Roycemore School

Roycemore School, located in Chicago, Illinois, is situated on the campus of Northwestern University and is known as the Northwestern University affiliated high school. It is a century-old institution with a strong academic atmosphere, offering AP and dual-credit courses. In 2012, it moved to a modern new campus with comprehensive facilities.

School Features

1. Dual-Credit Courses in Partnership with Northwestern University: Some outstanding students can take Northwestern University courses for free and earn credits. Approximately 25% of students participate in dual-credit courses and graduate successfully each year.

2. January Short Term Program (JST): JST is a long-standing tradition that provides upper-grade students with opportunities for independent, exploratory learning. Under the guidance of faculty and program directors, students spend three weeks researching a topic meaningful to them. JST helps students learn to build and and apply knowledge they find personally enriching.

3. Each spring, the school dedicates a week to in-depth, project-based research on a special theme. Different groups explore various aspects of the theme, working together across multiple age groups, fostering collaboration and team support. Past themes have included "Earth Beneath Our Feet," "Architecture," and "Climate Change."

4. This winter, the school offers short-term courses to help students gain experience in interesting, challenging, and creative fields. These new online options are available for students from grades 4 to 12. Topics include stop-motion animation, Adobe Photoshop, stage storytelling, and wearable technology. In these courses, students will enhance their design skills, writing skills, public speaking skills, problem-solving skills, and overall innovation skills.