General Information
Application/Registration
A $50 non-refundable fee and a $150 non-refundable deposit (per camp) must accompany the application, letter of recommendation and any other materials needed for your camp.
Letters of Recommendation
- New Students: Letters of recommendation should be addressed to “Director of Continuing Education.” The letter can come from any one of the student’s teachers and mailed directly to the Office of Continuing Education.
- Returning Students: A letter of recommendation is only required if you are attending a different camp or applying to the Solo Vocal Artist or Solo Pianist.
Application Confirmation
We cannot process partial applications. Many workshops fill quickly and applicants are encouraged to mail all materials as soon as possible. Upon receipt of your materials, we will email you to confirm receipt of your application. We do not accept faxed applications.
Waiting Lists
If your application is received after a program reaches maximum enrollment you will be put on a wait list. All applications are processed in order of their arrival. Your camp deposit will be refunded if you elect not to remain on our wait list or if we are unable to offer you a space.
Tuition, Payment, and Financial Aid
Tuition
Tuition for all Camps include room and board.
All tuition must be paid in full by June 1st. There will be a $50.00 late fee for all outstanding balances after June 1st.
Tuition Package Discounts
Two or more programs - $100 discount off each program
Family discount - families sending more than one person will receive a $100 discount per program
Returning student - $50 discount per program
Payments
- 50% due upon acceptance. All tuition must be paid in full by June 1st. There will be a $50.00 late fee for all outstanding balances after June 1st. Full tuition must accompany applications submitted after June 1st. We are unable to hold a place for students whose accounts have not been paid by the date due.
- Payments can be made in the form of credit card (MasterCard®, Visa® , Discover® or American Express®). They can be made online on our Online Secure Payment Form or by calling our office at 609-924-7416 during office hours of 9am – 4pm.
- Payments can also be made in the form of check or money orders payable in U.S. funds to Rider University.
- Questions regarding payment should be addressed to the Office of Continuing Education (609-924-7416).
Refund Policy
If a student must cancel for medical necessity prior to the start of camp, a partial refund may be given after review by the Assistant Director. No refunds will be given one week prior to the program or once the program has started. Refunds for those sessions with limited enrollment will be given only if the space can be filled by another student.
Financial Aid
Limited need-based financial aid is available. Email the Office of Continuing Education at woce@rider.edu for an application form and submit the form as soon as possible.
- All programs are residential only.
- Male and female students will be housed in separate residence halls.
- Trained college counselors supervise all residence halls and chaperone students during the program.
- Lodging and dining are provided in traditional college atmosphere.
- Residence halls are equipped with double and triple rooms with bathrooms on each floor.
- Residence halls are not air-conditioned and bed linens and towels are not included.
- Roommate requests can be accommodated but are not guaranteed. Both parties must indicate roommate requests with their application. We cannot accept requests after June 1st.
Directions to Campus
Please click here for directions to campus
Hotels for Parents
For hotel and local information, please click here.
Your child may not stay at the hotel with you and you may not take them off campus.
Special Travel Arrangements
Special arrangements for travel must be communicated to the Office of Continuing Education, in writing, at least 2 weeks prior to the beginning of camp. We understand that sometimes your travel plans cannot coincide with the times for check-in/check-out. If a student must arrive a day early and/or leave a day late, please call the Office of Continuing Education to make special arrangements. While we do not encourage early arrivals or late departures, counselors are on campus, and we will do our best to accommodate you. We are unable to permit students to arrive after the first class has begun.
Arrival/Check-In Procedures
Students will receive an information packet after they are accepted with details as to when to arrive, what to bring, etc. Upon arrival, students will be assigned to residence halls and receive schedules and other pertinent information. This information cannot be given out over the phone prior to the start of the program.
Check-In for all camps is on Sunday from 3 - 5pm.
Tours
If you would like a tour of campus please contact the Office of Admissions.
Attendance
Students are expected to arrive for registration and must stay through the final performance. Please make arrangements to eliminate schedule conflicts before applying.
Photography Release
Westminster Choir College reserves the right to photograph and or video students participating in camp classes, activities, concerts and performances. Photographs/videos may be used for promotional purposes in press releases, brochures, on our web site, Facebook Fan Page and in other publicity related or informational materials for Westminster Choir College summer camp programs.
Your enrollment and participation in the programs mentioned constitutes permission granted for the use of likeness in the above mentioned manner.
Camper Mail
To contact a camper by mail, please address the mail as follows:
Student’s Name
Name of Summer Camp
Office of Continuing Education
Westminster Choir College of Rider University
101 Walnut Lane
Princeton, NJ 08540-3899
Westminster Summer Camp Fan Page
www.facebook.com/wccsummercampus
Campers: This Fan Page is great for you to chat with other campers, alumni, faculty and staff. See pictures of previous summers, ask questions and get feedback.
Parents: This Fan Page is great for you to see up to date pictures of your campers while they are here. Chat with faculty, staff, other campers and parents to get feedback, answer questions and much more.
