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    Becoming You: Human Development Across the Lifespan
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    Becoming You: Human Development Across the Lifespan

    by Brown Pre-College Programs

    A psychology-focused pre-college course exploring human development across the lifespan, taught previously by Brown public health researcher Dr. Hayley Treloar Padovano.

    Last verified: 9 Oct 2026Reviewed by:Succeed Editorial

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    Becoming You at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility

    Current status

    Upcoming

    Eligibility

    High school students

    Age range / Year group

    Ages 14-18

    Location / Region

    Providence, Rhode Island, United States

    Cost

    $8,372; $6,416

    Duration

    3 weeks

    Format

    In-person

    Next deadline

    Not announced · Next cycle not announced

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    PsychologySocial Sciences
    Language: English
    Certificate / Outcome: Digital Certificate of Completion
    Previous instructor: Dr. Hayley Treloar Padovano
    Academic credit: Non-credit

    Becoming You summary

    Becoming You focuses on human development across the lifespan within Brown University's Pre-College offerings.

    Its previous instructor, Dr. Hayley Treloar Padovano, brings public health research experience to the course's academic setting.

    It suits students curious about developmental psychology who want to explore a subject through college-level study.

    What is Becoming You: Human Development Across the Lifespan?

    Becoming You: Human Development Across the Lifespan is a Brown University Pre-College course centered on human development. It offers a subject-focused route into Brown's broader college-level academic experience.

    Dr. Hayley Treloar Padovano has taught the course and is an Associate Professor in Brown's School of Public Health. Brown Pre-College emphasizes rigorous study, intellectual curiosity and student independence without the pressure of formal grades.

    Why Succeed highlights Becoming You

    • The lifespan focus gives students a clear academic theme to explore within psychology.

    • Its previous instructor's public health research background adds a concrete point of academic credibility.

    • Brown's emphasis on college-level study and independence can help students test their readiness for demanding academic work.

    • Successful completion provides a digital certificate documenting participation.

    Who is Becoming You for?

    Best for

    Students interested in developmental psychology who want to try college-level academic study and manage their learning independently.

    Not ideal if

    You need college credit or expect participation to give you a specific advantage in Brown undergraduate admissions.

    Is Becoming You worth it?

    This course is worth considering if human development is a subject you want to explore beyond school. Its focused theme and previous instructor's public health expertise provide a credible basis for academic exploration.

    Judge its value by the learning you want to gain and your family's budget. It is a non-credit experience, and Brown explicitly says Pre-College is not a prospecting program for undergraduate admissions.

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    Cost and what is included

    $8,372; $6,416; includes Digital Certificate of Completion after successful completion..

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    Dates and logistics

    3 weeks; Providence, Rhode Island, United States.

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    How much preparation does Becoming You need?

    Effort level

    Substantial academic and application preparation.

    Best started

    Four to six weeks before your intended cycle's application deadline.

    Main challenge

    Managing demanding study and the application process independently.

    Typical preparation

    • Draft an original 250–500-word essay explaining your curiosity or a meaningful new experience.

    • Gather grades from your current and previous academic years in English.

    • Allow extra preparation time if you need English language testing.

    • Review course requirements and discuss the financial commitment before paying the deposit.

    Useful if

    You want to test your interest in human development.

    What do students do on Becoming You?

    You study human development across the lifespan within Brown's Pre-College academic setting. Participation requires consistent attendance and engagement with your course work.

    Step-by-step process

    1. 1

      Attend all scheduled academic classes.

    2. 2

      Complete the work assigned by your instructor.

    3. 3

      Maintain active participation throughout the course.

    4. 4

      Work toward successful completion and a digital Certificate of Completion.

    Becoming You dates and deadlines

    Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.

    Applications open

    14 January 2026

    General Brown Pre-College admissions cycle.

    Reference date

    Application deadline

    15 May 2026

    General admissions deadline, extended from the original date.

    Reference date

    Final admission decisions

    22 May 2026

    General Brown Pre-College notification milestone.

    Reference date

    Eligibility and requirements

    • High school students; course-specific age and grade requirements apply.

    • Meet any prerequisites stated in the course description.

    • Have strong English language proficiency.

    • Receive Brown Pre-College admission before enrolling.

    How much does Becoming You cost?

    Application fee

    $80 — A separate non-refundable application charge.

    Funding or discounts

    • Enrollment deposit: $500 — Required before course enrollment; generally non-refundable.
    • Scholarships: Separate application — Brown offers scholarships with U.S. citizenship, residency or qualifying status requirements.
    • Application fee waiver: Eligibility-based — Qualifying applicants may request a waiver within the application.

    What's included

    Digital Certificate of Completion after successful completion.

    How to apply to Becoming You

    1. 1

      Create one applicant account in Brown's Student Portal.

    2. 2

      Complete the application form and write the required 250–500-word essay.

    3. 3

      Upload your academic records and any required English language results.

    4. 4

      Pay the application fee or request an eligible waiver.

    5. 5

      Monitor your portal and email for additional requests and your decision.

    6. 6

      After admission, review the course requirements before paying the deposit.

    7. 7

      Enroll separately in the course through your Student Portal.

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    Who teaches on Becoming You?

    Dr. Hayley Treloar Padovano has taught Becoming You. She is an Associate Professor in Brown University's School of Public Health and has helped lead research on community-based liver disease screening.

    What happens after Becoming You?

    After completing this program, participants often pursue:

    Explore human development through college-level study.

    Demonstrate sustained interest in an academic subject.

    Earn a digital Certificate of Completion after successful completion.

    Brown Pre-College participation does not confer college credit or a special undergraduate admissions pathway.

    Becoming You FAQs

    Dr. Hayley Treloar Padovano has taught the course. Brown identifies her as an Associate Professor in its School of Public Health.

    You apply to Brown Pre-College first. After admission, you submit the required deposit and separately enroll in a course for which you meet the requirements.

    No. Brown Pre-College admission and course enrollment are separate steps, and admission does not guarantee a seat in a particular course.

    Brown's standard Pre-College courses are non-credit. College credit is offered through its separate Pre-Baccalaureate program.

    Successful completion makes you eligible for a digital Certificate of Completion. Brown typically sends these credentials in early fall.

    Brown expects applicants to complete the application largely independently. Parents and guardians can support preparation while the student manages their materials and communication.

    Brown states that Pre-College is not a prospecting program for undergraduate admissions. Completing a course can demonstrate subject interest, but it does not establish a special admissions pathway.

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