Studies of Melanated Excellence

The Studies of Melanated Excellence course is a two-part course that starts during the summer quarter of grade 7 and ends the autumn quarter of grade 8. The purpose of this course is to develop an understanding of the role and contributions of Melanated people (Black and Brown people) to the growth and development of the United States and the world. The course offers young scholars the opportunity to examine the historical significance of ancient Africa through present times. The course promotes critical thinking about race, and other systems of difference that shape individual and group interactions, identity, and culture.

Information about Studies of Melanated Excellence

Below are additional details about the course offering and what to expect during registration and attendance of the course. Also, any additional requirements and expectations are included below for the course.

Department: World Cultures, Humanities for World Cultures
Grade Level: Grade 07, Grade 08
Terms Offered: (Q1) Autumn, (Q4) Summer

Additional requirements: None

Matriculating Students and Family

Young scholar rate: $0.00 (included in all-inclusive tuition)
Family of young scholar rate: $0.00 (included in all-inclusive tuition)

Guest Students and Adults

Please, note that items outlined in the all-inclusive tuition are only provided to matriculating students. More information on the resources provided to guest students will be provided closer to when we open applications.

Guest student rate: $1064 (financial assistance available)
Family of guest student rate: $1418
NAHA member attendee rate: $1418
Adult attendee rate: $1891