URBAN ARTS GAME ACADEMY (UNPAID)

WHO: Students entering the 10th, 11th, and 12th grades in fall 2025 

WHAT: In our accelerated summer program, students learn the programming language C# to code their own video games with Unity3D and create their own art, music/SFX and narratives for their games. Then, in the fall, they'll be eligible to level-up to advanced programs and receive college access support. Last year alone, we helped our students earn over $7 million in college scholarships. 

SEE IT IN ACTION: NBC visited our summer camp to feature our program last year!!

WHEN: July 7-August 15, Monday-Friday from 10am-5pm

WHERE: At our learning lab near Union Square, or virtually on Discord

DEADLINE: May 1st

HOW: Our application process is simple and easy: Students join a brief info session then fill out our early application with a parent/guardian.

ARIAS TEEN SUMMER PROGRAM (UNPAID)

WHO:  Teens ages 14 - 17 in New York City

WHAT: ARAS is a unique archive of mythological and symbolic images from all over the world.

Our mission is to bring awareness to the power of symbolic images and the profound role they play in our lives today.

 ARAS is an intensive FREE two-week art program for teens ages 14 - 17 in New York City.

 Participants will:

* Create original works of art inspired by universal symbols

* Participate in virtual/in-person field trips to museums or galleries and artists' studios for inspiration

* Learn how to use libraries and archives

* Meet with working artist(s)

* Gain confidence as creative individuals and make lasting connections with teens from different schools

WHERE: 

WHEN: Mon. 7/7 - Fri. 7/18 (5 days a week; 2 weeks)

            Monday - Friday from 10 am - 4:00 pm (in-person)

DEADLINE TO APPLY:  May 1st, 2025

HOW:  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSca-G0ZDYctE3i_1SZNseO3eNth4egvRLAQxwN9eRj6LpNt8Q/viewform

ART DETECTIVES (PAID)

WHO: The Art Detectives is open to all NYC high schoolers currently in 10th or 11th grade, with preference given to students who can articulate an interest in the intersection of art and science/technology.

WHAT: Welcome! Art Detectives is a FREE program for NYC high school students that are interested in the arts and sciences! This summer course is a unique opportunity to study with a variety of museum conservators and scientists working in the fields of art conservation and cultural heritage science. Upon successful completion of the program students will receive a STIPEND. For all in-person gatherings, students will receive round-trip MTA cards and snacks. 

WHERE: 1071 Fifth Avenue New York, NY 10128 (at 88th Street)

WHEN: The Art Detectives Program will run from July 7-24, 2025, Mondays-Thursdays from 1pm-4:30pm (some additional meetings, extended days, or independent work may also occur). 

DEADLINE TO APPLY:  May 4th, 2025

HOW:  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1ArB_A51u3hoGiDuX0ceDuBs76iwKTKnpAs265D517_U/edit 

TECH360: INTRO TO AI SUMMER PROGRAM (PAID)

WHO: Currently in 10th or 11th grade attending a New York City (all 5 Boroughs) public high school

WHAT: America On Tech is excited to be hosting our FREE, 3-week hybrid program where you will learn about the fundamentals of Artificial Intelligence. This program will help you develop knowledge, skills, and mindsets for understanding AI. By exploring how generative and predictive AI tools are made, you will uncover best practices for using these tools confidently and effectively. Students who successfully complete the program will receive a $500 stipend! 

WHERE: n-person sessions held on 6/30 & 7/17 (Cycle 1) and 7/28 & 8/14 (Cycle 2) and will take place in Manhattan.

Student groups who place during the program's Preliminary Competition will be invited to present during the Final Demo Day Competition on August 21st. This will take place in-person in Manhattan.

WHEN: TECH360 meets Monday - Thursday from 11AM - 3PM - mostly on Zoom! You will be able to choose which cycle you participate in.

           Cycle 1: June 30 - July 17 

            Cycle 2: July 28 - August 14

DEADLINE TO APPLY:  May 4th, 2025

HOW:  https://americaontech.tfaforms.net/5044854