New Secondary Division course offerings


Our 2017 SD offerings feature a selection of brand new classes as well as some unique courses returning from hiatus.

New Courses

These courses have never been offered at ATDP before, and we expect demand for these spots to be very high. As applications are evaluated in the order completed, we strongly recommend applying early!

First-Year French – For the first time, ATDP is offering an accelerated class covering the entire first year of French! See full description & details.

Mathematical Constructions with Art & Computers – For students who want to use their mastery of geometry to create art, both by hand and with computers, this course offers students a creative way to deepen their mathematical skills. See full description & details.

Applied Mathematics: Understanding Higher Math through Physics and Tinkering – A blend of math and natural science, this course introduces students to calculus concepts through physical demonstrations. See full description & details.

Minds, Brains, and Computers – Our introductory philosophy course has been reimagined to focus on the relationship between man and machine. See full description & details.

Returning Courses

These Secondary Division courses are back, and may include revisions and updated curricula for this summer:

Fourth-Year Japanese – Students studying Japanese at the advanced level have the opportunity to complete their mastery See full description & details.

Probability & Statistics – For students who want to know the math behind the headlines, learn how pollsters, researchers, and policymakers sift through data and crunch the numbers—and how they can mislead! See full description & details.

On Hiatus

Not all Secondary Division classes are offered every summer. If you’ve noticed a course offering that’s disappeared from our catalog, let us know if you’d be interested in seeing it return! The following courses are not offered this year, but may return in the future:

Second-Year Japanese
AP Calculus AB