Program Fees
Innovators Program Fees
| Fees by Campus | Non-Refundable Application Fee |
Residential Option | Day + Evenings & Saturdays Option | Day Option |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haverford College | $100 | $6,899 | $4,595 | $3,895 |
| Georgia Institute of Technology | $100 | $5,999 | N/A | $4,299 |
Payment Schedule
***Payment Schedule
For Innovator Programs:
- A deposit of $750 is due upon acceptance
- Final payment for all programs is due by May 7, 2021.
- For applications received after May 7th, full payment is due upon acceptance.
- The application fee is due upon submission of the application and is non-refundable.
- $250 COVID-19 Supplemental Fee ( Haverford and Georgia Institute of Technology )
*Payment by eCheck must be made in US dollars using a US bank account. Account details, including routing number and checking account number and other information is required to complete this payment transaction. There is no fee for paying by eCheck. Payment is accepted by major credit cards for a 3.5% surcharge to cover the cost of credit card acceptance. The surcharge is non-refundable and not applicable to tuition. Accepted Credit Cards include VISA, MasterCard, and American Express.
There are two methods available to pay by Wire Transfer:
- Flywire/Peer Transfer Payment (secure tuition payment system)
- Direct bank wire transfer details (traditional method)
Check or Money Order Payments
At this time, paper checks or money orders may take up to 3 weeks to process. Traditional Bank Check and Money Order are accepted for tuition payment. All checks and money orders must be drawn on a US bank in US dollars.
- Make payable to: Musiker Discovery Programs
- Include: Student Account Number in check memo field (found on student invoice)
- Send to: 1326 Old Northern Blvd., Roslyn, NY 11576
Program Fee Includes
Residential Option |
Day + Evenings & Saturdays Option
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Day Option |
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|---|---|---|---|
| Academic Program | x |
x |
x |
| All Room and Board Charges* | x |
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| Recreational Hour Program | x |
x |
x |
| Evening Activities | x |
x |
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| Saturday Activity Days | x |
x |
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| Sunday Activity Day | x |
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| Academic Performance Program | x |
x |
x |
| Closing Ceremory | x |
x |
x |
| Lunch | x |
x |
x |
Travel Insurance is available for purchase for all programs for an additional cost of $100 for U.S. students. International Students are automatically enrolled in coverage through the International Student Fee.
Program Fees Do Not Include:
- Non-refundable application fee ($100 fee)
- Academic materials fee* ($150 per student) *Fees cover most student kits, art supplies, lab materials, technology needs, materials for student products, and course-related supplies for student learning and engagement
- Course materials fees (varies; noted in course descriptions)
- Technology class fees (varies)
- International student Residential option fee for Innovators Program ($350 fee)
- International student Day + Evenings & Saturdays, and Day option fee for Innovators Program ($200)
- Transportation to and from SIG campus (varies); learn more
- Individual laundry expense (varies) for Residential students
- Personal spending money (varies) for Residential students attending Innovators Program
- Innovators Program books* for selected courses ($10-$30 each course requiring a book).
- Optional program insurance
Program Fee Reductions
Earn a savings on your 2021 SIG program fee* if you meet any of the following criteria:
| Criteria for Reduction | Amount of Reduction |
|---|---|
| Returning SIG Innovators Student: Residential Program Option ** | - $250 |
| Returning SIG Innovators Student: Day + Evenings & Saturdays, and Day Program Options** | - $125 |
| Returning SIG Investigators Full Day Program student | - $125 |
| Returning SIG Investigators Half Day Program student | - $75 |
| Returning SIG Online Program | - $75 |
| Sibling Discount off Second Student (On-site Programs Only) | -$50 |
Please note, reductions cannot be applied towards the application fee. All reductions will be applied to your final balance.
** Returning student reductions only available until April 1, 2021.
Learn about the SIG Cancellation Policy.
Learn about the SIG Cancellation Policy.
Investigators Program Fees
| Program | Non-Refundable Application Fee | Program Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Investigators Programs (Full Day) Fairfield University, Montclair State University, Seattle Country Day, Stuart Country Day |
$100 | $2,595 |
| Investigators Programs (AM or PM Only) Fairfield University, Montclair State University, Seattle Country Day, Stuart Country Day |
$100 | $1,695 |
| Program | Non-Refundable Application Fee |
Program Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Investigators Programs (Full Day) Fairfield University |
$100 | $2,595 |
| Investigators Programss (AM or PM Only) Fairfield University |
$100 | $1,695 |
| Program | Non-Refundable Application Fee |
Program Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Investigators Programs (Full Day) Montclair State University |
$100 | $2,595 |
| Investigators Programs (AM or PM Only) Montclair State University |
$100 | $1,695 |
| Program | Non-Refundable Application Fee |
Program Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Investigators Programs (Full Day) Seattle Country Day School |
$100 | $2,595 |
| Investigators Programs (AM or PM Only) Seattle Country Day School |
$100 | $1,695 |
| Program | Non-Refundable Application Fee |
Program Fees |
|---|---|---|
| Investigators Programs (Full Day) Stuart Country Day School |
$100 | $2,595 |
| Investigators Programs (AM or PM Only) Stuart Country Day School |
$100 | $1,695 |
Payment Schedule
| Program |
Application Fee Submit with application |
Deposit Due upon acceptance |
Final Payment due by May 7, 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Investigators Programs (Full Day) Fairfield University, Montclair State University, Seattle Country Day, Stuart Country Day |
$100 (non-refundable) | $500 | Balance of Fees |
| Investigators Programs (AM or PM Only) Fairfield University, Montclair State University, Seattle Country Day, Stuart Country Day |
$100 (non-refundable) | $500 | Balance of Fees |
| Program |
Application Fee Submit with application |
Deposit Due upon acceptance |
Final Payment due by May 7, 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Investigators Programs (Full Day) Boston University Academy, |
$100 (non-refundable) | $500 | Balance of Fees |
| Investigators Programs (AM or PM Only) Boston University Academy, |
$100 (non-refundable) | $500 | Balance of Fees |
| Program |
Application Fee Submit with application |
Deposit Due upon acceptance |
Final Payment due by May 7, 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Investigators Programs (Full Day) Bryn Mawr College |
$100 (non-refundable) | $500 | Balance of Fees |
| Investigators Programs (AM or PM Only) Bryn Mawr College |
$100 (non-refundable) | $500 | Balance of Fees |
| Program |
Application Fee Submit with application |
Deposit Due upon acceptance |
Final Payment due by May 7, 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Investigators Programs (Full Day) Emory University |
$100 (non-refundable) | $500 | Balance of Fees |
| Investigators Programs (AM or PM Only) Emory University |
$100 (non-refundable) | $500 | Balance of Fees |
| Program |
Application Fee Submit with application |
Deposit Due upon acceptance |
Final Payment due by May 7, 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Investigators Programs (Full Day) Fairfield University |
$100 (non-refundable) | $500 | Balance of Fees |
| Investigators Programs (AM or PM Only) Fairfield University |
$100 (non-refundable) | $500 | Balance of Fees |
| Program |
Application Fee Submit with application |
Deposit Due upon acceptance |
Final Payment due by May 7, 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Investigators Programs (Full Day) Montclair State University |
$100 (non-refundable) | $500 | Balance of Fees |
| Investigators Programs (AM or PM Only) Montclair State University |
$100 (non-refundable) | $500 | Balance of Fees |
| Program |
Application Fee Submit with application |
Deposit Due upon acceptance |
Final Payment due by May 7, 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Investigators Programs (Full Day) Seattle Country Day School |
$100 (non-refundable) | $500 | Balance of Fees |
| Investigators Programs (AM or PM Only) Seattle Country Day School |
$100 (non-refundable) | $500 | Balance of Fees |
| Program |
Application Fee Submit with application |
Deposit Due upon acceptance |
Final Payment due by May 7, 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Investigators Programs (Full Day) Nysmith School for the Gifted |
$100 (non-refundable) | $500 | Balance of Fees |
| Investigators Programs (AM or PM Only) Nysmith School for the Gifted |
$100 (non-refundable) | $500 | Balance of Fees |
| Program |
Application Fee Submit with application |
Deposit Due upon acceptance |
Final Payment due by May 7, 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Investigators Programs (Full Day) Iona College |
$100 (non-refundable) | $500 | Balance of Fees |
| Investigators Programs (AM or PM Only) Iona College |
$100 (non-refundable) | $500 | Balance of Fees |
| Program |
Application Fee Submit with application |
Deposit Due upon acceptance |
Final Payment due by May 7, 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Investigators Programs (Full Day) Stuart Country Day School |
$100 (non-refundable) | $500 | Balance of Fees |
| Investigators Programs (AM or PM Only) Stuart Country Day School |
$100 (non-refundable) | $500 | Balance of Fees |
| Program |
Application Fee Submit with application |
Deposit Due upon acceptance |
Final Payment due by May 7, 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Investigators Programs (Full Day) The Woods Academy |
$100 (non-refundable) | $500 | Balance of Fees |
| Investigators Programss (AM or PM Only) The Woods Academy |
$100 (non-refundable) | $500 | Balance of Fees |
| Program |
Application Fee Submit with application |
Deposit Due upon acceptance |
Final Payment due by May 7, 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Investigators Programs (Full Day) University of Miami |
$100 (non-refundable) | $500 | Balance of Fees |
| Investigators Programs (AM or PM Only) University of Miami |
$100 (non-refundable) | $500 | Balance of Fees |
| Program |
Application Fee Submit with application |
Deposit Due upon acceptance |
Final Payment due by May 7, 2021 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Investigators Programs (Full Day) UCLA |
$100 (non-refundable) | $500 | Balance of Fees |
| Investigators Programs (AM or PM Only) UCLA |
$100 (non-refundable) | $500 | Balance of Fees |
For Investigators Programs:
- A deposit of $500 is due upon acceptance.
- Final payment for all programs is due by May 7, 2021
- $100 COVID-19 Supplemental Fee (all Investigators Programs)
*Payment by eCheck must be made in US dollars using a US bank account. Account details, including routing number and checking account number and other information is required to complete this payment transaction. There is no fee for paying by eCheck. Payment is accepted by major credit cards for a 3.5% surcharge to cover the cost of credit card acceptance. The surcharge is non-refundable and not applicable to tuition. Accepted Credit Cards include VISA, MasterCard, and American Express.
There are two methods available to pay by Wire Transfer:
- Flywire/Peer Transfer Payment (secure tuition payment system)
- Direct bank wire transfer details (traditional method)
Check or Money Order Payments
At this time, paper checks or money orders may take up to 3 weeks to process. Traditional Bank Check and Money Order are accepted for tuition payment. All checks and money orders must be drawn on a US bank in US dollars.
- Make payable to: Musiker Discovery Programs
- Include: Student Account Number in check memo field (found on student invoice)
- Send to: 1326 Old Northern Blvd., Roslyn, NY 11576
Program Fees Do Not Include:
- Non-refundable application fee ($100 fee)
- Academic materials fee* ($125 per student) *Fees cover most student kits, art supplies, lab materials, technology needs, materials for student products, and course-related supplies for student learning and engagement
- Course materials fees (noted in course descriptions)
- Optional program insurance
- Snacks
Program Fee Reductions
Earn a savings on your 2021 SIG program fee* if you meet any of the following criteria:| Criteria for Reduction | Amount of Reduction |
|---|---|
| Returning SIG Innovators Student: Residential Program Option ** | -$250 |
| Returning SIG Innovators Student: Day + Evenings & Saturdays, and Day Program Options** | -$125 |
| Returning SIG Investigators Full Day Program student | -$125 |
| Returning SIG Investigators Half Day Program student | -$75 |
| Returning SIG Online Program | -$75 |
| Sibling Discount off Second Student (On-site Programs Only) | -$50 |
Please note, reductions cannot be applied towards the application fee. All reductions will be applied to your final balance.
** Returning student reductions only available until April 1, 2021.
Learn about the SIG Cancellation Policy.
SIG Online Program Fees
| Program | Tuition per course (Not including $100 Application Fee) |
|---|---|
| Online Learning Program - Summer sessions One 3-Week Online Enrichment Program |
$1495* |
*Fee does not include cost for books or course supplies, if applicable.
For Summer Online Programs:
A deposit of $500 (Investigators)/$750 (Innovators) is due upon acceptance.
Final payment is due by May 1, 2021.
For applications received after May1st, full payment is due upon acceptance.
Cancellation Policy – Onsite Innovators and Investigators Programs
Onsite Innovators Programs
Cancellation Fees:
- Cancellation for any reason prior to May 1 will result in a full refund minus the application fee and any optional tuition travel protection insurance.
- Cancellation after May 1 until June 1 results in a $3,000 cancellation fee plus the application fee and any optional tuition travel protection insurance.
- There are no refunds for cancellation after June 1.
All refund requests must be submitted in writing to Summer Institute for the Gifted.
Onsite Investigators Programs
Cancellation Fees:
- Cancellation for any reason prior to May 1 will result in a full refund minus the application fee and any optional tuition travel protection insurance.
- Cancellation after May 1 until June 1 results in a $3,000 cancellation fee.
- There are no refunds for cancellation after June 1.
All cancellation refund requests must be submitted in writing to Summer Institute for the Gifted.
Cancellation Policy – Online Programs
Summer Online Programs Cancellation Policy:
- Cancellation for any reason prior to May 1 will result in a full refund minus the application fee.
- Cancellation after May 1 until June 1 results in a $1000 cancellation fee plus the application fee.
- There are no refunds for cancellation after June 1.
Note: All refund requests must be submitted in writing to Summer Institute for the Gifted.
- SIG offers scheduled shuttle service from airports to campuses only if requests and flight details are communicated at least one month in advance (no exceptions). All students are responsible for making their own air travel arrangements.
- Travel arrangements can be made in the student portal under “My Travel Plan.”
- If you will not be using our transportation service, you will need to enter your departure plans in the travel plan section.
- If you’ve signed up for SIG transportation arrival and departure service, your child’s greeter name and contact information will be emailed to you approximately one week prior to each travel date.
Please note that transportation fees are not included in the program fees.
- If your child requires transport only (to and from designated local airports), the price is $150 each way.
- If your child requires transport (to and from designated local airports) AND unaccompanied minor service, the price is $300 each way.
