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SD Application Instructions

Please read these instructions carefully before you complete the application form.
  1. Detach the Application Form from the catalog, if you received one in the mail, or print out the PDF version on this site.
    Read all instructions before completing the application. Photocopied applications will be accepted.

  2. Fill out pages 1-4 of the application completely, referring to the detailed instructions under each section of the application:

    • Basic Information (Part I)

    • Course Selections (Part II)
      1. Refer to the Course Descriptions section and read the instructions in Part II.
      2. Check for course prerequisites.
      3. List alternate choices if they are acceptable to you.

    • Teacher Recommendation Form (Part III)
      Enclose the completed Teacher Recommendation Form (included with the application download) with your application.

    • Photocopy of Report Card (Part IV)
      Enclose a photocopy of your most recent report card from this school year.

    • Achievement Test Information (Part V)
      Enclose a photocopy of your most recent achievement test scores.

    • Interest Inventory of Activities (Part VI)
      Enclose your interest inventory of activities.

    • Product or Essay (Part VII)
      Enclose your product (Option A) or essay (Option B).

    • Statement of Commitment (Part VIII)
      Both the student and parent or guardian must sign.

    • Biographical Data (Part IX)

    • Fee Payment & Financial Aid Information (Part X)
      Review this information and check the appropriate box. Enclose the $30 processing fee (not a part of your tuition). Checks should be made payable to "UC Regents." Write the student's first and last name and "SD" on the check's memo line. ATDP can only receive payment in the form of a check or money order.

  3. Consult the Completeness Checklist, on page 4 of the application.
    Your application will not be considered complete and ready for evaluation until we receive all supporting documents. Applications are considered for admission and course placement according to the date they are complete.

  4. Mail in your application form.
    1. Place all the required documents in order behind page 4 of the application form
    2. Send the completed application form and required documents, along with your non-refundable processing fee check for $30, to the ATDP Office--the address is on page 1 of the application form. Please note the application deadlines below. Applications received after these deadlines will be considered only on a space-available basis.
    3. To be informed whether your application is complete, include a stamped (27¢) and self-addressed postcard. It will be returned to you with details on your application status.

  5. Placement decisions and payment dates.
    On Thursday, April 2, 2009, ATDP will mail applicants a letter informing them whether they have been accepted. Acceptance packets include an invoice for course fees due. Fees and first installments are due on or before Monday, May 4. Families who need to pay their tuition in installments will have until Friday, July 31 to do so.

APPLICATION DEADLINES

Application Postmark Deadline for Returning SD Students:
Wednesday, February 18, 2009

Application Postmark Deadline for New SD Applicants:
Wednesday, March 4, 2009

Turn in applications as early as possible!



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