important to ensure that both they and you are prepared to meet the expectations of the program. While each of our programs offer unique learning experiences, the academic and social readiness required are largely consistent. The questions below are important for you and your student to consider when determining readiness for a rigorous academic experience.

Is your student ready for Brown Pre-College?

Do they have a desire to be challenged in and out of the classroom?
Are they curious to learn more about others and themselves?
Are they willing to “look up” from their device and engage in real-time with peers and staff in social activities?
Do they have a level of independence that enables them to manage the basics of their daily schedule? This includes but is not limited to managing their time, ensuring they get enough sleep, making well-balanced meal choices, managing their time outside the classroom, allowing for socializing with peers and completing required coursework.
Are they open to trying to resolve challenging situations independently?
Can they recognize when they need support and proactively use available resources to support their success (reaching out to staff if they need assistance)?
Will they reach out to their instructor with questions, utilize instructor office hours and work with Library staff on research questions?

Are you ready for your student to participate in Brown Pre-College?

Are you ready for your student to be challenged academically and personally, knowing that growth often comes with moments of discomfort?
Are you comfortable with your student exploring their identity and perspectives by engaging with a diverse community of peers?
Are you prepared for your student to step away from their devices and actively participate in academic, social and community activities and not be fully accessible to you?
Are you confident that your student can handle the daily basics of independence - such as managing their time, getting enough sleep, eating well, managing any health/medical conditions, balancing coursework with social time - without your oversight?
Are you comfortable allowing your student to attempt resolving challenges without relying on you to intervene on their behalf?
Are you prepared to encourage your student to take ownership of their learning, including reaching out to instructors, attending office hours, and using academic resources such as the Library or Writing Center on their own?