ACA is celebrating 32 years offering exciting teen summer programs including Study Abroad, Pre–College Enrichment, Teen Tours, Career Exploration & Mentorship Programs, Surf & Sports Camps, Community Service & Adventure Programs, and Camp-On–Campus Middle School Programs. From our premier U.S. programs to our celebrated international experiences, we are certain you‘ll love the electives, activities, excursions, and friendships that make an ACA summer truly unforgettable! ACA highlights include freedom-of-choice activity options, dining-on-the-town meal plans, weekend adventures that are always included, and college credits. With safety as our top priority, we use private transportation only and upscale accommodations in safe locations. ACA offers the most well-rounded, personalized teen programs available anywhere, ensuring a rewarding and enriching experience like no other!
Phone: 773-342-0200
Instagram: @acasummer
The Academies by Harvard Student Agencies
The mission of The Academies is to provide opportunities for high school students that transcend traditional classroom topics. We provide five in-depth disciplines for students to choose from: Finance, Government, Pre-Med, Coding, and Business. Through collaborative work with peers across the globe and access to trained Harvard instructors, renowned Harvard professors, and passionate Harvard mentors, we are dedicated to helping all students feel confident in navigating their futures.
Program Logistics: The Academies offer weeklong programs taking place from 9:00-5:00 from Monday through Friday. Programs will be taking place from June 2nd through August 8th, with the Fourth of July being an off week. Students apply for the programs & weeks that best suit their needs.
Application: The Academies application includes a required personal statement essay, then a choice of a supplementary essay, updated high school transcript, or both. Application deadlines occur every two weeks and spots are offered on a rolling basis.
Alexander Muss High School In Israel
Summer Session AMHSI Classic: Classic 6-week academic program, formally known as Foundations Israel, will take students on a 4,000-year journey throughout the History and Culture of Israel beginning with the Middle Bronze Age and ending with the Modern Middle East.
School Year Session Whether you choose the Spring or Fall, for a full Semester or a Mini-Mester, you have the opportunity to earn college credit and learn Israeli history.
Barnard Pre-College
Discover the vibrant world of learning with Barnard Pre-College Programs, where high school students transform into trailblazers. Immerse yourself in New York City's dynamic environment while engaging in academically rigorous and enriching courses ranging from STEM to the arts. Experience leadership through a feminist lens, develop innovative entrepreneurial skills, and explore cutting-edge societal and health issues. Join us for a summer of growth, exploration, and empowerment at Barnard College, where your journey to excellence begins! In Summer 2025, we are offering: our Pre-Baccalaureate Program, NextGen Leadership Institute, Health and Society Institute, Athena Summer Innovation Institute, and The Summer Food Institute.
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Program Dates: June 9 to July 18, 2025
Bentley's Pre-College Summer Program offers an immersive experience for high school juniors and seniors, providing a sneak peek into college life at a nationally recognized business university. With one-week courses in June and July, students can explore their academic interests, engage with the vibrant community, and learn from Bentley faculty and industry experts. Students can take courses online, as a commuter student coming to the Waltham MA campus or live in residence halls and eat all meal son campus. This program serves as an ideal opportunity for students to test drive the college experience, and no prior experience in academic subjects is required.
Programs Offerings:
Analytics Academy
Entrepreneurship and Innovation
Leadership
Sports Management
Wall Street 101
Boston College Experience
The BCE Two-Week Non-Credit Program is an academically intensive program open to rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors (ages 15* and older) and covers areas such as business and leadership, economics, history, government, history, philosophy, forensics, design thinking, and college and creative writing. There are select courses offered fully online asynchronously with no on-campus component as well.
*Students must be 15 years old by June 29, 2025
Session 1: June 30 – Friday, July 11
Session 2: July 14 – Friday, July 25
Session 3: July 28 – August 8
BLI is an award-winning STEM program for teens with programs in Medicine, Engineering, Science, and Business. Popular three-week research programs include Biomedical & Surgical Research, Forensics, Astrophysics, Finance, Marine Biology, Electronics & Robotics, and many more. Three-week programs are competitive admissions and research-based, with students completing independent research projects and earning certificates of completion to present when applying to colleges. One-week options such as Intro to Surgery, Forensics: True Crime, Architecture, and Investment Banking are also available. They're great for students who want to mix and match programs. Finally, BLI offers a full roster of Pre-High School programs for students in rising 6th to rising 9th grade, including Mini Med School, Pet Medicine, Crime Lab, Young Marine Scientist, and more. Day and overnight options are available for most programs. Campuses in Boston, Wellesley, Waltham, and Lexington - Monday-Friday, 9:00-3:30 with an extended day option at no charge. Check out videos here!
The pre-college programs at Boston University Summer Term provide students with rigorous and collaborative college life experiences that enable them to gain a strong sense of their personal and academic potential.
Here is a brief overview of our programs:
High School Honors is a six- or seven-week program in which students take Boston University undergraduate courses and earn up to eight transferable college credits. Students must be entering their junior or senior year of high school in fall 2025. Open to residential, commuter, and online students.
RISE Internship/Practicum is a six-week non-credit program in which students conduct university-level scientific research under the guidance of a faculty mentor or instructor. Students must be entering their senior year of high school in fall 2025. Open to residential and commuter students.
Academic Immersion (AIM) is a three-week non-credit program for students to focus intensively on a single academic topic that combines classroom work with hands-on experiential learning activities. This summer, we are offering four AIM tracks: Introduction to Experimental Psychology, Introduction to Medicine, Creative Writing, and Business. Students must be entering their junior or senior year of high school in fall 2025. Open to residential and commuter students.
Summer Challenge is a two-week program in which students take two non-credit seminars, from a selection of 19. They explore their interests, discover new ones, test academic boundaries, and immerse themselves in the college experience. Students must be entering their sophomore, junior, or senior year of high school in fall 2025. Open to residential students.
Summer Preview is a one-week non-credit program in which students explore one subject of interest while previewing the college experience. Students must be entering eight grade or their freshman or sophomore year of high school in fall 2025. Open to residential and commuter students.
Contact: summerhs@bu.edu | 617-353-1378
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Cardigan’s Summer Session offers a vibrant mix of academic and extracurricular activities designed to inspire and engage students. Mornings are dedicated to hands-on, experiential learning across diverse subjects, including ceramics, forensics, creative writing, coding, and wilderness survival, along with traditional offerings like SSAT Prep and English as a second language. Wallach, our innovative makerspace, serves as a hub for design, engineering, and creative arts, preparing students for academic success beyond the summer. With a low student-faculty ratio, classes are personalized to meet individual needs. Afternoons and evenings feature activities such as mountain biking, hiking, paddle boarding, tennis, drama, and model rocketry, all set against the stunning New Hampshire mountains. Students entering 10th grade can participate in our Leadership Program, focusing on teamwork, goal-setting, and mentorship, as they guide younger peers. Many students return year after year to reconnect with friends and deepen their bond with this special community. Parents frequently share stories of their children’s growth, independence, and self-confidence upon returning home.
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The Columbia Climate School in the Green Mountains offers you the chance to dive into climate science and sustainability while gaining an Ivy League experience! Join a global cohort of like-minded high school students for two transformative weeks in Vermont from June 29-July 11, 2025, where you'll learn from Columbia University experts and each other about the complexities of climate change and how to drive local climate action. You’ll be empowered to effect change in response to our warming planet and create meaningful solutions for your community and beyond.
Watch the mini-documentary “Empowering Youth to Lead Climate Solutions” and see how we're inspiring the next generation of changemakers.
Don’t wait for change — lead it!
Questions? Read our FAQs for additional information or contact our team at learn@climate.columbia.edu
Ready to take action? Apply now and become a climate leader!
Columbia University’s Pre-College Programs offer ambitious high school students an eye-opening opportunity to experience an Ivy League campus. These programs provide rigorous academics, real-world experiences, and prepare students for college life, immersed in the cultural richness of New York City.
World-Class Academics Taught by Experts. Students may choose from 16 subject areas, ranging from STEM and business to humanities and the arts. The programs’ renowned instructors bring real-world expertise to their teaching, offering students an in-depth understanding of complex topics. Each student will be challenged to explore the heights of their potential. They’ll be encouraged to think critically and solve problems in small class sizes that facilitate engaging discussions and provide personalized guidance.
New York City: A Global Classroom Through classroom field trips and extracurricular activities, students may explore iconic landmarks such as the Empire State Building, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Times Square, and visits to Wall Street and the United Nations, giving real insights into industries from finance to international diplomacy.
Preparing Students for College Life. Students learn how to balance academic demands with personal responsibility and develop essential skills for college success.
Programs available
NYC Residential & Commuter Summer
Online Summer
Academic Year Weekend
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Programs and Summer Camps in public speaking and debate in a traditional fun and engaging summer camp program; both day and overnight camp options.
Debate Camp has provided summer programming in debate, public speaking and Model United Nations simulation since 2002. Built by experienced educators, we believe in providing an academic enrichment opportunity to youth across Canada and the Northeastern United States via a set of exceptionally well-organized, safe and accredited summer camps. At Debate Camp, we provide a fun and inspiring space for youth to develop some timelessly-important skills; to hear opposing views and to confidently articulate their ideas well in the company of others.
True pre-college, overnight camp experience returns in 2024 with 1 week programs at Bowdoin College, Maine and Portsmouth Abbey, Rhode Island. Learn, develop or perfect your skills in parliamentary debate - - all ability levels welcome. Full program description and dates available online.
Transportation options from Boston - details available online.
Debate Camp will also be operating its popular 1 week / 5 day day in-person camp in 2 Boston locations; 8:30am - 3:30pm, with location details available.
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The Environmental Science Program is a unique summer program that lets students enjoy exploring the wilderness while learning about the science of the environment. Students have fun hiking, biking, canoeing, and backpacking. Trips include a 12-mile canoe trip on the Charles River, and expedition through the salt marshes and tidepools of the North Shore, hiking the Blue Hills and Mount Monadnock, and a three-day trip to Mt. Washington, the highest peak in the Northeast.
Students also participate in a hands-on environmental cleanup project, and are encouraged to return and become leaders in subsequent years.
We take up to 35 girls and boys who will be entering grades 7, 8, 9, or 10 in September. We are based at Bowen Elementary School in Newton.
For more information, contact Ben Martin, Executive Director at 617-447-9317 or email at contact@newtonenvisci.org
A five week academic enrichment program for middle and high school students ages 13 to 18.
Experience Exeter Summer where the focus is on learning through preparation, careful listening, discussion and collaboration. Courses are taught by experienced faculty using the Harkness Method, a philosophy based on student-led group discussion. Students develop the ability to direct conversations and their own learning. The program draws curious students from across the globe to Phillips Exeter Academy. These students embody a rich diversity of language, culture, religion, and race. Exeter Summer students enjoy full access to our beautiful campus and state-of-the-art facilities. The 673-acre campus is surrounded by fields, forests and a quaint New England town just 10 miles from the Atlantic Ocean and one hour north of Boston. Afternoons are devoted to a wide range of sports and our extensive performing arts program. Rounding out the fun are activities such as movies and games on the quads, a talent show and excursions off campus.
Access Exeter: Students currently in grades 7-8
Upper School: Students currently in grades 9-12
603-777-3488 or summer@exeter.edu
EXPLO is a unique, immersive summer program for 12-14 year-olds (grades 6-8) offering 2-week residential and day programs at Wellesley College. At EXPLO, you get to experience the world to find your spark. Custom-build your summer fun, from creative workshops to evening events, weekend trips, and more. Join a glow stick party. Go to Six Flags. Experience indoor skydiving. Try your hand at comedy. See what it’s like to be an aeronautical engineer. Play soccer (football) with friends from around the country—and world. See what it’s like to be a doctor, fashion designer, engineer, pastry chef, and more. When you come to EXPLO, you can be yourself. You find your people without even trying.
Spark your future. Shine bright. Founded in 1976 as a nonprofit startup out of MIT, EXPLO has brought together over 90,000 young people from 101 countries. Our alumni go on to do big things—they found startups like Instagram and nonprofits for climate resilience and youth empowerment, win Grammy and Tony awards, become influential NASA scientists, and more. When you get to try more, be more, and connect more, you feel different. You ARE different. Energized. Inspired. Motivated. Make big-picture discoveries. Have summer fun. Be all you. Be EXPLO.
Session 1:
Overnight: June 29 - July 12
Day: June 30 - July 11
Session 2:
Overnight: July 13 - July 26
Day: July 14 - July 25
Become prepared to take on the toughest challenges in your future with panache! Develop the skills that are critical to success in college and your career — and will impress the heck out of college and job recruiters.
Rapidly accelerate your development, working with exceptional peers in dynamic, challenging, and exciting projects that prepare you for a powerful college experience and a high-flying career, regardless of the role. Through hands-on challenges, presentations and feedback, reflection, and cognitive exercises, students improve their ability to perform in cognitively challenging future endeavors in school and work.
2024 participants highlighted that they improved most in the following areas:
Teamwork and leadership
Complex problem-solving and critical thinking
Communication and presentation
Adaptability, motivation, and grit
Learning from giving and receiving feedback
Residential at Boston University (Boston, MA), Summer 2025 2 Week Sessions:
June 15 – June 27
June 29 – July 11
July 13 – July 25
The course exists to give students an introduction to developing key attributes and increasing their rate of learning throughout their lives. Over these two weeks, students learn the answers to the following questions:
How does each key skill and attribute affect their performance and development?
How will they use these skills & attributes to succeed in the workplace?
What can they do in their own lives to most effectively grow stronger in these?
How can they increase their total rate of learning in any situation?
How can they iteratively explore and test what they are motivated and passionate about?
Students consciously practice and reflect on using these attributes throughout the course to accelerate their development for years to come.
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Genesis at Brandeis
Genesis at Brandeis is a 3-week pluralistic, academically-focused Jewish learning and identity-building summer precollege program for exceptional high school students (ages 15-18). Students engage in college-level learning, informal Jewish experiences and joyful Shabbat celebrations while making lifelong friends and living on a college campus.
One of the main goals of Genesis is to develop a strong Jewish teen community where all views and perspectives are valued, assumptions are challenged and differences are respected and appreciated. Students are responsible for creating Shabbat programming at Genesis, which provides a unique laboratory for our teens as they work together to create Shabbat experiences that offer something for everyone.
Gettysburg College Summer Programs
Join Gettysburg College’s community of passionate achievers this summer – on a campus where history and innovation intersect to shape the future – and experience the hands-on, immersive learning environment firsthand.
Gettysburg College is excited to offer several academic camp opportunities for high school students over the summer months. Subjects include psychology, creative writing, Eisenhower Institute's Civil Engagement or Civil War Era Studies.
Civil War Era Studies Camp: Enjoy historic Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, while studying the American Civil War History through lectures, field trips, and unique learning experiences. You will explore the circumstances leading to the war, investigate significant battles during the war, and explore the condition of the United States after the war.
Camp Psych: A window into how psychological science works. Get experience with psychology research in a fun, challenging, and engaging environment. Learn about cutting edge issues and research, while receiving an insider’s view of the field as well as preparation for college studies.
Eisenhower Institute’s Civic Engagement Camp: Built on the tradition of Dwight D. Eisenhower’s commitment to public service, this college-level program is designed for highly motivated high school students who have a passion for understanding the importance of civic engagement within the American political system. This experience presents student leaders with challenging academic questions, real-world situations, and exposure to—and close discussions with—subject matter experts.
Hurricane Island Center for Science and Leadership
We integrate scientific research and education on a Maine coastal island to develop leaders prepared to address environmental issues in a rapidly changing world. Hurricane Island programs embed students in experiences that leverage the art and practices of science as tools for leadership and social change. Through personal and group explorations, students explore their own strengths as transformative leaders who can address the sustainability challenges facing our world today.
Johns Hopkins Engineering Innovation Pre-College Programs
Johns Hopkins Engineering Innovation Pre-College Programs offer high school students who are passionate about math, science, and technology the power to engineer the future and earn college credit from our top-tier research university. This summer, tackle college-level engineering courses alongside creative and bright students worldwide through on-campus and online courses. Students experience what it’s like to participate in college-level lectures, learn to solve problems, test innovative theories, and ultimately think like an engineer.
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Landmark College
Landmarks College is the college for students who learn differently, including those with a language-based learning disability such as dyslexia, ADHD, autism, or executive function challenges. LC champions a strengths-based model and gives students the skills and strategies they need to achieve their goals. Landmark College offers bachelor’s and associate degrees; online programs including High School Dual Enrollment, College START for first-year students, and online associate degrees; a short-term Bridge Experience; summer programs for high school and college students; and professional development for educators.
Pre-college programs at Loyola Marymount University (LMU) allow motivated high school students to experience college life in an engaging two- or four-week format. These programs go beyond traditional summer school by offering transformative courses designed to challenge students' critical and creative thinking. Participants will explore their academic passions, grow as individuals, and understand what it means to be part of LMU’s community of scholars.
Academically, students will experience a taste of LMU’s nationally-ranked undergraduate programs, taught by expert faculty across 14 thematic subjects, including creative arts, entertainment, business, STEM, and liberal arts. With a focus on experiential learning, students gain a deeper understanding of the academic experience and future career opportunities in their field of choice. In addition to academic exploration, students can immerse themselves in the vibrant culture of Los Angeles, a city known for its creativity and diversity. Through course-specific field trips and extracurricular offerings – including a weekend trip to Disneyland - participants will engage with our iconic city, enriching their summer experience and expanding their understanding of the world.
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Lumos is for students who want to learn public speaking and debating, all the way from beginners to tournament competitors! Your child will gain valuable public speaking and critical thinking skills - and have fun too. For our debate programs, students spend the first week learning how to construct an argument, how to give a rebuttal, and how to engage in cross-examination. During the second week, students research and prepare for a specific camp debate topic that is different for each session. Meanwhile, our Public Speaking Programs have a stronger emphasis on everything from volume to body language, to posture, to tone. Students will write and develop an original Ted Talk presentation on a topic of their choice. We group students by age and experience to make sure that first-time beginners feel comfortable and have fun trying debate or public speaking for the first time. Watch video!
The National Student Leadership Conference (NSLC)
The National Student Leadership Conference (NSLC) was established to motivate young leaders toward careers that feel inspiring, impactful, and deeply purposeful. Our pre-college summer programs allow students to test out a college major while developing critical leadership skills, meeting professionals, and exploring prestigious university campuses.
Whether your child dreams of becoming a surgeon, a diplomat, or performing on Broadway, each of our hands-on programs is designed to fully immerse them in their passion and empower them to make confident decisions in their academic futures.
Take a look at our full list of 2025 Programs, Dates, & Locations, and be sure to check out our Frequently Asked Questions.
Experience is everything - and no one does it quite like NSLC.
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New England Innovation Academy
Join New England Innovation Academy (NEIA) this summer for this one-of-a-kind pre-college program with the #1 ranked College in Entrepreneurship, Babson college.
Designed to help ambitious high school students explore what it means to be entrepreneurial and prepare for what is next in the real world, this three-week boarding experience delivers the foundation for a successful career. Learn entrepreneurial thinking, problem-solving, and team-building—through classes, workshops, and networking experiences on NEIA’s unique campus with full time Babson professors. Students will also have the opportunity to visit innovation hubs, startup companies, and learn entrepreneurial mindset through real-world practitioners’ lens.
The program concludes with Rocket Pitches of innovative ideas (products, services, solutions) based on the UN Sustainable Development Goals with a clear market in mind. All students will receive a certificate of completion from the Babson Academy for the Advancement of Global Entrepreneurial Learning.
Students will also learn intimate deals about college application process with an expert College Counselor and experience firsthand what schools are really looking for by visiting the campuses and meeting with faculty.
Northfield Mount Hermon Summer
NMH Summer - Northfield Mount Hermon - July 5 to August 2, 2025
Prepare for high school, college, and beyond at NMH Summer, where learning meets passion, purpose, impact, and fun!
We offer two- and four-week sessions for grades 7 to 12 in a vibrant, welcoming community on our beautiful Massachusetts campus.
At NMH Summer, you’ll:
Select from over 100 courses for advancement, enrichment, or immersion.
Take part in STEM and AI classes, intensives and fellowships, arts and athletics, test-prep, our Spain-Morocco travel experience, and amazing excursions.
Get ahead for next year’s courses, fill in gaps, strengthen skills, prepare for college.
Build confidence working with supportive mentors.
Learn and play in our state-of-the-art facilities.
Make lifelong friends with students from around the world.
Opt for day-student, boarding with weekends at home or seven-day boarding options.
International students: Check out our globally respected English-Language Immersion Program, where you’ll have fun and enjoy memorable adventures while you build your English skills, fluency, cultural competence, and confidence in our inclusive, caring community.
Get a glimpse of life at NMH Summer - watch our video.
Join us — apply now!
NuVu
Whether you are in middle school or high school, get ready for a NuVu Summer Program brimming with thrilling explorations and discoveries. Our mission is to empower the next generation of young designers, entrepreneurs, makers, and inventors who will impact their communities and world through their work and ideas.
After a three-year pause due to the pandemic, we're reintroducing our popular NuVu at MIT Design Studios summer program for high schoolers in addition to continuing our middle school summer program at the NuVu Innovation School. With a lineup of 21 fresh and dynamic studios spanning our middle and high school programs, get set to dive into an array of captivating new topics.
NuVu is a place where young students grow their spirit of innovation, use their curiosity and creativity to explore new ideas, and bring their concepts to life through our design process and NuVu’s own unique digital platform.
Our expert coaches will help students dive into hands-on learning through a variety of interdisciplinary design-based studios to create real-world projects. Our topics range from automotives, games, AI, art, design, biotech, engineering, robotics, science, technology, to many more!
The Summer 2024 Program at NuVu takes place over 3 sessions.
Each session is two weeks long, with a variety of unique studios to choose from.
Contact summer@nuvustudio.org or 617.945.7716 for more information
Check out our NuVu Summer At A Glance video
Oxbridge Academic Programs
For more than 35 years, Oxbridge Academic Programs has organized a range of 1-, 2-, and 4-week pre-college programs in Oxford, Cambridge, Paris, Barcelona, and New York for bright and enthusiastic students aged 13 to 18. With Oxbridge, students can spend their summer meeting other students from all over the world and learning about another culture, all while immersing themselves in a subject that fascinates them. The courses are taught by top academics and industry professionals, and are designed to be hands-on and experiential, making the most of the cities in which they are taking place. We offer about 150 different course options across our programs; anything from Business to Zoology, via Engineering, Medicine, or Language Immersion.
Please join us for an online information session, or contact our admissions office at +1-212-932-3049 to learn more!
Putney Student travel
As a family-run organization since 1951, we offer experiential programs for middle and high school students in 30+ countries with the following areas of focus:
· Service – Meaningful connections with people of different cultures through service projects
· Exploration – Immersion and adventure in the landscapes and cultures of a place
· Language – Spanish and French language immersion abroad
· Career – Hands-on experiences to inspire and inform future career paths
· Pre-College – Field-based programs at home and abroad with college-style seminars
In addition to our educational travel programs, Putney collaborates with some of the world’s most esteemed universities and institutions to create specially designed programs for students interested in history, conservation, and culture; climate, equity, and public health; business, the arts, and more. Our collaborations include Oxford Academia, Harvard Chan C-Change Youth Summit, Columbia Climate School and Smithsonian Student Travel.
Need-based scholarships are available for Putney Student Travel, Harvard Chan C-CHANGE Youth Summits, Columbia Climate School, and Oxford Academia programs (in Oxford, Paris, and Siena). Application details and deadlines are available on their respective websites.
Whether in-person or online, join RISD this summer to build your portfolio and develop as an artist and individual!
At RISD Pre-College, our five-week residential summer immersive, rising high school juniors and seniors can live like a RISD student and work alongside hundreds of other creative, highly motivated students who will inspire them to push their limits and produce their best work. You’ll participate in courses led by reputable teaching artists, learn to manage time and self-motivate and develop concepts, sketches, and finished pieces. Leave with a portfolio that can be a major asset in your college application. In addition to foundation courses in drawing, design, and critical studies in art, you'll choose a major, which will allow you to explore a field of design or art that already interests you, or take the opportunity to try something new.
Can't make it to campus this summer? Rhode Island School of Design's Advanced Program Online is a year-round online intensive. This immersive online experience is designed for those interested in pursuing art and design in college and want to learn best practices in developing their work. We call on creative young people to access a more ‘flexible mindset’—applying art and design methods to chart new territories of creation and problem-solving. Students shake up the ‘traditional’ ways of making, encourage full-blown experimentation and fresh, forward-thinking that leads to real innovation.
Connect: Instagram | Facebook | Youtube | TikTok
Contact: precollege@risd.edu
Rosetta Institute of Biomedical Research
We offer a variety of workshops on molecular medicine for high-achieving high school and middle school students interested in pursuing careers in medicine or related fields, such as biomedical research, drug development, pharmacy or nursing. Camps are offered in summer and winter and there are online and in-person options available.
Workshops are taught by PhD-level instructors with years of research and teaching experience. Through engaging lectures and hands-on laboratory classes, students learn normal molecular and cellular biology, and then learn how these normal processes are disrupted or distorted during the development of disease. In addition, there is a heavy emphasis on experimental design, modern drug development, and the emergence of the era of personalized medicine. To conclude the workshop, students use what they have learned to create an original research project on a gene or molecular process of their choice. More broadly, workshop attendees strengthen their academic skills, build their college portfolio, and explore potential career options while making friends from around the world and experiencing college dorm life in a safe environment.
Our university-based workshops are held at UC Berkeley, UC San Diego, Columbia University, and University College London, and both residential and commuter options are available. University-based workshops include Molecular Neuroscience, Molecular Biology of Cancer, AI-Enhanced Bioinformatics, Developmental Biology, Molecular Biology of Aging, Molecular Immunology, and Bioinformatics of Cancer. Biomedical Research – a workshop focused on learning modern molecular biology laboratory techniques, is taught at our lab in Alameda, CA.
Our online workshops include Introduction to Cellular and Molecular Medicine, Medicinal Chemistry and Medical Bioinformatics. Intro to Cellular and Molecular Medicine is our entry-level workshop that is only two hours/day. Students in the Medicinal Chemistry and Medical Bioinformatics workshops learn how to use online tools to analyze biochemical data.
Russian School of mathematics - after school math program
RSM is an award-winning, afterschool math enrichment program. Students in grades K-12 can choose from a variety of online math courses including those that will reinforce their knowledge and prepare them for the upcoming school year or math competition courses that will provide them with additional challenges. Test prep courses including SAT I, SAT II, ISEE, and more are also available. All courses are taught in a live, interactive, virtual classroom setting in a 6-week summer session. Hybrid and in-person courses may also be available; please inquire with our office for more information.
Schedule a free 30-minute math evaluation to learn more about how our classes have helped thousands of students. 14 locations in Massachusetts.
Visit our website. Watch our video Call us: 855.MATH.855
Remarkable Results: For over two decades, RSM students have consistently posted remarkable scores on standardized tests and in national and international math competitions. But achieving top test scores is just one of the benefits of RSM’s program. RSM students also see higher grade point averages in school, more confidence, and a strengthening of problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
MASSACHUSETTS BRANCHES OF RSM ARE NOW FULLY ACCREDITED BY THE WESTERN ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOLS AND COLLEGES. The Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) is a world-renowned accrediting association and one of the six regional accrediting agencies in the United States.
Sea Education Association (SEA) offers immersive high school, pre-college, and gap/first year programs that combine hands-on learning experiences in marine science, sailing, and environmental studies. These programs are designed to provide students with experiential learning opportunities that foster a deeper understanding of the ocean and its ecosystems. Choose from a shore-based field program on our campus in Woods Hole, Massachusetts on beautiful Cape Cod, or an at-sea voyage aboard one of our sailing research vessels in either the Atlantic or Pacific. At SEA, there’s an adventure with a purpose waiting for every student interested in exploring the marine environment through hands-on, experiential, and community-based learning. Programs are open to current high school students as well as graduating seniors.
Contact: admissions@sea.edu
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Start your SCAD journey early with a pre-college program! Explore new avenues of artistic development and spark your imagination at The University for Creative Careers. SCAD offers pre-college programs during the summer and throughout the year for high school students of all ages to pursue art and design disciplines while working alongside peers from all over the world — and offer ideal opportunities for artists at all levels to create, learn, and grow.
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SCHOOL OF FASHION DESIGN PRE-COLLEGE PROGRAM IN FASHION DESIGN
Our program, specifically for high school students, provides an introduction to the fashion design process, from conception to garment completion. The curriculum is a taste of SFD’s adult Certificate program and is taught by our expert faculty. If you are interested in fashion and sewing as a hobby or are considering post-secondary fashion degree programs, this is the program for you!
Our curriculum is designed to take you from design to finished product with no prior experience necessary. In the mornings, students in our sketching classrooms will create a mood board of inspiration and fashion plate illustrations of an original garment collection. Following a lunch break, students then go to our sewing and pattern making workrooms and create a fashion garment from a commercial pattern.
Students will learn:
How to take measurements
The safe and correct operation of an industrial sewing machine
Textiles and materials sourcing
Design development
Pattern manipulation
Sewing and garment construction skills
Design theory
Fashion terminology
Inspiration sourcing
Fashion garment sketching
“My daughter thoroughly enjoyed this summer’s class and had so many positive things to say about her experience at the School of Fashion Design. She wore her dress when we went to see Hamilton on Broadway a few weeks ago! Thank you for creating a stellar program for the young fashion enthusiasts in Boston.”
— Twyla, parent of 2023 summer participant
Our summer program explores topics in journalism, media, technology, arts, culture, sports, fashion, business and more. Courses are taught by reporters, editors and other industry experts who have an insider’s knowledge of the terrain and will guide you to out-of-the-way places and unique experiences. We translate the knowledge and practices of The New York Times into educational experiences for diverse learners. We encourage analytical curiosity while helping students sharpen important life skills and values such as equity, critical thinking, information literacy and the pursuit of truth.
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Spend Two Weeks in New England this Summer at Smith!
Explore STEM, Creative Writing, Women and Gender Studies, Sustainability and more – all while experiencing the energy of Smith College in Northampton, Massachusetts. Dates vary between July 5-August 2, 2025. Learn more and apply on smith.edu/summer.
🌟 Program Highlights 🌟
- Small, interactive classes with topics you won’t find in high school
- No grades, no tests, no credits – just pure learning and exploration
- Supportive staff and faculty who are here to guide you through your experience
- Access to Smith’s Campus: Explore the brand-new Neilson Library, enjoy the art museum, botanic garden, and acres of scenic spots
Applications open Dec. 10, 2024, with an early application deadline of February 1, 2025. Financial aid deadline is Mar. 1, 2025.
Have questions? We’re here for you every step of the way – just reach out to us at summerprecollege@smith.edu. We can’t wait to see you at Smith!
Stevens Pre-College Summer
Find Your Future at Stevens
Stevens' immersive Pre-College Summer Residential Program allows you to live on campus and get a taste of college life while taking part in challenging academic courses. This experience includes hands-on learning, extracurricular activities and the chance to engage with Stevens faculty and peers from around the world.
What distinguishes our Pre-College Programs from others?
Engaging with state-of-the-art technology
Exploring a potential major
Collaborating with our exceptional faculty
Building connections with like-minded individuals
Learning valuable new skills
Watch our video here!
Summer Springboard
Summer Springboard offers college-bound teens a unique and enriching experience where they dive deep into specific subject areas guided by creative, dynamic instructors, engaging professors, and seasoned professionals. Proudly partnered with esteemed institutions such as Yale University, UC Berkeley, Oxford, Georgetown, UCLA, UC San Diego, Fordham, Simmons, and others, Summer Springboard provides students with a taste of life on major campuses in locations like New York City, Boston, Los Angeles, and San Francisco. Each campus is carefully chosen for its outstanding academic excellence, safety, and comfort, inspiring students to reach their full potential.
Our programs seamlessly blend hands-on learning, exciting excursions, career shadowing, and expert instruction, particularly in the medical field. Founded with the mission to create a supportive environment for college-bound teens to explore both personal and academic passions, Summer Springboard's Pre-College summer programs offer a unique combination of academic challenge, personal leadership development, and self-discovery. Join us for an innovative summer experience at some of the nation's leading colleges and universities, setting the stage for a future of academic and personal success.
The Story School is an educational nonprofit live-action role-play summer camp located in the woods of Nature’s Classroom in Charlton, MA. A trained staff of educators, game designers, and counselors immerse campers ages 8 - 18 in a an epic adventure story pulled from history, mythology, and literature. By day, our campers become heroes battling fantastical monsters, solving interactive STEM puzzles, and applying roleplaying skills to level up and save the world. By night, our campers play board games, gather around campfires, and build crafts with their roommates forging friendships that last a lifetime. In an open community embracing neurodiverse and LGBTQ+ campers, The Story School weaves together social education, leadership training, and hands-on learning into the fabric of our fantastical adventures. Spend your summer in a story and discover the hero within!
Check out our video here!
Summer Discovery
Summer Discovery has more than 55 years in the summer experience industry and has provided superior pre-college programs for 40+ years. Today, we’re the leading pre-college experience provider for middle and high school students from around the world! In partnership with prestigious universities across the US and the UK, we deliver university-curated, transformative on-campus academic and extra-curricular opportunities. In addition, Summer Discovery offers gifted academic summer programs through Summer Institute for the Gifted (SIG). As a leader in gifted education since 1984, SIG provides residential and day academic summer programs for gifted, academically talented, and creative students ages 6-17.
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Syracuse University Summer College Program
Description:
For 65 years, Syracuse University Office of Pre-College Programs has been providing high school students with the opportunity to explore potential college majors and careers in its renowned pre-college programs. Students not only learn what it’s like to be a college student, but they leave the program feeling confident, enthusiastic and ready for college.
Summer College offers over 100 college-level courses with various areas of study including: art & design, architecture, business, film, photography, engineering, computer science, health sciences, sport studies, theater, music, and more!
Here is a brief overview of our summer programs:
Summer College – On Campus: Experience life as a college student on the Syracuse University campus. You’ll take a college-level course, live in a residence hall, have meals in a dining hall, and participate in field trips, activities and events on campus with other high school students from around the world. On campus courses are either one, two, three or four weeks in length and can either be college credit or noncredit courses.
Summer College – Online: Online pre-college students can explore college majors and pursue academic interests from anywhere in the world with internet access. Live classes and a welcoming and supportive community allow students to make connections in an enriching online environment. Online courses are either three or six weeks in length and can either be college credit or noncredit courses.
Summer College – On Location: On Location pre-college students have the opportunity to take a course through Syracuse University’s Los Angeles academic center or Syracuse University’s academic center in New York City. On location courses are either one or three weeks in length and are all noncredit courses. Summer College - On Location is a commuter program, housing is not provided.
Discounts and Financial Aid are available.
Interested in attending an online information session? Sign up here!
Contact: sumcoll@syr.edu | (315) 443-5000
Join the UConn Pre-College Summer community where we provide high school students educational opportunities to explore, create, and pursue their passions through a residential summer program. Students enroll in a course taught by UConn faculty or industry professionals, participate in exploratory workshops intended to help students prepare for college both academically and socially, and engage in social activities designed to assist with the transition to college. Get a taste of what college life is like, before college, at the University of Connecticut, Storrs campus.
Ease the transition and find your interests from over 30 courses in Fine Arts, Digital Media, STEM, and Social Sciences!
UMass Amherst Summer Pre-College
UMass Amherst Summer Pre-College offers 25+ residential and online academic intensives for rising high school sophomores, juniors and seniors in the sciences, humanities and arts. Our programs feature faculty-led courses, unique lab research opportunities, and the #1 ranked campus dining in the U.S. Explore potential majors while working with UMass faculty, and experience life as a UMass student. Topics include sport management, engineering, architecture, animal science & much more.
Contact: precollege@umass.edu | (413) 577-2112
UNAGB’s summer institutes in global leadership
The United Nations Association of Greater Boston’s Summer Institutes in Global Leadership offer week-long programs where students learn about global issues, build skills for life and leadership, and collaborate with students from across the world using Model UN as a vehicle for experiential learning.
Throughout each week, students will:
Learn about the week’s thematic topic from our stellar staff and internsParticipate in public speaking and negotiation activitiesMeet expert guest speakersPractice working collaboratively on complex global issuesStep into the role of a diplomat during Model UN simulations
Our weekly thematic topics for Summer 2024 will be:
When: Week-long programs in June, July, and August. Students are encouraged to attend multiple weeks! (Visit our website to view the specific dates by program topic) Programs run 9am-3pm ET (this is a day program only).
Cost of program: $795 per student per week (scholarships are available – see website for details)
Questions: Please contact us! Call 617-209-9877 or email info@unagb.org
The University of Rochester’s Pre-College Programs offer current high school students a wide range of academic programs and a true sense of college life.
By exploring the flexible Rochester Curriculum, students learn what they love while trying something new, together with peers from all over the world.
No matter which program you choose, you’ll learn new things, make lifelong friends, and have a summer you won’t forget.
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WashU Arts & Sciences Pre-College Programs
Continue on your path of academic discovery this summer at Washington University in St. Louis! Our programs in the humanities, social sciences, mathematics, and natural sciences offer motivated students the opportunity to challenge themselves in a supportive and encouraging atmosphere. Credit and noncredit programs as well as residential, commuter, and online options are available so students can choose the experience that best fits their academic interests and summer schedule. Our programs are ideal for students to discover their passions, explore academic interests, and prepare for college success.
We welcome students from across the country and around the world to apply. In addition to coursework, students participate in enrichment programming designed to support the development of important college readiness skills. All of our programs are taught by WashU affiliated instructors and scholarship assistance is available.
For additional details on our programs, including application deadlines and requirements, please visit our website or contact us at precollege@wustl.edu.
Wentworth Institute of Technology's Pre-college Programs
Description: The Wentworth Pre-College Programs offer a diverse range of immersive summer experiences for high school students to explore STEM fields, design, engineering, and more. These programs combine hands-on learning with real-world applications to build critical skills and help students discover their passions.
ImpactLab: A dynamic two-week residential program for rising juniors and seniors, where participants live on Wentworth’s campus and dive deep into disciplines across science, engineering and design. Providing them with the opportunity to try on a major before college begins.
Momentum: This exciting pre-college exploratory program for students entering grades 9-10 provides an interdisciplinary approach to science, engineering, and design, allowing participants to explore various career pathways while developing essential skills for the future.
SummerFAB: A four-week commuter program focused on the built environment, where high school students collaborate with Wentworth faculty and architecture students to design and construct community-driven solutions to local challenges.
Each program provides a unique opportunity to engage with hands-on learning and real-world projects, while fostering connections with peers and mentors in a collaborative, creative environment. For more information about our program and how to apply, please visit wit.edu/precollege. If you have any questions, please email us at precollege@wit.edu.
Wheaton Pre-College
Wheaton Pre-college is where your interests and ideas meet academic excellence. In this 4-week experience, you’ll collaborate with expert faculty, engage in hands-on learning through cutting-edge labs, studios, and athletic facilities, and create lasting friendships during workshops, trips, and activities. This transformative experience is designed to help you pursue your aspirations and prepare for your academic future.
Get started on creating your unique pathway by choosing one of the following:
Student Experience: Immerse yourself in academics by choosing two courses in a single subject area or explore your curiosity in two different disciplines.
Athlete Experience: Join the only program in the United States to offer students the opportunity to train with NCAA coaches while also taking one college-level course.
Courses in Social Sciences, STEM and the Arts: Whether you’re passionate about Psychology and Law, AI and Innovation, Health and Life Sciences, or Communicating Creatively, our 2025 courses offer a dive into areas of interest or the opportunity to explore new fields and satisfy your curiosity.
The Athlete Experience offers a preview of college-varsity life, helping students understand how to balance academics, athletic responsibilities and social activities. In addition to training in their sport, students develop skills in leadership, teamwork and also learn how to navigate the college recruiting process.
Sports offered in 2025 include: Volleyball, Distance Running, Swimming, Tennis, Fencing, Lacrosse (women's), Field Hockey (women’s), Artistic Swimming or Strength and Conditioning (relevant to any sport).
All students are welcome - whether you’re passionate about pursuing sports in college or simply looking to improve your athletic performance while advancing your academics. Please see the sports descriptions on our website for specific qualifications.
A Personalized and Well-rounded College Experience
We’re committed to providing students a unique and well-rounded college experience that’s both fun and challenging. The Pre-College program includes flexible options to fit your interests and goals along with supportive programming to support student success:
Residential or Commuter Options: Students can live on campus or commute from home or a nearby location.
College Credit or Non-Credit Courses: Whether students want to earn credit toward their future college degree or just explore a subject, you have the flexibility to choose.
College Life Workshops: Participants engage in College Life Workshops on topics such as Time Management and Essay Writing for College Applications in preparation for their college journey.
Weekend trips and Activities: It’s not all academics and training - students enjoy trips to local attractions, cultural excursions, and activities round out your experience, giving students the opportunity to expand their social skills and make new friends.
Culmination Day: The program concludes with the final day dedicated to students. We look forward to welcoming your students to Wheaton College in 2025, where they can embark on a transformative journey into the world of higher education!
Our supportive staff is available to learn more about your goals and passions and help you develop the pathway to achieve them.
Applications are now open! Apply early, space is limited. Early Bird Discount Ends February 3, 2025.
Join our mailing list for updates and announcements. Students can also use this form to sign up for an academic advising session, to help connect the dots on your areas of interest and relevant paths forward.
Worcester Polytechnic Institute Summer Programs
WPI is offering three summer programs focused on building STEM networks, exploring cutting-edge technology, and hands-on learning. Participants will connect with peers globally and WPI community members while engaging in classroom and lab projects
Launch - Grades 9-11
Launch is a 1-week commuter program, taught by WPI faculty and TAs, immersing students in a college experience. Students will engage in hands-on activities, use high-tech lab equipment and computer software, and gain insight into career applications.
Frontiers - Grades 10-12
Our Frontiers program is a non-credit, two-week residential program. Students will meet students from across the globe with similar interests, they’ll sample a STEM major and humanities, arts, or business minor, engage in a college readiness program, and explore what the campus has to offer outside of the classroom.
College Credit Jumpstart - Grades 11 & 12
Our Jumpstart program is for credit, a 5-week fully virtual program that gives students the opportunity to get a jumpstart on their college career. Students earn college credit alongside our undergrad students. Courses are five weeks in length and are offered asynchronous or live virtual. Depending on your student’s schedule and time zone, you might find that asynchronous is a better fit.
Relevant details about all three programs: Launch, Frontiers, and College Credit Jumpstart, are covered in the summer 2025 on-demand session.
WPS SUMMER LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE
Embark on an extraordinary adventure this summer with the WPS Summer Leadership Institute—an empowering three-week program designed to ignite the passions and leadership potential of high school students!
Program Dates: July 8 - July 26, 2024, 9 AM to 4PM
Location: Our T-accessible campus in Newton Centre
Experience Beyond Ordinary:
Immersive, hands-on experiences
Visits to cutting-edge institutions like an MIT maker space
Dynamic engagements with experts in engineering, biotech, social innovation, and more!
Skills That Transform:
Hone skills in entrepreneurship
Master the art of digital storytelling
Develop networking and influencing prowess
Immediate Impact:
Upon completing the WPS Summer Leadership Institute, gain access to the exclusive WPS Innovation Everywhere Internship program.
Receive funding and skill development
Incubate your revolutionary ideas
Contribute to existing programs under the guidance of seasoned area experts
The WPS Institute is a non-profit organization committed to transforming learning and empowering students through innovative educational programs. Learn more about our programs at wpsinstitute.org.