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Benefits of Programs

Dec. 3, 2009—What are the academic and social benefits of participating in Programs for Talented Youth programs? FOR SAVY Saturday Academy at Vanderbilt for the Young provides Saturday and summer opportunities for academically advanced students in grades K-6. Research-based curriculum found to be effective with promising students is implemented in most of the SAVY classrooms. Vanderbilt students...

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SAVY Session Dates and Application Information

Nov. 19, 2009—Jump to: Eligibility | Choosing a Course | Application Checklist | Admissions Process | FAQ Fall and Spring Sessions Fall SAVY 2025 and Spring SAVY 2026 Fall SAVY and Spring SAVY run for three consecutive Saturdays and are open to students in Kindergarten through Grade 8. Students may apply for one session only or both sessions. Each...

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Research

Oct. 15, 2009—The mission of Programs for Talented Youth is to develop talent in advanced students and those who work with them.  Therefore we focus our area of study on the factors that impact the development of talent across the lifespan and how participation in extra-curricular accelerated academic programs impact student performance both socially and academically. PTY...

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SAVY (Grades K-6/Rising Grades 1-8)

Oct. 15, 2009—Summer / Saturday Academy at Vanderbilt for the Young (SAVY)   Who? SAVY serves gifted and high-achieving students in Kindergarten through Grade 6 during the academic year. Additionally, rising 7th and 8th graders may participate in Career Connections at SAVY, a program designed specifically for this age group. See the “How do students qualify?” section...

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Financial Aid

Oct. 15, 2009—PTY Need-based Financial Aid PTY is committed to making programs available to academically advanced students regardless of a family’s ability to pay the full tuition. Therefore, need-based financial aid is available based on income. The PTY application review process is need-blind and does not consider financial status. Families who wish to apply for financial aid...

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VSA Tuition & Financial Assistance

Oct. 15, 2009—Jump to: Overview | Tuition Timeline | Financial Assistance & Scholarships | Payment Plans | Cancellation Policy | Program Cancellation Policy  Overview Payment for Vanderbilt Summer Academy has three primary components: (1) Application Fee, (2) Deposit, and (3) Tuition. (1) Application Fee: A $50 ($100 for international applicants) nonrefundable application fee is due at the...

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Vanderbilt Summer Academy

Oct. 15, 2009—View Summer 2026 Dates! Vanderbilt Summer Academy (One-Week) Vanderbilt Summer Academy is an intentionally designed, accelerated summer experience for academically advanced students, grounded in academic rigor and scholarly exploration, while also focused on fostering a strong sense of community and friendship. Jump to: The VSA Experience | Why VSA? | Dates & Location | Eligibility...

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For Students

Oct. 15, 2009—Vanderbilt Programs for Talented Youth offers accelerated courses for advanced and high-achieving students in Kindergarten through 12th grade. Courses are designed for academically talented and motivated learners. PTY strives to offer courses led by Vanderbilt faculty, graduate students, and content experts that focus on the following: Exposure to a variety of accelerated content areas in...

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Get Directions

Oct. 15, 2009—The offices of Vanderbilt Programs for Talented Youth are located at 301 Wyatt Center at Vanderbilt University’s Peabody College. Please note that our offices are on the historic side of the Wyatt Center, not the new, atrium side of the building. To reach our offices, the easiest route is to enter the Wyatt Center from...

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