Mini-Courses Saturday Academy Program is an intense, academic program for middle school students in the 6th, 7th and 8th grades that meets for five Saturdays. Saturday Academy is designed to enhance students’ academic skills, and knowledge in careers and college options. Each semester, a selection of classes is offered to reinforce skills in one or more of the following subject areas: math, reading, English, science, STEM, computers, foreign language, arts, and/or career-related classes. Curriculum reinforces basic skills and competencies through various hands-on activities, group projects, classroom instructions and/or presentations. Program is limited to 90 students each session. The fee for the program is $135 per session. Scholarships are no longer available.

Fall 2019 Session

Note: New Saturday Hours: 9:00am – 12:00pm

Fall Orientation:	Saturday, October 12, 2019	10:00am – 11:00am
Program Dates:	Saturdays, October 19, 26, November 2, 9, & 16 2019	9:00am – 12:00pm
Closing Ceremony:	Saturday, November 16, 2019	11:30am – 12:30pm

Spring 2020 Session

Note: New Saturday Hours: 9:00am – 12:00pm

Spring Orientation:	Saturday, February 1, 2020	10:00am – 11:00am
Program Dates:	Saturdays, February 8, 15, 22, 29 & March 7, 2020	9:00am – 12:00pm
Closing Ceremony:	Saturday, March 7, 2020	11:30am – 12:30pm

Eligibility

There is no grade point average requirement to be eligible for Saturday Academy. Students must be in grades 6-8.

How to Register

To receive an application, please call the Mini-Courses office at 414-229-6236 or email minicourses@uwm.edu to be placed on our mailing list for the upcoming session. Otherwise, applications are available for download under the Brochures link during open registration. Please note: classes fill up quickly and reach full enrollment before the deadline date.

Policies and Fees

The fee for the program is $135 per session. Scholarships are no longer available.

Brochures

Please contact our office at 414-229-6236 or email minicourses@uwm.edu to be added to our mailing list. Thank you for your interest in our program!

FAQ

Q: What if I want Mini-Courses to write a letter of recommendation or participation for my child?
A: Download Letter of Recommendation Form

Staff

Contact Us

Email: minicourses@uwm.edu
Telephone: 414-229-6236
Fax: 414-229-3490

Office Location

Mitchell Hall, Room 141
3203 N. Downer Ave.
Milwaukee WI, 53211

Mailing Address

Mini Courses
University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee
P.O. Box 413
Milwaukee WI 53201-0413