If you're interested in further developing your passion for business and economics or law, apply to take part in our Summer School, a learning experience focused on leading-edge subjects. You will be taught by Bocconi University faculty members and attend classes with top students that share your interests.

Bocconi Summer School offers a challenging study program open to motivated students. It's a unique opportunity to participate in an exciting laboratory of teaching and active learning.

AI Scholars Live Online is a 10 session (25-hour) program that exposes high school students to fundamental AI concepts and guides them to build a socially impactful project. Taught by our team of graduate students from Stanford, MIT, and more, students receive a personalized learning experience in small groups with a student-teacher ratio of 5:1.

PREREQUISITES

High School Students (Grades 9 to 12) or equivalent. 

No prior programming or CS background required, but an interest in AI is appreciated!

Advanced cohorts are available for students with prior programming experience.

PROGRAM FEE & ADMISSIONS

Program Fee: USD $1100 (all inclusive)

Admitted students will be emailed a link for online payment.

Application Deadline: May 15, 2024

Applications processed on a rolling basis. Limited seats.

Program Contact:

Jared Greene, jaredgreene@inspiritai.com

Take your first steps in joining the Berklee community.

Reserve your spot by following the instructions below. You will receive a confirmation email after you have submitted your registration form and paid your registration fee and tuition in full.

Our Musical Theater Acting Intensive and Vocal/Choral Intensive programs require you to prepare and submit additional application materials along with your registration form. Once we have reviewed your materials, you will be notified of your decision via email. Due to limited availability, you must accept your offer and pay your tuition in full in order to reserve your spot in the program.

1. Submit your registration. If applicable, you may need to submit additional supporting materials.  

2. Make your tuition payment. All programs have limited capacity, so be sure to complete your full tuition payment to reserve your space in the program. 

   • The registration fee and tuition are due in full for all programs with the exception of Aspire: Five-Week. Aspire students only need to pay the registration fee at the time of registration.

3. Request housing. If you will be age 15 or older by the start of your Boston-based program and require on-campus accommodations, complete the Residence Hall Contract in the Next Steps tab of your registration portal.

4. Complete your next steps. Visit the Next Steps section of your account to view and complete any additional requirements. Review the checklist to make sure you are on track.

Our programs are designed to accommodate a variety of levels of musicality and performance. Whether you are enrolling in a performance-based or a skill-based program, we have a place for you. Class placement for our performance-based programs is generally based on your submission of placement audition materials. Our skill-based programs may allow you to choose the level that works best for you. To learn more about how class placement works visit our class placement Help Center article.

International Student Requirements

Berklee Summer Programs welcomes students from all over the world to join us. 

The US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) requires that any student who is not a US citizen participating in the Aspire: Five-Week Music Performance Intensive apply for an F-1 student visa. Information on I-20 and F-1 visa procedures will be shared with registered students beginning in late January or February. If you are already in the US on a different visa status or hold an F-1 status at another institution, please consult with our Summer International team as soon as possible. 

If you are not participating in the Aspire: Five-Week Music Performance Intensive, it is recommended that you enter the US with a B-2 tourist visa

Important Dates

Registration opens annually in autumn and remains open until the corresponding payment deadline or until the program reaches capacity. Payment deadlines are as follows:

• May 1: Payment deadline for June programs

• June 1: Payment deadline for July programs

• July 1: Payment deadline for August programs

Berklee Summer Programs 

About Accelerate Pre-College Programs 

Are you driven, hard-working, and curious? Do you crave new experiences and love to challenge yourself? Are you looking to set yourself apart academically? 

Accelerate Pre-College Programs are designed for talented high school students in the U.S. and around the world who want to give themselves an edge. We offer a choice of innovative programs led by Northeastern’s internationally acclaimed faculty. Try something new or challenge yourself to rise to a new level in an existing area of interest. 

Program Information

Visit our Boston and Oakland Campus Programs pages for detailed program information and dates for our Summer 2024 programs. To keep up to date with the latest program announcements, complete our inquiry form.

How to Apply

We are looking for talented, highly motivated students who are passionate about the subject area and who are ready for a rigorous program. We mimic the Northeastern undergraduate application review process by performing a holistic review—reviewing all areas of the application equally (academic, extracurricular, etc.). Application requirements include: 

• Online Application 

• Transcript: An unofficial high school transcript or report cards 

• Personal statement: a short statement (maximum of 250 words) describing your passion for the subject matter, your motivation for enrolling in the program, and what you hope to gain from the experience 

• Reference/Recommendation: Within the application, there is an option for students to submit the name and contact information of a teacher or counselor as a reference, this is not required.  

Engineering Innovation offers high quality, challenging courses for diverse high school students in a supportive and dynamic environment. They introduce students to engineering, improve college-readiness, and prepare them to succeed in engineering and other STEM fields.

JHU is offering two Engineering Innovation programs in the Summer of 2025:

Explore Engineering Innovation (Online, summer only)

Explore Engineering Innovation (In-person, summer only)

Biomedical Engineering Innovation (Online)
Sustainable Energy Engineering (In- Person)

JHU Vision for Engineering:

Change the face of engineering by inspiring a diverse and inclusive population of students to become engineers.

Pre-­­Qualifications:

• Applicants must be a freshman, sophomore, or junior in high school when they apply. 

• Students are required to participate for at least 20 hours per week between June 10–July 26, 2024 on a research team conducting experimental and/or computational research on the USC campus.

*Most research teams meet on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, from  9 am - 4 pm. SHINE students, families and research teams have the opportunity to discuss and adjust availabilities for a mutually agreed-upon schedule. This individualized agreement works best for students who balance SHINE with summer school or a part-time job.

• Students must participate in our All Cohort Friday sessions where all SHINE students interact, complete training, informative sessions and fun! 

*SHINE students and USC undergraduates usually get together for an evening of games, a talent show, or other forms of getting to know one another. 

*All staff, from Director to the undergraduate student employees, provide extensive office hours for students.

Academic Background:       

• Applicant Overall GPA: We are looking for applicants who have a GPA of 3.4 or higher on a 4.0 (unweighted) scale. Please be sure to convert any GPA's over 4.0 to unweighted -- here's instructions on how. If you have had challenges that negatively affected your GPA or academic performance, you will have a chance to explain within the application.

• Please list the official name of your high school 

• You will also need to upload a PDF of your Unofficial High School Transcript. 

Recommendations from STEM Teachers: 

• Two letters of recommendation are required, each from a teacher who discusses your academic qualifications in science, technology, engineering or math as well as your readiness to participate on a federally funded research team of adults for seven full weeks.

• Start talking to your teachers in Nov 2023 to February, 2024, about your interest in SHINE and research. Let your recommenders know they will receive an email from the USC Viterbi SHINE program once you submit your application, so please plan ahead; their recommendation letters must be received before we can review, and send your application to the professor(s). Please verify your recommenders received our letter of recommendation request. 

• Before you begin the online application, be sure to have the names, title, and email addresses of your recommenders.

• Application Deadline before or by February 16, 2024 

• Letter of Recommendation Deadline before or by February 26, 2024

Personal Statement Section: 

We want to get to know you better, to find out why you’re interested in doing research at USC Viterbi School of Engineering over your summer vacation. So, this is your chance to let us know more about you. Please put some time and effort into your personal statement as it is a key document in the professor’s decision, along with your teacher recommendations. 

• Prompt 1: In 500 words or less, write about a specific time when you used your STEM knowledge to solve a problem and/or a specific time when you realized that research was key to your future academic goals. You can write about either or both - use this as the opportunity to tell us about yourself and why you are a good fit for SHINE.

• Prompt 2: In the same document, please add up to 250 words to discuss how one - three of the SHINE research projects intrigue or interest you; this helps us match you to the available projects. 

To submit: You will upload one pdf (750 words maximum) with your answers to both Prompts 1 - 2. Please be sure to name your file: LASTNAME_FIRSTNAME_PERSONAL STATEMENT and make sure your first and last name are also on all documents, which need to be in PDF format.

Supplemental Material Section:

• You are also welcome to add one supplemental PDF that showcases your interest in research, e.g., an award, a technical paper, lab report, science fair essay, etc.

New York Summer Intensive Studies (Ages 16–18)

About This Program

Study art and design with Parsons' world-class faculty while experiencing the creative inspiration of New York City in our academically rigorous and artistically stimulating three-week, three-credit intensive program. Our fully immersive courses are tailored to high-schoolers preparing to apply for college and feature thought-provoking skill-building project-based learning, art and design field trips, guest speakers from industry, and portfolio reviews.

What You’ll Gain

• Deeper understanding of fine arts and design in a variety of specialized fields

• Technical and creative skills necessary for success in future art and design programs

• Three college credits

• Portfolio preparation for admission to an art and design college

Summer 2025 on Parsons' NYC Greenwich Village campus

Full Day On-Campus Sessions (Mondays to Fridays 9:00 a.m. - 3:50 p.m. ET)

Session 1- June 9-27, 2025

Session 2 - July 7-25, 2025

Application deadline: April 24, 2025 (April 1 for International students)

Requirements

Age Requirement

Our pre-college Summer Intensives Studies program is for students ages 16-18*. We require that students are 16 by the start date of the program. Students who will turn 16 during or after the program will not be permitted to participate in the program with no exceptions. We recommend students under age 16 explore our non-credit course offerings in our Parsons Summer Academy (Grades 3–12) program, which runs during the first two weeks of August at our Greenwich Village campus.

* Students aged 18 with at least one full year of college enrollment may register for the New York Summer Intensive Studies (College & Adult) program.

Attendance and Workload

Students attend classes Monday through Friday for six hours a day, with a one-hour break for lunch. Attendance is mandatory. Students who miss more than two class sessions (each day consists of one morning and one afternoon session) will fail the course, subject to faculty and administrative review. Out-of-class work, which is assigned daily, is a substantial part of the program. Students who do not meet course expectations may be asked to leave the program.

Written Personal Statement (150-200 words)

Parsons New York Summer Intensives is a credit-bearing college experience—not a summer camp—taught by Parsons faculty. All classes in the program challenge students to expand their creative making and thinking skills. Please describe a past time when you were challenged in your creative or academic abilities. What skills or resources did you use to overcome this challenge, and how can you also utilize these skills in a Parsons summer intensive? How do you hope the intensive will evolve your creative skills and work?

What You'll Need

• Digital Camera (mobile device cameras are suitable)

• Supplies from class list (estimated cost: $200)

• Some courses require access to a modern computer laptop in addition to scheduled computer lab times; please check the course description. Students will have free access to Adobe Creative Cloud for Students.

International Students

Visa Requirement

International students must obtain a proper student visa to take a course from this program. Please review the International Students & Scholars Services page for details.

Language Requirement

International Students for whom English is not the primary language of instruction must demonstrate English language proficiency, as classes are taught in English. A TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score of 79 or higher on the Internet-based course, an IELTS (International English Language Testing System) score of 6.5 or higher, or a DET (Duolingo English Test) score of 105 or higher is required. Visit TOEFL, IELTS, or DET for more information.

About the Program

In this program, students will learn the fundamentals of research and research writing under the guidance of a Harvard Student Agencies mentors. At the end of the program, students will produce a 1500-2000 word research report, which will be published.

Research is an important step in the process of actualising innovative ideas and building a solid academic profile. Embolden your goals for the future and attain proficiency in topics that resonate with you, by writing your own research paper with the guidance of Harvard mentors.

Research Areas:

• STEM: Technology Impacts in Society

• Arts & Humanities

• Law

• Business & Evolution of Digital Market

Application Deadline:

Early application deadline: December 5, 2024

Regular application deadline: December 10, 2024

Why Great Books?

Welcome to a world of discovery…a world of literature, philosophy, great books, and big ideas. Discussion and fun!

For twenty-two years, outstanding students have come together at some of the world’s most prestigious universities for the Great Books Summer Program. Led by top professors and distinguished educators and scholars, our students spend their days enjoying the kind of intellectual experience most can only dream of during the school year.

• A Unique Experience

• Close Mentoring

• An Inclusive Community

A chiefly residential program with some day and online program sessions, Great Books gives middle and high school students a taste of the university experience in a welcoming, safe, fun, and supervised environment. They’ll be part of an international learning community enjoying a challenging curriculum, arts and literature electives, and social activities outside of class.

On-Campus Enrollment is Now Open!

We are thrilled to be planning Summer 2025 On-Campus and Online programs. There will be a host of exciting choices for students entering grades 6-8, grades 9-12, and graduating seniors!  We are offering multiple weeks of great On-Campus Programs starting in late June. We will be on the following campuses: Amherst College, Stanford University, Northwestern University, and Haverford College. Our abroad programs will be in Dublin and Oxford! And, of course, online programs too!  

Just like last summer, we are committed to providing quality enrichment for students in locations that have excellent, established health and safety regimens in place.

Read more about these interesting online programs!

Lumiere Education offers a diverse range of research programs, designed to suit a range of ages and experience levels.

Each Program has a Spring, Summer, Fall, and Winter session.

INDIVIDUAL RESEARCH PROGRAM

• 12-week research program

• 9 individual sessions with world-class researcher

• 2 individual sessions with writing coach

• 5 workshops on research process

• A 15-page research paper

PREMIUM RESEARCH & PUBLICATION PROGRAM

• 16-week program

• 15 individual sessions with world-class researcher

• 4 individual sessions with writing coach

• 5 workshops on research process

• 4 individual sessions with publication specialist

• Publication plan created by Lumiere publication team for student

RESEARCH FELLOWSHIP

• 6-12 month program

• 24-30 individual sessions with world-class researcherrld-class researcher

• 6 individual sessions with writing coach

• 5 workshops on research process

• 4 individual sessions with publication specialist

• Publishing and sharing the paper at a college-level journal or prestigious competition/conference.

Two Cohorts:

Spring: March 3, 2025 (Application deadline is Feb 9, 2025)

Summer: June 3, 2025 (Application deadline is June 2, 2025)

Lumiere Research Scholar Program Information Session

      Select a Date & Time - Calendly 

Attending an online information session is the best way for prospective students to learn more about the Lumiere Research Scholars Program. Fill out this form to register.

     Lumiere Research Scholar Application (airtable.com) 

The Priority Admission deadline for the Summer 2022 cohort is March 13, 202

Since 1989, the National Student Leadership Conference has invited a select group of outstanding middle school and high school students to participate in its fast-paced, high-level, interactive summer sessions. Join us this summer to experience your future.

Please check their website for the detail of each program. High School – for students in grades 9-12.       Youth Leadership Programs | National Student Leadership Conference (nslcleaders.org) 

BUSINESS

Business & Entrepreneurship

Business Intensive

International Business

Sports Management

GOVERNMENT & LAW

Intelligence & National Security

International Diplomacy

Law & Advocacy

Law Intensive

Political Action & Public Policy

S.T.E.M.

Aerospace

Biotechnology

Cybersecurity

Data Science

Engineering

Engineering Intensive

Environmental Science & Sustainability

Forensic Science

Marine Biology

Medicine & Health Care

Medical Intensive

Nursing

Psychology & Neuroscience

Veterinary Medicine

LEADERSHIP & COMMUNITY

Mastering Leadership

ART & DESIGN

Acting Intensive

Architecture

Game Design

Film Intensive

Film, Journalism & Media Arts

Theater

"Spend four weeks experiencing the University of Pennsylvania’s Perelman School of Medicine intensive summer program designed for high school juniors and seniors interested in medical careers. Modeled after actual first year Penn Med classes, you’ll gain exposure to the basics of medical training including practical experiences, simulations and live demonstrations. Plus, you’ll live the life of a college student on Penn’s campus, located in University City in Philadelphia, PA.  Experience dorm life, campus living, attend classes, and make life-long friends!

The high-tech, jaw-dropping learning spaces at Penn Medicine are every medical student’s dream. You’ll learn from highly accredited doctors and faculty at Penn Medicine who are involved throughout the program. Students have also had a rare opportunity to observe a surgery. As the doctors share their stories and expose you to the many diverse specialties and opportunities available to pursue in medicine, this program will certainly confirm for you how rewarding it can be when you choose to follow after your passion."

Ages 15-18              June 29, 2025 – July 25, 2025            Tuition: $10,875

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS

• You must be entering Grade 11 or 12 in September 2025. 

• You must have completed a High School Level Biology class prior to start date. 

Admission is competitive and follows a fixed timeline. In order to complete an application for admission, you will be required to submit the following application requirements by March 31, 2025:

• Extracurricular Activities (Provide descriptions of three extracurricular activities.)

• Honors or Awards (Highlight up to three honors or awards you have received.)

• Essay (Write an essay of 300-350 words. Essay prompt: “Aside from an assumed interest in medicine, why are you specifically interested in the Penn Medicine Summer Program for High School Students?”)

• School Information (Include name of school, address, phone, type of school, guidance counselor information)

• Academic Transcript with Fall 2024 Grades. Biology must be reflected on either the transcript or the fall grade sheet.

Upload the transcript and grades at the same time. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.

• Contact information for two Recommenders. (these are the teachers/counselors/others who YOU will ask to write your Letters of Recommendation for the program)

• Two Letters of Recommendation (The first letter must be from a STEM Subject Instructor. You’ll find a full set of instructions in your online account after you apply and pay the application fee. The recommenders will complete your recommendation via a link that you will provide to them.

• Financial assistance paperwork if applicable.

Early College Program 

Push your ideas, visions, and skillsets to new heights in both online and on-campus courses! Join students from around the country and right here in Chicago for courses taught by our renowned faculty. Experience dynamic demos; engage with peers during group work, critiques, and activities; and receive a blend of time for independent exploration and making and time to check in with faculty. 

Taking place during fall, winter, spring, and summer, sessions may investigate a wide variety of disciplines. Students who have completed their sophomore year have the option to enroll for college credit! View Brochures here.

Click here to See all courses and register online.

Course Highlights

• Work with our amazing faculty of practicing artists, designers, and scholars

• Earn college credit that may transfer to any college you attend

• Connect with visiting artists from around the globe

• Collaborate with students from across the United States and around the world

• Prepare a competitive portfolio for college admission

• Participate in a virtual exhibition which will be publicized on SAIC’s main social media channels

Boston University presents a hands-on experience for high school students interested in journalism, writing or photography.

The Summer Journalism Academy at Boston University gives high school students the opportunity to expand their skills and prepare for college, either through a residential experience on campus or through remote instruction from home.

Each academy instructor is also a working journalist, so what’s taught is grounded in real-life experience. Each lesson is tied to its practical application, by giving students actual reporting assignments. Each day is a sample of life as a news reporter.

For students living on-campus, they have the opportunity to:

• Meet with a Boston University's representative to discuss the college admissions process

• Explore what it's like living in a residence hall and studying in a university environment

• Experience Boston museums, historical sites, and neighborhoods during their free time

Students decide if they would like to attend our program in-person or virtually. Our three-week on-campus session starts June 24. Our two-week virtual sessions begin June 17, July 1, and July 15. 

Apply by March 8, 2024, and receive an Early Bird discount code worth $400 off an on-campus session or $200 off learn-from-home!

Please complete and submit the form below, along with the requested attachments and a non-refundable $60 application fee.

In the supporting documents section of your application, you will upload the following in a Word or PDF document:

• A personal statement explaining your interest in journalism and what you would like to gain from attending our program (400 – 500 word limit). On your personal statement letter include your full name, date of birth, and email address at the top of the letter.

• Recommendation letter (required for On-Campus; optional for Learn-from-Home) from a teacher who knows you, and able to speak on your writing skills, interest in journalism, your experience and how you would benefit from the program. Each recommendation letter should include your teacher’s full name, their title, school address, and email address. If you are an international student and English is not your first language, we strongly encourage you to submit a recommendation letter; your teacher should include in their letter your level of comprehending, writing and speaking the English language. Applicants can choose to upload their recommendation letter to their application or have their teacher email their recommendation letter to us at busj@bu.edu. We will only contact your teacher if we have any questions about their recommendation letter or have not received their letter.

• Writing sample (required for On-Campus; optional for Learn-from-Home), preferably a clip from your school newspaper or news site or, alternatively, a composition in the third-person demonstrating clarity and gathering of facts.

After our office receives your completed application (including your personal statement and recommendation letter), we will email you within two weeks with our decision and next steps. (Please check your SPAM or junk folder.)  Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Questions? Email busj@bu.edu or call (617) 353-5391.

What can young learners do at UW–Madison this summer? Just about anything. Badger Precollege offers an array of academic programs for students ages 7-18 — from advanced learning programs and STEM classes to music clinics and college readiness conferences.

Whatever you choose, your student will enjoy the university’s outstanding facilities, resources, faculty and staff — all while getting to know the UW–Madison campus, pursuing their passions and meeting new friends. Financial assistance is available for most programs.

• Accelerated Learning Program (ALP) June 29-July 18, 2025

The Accelerated Learning Program (ALP) engages talented students from across Wisconsin, the nation and the world at the top-ranked University of Wisconsin–Madison. ALP is an intense, three-week residential summer camp designed to push students to the next academic level in a welcoming learning environment. Students enroll in a single course for an in-depth experience and may work with their school to receive high school credit. Scholarships are available. 

• Badger Summer Scholars July 20-Aug 1, 2025

Badger Summer Scholars is a transformative residential college preparatory experience for students in 9th through 12th grade.     Through meeting with and learning from UW experts in various fields and academic areas of interest, applicants will explore the college application process and experience a taste of what it means to live and learn like a college student. Applicants should be ready to take the next step in their journey and to engage in a rewarding college program with peers from all over the country. 

Unlock Your Creative Potential at the SCA Summer Program

The SCA Summer Program offers more than just a summer course-it's an academically rigorous and creatively inspiring journey where your active, supportive participation plays a key role in shaping the experience. Over six immersive weeks, you'll engage in intensive classroom studies, dynamic activities, and intellectually challenging assignments designed to push your artistic and academic boundaries.

The SCA Summer Program fosters a unique community of like-minded peers from around the world, all driven by a passion for cinematic arts. Here, you'll not only hone your skills but also learn the value of collaboration, respect, and the impact your actions have on the creative community you become a part of.

With rolling admission, students aged 16 and above are encouraged to apply. Once accepted, enrollment is on a first-come, first-served basis. Each course you complete earns accredited elective credit units, transferable to USC and other universities. Upon completing the program, you'll receive an official transcript through the University Registrar's Office, marking the first step in your journey toward academic and creative excellence.

How to Apply

All communication from the SCA Summer Program office will be sent through email. When registering for the application, applicants must make sure to use an email address that is checked frequently.

• Complete and submit the online application through the application portal.

  • Applicants can find a list of the Application Requirements on our website.

  • Please make sure that the correct application is selected on the Online Application page.

  • Create a login on the application portal.

  • Pay the $65 nonrefundable application fee.

  • Submit the application!

IMPORTANT DATE(S):

• Summer 2025 Applications Opens: December 15, 2024.

• Summer 2025 Applications Deadline: April 30, 2025.

CLASSES

The USC School of Cinematics Summer Program offers classes in many different aspects of filmmaking, such as:

• Filmmaking

• Screenwriting

• Computer Graphics

• Animation

• Gaming

• Film & Television Business

Yale Young Global Scholars (YYGS) is one of the most globally diverse, two-week academic summer programs in the world. Serving over 2,000 students from 150+ countries and all 50 U.S. states, YYGS distributes over $3 Million USD in need-based financial aid to both domestic and international students.

Our curriculum is highly collaborative, exposing participants to innovative topics while facilitating student discussions shaped by international perspectives. Students have the opportunity to participate in a STEM, social sciences, humanities, or cross-disciplinary track.

Yale Young Global Scholars (YYGS) offers Innovations in Science & Technology; Literature, Philosophy, & Culture; Politics, Law & Economics; Solving Global Challenges in June & July 2024. 

Session Details:

Session 1 (June 22- July 4)

Session 2 (July 6- July 18)

Session 3 (July 20 - Aug 1)

Application Deadline: 11:59pm ET on January 10, 2025

Required Application Components:

YYGS reviews all applications holistically. Our staff understands that students come from a wide variety of backgrounds and with different educational and extracurricular opportunities. As a result, the essays and letters of recommendation are the most important parts of the application.

All students must submit the following application components:

• Activities list

• One 400-word essay and one 200-word response

• Two “fast take” responses (280 characters each)

• Official school transcript

• One Recommender (who will complete the YYGS Recommendation Form* ONLY)

• Application fee** ($75 for Early Action and $90 for Regular Decision)

• You must click the Submit Application button on the “Review” page for your application to be considered.

• OPTIONAL: English fluency test scores (TOEFL or Duolingo)***

• OPTIONAL: Need-based financial aid****

Get a head start on college by earning credits from Cornell online

As a student in this highly regarded Ivy League program, you'll have the chance to

• Immerse yourself in fascinating Cornell University courses

• Work closely with leading Cornell faculty members

• Get a head start on college by earning 3 to 8 credits and a Cornell transcript

• Improve your college study skills during rigorous, well-designed classes

• Prepare for college applications with one-on-one admissions counseling

• Connect with a diverse group of motivated high school students from around the world

Applications for Summer 2025 online courses are open now!

Babson Summer Study 2024 for High School Students: Online July 8-29, 2024

Babson Summer Study is a 3+-week experiential online program for rising high school juniors and seniors to develop an entrepreneurial mindset and become innovators and changemakers. By strengthening your understanding of the United Nation's Global Goals, you will develop the competencies and confidence to address real-world problems, seize opportunities, have an impact, and create change that leads to your desired future. While you work with peers from around the globe, you will develop power skills that allow you to enroll others in your vision, confidently master difficult topics, and embrace other points of view all while earning 4 college credits from Babson, the top-ranked college for entrepreneurship. 

Course Schedule

There will be live and asynchronous academic coursework each day during the 3+ week online course. Live sessions will last approximately 3 hours. In addition, you should prepare to spend up to 5 additional hours each day (25 hours per week) working on out-of-class assignments, both individually and with your team. The added flexibility provided by digital and asynchronous learning platforms – combined with more traditional, synchronous live classes with experienced professors – allows you to learn from peers around the globe.  

Class will take place Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Eastern Time. If you need to figure out what time this is where you live, please go to the World Clock Planner. 

Check out the Babson Summer Study Programs for High School Students on their website. 

The Summer Science Program (SSP) is a nonprofit offering an immersion experience in experimental science to rising high school seniors. Working in teams of three on a college campus, participants complete a hands-on research project. The design incorporates values of collaboration and connection, rigor and challenge, trust and respect, inclusivity and support – exactly what high-potential teens need at this critical life stage, just before they apply to college. The experience accelerates their social and intellectual development, inspiring them to higher confidence and bigger dreams. 

Each program includes twelve research teams of three participants each, led by seven dedicated, full-time faculty members. Each team is assigned a target of study, acquires and analyzes data, draws conclusions, and writes a final report. Working together continuously for 39 days, they bond as a living-and-learning community. 

• The Summer Science Program in Astrophysics (three programs)

• The Summer Science Program in Biochemistry (two programs)

• The Summer Science Program in Genomics (one program, 24 participants)

Classroom and lab sessions are scheduled six days a week, interspersed with guest lectures and other special events. Classroom time is for developing an understanding of experimental science in general and the research topic in particular. Problem sets reinforce the material.

Admissions decisions are made in mid-March for international applicants and mid-April for U.S. applicants. Decisions will be emailed and posted on the status page of your application.

2025 Application Deadlines

January 24, 2025

International applicants (non-U.S. citizens attending school in the U.S. or abroad, U.S. citizens or permanent residents attending school outside the U.S.) If you are an international applicant and your parent will apply for financial aid, the same deadline applies for the financial aid application.

The deadline is for receipt (not postmark) of all required application parts, by 11:59 pm Pacific time. Materials may be emailed to admissions@ssp.org.

The Boston Leadership Institute is an award-winning summer program for high-achieving teens. Since 2011, BLI has provided unique, engaging, and valuable opportunities to thousands of students from around the United States and the world. Led by highly qualified and decorated teachers and professors from the Boston area, the ever-expanding BLI lineup covers Medicine, Engineering, Business, and Science.

BLI offers one-week and three-week options, both of which provide students with hands-on lab experience that is rarely accessible to them in school. The subject matter is challenging and exciting, and students gain important credentials to include on college applications.  

One-Week Program

• Science

• Medicine

• Psychology

• Coding & Tech

• Business

• Engineering & Design

• Edge Programs - give students a first- hand look into the most challenging topics covered in required STEM courses.

Three - Week Program

• Science

• Medicine

• Business

• Engineering & Tech

Applications are for our three-week research programs. One-week programs do not require an application. Your one-week program seat can be saved with a deposit here.  

For more than 60 years Syracuse University’s Office of Pre-College Programs has been giving high school students the opportunity to explore potential college majors and careers in its renowned pre-college programs. Students not only learn about what it’s like to be a college student, they leave the program with more confidence, enthusiasm and a sense of being ready for college. Students can choose from over 100 courses in one of our four pre-college programs: 

Summer College – Online

3-week Session I: July 3 – July 20, 2023

3-week Session II: July 24 – August 10, 2023

6-week Session: July 3 – August 10, 2023

Application Deadline: May 1, 2023

For more information view the Website

• Learn at HMS! Experience hands-on learning to deepen understanding by connecting lessons to real-life experiences. Learn from Harvard Medical School staff and other expert healthcare professionals

• Be Inspired! Meet nurses, physicians, researchers, and other healthcare professionals and explore various medical career pathways during MEDchats and be inspired to find your passion!

• Build Confidence! Learn to think outside of the box, with no limits, to think like scientists. Become confident in your abilities to problem solve and share ideas. Gain critical thinking, problem-solving and teamwork skills and be prepared for college, work, and life!

• No textbooks, no homework!

MED Science Clinical

Our MEDscienceClinical Program offers high school students with interests in science, medicine or healthcare a hands-on, active learning environment where they are immersed in realistic, dynamic, simulated medical emergencies.

Students learn clinical skills and explore healthcare careers from various medical professionals in the field.

This program motivates students to think critically, problem-solve, and work effectively in teams.

MED Science Lab

Discover how lab, research, and the clinical aspects of medicine are interconnected. Starting with the patient in our high-tech medical simulation lab, then working in our HMS research lab, learn how medical problems are diagnosed and solved by analyzing patient samples and conducting experiments. Gain practical hands-on skills that are necessary for employment in current clinical research laboratories. 

MED Science Lab Forensics

As a member of the MEDscienceLAB Forensics Team, you will learn how scientists solve crimes. Hands-on investigative inquiry will lead to analysis of crime scene evidence in the laboratory. With your team, you will play the role of the forensic scientist and learn how critical thinking and collaboration are the key to a successful criminal investigation! 

MED Science Tech Moonshot

Join the MEDscienceTECH Moonshot Program to build cutting edge solutions to current medical technology problems. Students will learn the design thinking process and present their prototypes to industry professionals throughout the program. Students will be exposed to computer science, artificial intelligence, surgical robotics, and engineering to arm them with the skills of the future. 

Med Science Dental

This exciting new medical exploration program will expose students to real-life skills across medicine and dentistry. Engage in hands-on learning by responding to real-life patient care treating simulated patients along with training in dental clinical skills and procedures. Gain valuable insights into clinical medicine and dentistry! 

Summer Scholars participants spend two intensive weeks on Notre Dame's campus taking a challenging college-level course taught by Notre Dame faculty. We keep the classes small and personal attention from Notre Dame faculty high. The coursework is a true preview of college academics—it is both rigorous and rewarding, and students earn one transferable college credit upon the completion of a program track. Students collaborate on coursework outside designated class times as they would in any college setting. There is also ample time to enjoy the social facets of college life, especially those unique to Notre Dame. 

We are offering two Summer Scholars sessions in Summer 2023. Session I will run June 7 - June 21, 2025 and Session II will run June 28 - July 12, 2025. Applications are live and are due February 29, 2025.

We welcome high school students who meet the following criteria to apply to Summer Scholars Online:

• Current sophomores, and juniors (will be rising juniors and seniors)

• Strong academic standing with solid extracurricular activities. Qualified applicants must be self-motivated, self-disciplined, and demonstrate a high level of maturity. In addition, applicants must express a sincere desire to be part of the Notre Dame community while they are participating in the virtual program.

• At least 16 years old by or on Aug 1, 2025.

Application Requirements

Interested students must submit an online application, a high school transcript, a counselor report, and a letter of recommendation from a high school teacher.

Please have the following items prepared before you begin your application process:

• High school counselor name and email address*

• High school recommending teacher’s name and email address*

• If you plan to submit standardized test scores, you may scan a copy of your electronic score report and upload it in the online application when instructed to do so. Scores will be accepted up until February 28, 2023. Standardized test scores (SAT, ACT, or PSAT) are encouraged to enhance a student's Summer Scholars Online application, but they are not required.

• A TOEFL score or a submitted DuoLingo Online English Test is required for International applicants who do not attend an English-speaking high school.

• Major credit card for payment of $60 application fee. 

  • If you wish to pay by check, please make the check out to "University of Notre Dame Office of Pre-College Programs" and mail to University of Notre Dame Office of Pre-College Programs, 403 McKenna Hall, Notre Dame, Indiana, 46556 

• Applications and all supporting documents must be submitted by February 19, 2025. Files will be reviewed once all application materials are received.

Washington University is counted among the world's leaders in teaching, research, and public service, and draws students and faculty from all 50 states and more than 100 nations. Our mission is to discover and disseminate knowledge, and protect the freedom of inquiry through research, teaching, and learning.

Since 1984, the Washington University, Arts & Sciences pre-college programs in St. Louis have provided motivated students the opportunity to challenge themselves in a supportive and encouraging atmosphere. 

The University Pre-College programs commit each year to the following goals:

• To develop challenging and innovative programming that aligns with the overall WashU mission and goals.

• To provide academic support to enable all students to experience growth in their academic abilities.

• To create a positive, collaborative community by implementing educational, cultural and social activities for all students.

• To create a safe, respectful environment for all students.

• To offer a variety of enrichment opportunities to support students with the college application process and to prepare them for success both inside and outside of the classroom.

• To introduce students to the undergraduate experience through Arts & Sciences at WashU.

Our students come from across the country and around the world for the unique WashU pre-college experience.

Application Deadline April 1, 2025

Check out the program website for more details. 

UW Youth & Teen Programs offers engaging courses for students in grades four through 12 who want to keep learning year-round. Our programs reach more than 1,000 students each year on the UW campus and online. 

Start Week: 7/1/2024-7/12/2024

Programs: 

Architectural Studies

Coding in Java

Introduction to Data Visualization

Introduction to Astronomy

Sharpen Your Writing Skills

Writers Workshop for High School

1.The Berkeley Pre-College Scholars: Summer Residential track offers international and domestic high school students the opportunity to live on campus and enjoy the summer at Berkeley. Pre-College Scholars participants will get the opportunity to earn college credit while experiencing university life to the fullest with other students from across the United States and around the world. During the summer, students will take two courses offered through Berkeley Summer Sessions and have the option to participate in extracurricular activities, excursions, and an exploratory workshop series delivered by skilled admissions professionals.

Your summer residential experience begins with orientation sessions, a campus scavenger hunt, and opportunities to meet with program staff and other participants. Activities and excursions are planned by UC Berkeley undergraduate Resident Assistants and Mentors (RAMs) and the program staff to help you build community with other students in your program, make the most out of your time at Berkeley, and prepare you for your future college experience.

Find courses to meet and challenge your desire to learn. Whether looking for the next set of courses beyond your high school offerings, exploring a possible college major, or seeking to try courses in an area of special interest, you can find it at Berkeley in the summer! Learn from and with the best, and our staff will work with you every step of the way.

Choose from courses offered in Session C (June 22 - August 15, 2025) and Session D (July 3 - August 15, 2025).

2. The Berkeley Pre-College Scholars: Summer Virtual Track Select courses that meet and challenge your desire to learn. Whether you’re looking for the next set of courses beyond your high school offerings, exploring a possible college major, or seeking to learn something new in an area of special interest, you can find it at Berkeley in the summer! Learn from and with the best, and our staff will work with you every step of the way. Note that not all courses offered in-person are available virtually. The course description will indicate whether it is available online or not.

Read more about our program and student responsibilities. To learn more, we encourage you to attend one of our upcoming information sessions. 

3. The Berkeley Pre-College Scholars: Summer Commuter Track provides you with a community of hundreds of high school students who spend their time enjoying summer at Berkeley. Get involved in Berkeley campus-based courses, extracurricular activities, and college exploration workshops planned just for you. Take advantage of everything the campus has to offer while earning college credit.

Find courses to meet and ignite your desire to learn. Whether you are looking to challenge yourself by taking courses beyond your high school offerings, explore a possible college major, or you're ready to try classes in an area of special interest, you can find it all at Berkeley in the summer! Be prepared to learn from and with the best.

4.Berkeley Summer Non-credit Track:

This short-term, immersive residential track invites you to join an interactive learning environment while exploring what it means to be part of UC Berkeley. 

We are proud to offer high school programs that draw on the strengths of NYU’s various schools and colleges. Whether it’s by earning college credit or strengthening artistic or professional skills in an intensive workshop, students will experience life at NYU, firsthand. Many of our programs allow students to strengthen their academic portfolio, while others enhance performance and studio art experiences. 

Explore High School and Middle School Opportunities

NYU’s varied array of high school and middle school programs offer flexibility and options that can be tailored to your individual needs and schedule. We offer 6-week classes, 1-week classes, and everything in between!

Most residential programs are offered during the summer, however there are many opportunities to study at NYU on campus or online during the academic year. Application processes, requirements and deadlines are varied, as are housing and financial aid offerings.

• Academic year programs

• Summer programs

• Middle school programs

Digital Youth Ambassadors Program with Canada is a virtual leadership exchange program for Canadian youth ages 15-18 and adult educators. 

The program is sponsored by the Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs at the U.S. Department of State, with funding provided by the U.S. Government. The program is administered by World Learning in partnership with Fulbright Canada, with programmatic support from the U.S. Embassy in Ottawa.

The program provides full scholarships for 13 students and 2 adult educators from Canada to take part in an eight-week digital program, exploring civic education, digital leadership, and community service through online tools and platforms. The time commitment is 6-8 hours per week, including live sessions, recorded modules, social time, and digital homestays.

Please see attached announcements in English and French. Forward to any student interested in implementing a community service project and adults who enjoy mentoring students.

Click here for more information about Youth Ambassadors and click here to Apply today! 

Please email youthambassadors@worldlearning.org your inquiries and follow our Youth Ambassadors Facebook page for updates and student alum spotlights!

Drexel offers high school students a range of academic programs during the summer to explore what life in college is all about. Offering both residential and day options, your students can take advantage of Drexel faculty-led workshops, labs, facilities, and all the city of Philadelphia has to offer.

The Classes

At Drexel's Summer Institutes, students learn in state-of-the-art recording studios, securities trading labs, designer boutiques, salt marshes, and more. Your students are ambitious — at Drexel, we help them explore their interests and get a preview of college life.

The Teachers

Summer Institutes are led by Drexel University professors. Our faculty are successful artists, business leaders, practicing doctors, counseling professionals, computer programmers, engineers, and expert scientists. They're ready to teach your students what they've learned from working in their industries.

The Campus and Beyond

The college experience is more than just classes. At Drexel's Summer Institutes, students will make new friends, experience the life of an undergrad on campus, and explore the historic city of Philadelphia. With residential and commuting options, and programs that range in length from one to five weeks, school could be the most exciting thing they do all summer.

Read more about the Summer Institutes at Drexel University, including a complete list of programs, dates, and application instructions.