U Prep Mission - “Leaders for Tomorrow”

The mission of U Prep is to expand the reach of the MUS mission throughout the greater Memphis community. U Prep will empower and inspire motivated, high-achieving young men to become well-rounded scholars and leaders of strong moral character who are prepared to serve and make a lasting positive impact on their communities.

Program Description

This is a two-week camp, and families can choose one or two sessions. This camp is for boys entering Grades 4-6 in fall 2025.

The goal is to experience academic enrichment, leadership development, and fun at MUS. MUS faculty will teach math, English, character and leadership, art, public speaking, and science. Each camper will also participate in their choice of an MUS sports or extracurricular camp every afternoon.

About MUS

MUS is a college-preparatory day school for Grades 6-12 located on 94 acres in east Memphis at the corner of Park and Ridgeway. MUS is dedicated to academic excellence, cultivation of service and leadership, and the development of well-rounded young men of strong moral character, consistent with the school’s Christian tradition.

When is U Prep?

Summer 2025, June 2-13 or July 7-18, Monday-Friday

Typical Daily Schedule

7:45-8 a.m. Drop-Off
8-8:15 a.m. Opening Assembly
8:15-9 a.m. English
9-9:45 a.m. Math
9:45-10:45 a.m. Elective - Art, Science, Public Speaking
10:45-11:15 a.m. Small Group Tutoring, Study Time
11:15 a.m. - Noon Lunch and Recess
12:15-1 p.m. Leadership
1-4 p.m. Afternoon Camp
4-4:30 p.m. Closing Assembly
4:30 p.m. Pick-Up
4:30-5:30 p.m.
Extended Activity time
(Extra $50 fee for all two weeks)

Cost

The cost of U Prep is $800 for one session or $1,600 for both sessions. The camp includes lunch served daily in the MUS Dining Hall. Financial aid is available to make U Prep accessible to any qualified young man.

Requirements

The application priority deadline is May 9, 2025. Application requirements are the following:

  • A completed U Prep application
  • A current school academic portfolio or report card
  • Contact information for a character reference
  • Attend U Prep orientation Thursday, May 29, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
  • A completed U Prep Financial Aid application (optional)

Submit
report cards or academic portfolios HERE.

If you would like to apply for Financial Aid, download THIS application. Submit your completed Financial Aid Application HERE.


Applications submitted after May 9 will be considered if there is still space available. U Prep acceptance letters will be emailed May 16, 2025. 

Questions? Email Mr. Chima Onwuka '13 or call (901) 260-1408 with questions!


Interested in U Prep for next summer? Join our mailing list today.


U Prep Team:

List of 6 members.

  • Photo of Chima Onwuka

    Chima Onwuka 13

    Counselor Upper School
    (901) 260-1408
    University of Tennessee, Knoxville - BA
    Walden University - MA
    2023
  • Photo of Stephond Allmond

    Stephond Allmond 10

    Student Life Dir. Upper School, Admissions Assoc., Football/Track Asst. Coach
    (901) 260-1349
    East Tennessee State University - BS
    2021
  • Photo of Michele Cacioppo

    Michele Cacioppo 

    Headmaster/CFO Executive Asst.
    (901) 260-1310
    Harvard University - BA
    2021
  • Photo of Edward Fockler

    Ted Fockler 10

    Student Life Dir. Lower School, History/Arts Instructor, Theater Asst. Dir., Soccer Asst. Coach
    (901) 260-1427
    Boston College - MA
    Boston College - BA
    2015
  • Photo of K. Stalls

    Phillip Stalls 

    Academic Dean Upper School
    (901) 260-1371
    Florida State University - MS
    Sewanee: The University of the South - BS
    2011
  • Photo of David Willson

    David Willson 99

    Basketball Head Coach, Annual Fund Asst. Dir.
    (901) 504-3260
    Hampden-Sydney College - BA
    Southern Methodist University - Non-Graduate
    2019