Pre-College & Summer Programs
Information for WBHS * Updated Jan. '24 by Mrs. Noelle Essig
Make it a Meaningful Summer
Hey Laker Nation! What are you doing this summer?
Consider spending time exploring a career interest by attending a summer program for high school students offered by a college or university. Programs vary in terms of intensity, cost, length and location. Colleges will host their summer programs on campus or virtually. We are including the links to many college programs offered throughout the US. Please note that there are many other colleges that offer Pre-College Summer programs not included in the list. You can do an internet search to find other programs as well.
While we encourage you to explore your options for summer experiences, and we help by collecting information for you, we cannot endorse any of the programs below. Many of these programs have early deadlines and fill up quickly. Scholarships are often available. This list is a work in progress as many schools add new offerings all the time!
Please also note that because many of these programs are "pay to play" type experiences, most of the time, they do not give a student an advantage when it comes to admission into the college. These are great opportunities to explore career interests, make connections, and experience a glimpse of college life. Spending your summer working or volunteering can also be an incredible way to build your resume and life experience.
If you have any questions, please contact Noelle Essig, College and Career Counselor at West Bloomfield High School.
Noelle Essig, M.A.
College and Career Counselor
West Bloomfield High School
DISCLAIMER
Every effort was made to provide correct information and deadlines. Due to the volume of programs, students should always refer to the program website for the most accurate information and for any changes.
The Joyce Ivy Foundation Opportunities for 10th and 11th Grade Female Students
Summer Scholars program provides scholarships for talented female high school students to participate in a summer academic program at some of the most rigorous and selective colleges and universities in the country.
Scholars receive a full or partial scholarship, based on demonstrated financial need, to cover tuition, room and board, travel expenses, and supplies. The Joyce Ivy Foundation works directly with our set of program partners to combine Joyce Ivy scholarships with additional financial aid provided by the summer program. The application for summer 2024 is now available!
Applicants are academically high-achieving students who will be entering 11th or 12th grade in Fall 2024.
Students need to apply by March 1st.
- Three Short Answer Essays (250 words)
- One Long Essay (650 words)
- Parent/Guardian Tax Forms (Form 1040) for the prior 2 years
- Official Copies of PSAT, SAT, or ACT scores, if applicable
- One Letter of Recommendation from a teacher or counselor
- Official High School Transcript
Perry Initiative-Women in Science and Engineering
The Perry Virtual Experience is a free, 2.5-hour, interactive online experience for high school and college-aged students who gender-identify as female or nonbinary and are interested in pursuing careers in orthopaedics and/or engineering. Participants will hear from women leaders in these fields and dive into online mock orthopaedic surgery simulations and biomechanics experiments.
Perry Outreach Program alumnae are welcome to register for a PVE session. If you are new to the Perry Initiative, participating in the PVE will not disqualify you from a POP at a later date.
How can I attend?
You are welcome to register for any session that works for your schedule, and you can find those on our upcoming program calendar. Please only register for one session. Sessions have limited capacity and will be filled first come, first serve. The unique registration link for each Perry Virtual Experience session can be found on the calendar event page.
When is PVE?
We offer 2-3 sessions of the Perry Virtual Experience monthly. Sessions are either Saturday morning, Saturday mid-day or weekday evening depending on your time zone. New events are added periodically, so if all sessions you see are currently full please check back soon for new events.
Before you register
Please check your schedule carefully before applying to the program. Applying to the program when you cannot attend takes a spot away from someone who was interested and available.
Make sure you have access to a stable internet connection on computer or laptop with a keyboard, camera, and Zoom capabilities ahead of time. Even though we cannot all be together in person, this will be an interactive experience and one that cannot be achieved on your cell phone.
Henry Ford Hospital Teen Volunteer Program
Check this page in early February for many different volunteer opportunities at multiple locations!
High School Programs | Volunteering at Henry Ford Hospital | Henry Ford Health - Detroit, MI
Princeton Prize in Race Relations
The Princeton Prize in Race Relations identifies and recognizes high school students who, through action and service, have demonstrated leadership in advancing racial equity, promoting racial understanding, or eliminating racial bias and prejudice in their schools and communities.
Prize recipients receive a cash prize of $1,000 and an all-expenses-paid weekend to a Symposium on Race at Princeton University, where they will meet and engage with other Prize recipients from across the country.
Prize recipients are recognized at ceremonies in their local regions by Princeton alumni.
PPRR operates through 28 Regional Committees and has an At-Large Regional Committee to support areas where we currently have no geographic presence. We are an alumni volunteer-run organization enlisting the support of over 450 Princetonians, all dedicated to an inclusive and supporting society.
Awards for Students Who Serve Their Communities
Summer is a great time to give back-why not get recognized for it as well? There are numerous awards for students at the state and national level for significant contributions to their communities! See the specific awards here: InnerView - National Community Service Awards
Summer in the City
Please check back for the 2024 sign ups and become a camp leader, volunteer, and more this summer. Summer in the City
Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp
2024 Sessions
Session 1:
June 26 – July 7
Grades 9 – 12 (Central Camp)
Grades 7 – 8 (Camp Bernstein)
Session 2:
July 10 – July 21
Grades 9 – 12 (Central Camp)
Grades 7 – 8 (Camp Bernstein)
Session 3:
July 24 – Aug. 4
Grades 7 – 9 (Central Camp)
Grades 5 – 7 (Camp Bernstein)
Session 4:
Aug. 7 – Aug. 18
Grades 7 – 9 (Central Camp)
Grades 5 – 7 (Camp Bernstein)
It starts here.
In June, Blue Lake will open its doors on a new season as the first campers arrive, meet their counselors, and pick out their bunks. They will reluctantly—or enthusiastically—say good-bye to their parents and go about the business of adjusting to a new experience, thriving in a creative environment, making new friends, and having fun at camp.
After fifty-seven years, Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp still provides a unique experience for its campers. Blue Lake’s impact on shaping young lives is defined by our past students and the thousands of dedicated counselors, staff, and faculty who have served Blue Lake since its inception. Our original mission to inspire young artists to achieve their potential has not wavered since our first day of camp in 1966. Now more than ever, the constant distraction of cell phones and social media pulls us away from focusing on the three dimensional presence of our lives. Blue Lake offers a much needed break for students to look up, get inspired, and discover their potential as individuals and artists.
We are pleased to continue our traditions in 2024 and look forward to meeting Blue Lake’s future alumni this summer.
College for Creative Studies Precollege Summer Experience
- Precollege Summer Experience
- Teen Courses
- Youth Courses
- Professional Automotive Modeling Certificate Programs
Summer at CCS: one of the smartest moves you’ll make
Summer 2024 – July 7 – 27
Our Precollege program helps you build your portfolio and prepare you for college. So step into something totally new — something you have never tried before, or enhance what you already know about your favorite subject. Choose a studio concentration and tackle a project. Study for three weeks and create a knock-out portfolio. You’ll meet new people, have the option to live on campus, learn from professionals, receive feedback from admissions counselors and participate in a final exhibition of student work. Through the CCS Precollege Summer Experience, you will earn 3.0 college credits, prepare college-level work, develop your interests and talent, and build your portfolio. The Summer Experience program is perfect for high school students who have completed freshman, sophomore, junior or senior year. Resident and commuter enrollment is available.
Select a Studio Concentration
2D Hand Drawn Animation
Blender 3D Modeling
Character Concept and Visual Development
Design 101
Fashion Design
Drawing Studio
Film and Photography
Graphic Design Concepts
Illustration
Painting, Ceramics and Metals
Transportation Design
2024 Registration Opens December 1, 2023
California College of the Arts
Programs & Courses
Immersive study for local and global learners
Scenes from CCA’s Pre-College program
Receive college-level instruction in a subject of your choice
Pre-College is an in-depth, immersive experience. Students select one subject area to focus on during the course of the summer, earning three college credits and portfolio-ready work at the end of the program. Class experiences blend discussion, instruction, and extensive hands-on practice. Students attending Pre-College in-person also visit San Francisco galleries, museums, and professional studios to deepen their exploration and connect with a wider art and design community.
Learn from dedicated professionals
CCA's Pre-College instructors are highly accomplished artists, architects, designers, and writers committed to sharing their professional insights and experiences with the next generation of creative practitioners. Most teach at the college level, including in CCA’s degree programs.
Explore in-person and online Pre-College studios
Animation
Animation (ONLINE)
Architecture
Comics
Fashion Design
Film
Game Arts
Graphic Design
Illustration & Drawing
Industrial Design
Interaction Design
Interior Design
Jewelry Making & Metal Arts
Painting & Drawing
Photography
Sculpture & Textiles
Applications open in September
Apply to Pre-College
Pre-College applications are open September 15 through February 19 and submitted on CCA App, our online application portal. For full details, read Apply to Pre-College.
Apply for Pre-College scholarships
Need-based scholarships and a limited number of highly competitive merit scholarships are available. Scholarship applications are open September 15 through February 19 and submitted on SlideRoom. For full details, read CCA Pre-College Scholarships.
Review detailed instructions, see dates and deadlines, and apply now
Contact us anytime
We believe creativity is a lifelong experience that expands the potential of communities and individuals alike. How can we help you find your creative voice through art and design? Email YouthPrograms@cca.edu.
Helpful Pre-College resources
Frequently asked questions
Application process
Policies
Cleveland Institute of Art (CIA)
http://www.cia.edu/continuing-education/pre-college
What is Pre-College?
During Pre-College, creative students will experience life at a college of art and design, while building their portfolio, and learning from top professionals, all while earning college credit.
Each two-week session is open to high school students currently in grades 9 through 12. Classes fill quickly.
Prepare for your creative future.
CIA's Pre-College program is the perfect way to see if a college of art and design is right for you. Spend each day immersed in our state-of-the-art studios while working alongside students who share your passion.
There's never been a better time to pursue a career in art and design. From the interfaces of the apps we use, to the spaces we live in—creative people are paid to imagine and produce most of the things around us.
Learn something new, or focus on what you love.
Taught by experts in the field, our courses are designed for students with talent, but not necessarily experience in each discipline, so feel free to explore something new.
You'll take one course per session. Can't decide on one? Stay for both sessions and take two!
Session 1: July 7–19, 2024
Session 2: July 21–August 2, 2024
Craft + Design: Ceramics, Glass, Jewelry + Metals
Foundation in Observational Drawing
Product Design: Concept to Creation
Learn More
Interlochen Art Camps
http://camp.interlochen.org/summer-arts-programs#sthash.kHFptCZQ.dpuf
Interlochen Arts Camp Programs
Why Interlochen Arts Camp
Here, you’ll do what you love best all day long — in the most beautiful place imaginable.
Our students experience all the fun of summer camp — from cabin games and activities to enjoying the sun and exploring the great outdoors — all while practicing, performing, and making art. Perfect your skills and learn new ones alongside soon-to-be lifelong friends.
Interlochen Arts Camp Programs
We offer a diverse selection of summer camp programming and education in seven arts disciplines: creative writing, dance, film and new media, interdisciplinary arts, music, theatre, and visual arts.
NYU Film and Acting
https://www.nyu.edu/admissions/high-school-and-middle-school-programs.html
Experience NYU
Whether you’re looking to build your academic portfolio, earn college credit, hone your talents, or boost your preparedness for college, middle and high school students can explore exciting opportunities to experience the dynamic learning environment at NYU. You’ll learn from NYU faculty while forming lasting connections with students from across the U.S. and around the world who share your passion and curiosity.
Start exploring our high school and middle school opportunities to find an NYU program that's right for you.
Explore Programs for High School Students
Explore Programs for Middle School Students
Explore Your Passions, Find Your Future
Choose from more than 50 unique programs that fit your academic interests, goals, and schedule. NYU offers immersive academic experiences for students grades 5–12 during the summer and throughout the academic year spanning everything from weekend workshops to 1- to 2-week intensive programs through 6-12-week courses.
Build connections and gain first-hand experience that will help you chart exciting academic pathways, wherever they may lead.
Pratt Institute
https://www.pratt.edu/continuing-and-professional-studies/precollege/summer-precollege/
Discover your creative passion, build friendships, and find your place at Pratt in this immersive college-level program.
Spend the summer on Pratt’s Brooklyn campus in intensive art, design, architecture, or creative writing courses, informed and inspired by the backdrop of New York City. During this four-week full-time program, students develop conceptual and technical skills; and create portfolio pieces for college admission, while earning elective college credits.
Join high school students from diverse backgrounds and develop your creative passions into potential career paths while building friendships, and enjoying Pratt’s beautiful Brooklyn campus this summer.
Dates, Deadlines & Costs
Registration for Summer 2024 is now open.
Dates and Deadlines
In-Person ProgramMonday, July 8 – Friday, August 2, 2024
Priority Application DeadlineMarch 1
International Student Application DeadlineApril 1
Extended Application DeadlineMay 1
Extended Deposit DeadlineMay 1
Payment DeadlineJune 1
Costs
Tuition–4 undergraduate college credits**
(PreCollege Summer tuition is discounted 38% per credit of undergraduate tuition rate ) $4,613
Application Fee*$50
Program Deposit* **$600
Activities Fee*$475
Housing$1,390
Meal Plan$693
*Non-refundable.
**Program deposit is applied toward tuition.
After the above deadlines, students may be admitted if space remains in the selected course(s).
Your registration will be entered into Pratt Institute’s database around mid-April, at which time you will receive a bill to be paid upon receipt.
Note: Costs exclude course materials, local travel, and incidentals. Materials can range between $200-$400 depending on the course of study. Limited scholarship awards are available through the PreCollege program.
Program Schedule
The Summer PreCollege program at Pratt is a full-time academically rigorous program. Attendance is required for all class sessions.
Summer PreCollege students each take two intensive studio courses, offered in a variety of disciplines. These hands-on classes provide exploration of the diversity of majors available at Pratt. Most classes are taught by Pratt faculty using state-of-the-art equipment, studio spaces, and classrooms across campus. Courses provide an introduction to Pratt’s undergraduate curriculum and equip students with elective college credits which are typically accepted at most colleges and universities. The program culminates into a Final Exhibition where students showcase their work to friends, family, and the Pratt community.
Residential students’ immersion experience on Pratt’s beautiful Brooklyn campus includes supplementary academic and/or cultural activities, such as after-class studio hours guided by Pratt degree students serving as Studio Mentors for completing class assignments; museum trips accompanied by Pratt degree students serving as Cultural Mentors; and portfolio development sessions led by Pratt Admissions Counselors for college application. Students can also book one-on-one portfolio reviews with Pratt admissions counselors during their time on campus. Upon completion of the PreCollege Program, students will have developed portfolio pieces toward their college application to the art, design/architecture college of their choice.
Participation in most weekend and evening activities along with a nightly curfew are mandatory for residential students. During class breaks and scheduled flex times students can enjoy the beauty of Pratt’s campus and explore New York City while following safety and wellness protocols.
Commuter students may attend studio hours sessions or anticipate spending an equal amount of time completing homework at home. Some assignments require special tools that cannot be accessed outside of the scheduled studio times on the evening and weekends and cannot be completed at home.
Register for Summer 2024 today
Eligibility Requirements
- At least 16 years old and no older than 18 years old, and enrolled in high school (or equivalent program).
- Currently enrolled in high school (or equivalent program).
- United States citizen, permanent resident, or international student with approved US Visa
- Self-motivated, responsible, and willing to dive into college-level study with support from staff and faculty.
- Passionate and inquisitive about creating works of art, design, architecture or writing. The program is open to all levels of experience but best suited for students who have some experience with a creative practice, whether in a formal or informal setting.
More Information
Rhode Island School of Design (RISD)
https://precollege.risd.edu/program-overview/
Summer Residential Immersive
Get ready for five weeks that will stay with you for the rest of your life
June 29–August 3, 2024
Follow a college-level curriculum with day-long studio classes, visits to the Nature Lab and RISD Museum, critiques and projects that will forever shape the way you approach art and design.
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Build your portfolio while developing as an artist and an individual
Experiment with new materials, tools, and techniques, study with award-winning instructors, take risks, test your theories and challenge your ideas.
Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD)
http://www.scad.edu/academics/pre-college-summer-programs
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.
SCAD Rising Star
Incoming high school seniors ready for a college experience benefit from the challenging and exciting atmosphere of SCAD Rising Star. Enrolling in one or two college-level classes and building professional portfolios, SCAD Rising Star participants benefit from all of the perks of being a SCAD student.
SCAD Summer Seminars
SCAD Summer Seminars offer weeklong workshops for high school students who have completed their freshman, sophomore, or junior years. Students gain valuable experience while developing their creativity through exciting art and design projects.
SCAD joint enrollment
Explore opportunities to enroll in university-level courses while still in high school. Eligible students may be qualified to earn college credits.
Related links
Washington University-St. Louis Sam Fox School of Design and Visual Arts
http://www.samfoxschool.wustl.edu/precollege
Pre-College Programs
Our summer Pre-College Programs are geared to high school students. These two programs—Portfolio Plus (art) and Architecture Discovery Program—give students the opportunity to develop skills that are fundamental to the fields of architecture, art, and design while producing work in a real studio.
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Portfolio Plus Program in Art and Design
3 weeks | July 14 – August 3, 2024
3 college credits
Architecture Discovery Program
2 weeks | July 14 – 27, 2024
2 college credits
HOW TO APPLY
Want to know more? Visit the pages for our Architecture Discovery Program and Portfolio Plus Program, or contact:
Alma College
https://www.alma.edu/summer-at-alma/
Check website for updates
Academic Camps
Alma College Research Network (ACORN)
e-STEM Math Enrichment
Explorers Week (STEM)
Global Challenge
Pre-College Art Program
Research Week (STEM)
Performing Arts Camps
Bagpipes
Bagpipe Competition
Choral Conducting
Percussion Workshop
Professional Development for Educators
STEM Core Option 1: Technology
STEM Core Option 2: Ambitious Science Teacher
Questions?
Summer Camps and Conferences
(989) 463-7381
summer@alma.edu
Central Michigan University
Check website for updates.
Sports Camps
https://www.cmuchippewascamps.com/
CampMed Program for High School Students - Registration opens in late March/early April, and the program fills quickly. https://www.cmich.edu/academics/colleges/college-of-medicine/education/md/admissions/pipeline
North American Indigenous Summer Enrichment Camp June 23-27, 2024
Eastern Michigan University
https://www.emich.edu/engage/academic/k-1-camp/index.php
Check website for updates.
Grand Valley State University
Grand Valley State University hosts a wide variety of camps for students in grades PK-12. Use the search tool below to find the right one for your child by category, grade level, and dates. New camps are added throughout the year so be sure to check back regularly. Watch this video for how to best use this website and register for camps at GVSU.
Sports camps are available here.
FEBRUARY 11, 2024
At GVSU Brass Day, middle and high school brass musicians spend an afternoon at GVSU rehearsing, performing and learning with GVSU professors Alex Wilson (trumpet), Richard Britsch (horn), Mark Williams (trombone), and Paul Carlson (euphonium and tuba)!
View more details about Brass Day 2024 Register for this camp
Science Technology & Engineering Preview Summer Camp
JUNE 10 - 20, 2024
Engineering aviation-themed day camp for middle school students
View more details about Science Technology & Engineering Preview Summer Camp Register for this camp
2024 Accounting Careers + Education Discovery Summer Camp
JUNE 23 - 26, 2024
Unsure about a career in accounting. Come find out more through the free, 4-day ACED camp!
View more details about 2024 Accounting Careers + Education Discovery Summer Camp Register for this camp
Hope College
HOPE CAMPS
Welcome to the home of all Hope-related camps, where we’re sure to have something for everybody, no matter what your interests are!
- Hope College Tennis Academy
- Explore Hope
- Softball Camp
- Football Camp
- Volleyball Day Camp
- Awakening
- Lacrosse Camp
- Soccer Camp
- Basketball Camp
- Hope College Tennis Academy
- Explore Hope
ACADEMIC CAMPS
EXPLORE HOPE SUMMER CAMPSJoin Explore Hope’s engaging camps and activities! Summer camps, scout badge days, middle school girls day and teacher professional experiences let kids explore, learn and grow. There’s something for everyone!
Part of the Hope Rep’s mission is to provide educational opportunities for the youth in our community. Check out the different theatre classes, camps and workshops available!
ARTS CAMPS
TAP LABSTap Labs are a place for focused, independent learning in a supportive community environment. The classes are kept small to encourage one-on-one communication between musicians and dancers and to nurture an understanding of the collaborative nature of music and dance. Visit the Tap Labs website for dates and times.
SPORTS CAMPS
HOPE BASEBALL YOUTH CAMP
2024 dates TBA
HOPE BASEBALL TOURNAMENT
June 20–24, 2024
HOPE BASEBALL PROSPECT CAMP
2024 dates TBA
MEN’S BASKETBALLMEN'S BASKETBALL TEAM CAMP
- Session 1 — June 12–15, 2024
- Session 2 — June 13–15, 2024
For availability, email Chad Carlson at ctcarlson@hope.edu.
MEN'S BASKETBALL INDIVIDUAL CAMP
June 17–20, 2024
MEN'S BASKETBALL ELITE CAMP
August 2, 2024
WOMEN'S BASKETBALL2024 WOMEN'S BASKETBALL SUMMER CAMPS
FOOTBALLPROSPECT CAMP
July 10 and July 15, 2024
MEN'S LACROSSEHOPE MEN’S LACROSSE PROSPECT CAMP
2024 dates TBA
WOMEN'S LACROSSEHOPE WOMEN’S LACROSSE PROSPECT CAMP
2024 dates TBA
MEN'S SOCCERMEN'S SOCCER PROSPECT CAMP
2024 dates TBA
BOYS' SOCCER RESIDENTIAL CAMP
2024 dates TBA
WOMEN'S SOCCERGIRLS' RESIDENTIAL CAMP
WOMEN'S SOCCER PROSPECT CAMP
SOCCER DAY CAMPHOPE SOCCER DAY CAMP
SOFTBALLPITCHING AND CATCHING CAMP
SKILLS AND DRILLS CAMP
ELITE PROSPECT CAMP
TENNISHOPE TENNIS PROSPECT CAMP
2024 dates TBA
VOLLEYBALLVOLLEYBALL PROSPECT CAMP
July 19–20, 2024
HIGH SCHOOL SKILLS CAMP
July 21, 2024
MIDDLE SCHOOL CAMP
July 22–23, 2024
VOLLEYBALL TEAM CAMP
July 24–26, 2024
Kettering University
https://www.kettering.edu/academics/precollege
Kettering University offers more than 25 unique camps and learning experiences; from computer science coding camps and computer engineering camps to FIRST and VEX robotics camps and leadership development camps. Our programs serve everyone from first graders to graduating high school seniors.
Featured Program
Women in STEM
February 3, 2024
9:00 a.m. - 7:15 p.m.
Kettering University and the A-Section Society of Women Engineers Organization empower women to succeed and be recognized for their life-changing contributions and achievement, as engineers and leaders. Here is your chance to learn about careers in engineering and science. This program is for high-school students in grades 9 – 12. Current Kettering University SWE students and faculty lead this program.
9:00 - 9:15 a.m.
Check-in
9:15 - 9:30 a.m.
Ice Breakers
9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Admissions Presentation, Student Panel, and Campus Tours
11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Lunch
1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Four different Hands-on Lab Activities with Kettering Faculty
5:15 - 7:15 p.m.
Dinner and Alumni Guest Speaker
7:15 p.m.
Parent Pick-up
Fee: $25 Per Student. Your fee will include lunch and dinner, a t-shirt, a backpack, and all the materials for the hands-on activities with Kettering Faculty and A-Section Society of Women Engineer students. Space is limited to the first 36 students to complete their registration.
Summer Camps
Academically Interested Minds (AIM)
Started in 1984, Kettering University developed the AIM program to help students of color make a successful transition from high school to college.
July 7 - August 2, 2024
Lives Improve Through Engineering & Science (LITES)
Designed for young women, the LITES program explores the role that math, science and technology play in developing innovations that make the world a better place.
July 15 - July 26, 2024
DTE Alternative/Sustainable Energy Summer Day Camp
Summer day camp students will learn how human activities affect climate change, impacting the raging California fires and the African droughts.
Computer Camps
Students can learn how consumer electronics, automobiles and robots are made. Or students interested in programming can learn Python and virtual reality.
Robotics Camps
Students can become a master of machinery, collaborate on building and designing the robot and develop autonomous programs for robots in these camps.
Esports Camps
Esports is an opportunity for high school players to interact with collegiate players and coaching staff to work on areas of improvement for their title of choice.
Lawrence Technological University
http://www.ltu.edu/community_k12/summer-camps.asp
SUMMER CAMPS
FOR HIGH SCHOOL SOPHOMORES, JUNIORS, AND SENIORS // AGES 14-18
REGISTER TODAY!
SEE WHAT OTHER STUDENTS HAVE SAID
The Marburger STEM Center at LTU offers innovative academic camps for students interested in engineering, technology, design, and science. Expert instructors will introduce you to the latest advancements in modern labs and studios on campus.
CAMP OPTIONS FOR STUDENTS
DAY CAMPER
A day camper will need to commute to LTU each day of camp. All camp sessions run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
RESIDENTIAL CAMPER
As a residential camper, you’ll live in student housing, eat in the cafeteria, and participate in fun activities each evening.
SAVINGS
Save $100 by attending two, and $200 by attending three camps.
Register before February 1, 2024 and save $100 per camp.
Visit campus and save another $50 per camp.
SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE!
We are thrilled to announce an incredible opportunity allowing 100 students residing in Oakland County to receive a full scholarship to attend any one week of our summer camps.
Use code "Oakland" at checkout for the full scholarship!*
The LTU Summer Camp Program is made possible with grant funding from Oakland County, and United Way for Southeastern Michigan.
*Residency will be verified at checkout
CAMP SCHEDULE
SUMMER OF 2024
JULY
8-12JULY
15-19JULY
22-26JULY-AUG
29-2
ARCHITECTURE AND INTERIOR DESIGN:
VISUAL COMMUNICATION TECHNIQUES
COLLEGE OF ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN
Max number of students: 20
Discover architectural and interior design processes using various visual communication methods. This session will teach you techniques for designing architectural spaces while working on a small-scale project. You will have the opportunity for personalized guidance from the instructor and engage in group critiques.
BIOMEDICAL ENGINEERING
COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
Max number of students: 20
Explore the role of a biomedical engineer in designing procedures and equipment that assist in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of disease and injury; make medical testing less intrusive; and enhance the quality of life for people with disabilities. Team projects will acquaint you with basic engineering design tools and the instrumentation used in medical settings.
BIOTECHNOLOGY
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES
Max number of students: 20
In a research lab setting, you’ll genetically engineer bacteria, purify and quantify proteins, and learn how to clone genes. You’ll apply modern DNA profiling techniques to solve crimes and use high-tech tools to diagnose diseases and track infectious outbreaks. Your days will be filled with hands-on experiments.
COMPUTER NETWORKING CYBERSECURITY AND ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES
Max number of students: 20
Explore the role of a computer networking cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence engineer. Learn the fundamentals in monitoring and identifying problems in modern computer networking environments. Gain a better understanding of the design, motivation, and analysis of the basic building blocks of secure computer and network infrastructure. You will get hands-on experience with basic computer monitoring tools used to troubleshoot and improve computer network security. You will also be exposed to Artificial Intelligence projects, exciting tours to local companies with fun projects and games with Raspberry Pi (or similar microcontroller and USB storage devices) that you will keep after the camp.
GRAPHIC DESIGN:
CREATE A MOBILE APP
COLLEGE OF ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN
Max number of students: 20
Learn the tools and techniques to create a functional prototype of your own mobile app. In a hands-on studio environment, you will ideate, experiment and test your design, while learning about user experience (UX), user interface (UI), and design-thinking strategies. Walk away with a portfolio-ready project. No prior experience necessary.
THE HIDDEN ENGINEERING INSIDE BUILDINGS
COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
Max number of students: 20
You might not think about it very often, but everything in a building—the materials used to build it, the parts inside it, from its frame to wiring to walls to doors— has to be designed and engineered. The growing profession of architectural engineering deals with the engineering designs that are integrated into building systems and the architecture of the building itself. Included are lighting systems, electrical systems, mechanical systems like heating and air conditioning, and the structures themselves. This camp will teach you some of the fundamental knowledge needed to understand these systems, and how they are integrated into the building envelope. Through a series of lectures, hands-on experiments, demonstrations and activities, you will explore the engineering designs that make an architect’s vision unfold.
PRODUCT DESIGN:
DESIGN AND INNOVATION
COLLEGE OF ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN
Max number of students: 20
Product designers create the products we use today and innovate new ones for tomorrow, including electronics, toys, footwear, tools, sports equipment, and medical devices. In this session, students will learn about the product development process and the methodology used by designers within industry to innovate new work for consumers through the development of an original product. Their work will utilize an array of approaches, including iterative sketching and cutting edge digital tools.
INTERNATIONAL SUMMER CAMP IN PSYCHOLOGY
Max number of students: 20
This camp connects students from the United States and Italy in a shared learning and research experience about the scientific study of the human mind and behavior. Exploring subjects such as perception, communication, learning, memory, decision-making, motivation, love, hunger, and art. We will try to answer questions like: Why do we sleep and dream? Why are men often more aggressive than women? Do animals see colors? Why do we feel fear and happiness? Do people interact differently in social media? How much of our brain do we actually use? This camp involves students from two different countries and cultures in a collaborative research project.
3D AND PRINTING
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES
Max number of students: 12
You will apply a coding design to your own design idea and form a multi-dimensional, touchable object. In this summer journey, you will explore the fundamentals of coding and use a 3D printer to experience the process of manufacturing your project from Nylon Carbon Fiber in the LTU summer factory. Your achieved product, the 3D shape, will be your souvenir and award to show off after the camp!
Michigan Technological University
Course Catalog
Explore Interests, Spark Curiosity, Make an Impact.
SYP 2024 is now live!
Our 2024 programs will run weekly from June 16- July 26, 2024.
- Course costs begin at a base price of $1095 live-in students, which includes tuition, program fees, meals, room, and board. See full cost details.
- Course costs begin at a base price $665 for commuter students, which includes tuition and meals. Some courses have a course or lab fee in addition to the base tuition to cover items such as lab supplies, transportation, permits, admission fees, and other accommodations. See full cost details.
- Additional fees are noted in the course descriptions. Please sign up your child using their current grade level they are in, not what they will be attending the following fall.
Students will be enrolled in the order applications are received and a $100 deposit is required for processing SYP Exploration Program applications. (No deposit is required to apply for Pathway Programs). Due to volume of applications, it may take a few days for us to process your application. Please note that presence of a course in this Course Catalog does not reflect available seats. If you need any assistance or have questions throughout the application process, please reach out to us at syp@mtu.eduor give us a call at 906-487-2219.
Business/Humanities/Law
Class Number - Title - Additional Cost Required - Grades - Week
52269Cracking the Career Code: Discovering Your Strengths, Interests, and Passions6 - 8July 14 - July 19
51176Digital ArtSee Course Details9 - 11June 16 - June 21
52464Making a Mystery9 - 11June 23 - June 28
52465Model UN: Climate Change9 - 11June 16 - June 21
52466Nature PhotographySee Course Details9 - 11July 14 - July 19
52095The MTU Trading RoomSee Course Details9 - 11June 23 - June 28
52072Wild WritersSee Course Details6 - 8July 07 - July 12
Computing Programs
Class Number - Title - Additional Cost Required - Grades - Week
52467Autonomous Vehicle Programming9 - 11July 21 - July 26
52271Build Your Own ComputerSee Course Details9 - 11July 07 - July 12
51451Coding Video Games: A Crash Course9 - 11July 14 - July 19
52270Cybersecurity9 - 11July 21 - July 26
51171Introduction to Mini Video Games: Getting Started6 - 8July 07 - July 12
52092Mechatronics: Build and Program a Functional RobotSee Course Details9 - 11July 14 - July 19
Engineering
Class Number - Title - Additional Cost Required - Grades - Week
51410Building a Better World: Civil EngineeringSee Course Details9 - 11July 07 - July 12
51501Building a Better World: Civil EngineeringSee Course Details6 - 8July 14 - July 19
51156Chemical EngineeringSee Course Details9 - 11July 07 - July 12
51744Chemical EngineeringSee Course Details9 - 11July 14 - July 19
51157Electrical and Computer EngineeringSee Course Details9 - 11July 07 - July 12
51158Engineering 101See Course Details6 - 8July 14 - July 19
51159Engineering 101See Course Details9 - 11July 21 - July 26
51330Geohazards and Resource EngineeringSee Course Details6 - 8July 07 - July 12
51745Geohazards and Resource EngineeringSee Course Details9 - 11July 21 - July 26
52161Intro to Robotic EngineeringSee Course Details6 - 8July 14 - July 19
51368Materials Science and EngineeringSee Course Details9 - 11July 07 - July 12
51160Materials Science and EngineeringSee Course Details9 - 11July 14 - July 19
51161Mechanical Engineering: Automotive EngineeringSee Course Details9 - 11July 21 - July 26
51746Mechanical Engineering: Design the FutureSee Course Details9 - 11July 14 - July 19
51404Mechanical Engineering: Design the FutureSee Course Details6 - 8July 07 - July 12
51369Mobile RoboticsSee Course Details9 - 11July 21 - July 26
Pathway Programs
Class Number - Title - Additional Cost Required - Grades - Week
51329Engineering Scholars Program (ESP)9 - 11June 23 - June 28
51773Junior Women in Engineering (JWIE)6 - 8June 16 - June 21
51503Junior Women in Engineering (JWIE)6 - 8June 23 - June 28
52075NEXT Scholars: Geospatial EngineeringSee Course Details9 - 11June 16 - June 21
52182Tracks to the Future: Railroad Transportation and Engineering Hybrid9 - 11June 23 - June 28
51504Women in Automotive Engineering (WIAE)9 - 11June 23 - June 28
51177Women in Engineering (WIE)9 - 11June 16 - June 21
Science and Technology
Class Number - Title - Additional Cost Required - Grades - Week
51162AviationSee Course Details9 - 11July 14 - July 19
52294CAD and Additive ManufacturingSee Course Details9 - 11July 21 - July 26
52165Climate and Sustainability9 - 11July 14 - July 19
52468Climate and Sustainability9 - 11July 21 - July 26
52276Discover Archaeology9 - 11July 14 - July 19
51408Engineering Psychology9 - 11July 07 - July 12
52469Explorations in Health CareersSee Course DetailsJune 16 - June 21
52470Forest and Wildlife Ecology9 - 11July 14 - July 19
52278Geo-Mapping the Keweenaw6 - 8June 16 - June 21
52277Introduction to 3D Printing6 - 8June 16 - June 21
52082Introduction to Computational Physics9 - 11July 21 - July 26
52301Outdoor Field Skills in Natural Resources9 - 11July 21 - July 26
52079Ship to Shore Freshwater Ecology with Inland Seas Education AssociationSee Course Details9 - 11July 14 - July 19
51168Wild World of ChemistrySee Course Details6 - 8June 16 - June 21
51169Wild World of ChemistrySee Course Details9 - 11June 23 - June 28
51174Wildlife Ecology and ConservationSee Course Details9 - 11June 16 - June 21
Michigan State University
Check Website for Updates
Spartan Youth Programs
http://spartanyouth.msu.edu/Default.aspx
Not updated yet - Check website for more information
High School Engineering Institute, for students in grades 10-12
Program details and registration
High School Engineering Institute (HSEI)
Type - Residential
Who - This co-ed program is open to both U.S. and International students entering grades 10th-12th in Fall 2024 as well as recent graduates.
When- Session 1: June 23-27, 2024, Session 2: July 7-11, 2024
Requirements
(1)High school sophomores, juniors and seniors with GPA 3.0 or better in engineering core courses such as math, sciences and technology. (2) A transcript (preferably of a full year).
Program fee - $1048
Program details
Intended for rising high school sophomores, juniors and seniors seriously considering engineering as their career choice, this residential program is designed to give in-depth experiences in engineering majors. Each day students will learn about a major and spend time with an engineering faculty member, a graduate student, an undergraduate student engaged in short lecture, demonstrations, hands-on activities, team-based problem solving, and tours. Presentations by the Honors College, Admissions Office, Study Abroad and The Center (Co-op/Internship and Undergraduate Research Opportunities) as well as tours of engineering research facilities will be conducted.
Session 1 Schedule (sample schedule from a previous year)
Session 2 Schedule (sample schedule from a previous year)
Application deadline
June 17, 2024
Applications will open in January
MAKING A GAME OF IT
Type - Residential
Who - This is a co-ed program open to both U.S. and International students entering grades 11 and 12 in Fall 2024 as well as recent graduates.
When - July 7-12, 2024
Requirements
- High school juniors and seniors with GPA 3.0 or better in engineering core courses such as math, sciences and technology.
- A transcript (preferably of a full year).
Program fee - $1160
Program details
Making a Game of it (MGIT) facilitates students technological growth and provides computer software skills that are directly applicable to STEM related professions. Students participating in this program will:
Develop Software in Python
Design a video game
Be prepared to enter MSU’s Computer Science degree granting program
This program is taught by MSU’s faculty and graduate students who are experienced researchers and teachers interested in sharing computer and coding skills with future engineering students.
Schedule (sample schedule from a previous year)
Application deadline
July 2, 2024
Applications will open in January
Northern Michigan University
https://nmu.edu/youth-programs
Youth Programs at NMU
Northern offers a variety of youth camps all throughout the summer. Learn more about how scientists incorporate technology and field experiences in the environment or investigate if you have a talent for the culinary arts. Practice your jump shot or your spike in one of our overnight sports camps, or just spend the day learning more about cybersecurity. Let us help your student keep their mind and body active at one of our many summer camps on our campus this summer.
Wildcat Youth Camp
Wildcat Youth Camp is a traditional day camp for children from kindergarten through 5th grade. NMU is the perfect setting for camp, featuring a centrally located base site for camp and indoor and outdoor spaces to accommodate a wide range of activities.
Your child’s camp experience is our #1 priority, so our focus is on teaching new skills, promoting teamwork, encouraging sportsmanship and making sure that we understand and recognize the unique abilities and interests of your child. Join us all week long or pick a day or two that best fits your busy schedule. Programmed activity time is 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Early morning and late afternoon times will be used as kids’ choice time.
Sport Camps
Northern Michigan offers a variety of sport camps throughout the year. These camps provide intensive, hands-on training from the Wildcats' talented coaches. Examples of past sport camps include:
- Basketball
- Cross Country/Track & Field
- Football
- Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Swimming & Diving
- Volleyball
Summer College for Kids
The Glenn T. Seaborg Mathematics and Science Center offers "Summer College for Kids", a program for kids in grades K-8 to engage in hands on-minds on lessons in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM Education).
Future Educator Academy
Discover the rewards and joys of teaching! Explore the field of education, gain hands-on experience working with elementary students, learn about child development and principles of effective teaching, and how to create exciting learning experiences as a teacher.
GenCyber Camp
High School students are invited to apply for this free academic, two-week residential camp on the campus of Northern Michigan University in Marquette, MI. Students will explore cybersecurity topics in a virtual setting and then have an opportunity to learn the fundamentals of cybersecurity from CompTIA Security and Cyber.org while living on campus.
Environmental Science Camp
High school students are invited to join us to explore the scenic vistas and natural resources of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula! Students will experience firsthand how scientists incorporate technology and field experiences to study the changing environment and sustainability issues. Camp will take place from July 23-29, 2023.
- Hike to geological landmarks.
- Explore science vistas of the Upper Peninsula.
- Discover local natural resources.
- Experience sustainable community development.
- Paddle the AuTrain River.
- Study environmental issues in the Lake Superior watershed.
- Make lasting memories.
- Interact with professors and students from Northern Michigan University and stay on campus.
Oakland University
https://oakland.edu/summer/camps/
OU has not updated its listing at this point Check their website for updates.
Below is what has been offered in the past.
Athletic camps are listed on the Golden Grizzlies site.
SUMMER CAMPS & WORKSHOPS
Before the kids sink into the slump of summer, plan ahead to keep them engaged while exploring their interests. Oakland University is pleased to offer a wide variety of camp experiences for kids entering K-12. This summer open their world to fun and unique specialty camps in these categories:
- Art
- Business
- Engineering and computer science
- Languages
- Music, theater and dance
- Nursing
- Philosophy
- SAT prep
- Writing and reading
OU works to ensure safe conduct and supportive interaction between youth and program leaders. Learn more about our initiatives at the Youth Protection website.
Click the button below for detailed program descriptions, pricing and registration information.
University of Michigan
https://youthhub.umich.edu/hub - CHECK BACK... Not fully updated for 2024
U of M offers a huge varity of summer programs along with scholarship opportunities for those with financial need. Check this site carefully for a full list of amazing opportunities!
Michigan Math and Science Scholars
This program is designed to introduce high school students to current developments and research in the sciences and to encourage the next generation of researchers to develop and retain a love of mathematics and science.
Courses will run Monday- Friday, 9 am-4:30 pm, with a 1.5 hour lunch break from 12-1:30pm
Session 1: Sunday, June 23 – Friday, July 5 (noon)
Session 2: Sunday, July 7 – Friday, July 19 (noon)
Session 3: Sunday, July 21 – Friday, August 2 (noon)
Applications will open soon at this site: Michigan Math and Science Scholars | Faculty, Lab, and Research Template Site (umich.edu)
The Summer Engineering Exploration Camp (SEE Camp)
This is a one week, residential, co-ed camp hosted by the Society of Women Engineers at the University of Michigan. This camp is for high school students entering grades 10-11, especially those with limited access to engineering resources. Campers will learn about various engineering disciplines and industries, as well as learn more about engineering at the University of Michigan. SEE Camp runs from Sunday, July 7th through Saturday, July 13th, 2024. The 2024 camp will be held in-person with numerous activities throughout the week.
Apply here: Summer Engineering Exploration Camp | University of Michigan (seecamp.org)
ARC START
ArcStart is a pre-architecture residential program designed to introduce students to the built environment, architectural design principles, and Taubman College of Architecture and Urban Planning. Over the course of the program, high school students will witness how a design education prepares participants to engage the world around them within the context of a rigorous academic setting at a leading design institution.
Participants will experience the rewarding intensity of an engaging college architecture studio, partake in hands-on workshops that reinforce analytical and conceptual problem-solving skills, and enjoy an energetic camp-like atmosphere.
The ArcStart program is designed to give students the opportunity to study many different aspects of architecture, through learning to use specialized drawing, drafting, and modeling tools, explorations of architectural history, a visit to a thriving architecture firm, the creation of original design proposals, and the curation of their work into a digital portfolio. ArcStart 2024 will be in person from July 8 – July 26, 2024. ArcStart - Taubman College (umich.edu)
Ross School of Business
Offered June 14 - 28, 2024, the Michigan Ross Summer Business Academy gives rising high school seniors the opportunity to discover business from the inside out. Explore how companies run, understand how leaders solve problems, and experience what it’s like to be a business student at Michigan Ross. There's a quick turnaround time on the application-it's due January 14th. Apply here: The Michigan Ross Summer Business Academy | Michigan Ross (umich.edu)
Michigan Debate Institute
Interested in speech/debate? Check this camp out here: michigandebate.com. There are several programs running from June until August!
Michigan Youth Ensembles-
https://smtd.umich.edu/engagement-outreach/youth-programs/michigan-youth-ensembles/
Wayne State University
Wayne State University - Biomedical Career Advancement Program
https://miahec.wayne.edu/southeast/highschool
Summer Research Experience for High School Students
at Wayne State University School of Medicine
The BCAP Research 2024 Application Opens January 8
Join the BCAP mailing list or scan the QR code below get the latest program updates
Questions? Contact us via email at BCAPGroup@wayne.edu
What is a BCAP Research Experience?
The Biomedical Career Advancement Program (BCAP) is a 6-week summer research experience for 10th-12th graders to explore research and health science careers. BCAP is also an amazing opportunity to meet like-minded students, gain direct mentorship from health professionals and MUCH MORE!
Students work alongside senior research/clinical faculty and their staff to explore research investigation in a highly enriched environment.
Program Structure and Activities
Monday-Thursday for up to 5 hours/day, students will work with research mentors to develop independent research projects for presentation at our annual research symposium. On Fridays, BCAP hosts special events from 9 am-3pm: lab-safety training; hands-on laboratory/clinical training such as gel electrophoresis, microscopy, pipetting, CPR, phlebotomy, blood pressure/HR; student/professional panels, professional development and networking.
Who can apply for BCAP Research?
- High school students who are currently in 10th, 11th, or 12th grade. Priority is given to:
- Wayne County residents
- Detroit Public School students
- Students from disadvantaged backgrounds
Earn Monetary Award:
Students who successfully complete the program are eligible to receive a monetary award*
*Monetary awards are based on available funding and are not guaranteed.
How to Apply to BCAP?
- Complete application
- Provide personal statement: 3-5 sentences to describe interest in BCAP Program
- GPA ≥ 2.75 (official transcript required upon program acceptance)
BCAP Research 2024 Important Dates*
Application Open Date
January 8, 2024
Application Close Date
April 1, 2024
Student Orientation
Saturday, June 8, 2024
Opening Ceremony
Monday, June 24, 2024
Program Dates
Monday through Friday
Monday, June 24 to Friday, August 2, 2024
Presentations & Closing Ceremony**
Friday, August 2, 2024
* Program dates may be subject to change depending on external circumstances.
**Oral presentations are the same day as the closing ceremony.
For more information, contact us:
bcapgroup@wayne.edu
The Michigan Area Health Education Center is required to report information about program participants. Data will be kept private to the extent allowed by law
and will be referenced periodically to evaluate the effectiveness of our services and programs.
BCAP Scholars
BCAP Alumni Students can apply for BCAP Scholars. BCAP Scholars prepare their summer research project
for the Junior Science & Humanities Symposium.
BCAP students can click here to learn more
For more information, contact us:
bcapgroup@wayne.edu
University of Alabama Pre-College Summer Programs
Experience College – Live on Campus during the Summer
Learn from distinguished UA faculty as you earn 6-7 credit hours in intensive courses. Classes meet five days a week, ensuring an immersive educational experience.
Live among a diverse community of high-achieving scholars from across the country. Enjoy secure-entry residence halls with a 24-hour help desk and on-site UA Early College staff.
Benefit from access to the complete academic resources of The University of Alabama, including mandatory study halls during the week, meeting with UA Early College Student Success Coordinator.
How to Participate:
- Be admitted to UA Early College and excel in the UAEC 200 College Readiness Course with a score of 800 points or higher.
- Exhibit strong motivation and commitment to engaging in college-level work, and be 16 years old by the summer term move-in day.
- Complete the UA Early College Summer On Campus application, including recommendations from core academic teachers, high school principals/assistant principals, and grade-level counselors.
- Secure your spot by submitting a $200 non-refundable housing deposit.
The Summer On Campus App is Open!
The application can be accessed through your ECSR inside Blackboard.
Summer I Term:
- Move In: Monday, May 27
- Classes: Tuesday, May 28 – Wednesday, June 26
- Exams: Thursday, June 27 and Friday, June 28
Summer II Term:
- Move In: Tuesday, July 2
- Classes: Wednesday, July 3 – Wednesday, July 31
- Exams: Thursday, Aug. 1 and Friday, Aug. 2
Participate in Summer I, Summer II or both terms. Craft a summer that aligns with your aspirations.
Elevate your academic journey and embrace a summer of growth, exploration, and achievement.
Summer On Campus - College Credit in High School - UA Early College
Barnard College
https://precollege.barnard.edu/
Pre-College Programs
Experience Summer in New York City at Barnard. With distinct programs to choose from, ranging from entrepreneurship to STEM, you have the unique opportunity to explore an area of interest on a deeper level through both in-class discussions and city exploration. As part of the learning experience at Barnard, you will get a taste of both college life and the city that never sleeps!
Summer 2024 Applications Are Open!
The NextGen Leadership Institute: Our Signature Summer Experience
This institute embraces the complex relationship between gender and leadership as its focus, allowing you to develop trailblazing qualities and push you in new directions as you explore leadership through a feminist lens.
For rising high school sophomores, juniors and seniors.
Session 1: June 30th - July 19th, 2024
Session 2: July 22nd - August 10th, 2024
Session 2: July 22nd- August 10th, 2024
Athena Summer Innovation Institute
The Pre-Baccalaureate Program
Join Barnard faculty and students in the classroom and earn college credit through our Pre-Baccalaureate program.
For rising high school sophomores, juniors and seniors.
June 30th - August 9th, 2024
What Else You Need to Know
Review program costs and financial aid eligibility.
Application Requirements and Deadlines
Get your questions answered
Boston University Summer Term
http://www.bu.edu/summer/high-school-programs/
Summer Programs for Pre-College Students
Launch yourself into the college experience this summer at BU.
BU’s long-running Summer Term pre-college offerings include a choice of one-, two-, three-, and six-week programs that prepare you for success in college. With five exciting and challenging pre-college summer programs to choose from, you can earn college credit, discover a new subject area, perform cutting-edge research in University labs, or immerse yourself in hands-on learning. Summer is a great time to push yourself academically while adapting to college life, making new friends, and engaging in fun, social activities around Boston and on campus. We invite you to join other motivated teens from 50 states and 87 countries in our summer programs for high school students—and take the leap into college life and academics.
5 pre-college summer programs:
High School Honors
Choose from more than 80 college courses and earn college credit
WHO
For Rising Juniors and Seniors
WHEN
6 weeks: June 30–August 9
WHERE
Residential, Commuter, or Online
RISE Internship/ Practicum
Conduct university-level STEM research in a laboratory setting
WHO
For Rising Seniors
WHEN
6 weeks: June 30–August 9
WHERE
Residential or Commuter
Academic Immersion
Spend three weeks immersing yourself in the study of psychology, business, medicine, or creative writing
WHO
For Rising Juniors and Seniors
WHEN
Psychology: June 30–July 19
Business: June 30–July 19
Medicine: July 21–August 9
Creative Writing: July 21–August 9
WHERE
Residential or Commuter
Summer Challenge
Expand your academic horizons over two weeks, choosing 2 of 20 seminars
WHO
For Rising Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors
WHEN
Session 1: June 16–28
Session 2: July 7–19
Session 3: July 21–August 2
WHERE
Residential
Summer Preview
Choose a seminar to get a sneak peek of the college experience
WHO
For Rising 8th Graders, Freshmen, and Sophomores
WHEN
1 week: July 21–26
WHERE
Residential or Commuter
Start the Countdown to Your College Future with Our Summer High School Programs
Experience pre-college summer study at one of the world’s top teaching and research universities. Immerse yourself in college academics, open your mind to new subjects, and bond with high school students from around the country and globe—right in the heart of beautiful Boston, ranked #1 in the US by QS Best Student Cities 2024. You can take college courses alongside BU undergraduates and earn up to 8 college credits (either on campus or online). You can pursue in-depth STEM research with individual faculty mentors or as part of a group project. Or, you can immerse yourself in a variety of stimulating noncredit seminars that blend lectures with experiential learning, discussions, and projects. Your hard work will be balanced with social events and fun activities around campus and throughout Boston, the ultimate “college town.”
Boston University’s Summer Pre-College Programs Enable You to:
- Take on new academic challenges, explore a variety of interests, and consider possible majors
- Preview college and learn how to balance your schoolwork and social life
- Meet highly motivated high school students from all 50 states and 87 countries on 6 continents
- Experience living in a college dorm
- Become part of a dynamic social community and engage in fun activities on campus and throughout Boston
Residence life
If you live on campus, you will stay in a residence hall in BU’s Warren Towers, sharing a room, exploring culinary options around campus, and participating in dorm activities. There are typically two students per room. Resident program assistants provide guidance, coordinate and lead social activities, and enforce program policies. Safety is our highest priority: Warren Towers has live-in University staff and 24-hour security.
Campus life
Embracing college life is an exhilarating experience. Whether you live on campus or commute, you’ll get to know the ins and outs of college and city life. We lead a full range of group activities that include improv comedy shows and cruises in Boston Harbor, as well as trips to Faneuil Hall, Fenway Park, and more—and you’ll still have time for your own impromptu adventures around Boston!
Bowling Green State University
Available Summer Camps and Programs
- BGSU
- Pre-College Programs
- Summer Academic and Youth Programs
- Available Summer Camps and Programs
Summer is the perfect time for pre-college students to explore their career interests. BGSU Pre-College Programs provides opportunities for students to experience the Bowling Green State University campus while expanding their knowledge, building life skills and exploring their interests. BGSU offers residential and day camps throughout the summer.
Elementary & middle school students can engage in two weeks of interactive virtual learning in a variety of content areas, including math, reading, science, & social studies.
Dive into the BG CyberGuardians Summer Camp! Immerse yourself in ethical hacking, network security, and cybersecurity awareness. Our dynamic blend of lectures, labs, and workshops ensures hands-on learning. Here, students don’t just study cybersecurity; they experience it firsthand. Explore real-world defense tactics and become the digital defender of tomorrow!
CyberElla Empowering Girls in the Digital World! Let her explore cybersecurity with CyberElla! Each girl (5th through 8th grade) will work with the same BGSU student mentor and member of BG Women in Computing student organization.
Discover Hidden Health Career Camp
Have you thought about a career in healthcare but just don't know exactly what you want to do? In this camp, you will rotate through various healthcare professions that are not widely known.
BGSU's Explore Nursing Camp, where you will get a glimpse into the life of a nurse. Get first aid and CPR training and hear from nurses that work in the field in a variety of roles and settings. Be a nurse for the day with real-life scenarios and evaluate your nursing skills while working your way through a trauma escape room.
Students in grades 4th - 6th!! Explore how what we grow on farms becomes the delicious, healthy food you eat. At Farm 2 Fork, campers will be exposed to local foodways and increase their knowledge of farming and cooking!
Welcome to "CREATE YOUR OWN HERO STORY" – an immersive 5-day summer camp designed for imaginative minds in grades 4-6! In this camp, campers will first learn about genres and different forms of media. Then, they will learn about the basic hero story theorized by Joseph Cambell that has been influential in literary studies and in popular culture. For example, George Lucas explicitly built Star Wars on Campbell's hero myth.
Firelands: Allied Health Care Career Exploration
Welcome to the exciting world of healthcare at our Imaging & Respiratory Care – Career Exploration Camp! This immersive experience is tailor-made for students in grades 9 through 12 who are eager to delve into the dynamic fields of Respiratory Care Technology, Radiological Technology, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, and Anatomy & Physiology.
Practice gathering trace evidence and analyzing blood stains in the pursuit of criminal justice!
FutureMed: Exploring Health Careers
Discover how the BGSU Pre-Professional Programs Office can help you with your interest in the medical field by learning about eight different types of medical professionals
The Ignite STEM Camp is a week long day camp at BGSU where students will engage in fun-filled experiences about teamwork, problem solving, and the connections between science, technology, engineering and mathematics in the real world. The camp curriculum aligns with the Ohio Department of Education.
Develop leadership skills centered on creating change in your community at the BGSU Impact Academy. Whether you are looking to grow as a leader at school or become a leader in your community, the BGSU Impact Academy leadership camp is a perfect way to build your toolkit for creating a better world.
Marine Biology: The Life Aquatic
Take a deep dive into marine biology with laboratory experiences and site visits! Are you interested in how marine ecosystems work? Do you want to know more about marine animals? BGSU has one of the few marine biology and aquatic science programs in the Midwest.
Spend the week creating podcasts as well as content for YouTube, Twitch & all social media platforms from the state-of-the-art production facilities at BGSU. Learn more about livestreaming and content production with hands-on activities in audio, video, chroma key, multi-camera production, lighting, audience development, and more.
Multi-Platform Journalism and Storytelling Camp
Students will learn and enhance basic reporting skills as well as technical skills involving capturing and editing video, capturing and editing audio, creating social media content, audio broadcasting, video broadcasting, writing, and storytelling.
High school students are invited to come and join us in an immersive learning experience focused on business and entrepreneurship. In this exciting, week-long summer camp, you'll collaborate with a diverse group of students from across Ohio in a dynamic simulation where you'll compete as an industry professional, sharpen communication skills, and face real-world business challenges.
A program designed to expose high school students to Research in the Chemical Sciences and stimulate their interest in science and math.
Start your journey to the front of the courtroom by meeting a variety of legal professionals and participating in a mock trial! In it's third year the Pre-Law Camp will offer new experiences and open to returning campers
Come explore the campus of BGSU while you learn more about a passion you love. Camps include Double Reed, Percussion, Jazz, Piano, Voice, Musical Theatre, Strings, Saxophone, and Brass
Brandeis University
Learn, grow, and have fun at Brandeis Precollege
Brandeis Precollege offers compelling experiences for bright and curious teens in grades 9-12. You can explore a passion, experience campus life, and make lifelong friends. Join our vibrant and inclusive community that offers a real taste of college life — lessons, discussion sessions, trips, and life on a college campus. You can:
Work with Brandeis-affiliated faculty and staff who care deeply about teens.
Engage with other teens from around the world who are passionate about learning.
Earn a Certificate of Completion from Brandeis University.
Live on campus and take advantage of the resources of Brandeis.
Experience summer on campus in beautiful Greater Boston.
Have your application fee waived if you apply to Brandeis University (rising seniors may interview on campus during Genesis).
Make incredible friendships, find a strong sense of community, and have fun!
Genesis applications for Summer 2024
Scholarship deadline: April 1, 2024
Application deadline: May 1, 2024
Deadlines
Scholarship: April 1, 2024
Application: May 1, 2024
Broadreach
HIGH SCHOOL ADVENTURES
Learning should be fun, so we create summer programs abroad for high school students that open their minds and build competencies in a variety of interests. These programs challenge high schoolers to become immersed in their surroundings alongside a small group of peers, allowing them to grow personally and academically through fun, challenging and thoughtful experiences.
LAND-BASED OR LIVEABOARD
SCUBA
SAILING
MARINE BIOLOGY
WILDLIFE CONSERVATION
VET MEDICINE
Brown University
Brown Pre-College Programs
Step off the summer-as-usual path and set a course for adventure at Brown University.
Engage Your Potential: Your future self will thank you.
Brown Pre-College Programs are designed for high school students to explore the challenges and opportunities of the college experience. You’ll enjoy the excitement and responsibility that comes from balancing challenging academics and enriching social activities—without the pressure of formal grades. CONNECT
In one of our 1- to 6-week courses, you’ll get to know the best of Brown: We’re an Ivy known for our embrace of independent thinkers — one that values and respects student voices. EXPLORE PROGRAMS
You'll experience the rigors of college-level classes as you study alongside peers from around the world who are as motivated and curious as you are. With educational and social activities, students are always learning at Brown — whether you are online, commute or live on campus.
LIFE AT BROWNBrown Pre-College provides a large and varied selection of courses! With over 300 course offerings from environmental studies, medicine, leadership and law, to psychology, mathematics, creative writing and history, Brown Pre-College has the course you are looking for!
EXPLORE COURSESCarnegie Mellon University
https://www.cmu.edu/pre-college/
This is where your future begins – living and learning in a college setting that will challenge you to discover your best self.
Carnegie Mellon’s Pre-College Programs mirrors the undergraduate experience, giving rising juniors and seniors the opportunity to explore their interests and passions while receiving instruction from acclaimed Carnegie Mellon faculty and staff.
We provide a holistic and robust student experience that includes academic and personal development both inside and outside of the classroom in order to prepare students for the future. Live and learn in a college setting that will challenge you to discover your best self.
Application Due Dates
Early Decision Applications: February 1, 2024
International Applications: February 1, 2024
Scholarship Applications: March 1, 2024
AIS, CSS, and SAMS* Applications: March 1, 2024
Regular Decision Applications: March 1, 2024
Please visit the Admission page for further details.
*AI Scholars (AIS), Computer Science Scholars (CSS), Summer Academy for Math and Science (SAMS)
Important Program Dates
Opening Day: Saturday, June 22, 2024
Orientation Day: Sunday, June 23, 2024
First Day of Classes: Monday, June 24, 2024
3-Week Program Classes End: Friday, July 12, 2024 (Residential Move-Out: Saturday, July 13)
4-Week Program Classes End: Friday, July 19, 2024 (Residential Move-Out: Saturday, July 20)
5-Week Program Classes End: Friday, July 26, 2024 (Residential Move-Out: Saturday, July 27)
6-Week Program Classes End: Friday, August 2, 2024 (Residential Move-Out: Saturday, August 3)
Please note:
• Opening Day is the primary move-in day for residential students. Early Arrival is approved on an individual basis.
• Orientation Day is required for both residential and commuter students, providing students with important program and campus life information.
• International students arrive on Thursday, June 20, with International Orientation on Friday, June 21.
• ALL residential students must vacate the dorms by 2:00 pm on the Saturday following the close of their program.
Clemson Scholars Program for Underrepresented Students
The Clemson Call Me Doctor© - ESTEEMED (CMD Enhancing Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math Educational Diversity) Scholars Program, funded by the National Institutes of Health (NIH), is committed to nurturing the talents of underrepresented undergraduate scholars, propelling them towards a future of scholarly and scientific distinction. The program is designed to increase the participation of underrepresented students in obtaining a Ph.D. or MD/Ph.D. and pursuing careers integrating engineering and the physical sciences with medicine and biology through early immersion in biomedical research and mentoring.
The CMD ESTEEMED Scholars Program offers an immersive and supportive research and training opportunity that commences in the summer before a student's first year and unfolds over the subsequent two academic years at Clemson University. The program's comprehensive structure is designed to provide participants with unparalleled support, encompassing academic enrichment, financial assistance, faculty and peer mentoring, and hands-on engagement in Clemson’s biomedical research laboratories.
To learn more about the CMD ESTEEMED Scholars Program, visit this website. This opportunity is for junior and senior students interested in Clemson and STEM fields for undergraduate study. Applications are due February 1, 2024.
Cleveland State University - Odyssey Program
http://www.csufilmodyssey.com/
TEACHING TOMORROW’S STORYTELLERS
Want to be the next Wes Anderson, Ava DuVernay, or Greta Gerwig? Made possible by a generous gift from Lee and Ageleke Zapis, the Odyssey Program at Cleveland State University’s School of Film & Media Arts inspires a new generation of creative talent with a range of offerings for high school students interested in learning the art of filmmaking. From one-day Saturday workshops covering a variety of filmmaking topics to immersive in-person one and three week summer camps, the Odyssey Program provides experiential learning opportunities for young film fanatics of all skill levels.
The Odyssey Program was made possible by a generous gift from Lee and Ageleke Zapis.
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Odyssey Program
ODYSSEY REGISTRATION FORM
Program Fees and Registration
ODYSSEY WORKSHOPS – STORY & SCREENWRITING
Saturday, February 3, 2024 – MORNING - Storytelling & Acting || Fees: $50
Saturday, February 3, 2024 – AFTERNOON - Story & Screenwriting || Fees: $75
Saturday, February 3, 2024 – BOTH WORKSHOPS - Story & Screenwriting || Fees: $100
ODYSSEY WORKSHOP - ACTING & DIRECTING
Saturday, February 24, 2024 – MORNING – Acting & Characters || Fees: $50
Saturday, February 24, 2024 – AFTERNOON – Directing the Camera || Fees: $75
Saturday, February 24, 2024 – BOTH WORKSHOPS – Acting & Directing || Fees: $100
ODYSSEY WORKSHOP – STORY & LANGUAGE OF FILM
Saturday, March 2, 2024 – MORNING - Story & Acting || Fees: $50
Saturday, March 2, 2024 – AFTERNOON – Language of Film || Fees: $75
Saturday, March 2, 2024 – BOTH WORKSHOPS - Story & Language of Film || Fees: $100
ODYSSEY PROGRAM EXPERIENTIAL THREE-WEEK SUMMER CAMP
Residential: $4500 Sunday, June 9 – Friday, June 28, 2024
Day Camp: $3600 Sunday, June 9 – Friday, June 28, 2024
ODYSSEY INTENSIVE: STORIES AND SCRIPTS
Residential: $1500 Sunday, July 7 – Friday, July 12, 2024
Day Camp: $1200 Sunday, July 7 – Friday, July 12, 2024
ODYSSEY INTENSIVE: ACTING AND DIRECTING
Residential: $1500 Sunday, July 14 – Friday, July 19, 2024
Day Camp: $1200 Sunday, July 14 – Friday, July 19, 2024
ODYSSEY INTENSIVE: 5-DAY FILM CHALLENGE
Residential: $1500 Sunday, July 21 – Friday, July 26, 2024
Day Camp: $1200 Sunday, July 21 – Friday, July 26, 2024
Columbia College Chicago
https://www.colum.edu/admissions/summer-at-columbia/index.html
Summer at Columbia is an intensive four-week program for high school students interested in exploring the arts, media, and communications fields.
This experience gives you the chance to take a college-level course with Columbia College Chicago faculty while learning about the creative industries. The best part? If you enroll as a student at Columbia, the credits you earn during Summer at Columbia count toward your degree.
Collaborate with students from all over the U.S. and world as you cultivate your talent in areas like:
- Cinema and Television Production
- Game Development
- Illustration
- Photography
Cornell University - Summer College
https://www.sce.cornell.edu/sc/
Plan now for spring and summer online
Get a head start on college by taking fascinating online undergraduate courses taught by esteemed Cornell faculty, earn college credits and a Cornell transcript, and prep for college admissions.
- Spring study: Enroll by Jan. 22 in "Intro to Evolution and Diversity"
- Summer study: Three- and six-week online summer courses will be posted in the coming months. Applications open in late January. (Note: The summer residential program will not be offered in 2024.)
Denison University - Reynolds Writing Project
THE REYNOLDS YOUNG WRITERS WORKSHOP AT DENISON
The Reynolds Young Writers Workshop at Denison is an energizing 8-day program for motivated high school students (rising juniors and seniors) who love to write. For nearly 30 years, the Reynolds Workshop has brought together young writers who are passionate about writing and eager to connect to a close-knit community of writing friends. The workshop is held each June on the beautiful campus of Denison University, a leading liberal arts college, in the village of Granville, Ohio.
PROGRAM EVENTS
UPCOMING WORKSHOP DATES: JUNE 22 TO 29, 2024
THE REYNOLDS YOUNG WRITERS WORKSHOP ONLINE APPLICATION WILL BE AVAILABLE ON JANUARY 15, 2024. PLEASE CHECK BACK THEN.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: MARCH 1, 2024 AT 11:59PM
Duke University
https://learnmore.duke.edu/precollege/all-programs
Pre-College Programs
Duke Pre-College Programs provide motivated current 6th-11th grade students with experiential learning and academic experiences in a university setting. Building on the legacy programs such as Duke Youth Programs and the Duke Talent Identification Program (TIP), Duke Pre-College Programs inspire and challenge the next generation of thinkers and leaders while offering them a glimpse into the opportunities for their future. Our diverse courses are tailored to the interests and questions top of mind for today’s students while delivering the Duke experience through interactions with Duke faculty, researchers and guest speakers, who are experts in their fields.
View the 2024 Duke Pre-College Viewbook.
Elon University
We’re excited to officially announce that we’re set to offer the third year of the Emerging Journalists Program at Elon University, which offers the ideal opportunity for high school students to explore what it means to be a journalist, to report and to produce news that informs communities. We hope you’ll let your students know about this free opportunity.
Applications are now open, and the first of four monthly virtual interactive learning sessions is scheduled for January. Students may apply for our virtual sessions only or for both the virtual component and the on-campus summer experience, scheduled for June 17-28, 2024, at Elon. This on-campus residential learning workshop is open to students from diverse socio-economic, racial and ethnic backgrounds. And, again, it’s completely free. EJP pays for students’ travel, lodging, meals and instructional materials.
Last year’s summer cohort produced a newspaper, a 45-minute newscast and a website. Here’s a snapshot of what our students did while on campus with us.
We hope this is an opportunity that will interest you and your students. Please feel free to share this email, my contact information and the attached one-pager that features more information about the Emerging Journalists Program. Interested students may apply at www.elon.edu/ejp. And if you’d like to talk more, please feel free to email me at cdonohue@elon.edu or call 336-278-5850.
Emory University
PRE-COLLEGE - A TASTE OF COLLEGE LIFE
The Emory Pre-College Program is a summer academic program for high school students. It gives current sophomores and juniors an exciting glimpse of academic and/or residential life at a top-ranked national university.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
2024 Applications are open! App fees waived for all submitted applications until Feb 1st.
EVENTS:
Join us for our final Info Session -- Saturday, January 13 at 9:00am Eastern. Recording will be sent to all registered participants. Registration required.
VIRTUAL OFFICE HOURS
Do you have questions about the Emory Pre-College Program? We welcome the opportunity to speak with you! Please only schedule one appointment with a team member for general application and international student questions.
- Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:00 - 11:00 am or 1:00 - 3:00 pm Eastern -- Schedule Now
- Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:00 - 11:00 am Eastern -- Schedule Now
GET STARTED
STEP 1 CHOOSE A PROGRAM
Every summer we offer a wide range of 100+ courses all taught by Emory faculty. These courses are divided between two programs -- Pre-College (noncredit) and Summer College (credit bearing).
COMPARE PROGRAMSSTEP 2 BROWSE & FIND YOUR COURSE
Visit our course listings to search by your favorite subject, instruction method, date ranges, etc.
BROWSE COURSESSTEP 3 REVIEW COSTS & SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION
Determine costs based on your chosen program and course. Explore additional funding options and review our payment and refund policies.
RESEARCH COSTS & SCHOLARSHIPSSTEP 4 VERIFY ELIGIBILITY & START YOUR APPLICATION
Ensure that you are eligible to apply to our programs. Review the application checklist for any additional requirements. Start a new application, or complete an open application.
STEP 5 CHECK YOUR EMAIL
All communications on your application status and updates will be emailed to you.
Georgetown University
http://scs.georgetown.edu/departments/21/summer-programs-for-high-school-students/
Georgetown Hoya Summer High School Sessions
Hoya Summer High School Sessions applications are now open.
Join us for our upcoming webinar on April 16 at 4 - 5pm ET
RSVPGeorgetown’s Hoya Summer High School Sessions offer an immersive learning experience that prepares you with the tools needed for college success. Ranging in length from one to eight weeks, our programs span a wide range of subjects, covering everything from forensic science and politics to creative writing. You’ll have the opportunity to meet classmates from around the world and earn college credit.
Develop the tools you need to gain a competitive edge and get a head start on college in this five-week credit program. Standardized Test Prep and Seminars are included with college prep courses.
Earn official university credit, learn from world-renowned faculty, and engage in challenging coursework through these undergraduate courses.
Academies
Take an in-depth look at a topic of interest and get a glimpse into the college experience through these accelerated programs.
1-Week Academies:
- American Politics Academy
Jul 14–20, 2024 - Artificial Intelligence Academy
Jul 28–Aug 3, 2024 - Creative Writing Academy
Jul 14–20, 2024 - International Relations Academy
Jun 23–Jul 27, 2024 - Law Academy
Jun 9–Aug 3, 2024 - 1-Week Medical Academy
Jun 9–Jul 13, 2024 - National Security & Intelligence Academy
Jul 21–27, 2024 - Nursing Academy
Jul 14–20, 2024 - U.S. Campaigns & Elections Academy
Jul 21–27, 2024 - Washington & the World Academy
Jul 28–Aug 3, 2024
2-Week Academies:
- Biotechnology for Science & Health Academy
Jun 16–28, 2024 - Bridges to Social Justice Academy
Jun 30–Jul 12, 2024 - Entrepreneurship Academy
Jun 16–28, 2024 - Forensic Science Academy
Jul 28–Aug 9, 2024 - Sports Industry Management Academy
Jul 7–19, 2024
3-Week Academies:
- Business Academy
Jul 14–Aug 2, 2024 - Economics Policy Academy
Jul 14–Aug 2, 2024 - Foreign Policy Academy
Jun 23–Jul 12, 2024 - 3-Week Medical Academy
Jun 9–28, 2024
Seminars
Looking to get even more out of your Georgetown experience? Sign up for a Seminar! Once you have been admitted to any summer program, no additional application is necessary for the Seminars and they are available to any interested high school students for an additional cost of $250. Seminars are designed to give you resources, knowledge, and techniques as you prepare for college.
Introduction to the SAT & ACT Seminar
This course covers test-taking strategies, time-management skills, and critical reading methods that are central to mastering the SAT and ACT tests. Choose from one of two different sessions, where you’ll have the opportunity to take a full-length digital SAT or full-length paper ACT, after which you’ll receive an individualized, comprehensive analysis of your results.
Course Fee: $250*
Course Dates & Time:
Introduction to the SAT & ACT Seminar Session I:
Wednesday, June 19 - 6:30–8:00 p.m.
Thursday June 20 - 6:30–8:00 p.m.
Saturday, June 22 - 9:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Introduction to the SAT & ACT Seminar Session II:
Wednesday, July 24 - 6:30–8:00 p.m.
Thursday July 25 - 6:30–8:00 p.m.
Saturday, July 27 - 9:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
College Essay-Writing Seminar
This 2-hour evening class will review the organization, content, and style of successful college essays. Offered twice during the summer, you’ll have the opportunity to review sample essays, generate ideas for topics, develop a comprehensive outline, and write a complete college admissions essay.
Course Fee: $250*
Course Dates & Time:
College Essay Writing Seminar Session I:
Thursday June 27 - 6:30–8:30 p.m.
Introduction to the SAT & ACT Seminar Session II:
Thursday August 1 - 6:30–8:00 p.m.
Gettysburg College
https://www.gettysburg.edu/offices/conference-event-services/summer-programs
Check back for 2024 updates.
At Gettysburg College, we’re here, all of us, to do great work. Join our community of passionate achievers this summer, on a campus where history and innovation meet to shape the future.
Rising high school students attending a Gettysburg College summer camp will experience an immersive learning environment, welcoming atmosphere, and historic yet contemporary campus setting. Each program is led by subject-matter experts – Gettysburg College faculty, staff and students.
Stay tuned for information regarding all 2024 summer camp opportunities! Contact conferences@gettysburg.edu with any immediate questions.
Harvard University
https://summer.harvard.edu/high-school-programs/
Overview of our Summer College Programs for High School Students
Challenge yourself in college-level academics.
Meet new friends from around the world.
Strengthen your college application.
Build life skills to be successful in college and beyond.
Choose between 2-, 4-, and 7-week options.
Choose from rigorous non-credit or college-credit courses.
Harvard’s Summer College Programs for high school students are intensive programs designed to give students a glimpse of college and the opportunity to challenge themselves in college-level academics. You’ll meet new friends from around the world and build important life skills that can make your future college experience a success — all while strengthening your college application.
The Secondary School program offers over 200 for credit college courses in total between the 4- and 7-week programs.
- In this immersive experience you’ll learn alongside high school and college students from around the globe.
- The format of our 7-week program is flexible, so choose from on-campus, commuting, or online.
Apply to the Secondary School Program
The Pre-College program is exclusively on campus and has three, 2-week sessions you can choose from over the summer.
- Learn alongside peers from around the world in these non-credit, but academically rigorous courses.
Howard University (HBCU)
Indiana University
Business Is Global: Where business, language, and culture meet.
The summer program is designed specifically for rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors interested in learning more about less commonly taught languages, international business fundamentals, and the cultures of economies around the world.
The all-inclusive $1,900 program fee includes food, lodging and classroom materials during the two-week program, as well as access to countless resources on the IU campus and a variety of planned cultural activities and entertainment. Scholarships are available.
High school students: While staying on the beautiful Indiana University Bloomington campus, enjoy great curriculum taught by our world-class faculty. Join us this summer to immerse yourself in cultures and languages from around the world. Explore key business disciplines. Experience personal and professional development. Discover opportunities in higher education and the world of international business.
- If you will be a rising high school sophomore, junior, or senior in the summer of 2024 and are interested in experiencing the intersection of business, language, and culture—this two-week program is for you. This intensive experience, presented by IU CIBER (the Indiana University Center for International Business Education and Research) will bring to life the phrase “business is global.”
Apply here: Business Is Global: Summer Language Program | Institute for International Business | Indiana Kelley (iu.edu)
There are many other camps at IU; view them here: Programs: Precollege Programs: Indiana University Bloomington
Journalism
http://mediaschool.indiana.edu/hsji/
About HSJI
The High School Journalism Institute is an outreach program of The Media School at Indiana University that promotes and supports high school journalism education. Our annual summer workshops provide hands-on, immersive training opportunities for both students and teachers.
Since our founding in 1946, we've taught more than 30,000 high school students, laying the groundwork for the careers of thousands of future journalists.
Our mission
Founded in 1946, the High School Journalism Institute serves as a continuing education outreach program for both in-state and out-of-state secondary school students and teachers. HSJI provides a number of learning opportunities annually to achieve this service function:
- A series of intensive journalistic non-credit five-day workshops each summer intended primarily for staff members of secondary school media outlets as well as for high school students wishing to explore journalism as an academic or career interest.
- Several summer journalism workshop opportunities, some carrying graduate credit, for high school teachers.
- Consulting service by the director to Indiana high schools.
- Online resources supportive of secondary school journalism education.
A 5-day journalism immersion
The High School Journalism Institute is a summer program inviting student journalists to the IU campus for a week of skill development. Our workshops provide you with a chance to connect with journalism professionals, meet student journalists and award-winning advisers, and produce engaging work.
Rising high school freshmen through rising college freshmen are eligible to attend HSJI.
Most days at HSJI will include small-group classes, individualized instruction, large-group lectures, and evening activities so you can meet others who share your passion for journalism. Workshops cover all areas of journalism, from documentary filmmaking to sports reporting and editing.
Summer 2024 session dates: July 8-12 & July 14-18
Landmark College
Summer Learning Opportunities for Students who learn differently
High School Summer Program
There is more to being part of a college community than living on campus. This three-week program instills the values of mutual respect, dedication to academic achievement, and opportunity for personal change and growth. When it is time for them to matriculate on to a college campus, students in this program will be better prepared to interact with faculty members and fellow students.
Program Dates:
Saturday, July 6 – Saturday, July 27, 2024*
*Classes will be held on Friday and residence halls will close at noon on Saturday the 27th.
Costs: Traditional Track: $5,990
Social Pragmatics Track: $7,390
Plus $150 refundable damage deposit
(Cost includes double occupancy residence hall room, meals, and activities.)
- Summer Short-term Program Application (Online)
- Summer Program Application (PDF)
- Elective & Course Selection Form—Coming Soon
- Pay application fee here
Our High School Summer Program is for students who are challenged by the demands of academics for a variety of reasons and motivated to address these challenges. We have designed this program to introduce students to skills and strategies that will help them prepare for college-level work. They will learn new techniques and understand the importance of reflecting on their learning habits. Students will also experience college life as members of a living and learning community. Some students who attend this program may need additional support to participate socially, adapt to a new environment, and engage in community activities. Our social pragmatic track is designed to provide a level of support through a specialized learning course that embeds an introduction to PEERS® instruction (PEERS® is an evidence-based social skills program) as well as social coaching as needed.
During the program students are encouraged to develop a greater appreciation of learning through experiential and practical activities. Students learn to apply writing process strategies, understand their academic strengths and personal learning style, integrate stronger academic strategies and practices, and begin to focus on the development of better habits for success.
The program curriculum is separated into three segments of course work: a core course providing a foundation for other coursework and activities; a writing class that covers the basics of proficient writing; and a general elective providing an opportunity for students to apply what they are learning. Each weekday students participate in three courses, activities each afternoon, academic prep four nights a week, and group programs and activities on the weekend.
We know not everyone learns in the same way. Our experience with young people who learn differently suggests a sense of self and good insight into one’s individual learning style can make a significant difference in outcomes at school.
Our experienced summer faculty and staff will help students begin to:
- Understand themselves as learners
- Develop a writing process that uses proven techniques to generate clear writing with fewer struggles
- Integrate strategies and practices into content courses
- Focus on the development of better daily habits
NOTE: Students must be between 16 and 18 years of age, have completed their sophomore year of high school, and be returning to high school in the fall. Participants are not required to have a diagnosed learning disability to participate.
Specifics
Questions?
Carroll Paré
802-387-6885
cpare@landmark.edu
Lehigh University
We are excited to share that we are accepting applications from current high school sophomores and juniors for our Iacocca Global Entrepreneurship Intensive (IGEI)! This program will be hosted on Lehigh's campus from June 23 – July 20, 2024 in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. During this immersive experience, participants engage in dynamic learning opportunities, workshops and design labs, visits to companies and start-ups and a team-based business consulting project with a real client company. Through experiential learning, we challenge participants to become innovative, interactive and culturally adept doers, ready to meet the challenges of the 21st century and beyond in creative and collaborative ways.
For more information and to apply, visit the Iacocca Global Entrepreneurship Intensive website, or join us for an upcoming information session.
All applicants who choose the January 15 deadline will receive the 10% early bird pricing discount; applicants in that cycle will also have the option to apply for need-based financial assistance.
The early decision deadline for this program is February 12, 2024. Students can reach out to gesummer@lehigh.edu to sign up for an information session, to ask questions or to learn more!
Miami University (Ohio)
http://www.miamioh.edu/admission/high-school/summer-scholars/
Check website for updated information. Not available at this time.
Morehouse College (HBCU - Men)
https://morehouse.edu/academics/programs-2/
PROGRAMS
Morehouse and its partners administer numerous programs which serve students of all ages and help everyone expand their knowledge, perspectives, and personal and professional development.
ELEMENTARY AND MIDDLE SCHOOL PROGRAMS
HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAMS
PRE-COLLEGE AND COLLEGE PROGRAMS
North Carolina A & T (HBCU)
https://www.ncat.edu/caes/future-students/summer-programs-for-high-school-students.php
Not updated yet - Check back often
North Carolina State University
https://admissions.ncsu.edu/pre-college-programs/
The Office of Undergraduate Admissions offers three different pre-college programs for high school students that focus on three key components: exposure to the college academic environment, preparation for the college application and financial aid process and establishment of a strong sense of community through peer engagement and near-peer mentorship. Our programs are geared toward first-generation students and have an emphasis on cultural programming during the on-campus component. All students are welcome to apply.
Each program offers you the opportunity to:
- Interact with NC State admissions representatives, faculty, staff and alumni
- Participate in college preparation workshops featuring how to approach the college search process, navigating financial aid and scholarships and application essay writing tips
- Engage in sessions pertaining to culture and community on college campuses
- Experience the college academic environment by participating in lectures and hands-on workshops from NC State college partners
Participating in one of our pre-college programs is a year-long commitment. Beginning with the week-long on-campus summer component, students will continue to engage with program staff, peers and campus partners through a series of on-campus and virtual events throughout the year.
- June: Week-long on-campus residential program
- October: On-campus application workshop and mentor panel
- December: Virtual mentor panel and check-in
- February: Virtual ACT preparation workshops for juniors
- April: Virtual mentor panel and decision day celebration for seniors
Rising high school juniors and seniors who identify with, or have an interest in, each program’s respective communities are encouraged to apply if they are interested in pursuing higher education, are leaders in their school or community and have an unweighted GPA of 3.4 or higher or are in the top 15% of their graduating class.
If selected to attend the program, we ask participants to accept their offer by paying the $20 program fee. Questions can be directed to the pre-college programming staff at undergrad-precollege@ncsu.edu.
Northwestern University
http://sps.northwestern.edu/program-areas/summer/high-school-programs/index.php
COLLEGE PREPARATION PROGRAM
Experience college life this summer in Northwestern’s College Prep Program. Rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors can take courses for college credit or choose from two-week e-FOCUS (online) or IN-FOCUS (on campus) seminars covering a range of topics.
National High School Institute (Cherubs)
NHSI has five divisions: Debate, Speech, Film & Video Production, and Theater Arts. Students gain practical college-level experience in their chosen field; interact closely with outstanding faculty; tackle new social and intellectual challenges; and experience campus life with other exceptional high school students.
Medill Cherubs Northwestern Journalism Institute
This in-depth, five-week program is designed for students who have just finished their junior year of high school and wish to become better writers and editors for print, online and broadcast. Enrollment is limited to 84 and students typically come from as many as 25 states and abroad. Teachers are top-notch practitioners and distinguished Northwestern faculty.
The Center for Talent Development
CTD offers enrichment programs for academically talented students from PreK through grade 12, facilitating high achievement, self-confidence and a love of learning among participants.
Wildcat Sports Camps
Run by many of the top intercollegiate coaches in the country, Wildcat Sports Camps provide a fun and exciting learning environment for youth of all ages. Campers have the opportunity to learn more about their sport, improve skills and receive guidance from coaches and student athletes alike.
University of Notre Dame Summer Scholars
http://precollege.nd.edu/summer-scholars/
Dates: Session I: June 8 - 22, 2024 | Session II: June 29 - July 13, 2024
Summer Scholars participants spend two intensive weeks on Notre Dame's campus taking a challenging college-level course taught by Notre Dame faculty. We keep the classes small and personal attention from Notre Dame faculty high. The coursework is a true preview of college academics—it is both rigorous and rewarding, and students could earn one transferable college credit upon the completion of a program track. Students collaborate on coursework outside designated class times as they would in any college setting. There is also ample time to enjoy the social facets of college life, especially those unique to Notre Dame.
Check out a day in the life of a Summer Scholars student!
Apply Summer Scholars Session I
Apply Summer Scholars Session II
Christianity and the World Religions
Summer Scholars Session IIClimate Change: Fighting for the Future of Our Planet
Summer Scholars Session IIConfronting Poverty: Bringing Service to Justice
Summer Scholars Session ICreativity in the Age of Artificial Intelligence
Summer Scholars Session IIGender and Culture in American Society
Summer Scholars Session IIGlobal Health: Science, Medicine, and the Social Determinants of Health
Summer Scholars Session IIIntroduction to Data Visualization and Storytelling
Summer Scholars Session IIIntroduction to Philosophy: The Beautiful, the Sublime, & the Human
Summer Scholars Session IILearning by Design: Visual Design and the Learning Sciences
Summer Scholars Session ILife Sciences: Ecology and Environmental Science and Cancer Biology
Summer Scholars Session I & IIMaking Headlines: An Introduction to Journalism
Summer Scholars Session IINeuroscience: Understanding the Human Body's Command Center
Summer Scholars Session IResearch Computing: Computers Accelerating Discovery
Summer Scholars Session IThem and US: Climate, Conflict, Inequality, and Migration
Summer Scholars Session IUnder the Influence: Teens and Screens
Summer Scholars Session IWorld Politics and Power: An Introduction to International Relations
Summer Scholars Session I
The Ohio State University
Who: High school students interested in exploring careers in accounting and business.
Where: Fisher College of Business at The Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio
What: ACAP-OHIO is an innovative development program designed specifically for minority high school students. This fully supervised, weeklong summer residency program provides minority students an opportunity to explore careers in accounting and business. During their stay on campus, students attend a variety of business and college preparatory workshops and are introduced to topics such as accounting, finance, economics, computer technology, and business management.
Who: All female students may apply. Preference rising high school seniors with a minimum 3.0 GPA.
What: The annual Mary Helen Wolfe Chandler Future Women in Business Summit, prepares and educates young women about the world of business and introduce attendees to a variety of topics within business while experiencing Ohio State and Fisher College of Business.
- Interact with successful Fisher alumnae and current students
- Participate in workshops with top Fisher faculty and company recruiters
- Cultivate professional development and first-impression skills through an etiquette lunch
- Connect with like-minded women interested in business
- Learn about the college application process and Ohio State
- Summer Enrichment Programs | Fisher College of Business (osu.edu)
Parsons Paris
https://fashionanddesign.precollegeprograms.org/
Explore the world of fashion before college
Want to delve into the world of fashion before you decide what you’ll study in college? Parsons Paris has created online courses for students 13 and up to introduce you to this vibrant field. Taught by experts in Paris fashion through video lectures, courses cover everything from business, history, and trends to actual design methods and potential careers. Multi-length courses are available year-round. The asynchronous, online format allows you to study anywhere, anytime, at your own pace and gives you the flexibility to take multiple courses. You will also receive valuable guidance from Parsons' mentors.
Current Courses Available
Inside the Business of Fashion and Luxury
Everyone knows the glamour of the fashion runway — but what makes it all work? This course takes you behind the scenes. Learn the business side of the industry. Discover the many careers available in fashion aside from design. Understand how brands and trends are created, how sustainable materials spur creativity — and the role of social media influencers. You will even virtually visit a Louis Vuitton workshop. See whether there’s a future for you in fashion.
Inside Fashion Design: Becoming a Designer for the 21st Century
Want to know how top designers come up with ideas? This course takes you through the process they follow. You’ll use the same process to develop a concept and illustrate your own ideas for a fashion line. Learn methods for pattern cutting, draping and assembly. Bring your ideas to life through storytelling, mood boards and video.
Sustainability: The Future of Fashion
Can fashion and the environment exist in harmony? Discover how the fashion industry is using its creativity to embrace environmentally-responsible practices. Learn about eco-friendly approaches to design, fabrics that come from nature, and the power of green branding. You will even develop your own vision for a sustainable and fashion forward future.
Build Your Own Fashion Brand
Have you dreamed about creating your own fashion line? This course will lead you through the steps required to make your dream a reality. You’ll start by defining your vision. Then you’ll learn how to write a business plan and build awareness through social media, and you’ll find out what it takes to get your line produced. You’ll even devise an elevator pitch to communicate in seconds what makes your brand different.
Purdue University
https://www.purdue.edu/mep/Pre-College-Programs/MITE.html
The Multiethnic Introduction to Engineering (MITE) program was developed, in the summer of 1975, at Purdue University. Originally a two-week program, MITE is now a four-week, two-credit college simulation program modeled after the Freshman Engineering Academic Boot Camp that focuses on college readiness with a strong emphasis on math and engineering projects. MITE is an outreach strategy aiming to attract underrepresented students, i.e., African American, Native American, Hispanic American, to pursue engineering at Purdue.
Participants will live in one of Purdue University's world-class residence halls, engage with students from across the nation in various activities, meet current undergraduate and graduate engineering students, faculty, and administrators. They will learn about our 15 unique engineering majors and a wide variety of potential engineering careers. We have seen an average improvement of SAT math scores of 90 points. The highest increase was 180 points as measured through pre-and post-testing. All participants may apply to Purdue at the close of the program.
PROGRAM CONTENT
- Engineering Research and Design
- Mathematics and Chemistry
- Engineering Projects
- English Composition and Writing
- SAT review
- Time management
HANDS-ON PROJECTS
Students learn about the engineering design process used to solve some of the world's most pertinent challenges. They will complete two engineering design projects led by graduate assistants and engage in friendly competition while developing presentation skills.
ACADEMIC RELATIONS
Participants will leave with skills to help them improve their academic profile. With a strong focus on mathematics, students will have two pre-assessments and receive a license for an online educational program that they can continue to use after the program has concluded.
AFFORDABILITY
Scholarships are available for students who meet need-based scholarship requirements.
APPLICATION
To apply, please click here.
Individuals of all races, genders, and backgrounds are welcome.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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Helpful Information Regarding Cost, How to Pay, and Scholarships
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OTHER SUMMER PROGRAMS:
Read about the different options here: Fun-Sized Courses - Summer College for High School Students - Purdue University
Ross Mathematics Camps at Rose-Hulman Inst of Tech and Otterbein University
The application portal for 2024 is open; you can start your application by visiting https://apply.rossprogram.org.
For full consideration, completed applications must be submitted before March 15. The Ross Admissions Committee will begin reading applications on March 16, and admission decisions will be made later that month.
The 2024 Ross/USA Program will have in-person, six-week, residential sessions at two locations:
at Otterbein University in Columbus; Ohio:
June 9 (Sun) through July 19, 2024.
at Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology in Terre Haute, Indiana:
June 16 (Sun) through July 26, 2024.
It is possible that Ross/Asia will return in 2025.
The Ross Program is an intensive summer experience designed to encourage motivated pre-college students to explore mathematics. During those weeks, students are immersed in a world of mathematical discovery.
Dr. Arnold Ross founded this multi-level program at Notre Dame University in 1957. Its growth was then spurred by the launch of the Sputnik satellite and the subsequent surge of interest in science education. Arnold Ross’s Program has run every summer since then, associated mostly with Ohio State University from 1964 through 2018. In 2019, the Program moved to Ohio Dominican University. In 2020 and 2021 the Ross Program was entirely online, but in-person sessions resumed in 2022 at Ohio Dominican University and Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology.
Our central goal has always been to instruct bright young students in the art of mathematical thinking and to inspire them to discover for themselves that abstract ideas are valuable and important. First year participants take the basic course in number theory. For most students, this is the first time they are asked to consider entirely new questions, to develop methods that they have not seen before, and to justify every answer.
The value of a mathematics education lies not only in obtaining proficiency in computational tasks, but also in building a foundation for critical thinking. Students who have never asked why things work the way they do are not prepared to lead the way to future scientific innovation. It is precisely this independence of thought and questioning attitude that the Ross Program strives to nurture.
Ambitious pre-college students with interests in mathematics and science are invited to apply. First-year students range in age from 15 to 18 years old. (In rare cases, younger or older students are accepted.) Admission decisions are based on several criteria, including: school transcripts; teacher recommendations; essays concerning the applicant’s interests and goals; and the applicant’s work on some challenging math problems.
Undergraduate math majors and math graduate students are invited to apply to be a Ross Counselor.
NOTE. The Ross Program cannot accommodate students who must arrive more than two days after the start of classes.
Each Ross student is asked to pay a program fee of $6000. Those funds are used to pay for six weeks of room and board, to hire instructors and counselors, and to cover incidental costs of developing and running math courses.
NOTE: Financial aid is certainly available. Accepted applicants are encouraged to apply for aid if their families have some financial need. We hope to provide enough support to enable every accepted applicant to attend this great Program.
The Ross Program application is posted on the to apply page. For full consideration, completed applications must be submitted by March 15. The Ross Admissions Committee begins reading the application on March 16.
Acceptance decisions will be made in April, and the process will be completed by May.
University of Pennsylvania
https://summer.sas.upenn.edu/programs/high-school
Penn Arts and Sciences High School Programs welcomes bright and ambitious high school students from around the world to experience the Ivy League. Whether you’re ready for an immersive pre-collegiate experience, looking for advanced studies in a field that fascinates you, or planning to get a head start on college admissions by earning academic credit, we have a program for you.
At Penn, you can explore exciting topics in college-level courses taught by University faculty, staff, and scholars, and seek academic support or further study through Penn’s remarkable libraries and campus learning centers. Explore our offerings—with options in the summer and academic year, specialized studies or academic exploration, with or without academic credit—and choose the right path for you.
Experience the best of Penn
Penn offers academic challenges for talented high school students who want to learn from—and alongside of—the very best in the Ivy League.
Our programs include:
FALL AND SPRING
Young Scholars Program
SUMMER ONLY
Summer Academies
SUMMER ONLY
Penn Summer Prep
SUMMER ONLY
Pre-College Programs
Smith College
Precollege Programs
Smith Precollege Programs are open to students entering 9th-12th grade in the fall of 2024. Smith is a residential women’s college. Our Precollege Programs offer a Smith experience for high school students. Review our Codes of Conduct for students and parents/guardians to ensure that this program is the right fit for you. College credit is not offered.
Apply Now
Applications for all precollege programs are now open! Assessed on a rolling basis, applicants can submit their materials until May 2024.
Summer Precollege Programs
July 21–27, 2024
This one-week precollege program will help you prepare for college. It is for those who need to catch up after remote learning, want to broaden their academic skills or need guidance in preparing their applications.
July 6–19, 2024
The Creative Writing Workshop lets you explore your writing in a creative and supportive environment. This program will foster your love of writing in a variety of mediums. All levels of writing welcome in this inclusive workshop.
July 6–19; July 21–August 3, 2024
The Summer Science and Engineering Program is for exceptional students with strong interests in science and engineering. You will engage in hands-on research with Smith faculty in life and physical sciences and in engineering.
July 21–August 3, 2024
How do activists, organizers, change agents and everyday individuals who value the health of environmental systems maintain their work? Join like-minded individuals who believe in the possibility of positive change and want to come together to shape a different tomorrow.
Women, Gender, & Representation
July 21–August 3, 2024
Explore your interests in women in politics and history, intersectional feminism and race in literature and beyond. All courses in this program give attention to historical context and use an intersectional analytical framework.
Spelman College (HBCU - Women)
https://www.spelman.edu/academics/summer-programs
Not updated yet - Check the website for updated details.
Stanford University
http://summercollege.stanford.edu/
Stanford Summer Session provides high-achieving and ambitious students a transformative educational experience at a world-class university. By combining challenging academics with a rich array of extra-curricular programming, Stanford Summer Session successfully shares the University’s culture of innovation, academic excellence, and global responsibility.
St. John’s College Summer Academy
https://www.sjc.edu/summer-academy
St. John’s Summer Academy is a college summer program for high school students (ages 15 to 18), modeled after St. John’s discussion-based, interdisciplinary method of teaching great books. A genuine introduction to college life, Summer Academy helps students hone their reading, critical thinking, and discussion skills in classes led by St. John’s faculty. This summer, we are offering week-long programs on our campuses in Annapolis, Maryland, and Santa Fe, New Mexico, and online programs from your own home. Summer Academy is perfect for high school students who want to immerse themselves in books, ideas, and a community that loves learning as much as you do. And it is fun!
GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT CAMP
Join our mailing list for future sessions!
Summer Academy Sessions 2024
Sessions are hosted on both St. John’s campus locations, in Annapolis, MD and Santa Fe, NM, and online. Scroll through the different summer academy sessions happening next June and July, 2024.
Santa Fe
BEGINNINGS: INQUIRING INTO THE ORIGINS OF POLITICS, POETRY, AND MATHEMATICS
July 7–13 | During this week of Summer Academy, we will encounter a range of classic “beginnings” in an effort to understand the diverse ways that they shape our experience of the world. From beginnings in time, politics and religion, to timeless elements such as mathematical and philosophical Principles; we will also dive into creative and imaginative powers of poetry as well. Join us as we as we use a multidisciplinary approach to explore the elements that help us understand the origin and beginning of time.
BEGINNINGS SESSIONCIVIL DISOBEDIENCE: UNDERSTANDING THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE ONE AND THE MANY
July 14–20 | This week we will read a range of texts and speeches, literary, philosophic, political, and scientific, as well as film and scientific experimentation to answer some of our greatest questions about civil disobedience. Our goal is to come to a deeper understanding of the relationship between the one and the many in our modern society. Spend a week with your peers seeking out truth, understanding, and defining for yourself what liberty, freedom, and civility means.
CIVIL DISOBEDIENCE SESSIONLOVE AND FRIENDSHIP: AUSTEN AND ARISTOTLE; HUMAN GOODNESS, VIRTUE, AND THE RELATIONSHIPS THAT BIND US TOGETHER
July 21–27 | Love and friendship seem essential to our existence. No human being would choose to be without them, and our happiness seems importantly to depend upon them. We will take time this week to reflect upon these vital relationships that move the human soul and bind us together.
LOVE & FRIENDSHIP SESSIONAnnapolis
A WEEK WITH SOCRATES
June 23-29 | A pesky gadfly. A numbing torpedo-fish. A seductive satyr. These are only three of the many images found in Plato’s dialogues that are used to describe Socrates. During this week of Summer Academy, we will have an opportunity to encounter this many-sided and much-debated figure for ourselves.
SOCRATES SESSIONCONSCIOUSNESS AND MIND: EXAMINATION OF THE MIND IN WORKS OF LITERATURE, PHILOSOPHY, AND SCIENCE
June 30–July 6 | As conscious beings, it can be difficult for us to step back from the workings of our own minds to ask what it is that our minds actually do. Fortunately, many great thinkers have attempted to take that step back and examine the conscious mind in works of literature, philosophy, and science. We’ll rise to the challenge along with them, questioning the nature of the conscious mind and the many forms of its activity.
CONSCIOUSNESS & MIND SESSIONORDER & DISORDER: PATTERNS IN MATHEMATICS, SYSTEMS OF GOVERNMENT, LAWS OF NATURE
July 7–13 | There are many indications that we live in a well-ordered world that operates in accordance with discoverable principles. But do such patterns, systems, and laws tell the whole story? Foundational works of poetry, philosophy, and mathematics will offer us an opportunity to examine the various sources of order in our world—and also to question them and consider their limits.
ORDER & DISORDER SESSIONOnline Sessions 2023
HAMLET, BY WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE
June 24–28
MORE ABOUT ONLINE SESSIONSTHE ODYSSEY, BY HOMER
June 24–28
MORE ABOUT ONLINE SESSIONSSENSE AND SENSIBILITY, BY JANE AUSTEN
June 24-28
MORE ABOUT ONLINE SESSIONSTHE SYMPOSIUM, BY PLATO
June 24-28
MORE ABOUT ONLINE SESSIONSWHAT IS THE GREAT BOOKS READING PROGRAM?
We take great pride in our great books curriculum, which was adopted in 1937. The tradition of all students reading fundamental texts of Western civilization is the foundation of our education. Our Great Books Reading List includes classic works by Homer, Plato, Aristotle, Cervantes and more.
Our goal with the Summer Academy is to introduce high school students to the world of critical thinking and discussion while reading great books in subjects like philosophy, literature, psychology, history, religion, economics, science, astronomy, language, and more.
Tufts
https://universitycollege.tufts.edu/high-school
Choose the Program that is right for you...
At Tufts, our Pre-College Programs offer ambitious high school students the opportunity to learn from renowned faculty, scholars, & researchers and experience a rigorous academic environment at a leading higher education institution.
Summer 2024 Applications are now open!
Courses at Tufts for High Schoolers
Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer Options
Tufts Credit
Commuter
Virtual
Hybrid
July 29 – August 2, 2024
Virtual
July 1 – August 9, 2024
Tufts Credit
Residential
Hybrid
Session 1: July 7 – 19, 2024
Session 2: July 21 – August 2, 2024
Residential
Commuter
Hybrid
July 21 – August 2, 2024
Tufts Credit
Residential
Commuter
New
Eng!ineering with Artificial Intelligence
Session 1: July 7 – 19, 2024
Session 2: July 21 – August 2, 2024
Residential
Commuter
July 21 – August 2, 2024
Tufts Credit
Residential
Commuter
On-Campus: July 7 – 19, 2024
Virtual: July 28 – August 9, 2024
Tufts Credit
Residential
Virtual
Mini Med School: Careers in Medicine
July 7 – 19, 2024
Residential
Commuter
July 7 – 26, 2024
Residential
Commuter
Tufts Summer Research Experience
July 1 – August 9, 2024
Residential
Commuter
Virtual
Adventures in Veterinary Medicine
Session 1: July 7 – 19, 2024
Session 2: July 21 – August 2, 2024
Residential
Commuter
July 21 – August 2, 2024
Tufts Credit
Residential
Commuter
Session 1: July 7 – 19, 2024
Session 2: July 21 – August 2, 2024
Residential
Commuter
Session 1: July 7 – 19, 2024
Session 2: July 21 – August 2, 2024
Residential
Commuter
Entrepreneurship & Innovation Bootcamp
July 7 – 19, 2024
Residential
Commuter
Antimicrobial Resistance
July 7 – July 19, 2024
Residential
Commuter
Session 1: July 7 – 19, 2024
Session 2: July 21 – August 2, 2024
Residential
Commuter
Mini Med School: Clinical Experiences
Session 1: June 24 – 28 COMMUTER ONLY
Session 2: July 21 – 26
Residential
Commuter
Tulane University
Tulane University understands the world is facing big challenges. To inspire the next generation to think, act, and lead, we offer high school students an opportunity to delve into a hands-on approach to learning, grow as an independent young adult, and work with world-class instructors by participating in Tulane Pre-College Programs.
The Summer 2024 Application is open.
Make the most of your summer at Tulane Pre-College Programs. Find more information about the admissions process and what is needed for your application on our Admissions page.
Tulane Pre-College at a Glance
Find out what life at Tulane is all about. You will take part in the excitement of campus and have the opportunity to explore New Orleans.
Learn more about investing in your future and how Tulane Pre-College is committed to making high-quality education programs accessible.
Delve into the important details of Tulane Pre-College and get to know more about applying, enrolling, and attending our summer program.
Find the Right Course for You
Our academic programs cover a wide variety of subjects to meet high school students' needs. Whether you are interested in gender studies or neuroscience, we have a course for you.
Discover What Summer Can Be!
Unlock your true potential and explore your passions at Tulane Pre-College Programs.
Tuskegee University (HBCU)
https://www.tuskegee.edu/research-innovation/summer-programs
Summer Programs
for High School Students, College Students, and Teachers
Tuskegee University offers Summer Programs for 1) High School Students, 2) College Students, and 3) Teachers wishing to broaden their experience in their planned field of study and future careers. As we update our offerings for the summer, the listing below provides an overview of the types of programs and subject matter offered, as well as the general program dates and deadlines. As details about our summer programs are finalized, they will be posted here. Check back for Updates!
FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS
FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS
FOR TEACHERS
AgriTREK/SciTREK/AgDiscovery
2-wk residential program for HIGH SCHOOL students currently in grades 9-11. These programs create an awareness of the educational opportunities that are available in Science, Technology, Engineering, Agriculture and Mathematics (STEAM) and related areas through hands-on research, leadership development and personal enrichment activities.
PROGRAM DATES: TBA
APPLICATION DEADLINE: TBA
Sponsored by the College of Agriculture, Environment & Nutrition Sciences (CAENS)
CISC Summer Experience
Internship Program for COLLEGE STUDENTS seeking to be future farmers or agricultural specialists.
PROGRAM DATES: TBA
APPLICATION DEADLINE: TBA
Sponsored by the College of Agriculture, Environment and Nutrition Sciences (CAENS), Carver Integrative Sustainability Center (CISC), and 2FAS Program.
This unique experience will foster educational training of high school and middle school EDUCATORS in the area of food and agriculture while simultaneously providing them with tools to marry agriculture and computer science, resulting in a perfect training program in digital agriculture.
PROGRAM DATES: TBA
APPLICATION DEADLINE: TBA
(APPLICATION LINK)
Sponsored by the College of Agriculture, Environment & Nutrition Sciences (CAENS)
Alabama Youth Institute
1-day program for high school students. High school students engage with local leaders and experts on critical global challenges, participate in hands-on activities, and explore exciting ways to make a difference in Alabama and around the world. Each student participant qualifies for access to all-expenses-paid international internships and paid summer research or policy placements.
PROGRAM DATES: TBA
APPLICATION DEADLINE: TBA
Sponsored by the Cooperative Extension Program at CAENS
REEU Summer Internship Program at Tuskegee University
The Research and Extension Experiential Learning for Undergraduates (REEU) Program is a 10-week program for Rising Sophomore, Junior and Senior STEM Majors.
PROGRAM DATES: May 23 – July 28, 2024
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Feb. 15, 2024
(APPLICATION LINK)
Sponsored by the Biology Department - College of Arts and Sciences (CAS)
Genomics & Biotechnology Workshop
Tuskegee University’s Genomics & Biotechnology Workshop targets high school science TEACHERS and introduces them to basic concepts and advanced technologies in plant genomics and biotechnology. (VIEW FLYER)
PROGRAM DATES: TBA
APPLICATION DEADLINE: TBA
(APPLICATION LINK)
Sponsored by the College of Agriculture, Environment & Nutrition Sciences (CAENS)
CISC Summer Experience
Internship Program for high school students seeking to be future farmers or agricultural specialists.
PROGRAM DATES: TBA
APPLICATION DEADLINE: TBA
The 2023 CISC Summer Experience Internship is sponsored by the College of Agriculture, Environment and Nutrition Sciences (CAENS), Carver Integrative Sustainability Center (CISC), and 2FAS Program
Summer Enrichment Program (SERP)
(Application Link)
1-month program for college students who are considering Veterinary Medicine.
PROGRAM DATES: TBA
APPLICATION DEADLINE: TBA
Sponsored by the College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM)
This 2-day workshop, funded by Tuskegee University CAENS Cooperative Extension Progran (CEP) and organized by the Geospatial & Climate Change Center (GCCC), provides geospatial training to teachers from local minority high schools and community colleges.
PROGRAM DATES: TBA
APPLICATION DEADLINE: TBA
(APPLICATION LINK)
Sponsored by CAENS, CEP, and GCCC
EXERT Summer Camp
6-day residential program at Camp Chandler.
PROGRAM DATES:
TBA (for Rising 5th-7th Graders)
TBA (for Rising 8th & 9th Graders)
APPLICATION DEADLINE: TBA
Sponsored by the Cooperative Extension Program at CAENS
ITEST Alabama (STEM Summer Academy)
4-week non-residential program for Teachers.
(VIEW FLYER)
PROGRAM DATES: TBA
APPLICATION DEADLINE: TBA
(APPLICATION LINK)
Sponsored by the College of Business & Info. Science (CBIS)
FASTREC/ MITE
FASTREC -- 8-week residential program for high school graduates.
PROGRAM DATES: May 31-July 25, 2024
APPLICATION DEADLINE: TBA
(APPLICATION LINK FORTHCOMING)
MITE I -- 1-week residential program for high school students
PROGRAM DATES: June 9-15, 2024
APPLICATION DEADLINE: TBA
MITE II -- 1-week residential program for high school students
PROGRAM DATES: June 23-29, 2024
APPLICATION DEADLINE: TBA
MITAS --
PROGRAM DATES: July 14-20, 2024
APPLICATION DEADLINE: TBA
Sponsored by the College of Engineering (COE)
Verizon Innovative Learning STEM Achievers Teacher Workshop
This 2-day workshop provides hands-on training to teachers interested in incorporating next generation technologies into their classroom. Concepts include design thinking, 3D modeling and design, Augmented and Virtual realities, coding, robotics, and MORE. Workshop also reviews ways to access funding to increase STEM access in local area schools.
PROGRAM DATES: TBA
APPLICATION DEADLINE: TBA
(APPLICATION LINK) (VIEW FLYER)
Sponsored by the College of Agri. Envir.& Nutr. Sci.(CAENS)
Forestry & Natural Resources (FNR)-TREK
2-week residential program for students aged 14-17.
PROGRAM DATES: TBA
APPLICATION DEADLINE: TBA
Sponsored by the College of Agri. Envir. & Nutrition Sci. (CAENS)
iTEST Alabama (STEM Summer Academy)
4-week non-residential program for rising 9th-11th Graders. (VIEW FLYER)
PROGRAM DATES: TBA
APPLICATION DEADLINE: TBA
(APPLICATION LINK)
Sponsored by the College of Business & Info. Science (CBIS)
Preview Architecture & Construction Science at Tuskegee (PACT)
1-week residential program for High School students.
PROGRAM DATES: TBA
APPLICATION DEADLINE: TBA
Sponsored by the Taylor School of Architecture & Constr. Sci. (TSACS)
Verizon Innovative Learning (VIL) STEM Achievers for Boys and Girls
(previously called Young Men of Color Program)
The 2023 program will launch as a three-week non-residential program for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade boys AND girls! This is a NO COST program and includes meals, snacks, transportation, program, and learning materials, in addition to a stipend for scholars who successfully complete the program.
PROGRAM DATES: TBA
APPLICATION DEADLINE: TBA
Sponsored by the College of Agri. Envir. & Nutrition Sci. (CAENS)
Vet Step I and II
(Click here for Applications and more information)
Vet Step I -- 1-week residential program for rising 9th-10th Graders.
PROGRAM DATES: TBA
APPLICATION DEADLINE: TBA
Vet Step II -- 1-week residential program for rising 11th-12th Graders.
PROGRAM DATES: TBA
APPLICATION DEADLINE: TBA
Sponsored by the College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM)
NOTE: This list will be updated as information becomes available. Some programs may not take place every year.
University of Chicago Pre College Programs
The University of Chicago's Summer Session brings together a global community of thinkers who are excited by interesting questions and seek to engage new ideas. Discover diverse program opportunities designed to challenge and engage curious high school students this summer across a variety of subject areas and disciplines.
This summer, take advantage of the rich educational resources offered by this University of Chicago residential program and transform your passion into your expertise.
This summer, connect with UChicago both online and in-person!
Join us online this summer to explore new subjects, delve into a current interest with intense focus, and broaden your powers of perception while taking undergraduate courses at the University of Chicago.
This summer, take an undergraduate-level course with high school students from all over the world, from wherever you are!
RESEARCH IN THE BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES (RIBS)
Learn the techniques used in cutting-edge biological research and work in person at lab facilities at a premier research university.Learn an entire year of a language online this summer!
Join the Field Museum for a four-week intensive practicum in paleontology in Chicago and Wyoming.
The University of Chicago's summer enrichment programs offer pre-college students the opportunity to explore different areas of study and learn about different disciplines.
The College Bridge Program provides academically advanced high school students from the Chicago Public School system a way to go beyond their high school curriculum and study at the undergraduate level in the College at the University of Chicago.
University of Delaware
The Edge summer college program offers academically talented and motivated rising high school juniors and seniors from around the world an opportunity to live and learn on one of the most engaging college campuses on the East Coast.
Why Edge?
The UD Edge summer college program prepares high school students moving into their junior or senior year for a future as a successful college student. By emphasizing academic excellence, practical skill building and student leadership, Edge offers you the challenge, independence and excitement of a learning experience that can only be found at a top national university.
From July 7 – 27, 2024 you will:
- Live with other talented Edge students from around the world in a residence hall located on UD's beautiful Newark campus
- Take 1–2 college-level courses of your choice, taught by UD faculty members, for up to six transferable credits
- Participate in a college readiness workshop led by experienced college admissions professionals, where you will gain insight into the college application process, including how to create a competitive college essay
- Engage with UD staff and undergraduate students to learn from their stories of personal growth, resilience, leadership and success
- Take part in a variety of cultural experiences that allow students to build friendships and understand the value of living in a diverse academic community
JOIN US VIRTUALLY TO LEARN ABOUT EDGE
Get to know the University of Delaware's Edge program from the comfort of your home. Hear from program leaders and UD students about the program and how it will help you prepare for college. Various virtual event dates are available to fit your schedule.
HOW TO APPLY
Domestic Students
Please complete the following steps by May 1, 2024:
✓ Submit the online application, essay and the $60 application fee. Application fee waivers will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please email edge@udel.edu for more information.
✓ Submit an unofficial copy of your high school transcript
✓ Have a teacher, mentor or school counselor submit a letter of recommendation
International Students
Please complete the following steps by February 15, 2024:
✓ Submit the online application, essay and the $60 application fee. Application fee waivers will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please email edge@udel.edu for more information.
✓ Submit an unofficial copy of your high school transcript
✓ Have a teacher, mentor or school counselor submit a letter of recommendation
✓ Upload English proficiency language test scores (Duolingo, TOEFL, or IELTS)
ADMISSIONS CRITERIA
Admission to the Edge summer college program is competitive and selective. Students must meet the following criteria to be considered for admission to the program:
- Be a rising high school junior or senior by summer of 2024
- 3.0+ cumulative GPA
- Demonstrates strong academic potential, good judgment and maturity, and the ability to succeed in a highly structured environment by submitting a letter of recommendation and transcripts
PROGRAM FEES
The Edge program fee covers tuition for your courses, housing, a daily meal plan (including breakfast and dinner), library privileges, lab fees, and all group recreational costs. It does not include the cost of books, cost of lunch or other meals, or spending money.
Program Fee: $4,900
There is a non-refundable, one-time deposit of $100 that is due by March 1, 2024 for international students and April 15, 2024 for domestic students.
To be considered for financial assistance, please contact us at edge@udel.edu. Please note that financial aid is very limited and does not cover the entire cost of the program.
EDGE PROGRAM CONTACTS
Tim Danos, M.P.A.
Associate Director of Pre-College Programs
Address: 210 S. College Ave., Newark, DE 19716-7202
Phone: (302) 831-8123
Fax: (302) 831-6905
Email: edge@udel.edu
University of Pennsylvania
Students have a choice between face to face and virtual programming offered throughout the summer. All options are here: Pre-College Programs | Penn Arts and Sciences High School Programs (upenn.edu)
The residential biology option is credit bearing: Pre-College Residential Program | Penn Arts and Sciences High School Programs (upenn.edu)
University of Southern California
https://summerprograms.usc.edu/
USC SUMMER PROGRAMS - June 16 to July 13, 2024
USC Summer Programs extends a tradition of excellence to outstanding high school students through a diverse offering of four-week summer courses. As a “Summer Trojan,” you will balance academic and campus life as you prepare for college — and earn college credit.
USC Summer Programs’ courses are taught by USC faculty and experienced professionals of the USC academic community. Our faculty create an engaging academic experience by combining lectures, hands-on workshops and labs, and guest speakers. Each course is designed to be more interactive, engaging and challenging than accelerated high school classes or the broad introductory courses offered by other summer pre-collegiate programs.
AREAS OF STUDY
Architecture • Business • Engineering & Information Technology • Global Studies • Communication & Journalism • Performing Arts & Music • Pre-Health & Science • Pre-Law • Writing & Critical Thinking
University of Toledo
https://www.utoledo.edu/pharmacy/camp/coscicamp/.
VIRTUAL COSMETIC SCIENCE AND FORMULATION DESIGN SUMMER CAMP
Did you know that The University of Toledo College of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences has the nation’s only bachelor’s degree program in cosmetic science and formulation design? If you're interested in learning about the process of creating makeup and personal care products, join us for our fourth annual Virtual Cosmetic Science and Formulation Design Summer Camp taking place Wednesday, June 26, 2024 through Friday, June 28, 2024. Campers will receive a camp kit including a t-shirt, DIY activities, games and more. Challenges will be incorporated throughout the live camp for an opportunity to win various prizes.
This camp is for high school students going into their sophomore, junior or senior year in fall 2024 and college students entering their freshman year in fall 2024.
The Beauty of Science Virtual Cosmetic Science and Formulation Design Summer Camp was created and is led by Dr. Gabriella Baki, Director of the Bachelor of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences (B.S.P.S.) Cosmetic Science and Formulation Design Program and Associate Professor of Pharmaceutics in the Division of Pharmaceutical and Policy Sciences.
CAMP KITS
Each camper receives a camp kit including gifts from the presenters and hands-on science experiments that will be completed during the virtual camp. 2024 camp kits are in progress, but you can view the camp kits from previous years below!
AGENDA (EASTERN TIME)
Day 1 - June 26, 2024
10:45 - 11:00: Check-In
11:00 - 11:30: Opening Session
11:30 - 12:00: Jobs & Industry Speaker
12:00 -12:30: Break
12:30 - 1:15: Company Presenter 1
1:15 - 1:25: Break
1:25 - 2:10: Company Presenter 2
2:10 - 2:20: Break
2:20 - 3:05: UToledo Program (Dr. Baki) 3:05 - 3:20: Closing Session
Day 2 - June 27, 2024
10:45 - 11:00: Check-In
11:00 - 11:45: Company Presenter 3
11:45 - 11:55: Break
11:55 - 12:40: Company Presenter 4
12:40 - 1:10: Break
1:10 - 1:55: Company Presenter 5
1:55 - 2:05: Break
2:05 - 2:50: Science Communicator Panel
2:50 - 3:05: Closing Session
Day 3 - June 28, 2024
10:45 - 11:00: Check-In
11:00 - 11:45: Alumni Panel
11:45 - 11:55: Break
11:55 - 12:40: Company Presenter 6
12:40 - 1:10: Break
1:10 - 1:55: Company Presenter 7
1:55 - 2:05: Break
2:05 - 2:35: Society of Cosmetic Chemists
2:35 - 3:00: Closing Session
REGISTRATION
Registration for Summer 2024 will open on January 16, so please check back soon! Thank you for your interest.
Villanova Pre-College Study Academy
Villanova University College of Professional Studies educates learners of all ages, including high school students and those preparing to enter college. Villanova's Pre-College Summer Academy allows high school students and incoming college freshmen the opportunity to have a unique and exciting pre-college educational experience.
This immersive program is designed to introduce students to the multifaceted experience of attending college.
Exceptional high school juniors and seniors, as well as incoming college freshmen, can choose between two options:
- 3 + 1 Option: Select one three-credit course taught by esteemed Villanova faculty and alongside current undergraduate students. This college-level classroom experience is augmented with PCAC 1000: College Pathways, a 1-credit college preparatory course, with assignment specifically to prepare students for successful college life.
- PCAC 1000 Option: Students have the option to enroll solely in the college preparatory course.
- Apply here: Pre-College Summer Academy | Villanova University
Wake Forest University
Online Immersion Programs For High School Students
EXPLORE YOUR INTERESTS BEFORE COLLEGE
Are there subjects you’re thinking about taking in college but would like to know more about? The Online Immersion Program, designed for high school students ages 13 and up, has been created for this purpose. It offers exciting topics, covered in-depth, through online coursework led by Wake Forest University professors. The program is available year-round, and the online format allows you to study anywhere, anytime, while working at your own pace. This flexibility enables you to take multiple courses and explore a variety of academic areas of interest.
PROGRAM DATES
Multi-length courses available throughout the year
ELIGIBILITY
For students ages 13+.
INDIVIDUAL COURSE FEES
Up to $1295
Current Courses Available:
Business
Strategy & Innovation
Want to learn how business drives innovation? Curious about how strategic decisions are made? Interested in game-changers like Netflix and Apple? If you want to prepare for a future in today’s agile and entrepreneurial business environment, this course is for you.
Hear from award-winning Wake Forest Professor and former CEO Dr. Dan Fogel and business expert Lee Weiss through dynamic videos.
Medicine
Making the Rounds: An Insider’s Guide to Becoming a Doctor
Considering going to med school, but want a taste of what it’s like? Here’s an introduction to both the science and practice of medicine in a modern hospital. This course shares the lifecycle of a heart attack patient and how a treatment team works. Explore healthcare careers, and determine which path is best for you.
Hear from Wake Forest School of Medicine faculty Dr. Lindsay Strowd and Dr. Roy Strowd — two of our most popular professors.
Cancer
An Inside Look at Caring, Curing and Treating
Cancer touches so many families and all medical specialties. This course will take you on a journey with cancer patients and introduce you to the latest advances in diagnosis and treatment. If you are interested in medical school, healthcare or the sciences, this course is for you.
Learn through engaging videos by Dr. Lindsay Strowd and Dr. Roy Strowd.
Psychology
The Mystery & Science of Human Behavior: An Insider’s Guide to Psychology
Wonder how your brain processes information? Want to study what triggers your emotions, or need to improve the way you think? Don’t miss this course, which takes you behind the scenes of the human brain.
Hear from two leaders in psychology at Wake Forest via video: Dr. Christian Waugh, a specialist in cognitive neuroscience and Dr. Melissa Maffeo, a specialist in neuroscience and adolescent addiction.
Sports Medicine
An Inside Look at the Major Injuries & Treatments
Why is the NFL so strict with concussion protocol? What’s the science behind faster recovery rates athletes experience from ACL tears? How serious is a dislocated shoulder? Learn common sports injuries, the treatments sports stars receive and careers in the field. If you’re interested in sports or medicine, this course is for you.
Hear from Dr. Brian Waterman, who has worked with the Chicago Bulls, Chicago White Sox and Chicago Fire.
Bioscience
An Inside Look at Infectious Disease
Infectious diseases have become increasingly challenging because of the global nature of our world. This course explores the science behind disease origins, and how they spread or contained. You’ll take a deep dive into conditions like tuberculosis, HIV, Covid-19 and others. If you are interested in pursuing the sciences, this is a great place to start.
Learn through engaging videos by Dr. Megan Rudock, PhD.
Women's Medicine
An Inside look at Treatment, Intervention, and Surgery
Fact: 63% of the top 10 surgical procedures are performed on women. Plus, symptoms for common conditions like heart disease and Lupus express themselves differently in women. Study the health challenges that arise in every stage of a woman's life. If you’re thinking about pre-med, this course is a must.
Hear from Dr. Oona Likhyani O’Neill, MD and Dr. Joshua F. Nitsche, MD, PhD through dynamic videos.
Investing
The Future of Finance
New advances like fintech, cryptocurrencies, blockchain and ESG investing are disrupting financial markets. Here is a course that invites you to dive into equity markets and stock exchanges, understand how technologies empower individuals to take control of their financial futures and see how these changes are rocking corporate investing.
Hear from Wake Forest University's Stephan D. Shipe, PhD, CFA, CFP, assistant teaching professor of finance.
Criminal Law
Inside the Courtroom
Are you intrigued by criminal law and how a case is brought to court? Our course covers the procedures law enforcement follows for search and arrest, and the ways evidence is used in a criminal case. Practice the analytical skills of prosecutors and defense attorneys and examine the judge’s role in overseeing criminal convictions, sentences and appeals.
Hear from Professor Eileen Prescott, project director for Wake Forest University Law School’s Accountable Prosecutor Project.
Washington University in St. Louis
Pre-College Programs | Washington University in St. Louis (wustl.edu)
Continue on your path of academic discovery
Since 1984, Arts & Sciences Pre-College Programs have provided motivated students the opportunity to challenge themselves in a supportive and encouraging atmosphere. Choose from a variety of credit and noncredit programs in the humanities, social sciences, mathematics, and natural sciences.
Discover your passion, explore academic interests, and prepare for college success!
WPI
JUNE 24 - 28 (DAY PROGRAM)
WPI's pre-college summer programs kick off with Launch, a day program for rising 9, 10 & 11th graders. Launch students select a STEM topic of their choice to explore in-depth for the full week. Courses are taught by WPI instructors, and include hands-on activities, demos, and discussions.
Check out all Launch offerings at wpi.edu/+launch
Registration opens on Wednesday, January 17th!
JULY 7 - 19 (SESSION 1)
JULY 21 - AUG. 2 (SESSION 2)
Rising 10, 11 & 12th graders are invited to dive deeper into two topics of their choice, a STEM major and a humanities minor, during Frontiers. Courses are taught by WPI instructors, and include hands-on activities, demos, and discussions. Students also get a glimpse into college life by eating in the dining hall, living in our residence halls, and enjoying evening activities.
Check out all Frontiers offerings at wpi.edu/+frontiers
Applications open on Wednesday, January 17th!
MAY 20 - JUNE 25 (LIMITED)
JULY 8 - AUGUST 9 (PRIORITY)
Rising 11 & 12th graders are encouraged to participate in our 5-week virtual program if they are interested in earning college credit. Students can take a course of their choosing from WPI's list of E-term summer classes. Most courses occur during E2 (July 8 - August 9); however, students interested in an E1 class (May 20 - June 25), should email pop@wpi.edu to learn more.
Check out all College Credit Jumpstart offerings here
Applications open on Wednesday, February 14th!
Xavier University of Louisiana (HBCU)
https://www.xula.edu/pre-college-programs/index.html
Hello Xavierites! Thank you for your interest in our renowned Pre-College Summer Programs. We are so proud to uphold a nearly 50-year legacy of providing summer opportunities for academic enrichment, mentorship, career exploration, and lifelong friendships.
We host six different opportunities for middle school and high school students to enrich their academic and social development. Check them out below!
Students experience a rigorous academic setting in a historic black college environment for three intensive weeks! Students have access to an introductory course where they learn basic skills and foundations that will prepare them for their upcoming fall course! Learn up to a semester of material in just three weeks!
Yale Young Scholars Program
http://globalscholars.yale.edu/
THE YYGS APPLICATION IS NOW OPEN!
YYGS is excited to offer residential sessions for June, July, & August 2024, and you can learn more about how to apply on our website. Please know that we are not offering online sessions at this time. Our application deadline is January 10, 2024 at 11:59pm ET.
For an opportunity to learn more about our program and speak with YYGS staff and alumni, register for our webinar series.
INSPIRED MINDS, GLOBAL CONNECTIONS.
Yale Young Global Scholars (YYGS) is an academic enrichment program for outstanding high school students from around the world. Each summer, students from over 150 countries (including all 50 U.S. states) participate in one interdisciplinary, two-week session at Yale’s historic campus. Immerse yourself in a global learning community at Yale University.
SUMMER OFFERINGS:
Session I Residential
(June 23-July 5)
- Innovations in Science & Technology (IST I)
- Literature, Philosophy, & Culture (LPC I)
- Politics Law & Economics (PLE I)
- Solving Global Challenges (SGC I)
Session II Residential
(July 7 - July 19)
- Innovations in Science & Technology (IST II)
- Literature, Philosophy, & Culture (LPC II)
- Politics Law & Economics (PLE II)
- Solving Global Challenges (SGC II)
Session III Residential
(July 21 - Aug 2)
Hillsdale College Study Abroad
High School Summer Study and Travel Programs offer rising high school juniors and seniors age 15 or older the opportunity to earn three college credits from Hillsdale College while traveling to cultural and historic destinations domestic and abroad. Travel courses begin with study on the Hillsdale campus, after which study continues on site. Thanks to the support of generous donors, scholarships are available to outstanding applicants. Early application is encouraged, with scholarships being awarded as funds are available.
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Travel with motivated students from all over the country.
Form friendships with other talented, ambitious students, and experience Hillsdale community.
Study under Hillsdale’s incredible faculty.
All trips are led by members of the Hillsdale faculty, extraordinary teachers with expertise in the subjects of their courses. They bring the past alive with their lectures and discussion, both on-site and in the Hillsdale classroom.
Earn College Credit
Students have the opportunity to earn up to three college credits from Hillsdale College upon completion of the trip.
England
In Love and War: The Land and Literature of England
Take up great English authors as they write about human beings confronting extreme experiences in their lives. Tour England and immerse yourself in the historical, geographical, and cultural context of their work.
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England and France
Winston Churchill and World War II
Learn about the valor and leadership of the “citizen soldiers” of the Second World War and walk in their history-making footsteps as you travel through England and France.
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Italy
Western Civilization: Visions from Italy
Learn about the history, culture, and enduring legacy of Ancient Rome and Renaissance Florence as you experience the beauty of these Italian cities.
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Washington D.C.
The Roots and History of American Liberty
Study the American Founding and the history of American liberty as you travel to Philadelphia, Gettysburg, and Washington, D.C.
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Oxbridge Programs
What began in 1986 as a summer program in Oxford, England, has grown to offer programs in Cambridge, Paris, Barcelona, and New York City. Imaginative teaching, experiential learning activities, and cultural enrichment remain central to all of our programs as we encourage students to immerse themselves in some of the world's most fascinating cities.
World-Class Destinations with Rich Cultural Offerings
What's Included
Our tuition includes all costs related to classroom instruction, accommodation, two daily meals, transportation to and from the airport, all books and materials, workshops, field trips, and other activities organized by the program. Tuition does not include airfare, daily lunch, or personal expenditures. A select number of scholarships are available based on financial need and academic merit and we offer multiple payment options.
Summer Discovery
https://www.summerdiscovery.com/
Who is Summer Discovery?
Summer Discovery is the world’s leading pre-college summer program provider for students grades 6-12. For over 56 years, we have welcomed students from around the world to our exciting high school pre-college and middle school summer enrichment programs.
We offer over 300+ courses at prestigious universities and colleges in the US and UK.
From courses in surfing the Pacific, to in-depth studies in science, business, medicine, and more - we prepare students for college and career success.
Call us at 516-447-4907 to speak to one of our Summer Program Specialists.
Questions - Please contact your counselor or Mrs. Essig, College and Career Counselor.
College & Career Counselor Noelle Essig
Email: noelle.essig@wbsd.org
Website: https://www.wbsd.org/west-bloomfield-high-school/counseling-office
Location: 4925 Orchard Lake Road, West Bloomfield Township, MI, USA
Phone: (248)865-6768
Instagram: wbhscollegeandcareer
OK2SAY
1-855-565-2729
Text - 652729
https://www.michigan.gov/ok2say
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
1-800-273-TALK (8255)
https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
Text - HELLO to 741741