Bentley University Pre-College Program
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
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!
BOSTON UNIVERSITY SUMMER TERM PRE-COLLEGE PROGRAMS
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 2024. Open to residential, commuter, and online students.
RISE Internship/Practicum is a six-week non-credit program in which students conduct scientific research in a university lab under the guidance of a faculty mentor or instructor. Students must be entering their senior year of high school in fall 2024. 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 2024. 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 20. 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 2024. 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 2024. Open to residential and commuter students.
Contact: summerhs@bu.edu | 617-353-1378
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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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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
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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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 and creative writing— learn more about our summer programming here! Additional information technology camps, including 3D printing and robotics, returning to campus in 2023.
Young Writers Workshop: Enjoy a college-level creative writing experience. Through seminars and workshops develop your unique writing voice and write your own story – poetry, fiction, nonfiction, and writing for stage and screen. All seminars and workshops are taught by senior Gettysburg College creative writing faculty , who are actively publishing writers with multiple books.
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 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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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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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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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.
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 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
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.
The Russian School of Mathematics
RSM is an award-winning, afterschool math enrichment program. Students in grades K-12 can choose from a variety of online math courses that will reinforce their knowledge and prepare them for the upcoming school year or math competition courses. Test prep courses including SAT I, SAT II, ISEE, 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 evaluation to learn about how our classes have helped thousands of students advance in math, even during these difficult times. 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. 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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The SRA Summer Project Sprint is your child's perfect introduction to scientific research. Our program is primarily hands-on, and students work together to complete a research/engineering project in topics ranging from computer science to biology to environmental engineering. While working on their projects students also learn foundational research skills like how to read research papers, design experiments, and analyze data - all powerful tools for their future. Our staff is made up of accomplished student researchers, who have several years of teaching experience, creating an engaging environment for students.
This program runs in-person at 2 Militia Drive, Lexington, MA from July 22-26, 8.30am-12pm, and is open to rising 6th to 9th graders.
Reach out here with any questions, we'd love to help!
This spring and summer, AI Academy is offering a hands-on introduction to AI for middle and high school students. We have beginner cohorts for students with no past experience as well as advanced cohorts for experienced students.
Students will learn Python coding and AI fundamentals and build an AI project applying these skills to a real-world problem based on their interest in Art, Finance, Healthcare or Robotics. Example projects include applying AI to self-driving cars, stock market indicator prediction and music recommendations.
Our instructors are experienced student researchers from elite schools like Stanford and Cornell (see bios). With small 5:1 student-teacher ratios, lessons are personalized to the student.
Our spring session runs from March 17th - May 26th - see here for more details or Contact Us
Parth @ AI Academy ( scifair.tech )
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
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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.
Phone- 516-447-4907
IG: @summerdiscovery
TikTok: @summerdiscovery
FB: @summerdiscovery
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 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
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.
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!
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.