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Put your knowledge to the test at UGA!

The University of Georgia Center for Continuing Education offers an exciting, challenging series of learning experiences for middle school and high school students. Through college level research, oral presentations and a healthy competitive environment, young people have fun while they improve their academic performance. The University of Georgia’s unique Academic Special Programs are memorable events that promote exceptional achievement. Don’t miss these special opportunities to increase your skills and achieve at a higher level!

Northeast Georgia National History Day event

Northeast Georgia National History Day Contest

National History Day provides an exciting way for students throughout the country to study and learn about historical issues, ideas, and events. Top winners from the Northeast Georgia National History Day may advance to the state-level contest and to the national contest in College Park, Maryland in June.

Three students at the Georgia Science and Engineering Fair

Georgia Science and Engineering Fair

Dedicated to encouraging all Georgia’s teachers and school districts to incorporate active science and engineering research into their classrooms, the Georgia Science and Engineering Fair is the state’s ultimate venue for displaying the science and engineering research of Georgia’s middle- and high-school students.

A student standing in front of a group in the Masters Conference room at the Georgia Center.

Georgia Junior STEM Symposium

Through the Georgia Junior STEM Symposium, high school students from across the state have the opportunity to present the results of their original research in the sciences, technology, engineering, or mathematics before a panel of judges and compete for cash awards and other honors.

Mailing Address:
Academic Special Programs, Room 198
Georgia Center for Continuing Education
1197 South Lumpkin Street
Athens, GA 30602-3603

Telephone:
(706) 542-6473

Fax:
(706) 542-6596

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Whether you’re interested in learning more about our pre-collegiate competitions, want to stay up-to-date with our upcoming Summer Camps, are looking for a summer math enrichment program for the kids, or need to prep for college entrance exams, this is your opportunity to sign up so you don’t miss anything.