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There are many productive ways for students to fill their summer. These include but are limited to:
- Employment
- Volunteering
- Learning a new hobby
- Relaxing!
- Watching siblings
- Summer school (new work or make-up and strengthening)
- Summer Enrichment Programs
Remember, colleges don’t expect students to do everything. A few activities that the student is passionate about, and stick with, goes along way!
Here is a non-comprehensive list of summer enrichment opportunities. Please note that many of these programs are associated with large fees. Some offer scholarships and some do not. If a program is a financial burden there are many other productive things to fill up summertime (see list above!).
Beginning to update for 2025, please check websites:
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Northwestern University’s National High School Institute, commonly known as the “Cherubs” program. The Cherubs program dates back to 1931 and is made up of four summer Institutes: Theatre Arts, Film & Video, Playwriting and Debate. These programs combine intensive training, along with a once-in-a-lifetime summer experience to make lifelong friends and contacts, while exploring the Northwestern campus and Chicago.
Please take note of our 2025 Application Deadlines:Theatre Arts
- Early Admission Deadline – Thursday, January 2, 2025
- Regular Admission Deadline – Thursday, February 27, 2025
Film & Video
- Early Admission Deadline – Friday, January 10, 2025
- Regular Admission Deadline – Friday, March 14, 2025
Playwriting
- Rolling Admission beginning in February
Debate
- Rolling Admission beginning Winter 2025
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The Hispanic College Institute (HCI) is a four-day residential program hosted at Virginia Tech that focuses on rising high school juniors and seniors in hopes of introducing them to the college search process. We match them up with current college students that lead teams that we call FAMILIAs. The students spend those four days learning from each other as well as their leaders (LEADS and Jr LEADS) and building confidence; not only confidence about getting into Virginia Tech but self-confidence about how to be successful in life.
Applications close March 1
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The Black College Institute is an academic summer enrichment program by Virginia Tech. It hosts talented, high-achieving and academically curious rising high school juniors and seniors. For 2024, all three sessions will be held in-person over a 4-day period for rising juniors and 5-day period for rising seniors. While this program is designed to attract underrepresented and/or first-generation students, we welcome the participation of any student who has a potential interest in Virginia Tech. Our program activities are planned using a multicultural perspective though we place special emphasis on the African-American identity.
Application closes March 22nd
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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.
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Discover new passions and skills through our award winning programmes. Experience student life on the campuses of the UK’s most prestigious universities on our Oxford Summer School, Cambridge Summer School, and London Summer School. If student life in the USA is of more interest, join Oxford Royale on the campuses of Yale University or UC Berkeley.
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United States Naval Academy Naval Academy Summer Seminar (rising 12th) and Summer STEM Programs (rising 9-11) Applications (for June) opened on January 4th and will close on April 15th. These programs are a great opportunity for students to learn about the Naval Academy or visit Annapolis, Maryland for a vibrant week of problem-solving, exploratory learning, critical thinking, and team building. More information can be found here: https://www.usna.edu/Admissions/Programs/index.php
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The Immersive Summer Program for Education, Enrichment, and Distinction (ISPEED) in Biomedical Engineering
Johns Hopkins Biomedical Engineering’s ISPEED program is a residential, four-week summer program for talented high-school students who are passionate about exploring concepts in biomedical engineering. You’ll explore the challenges and opportunities of studying at a leading academic institution, immerse yourself in the exciting world of engineering, and solve real-world problems alongside leaders in the field.
Application due: March 1, 2024
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The Iacocca Global Entrepreneurship Intensive (IGEI) at Lehigh University
Do you have what it takes to innovate? Enhance your abilities in entrepreneurship, leadership, and global citizenship as part of an international network of emerging leaders from across the U.S. and around the world at the Iacocca Global Entrepreneurship Intensive. IGEI is an immersive, hands-on program that combines experiential learning and intercultural connection. After completing the program, IGEI graduates can:
- evaluate the potential of ideas to become successful innovations
- create functional business/marketing plans and compelling pitches
- navigate cultural differences and collaborate to succeed as a team
The 2024 program runs June 23 to July 20, 2024.The application for the 2024 program will be available starting October 31, 2023https://global.lehigh.edu/iacocca-institute/IGEI
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Held July 14-20, 2024
Applications due Feb. 29, 2024
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UPITT Health Career Scholars Academy
Join us in Pittsburgh next summer for four exciting weeks of exploring careers in health care! Program dates are June 23 – July 20, 2024. Tuition is $3500. Limited financial assistance is available for qualified students. Applications for the program and aid are on the How to Apply page.Deadline for applications is February 23, 2024.This residential academic summer program introduces and exposes participants to a wide variety of opportunities in the field of health care. If you have additional questions, please contact our office at pgshc@pitt.edu. https://www.hcsa.pitt.edu/
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USC Summer Programs offers courses in a variety of subjects from which students choose one course for intense study. Courses are interactive, engaging and challenging, and students receive 3 units of transferable USC elective credit upon successful completion of the 4-Week program. Students can choose from over 20 courses in multiple disciplines –– from business and engineering to acting and creative writing, there’s a wide range of courses and subjects to explore. Apply here.
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Asia America Career Connection (AACC) Summer Program offers an online shadowing program for High School Students. Students are able to hear professional doctors at hospitals across China tell about their experience and daily schedules. Apply here and get more info.
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Girls Who Code’s Summer Program
- Are 100% free, with need-based grants for tech access to those who qualify
- Include beginner to intermediate-level curriculum featuring concepts in game design (brand new!), web design, cybersecurity, and data science (brand new!).
- Are hosted by Corporate Partner Sponsors who lead virtual panel discussions and networking events with inspiring female entrepreneurs
- High school girls and non-binary students can apply here
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University of Delaware: Summer Edge
The Edge summer college program is a five-week, credit-bearing college experience held July 7 – July 27, 2024. Edge is designed for high school students moving into their junior and senior years. Students in Edge will have the opportunity to attend college courses taught by University of Delaware faculty, participate in on- and off-campus curricular and co-curricular activities, and live in a UD residence hall.
UChicago Summer Session is excited to offer virtual and residential courses for students in Summer 2024! Please find the latest course information on our website: summer.uchicago.edu
Landmark College offers summer programs to assist a wide range of students with learning differences, including high school students, graduating high school seniors, and students enrolled at colleges around the country. All of the programs are designed to enable students to identify their learning strengths and differences. Students learn specific strategies to be successful in formal academic settings and grow personally and academically in an intentional and supportive academic community. The instructors consist of current Landmark College faculty as well as teachers from the surrounding area who are experienced in working with students who learn differently.
https://www.landmark.edu/summer
Steven’s Institute of Technology Summer Pre-College Programs
Programs available from Business to cyber-security to pre-med.
Columbia University Pre-College Programs
Columbia University’s Program for High School Students is dedicated to bringing an Ivy League education into the homes of bright, high-achieving students. Through Columbia’s online interactive learning platform, students across the globe can engage with one another through rigorous curricular instruction, inclusive student life activities, and informative college success events.
NYU : We are proud to offer high school programs that draw on the strengths of NYU’s various schools and colleges. Whether it’s by earning college credit or strengthening artistic or professional skills in an intensive workshop, students will experience life at NYU, first hand. Many of our programs allow students to strengthen their academic portfolio, while others enhance performance and studio art experiences.
Lebanon Valley College Health and Biomedical Sciences Summer Program
Held on campus July 22-27, 2024
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The Summer Journalism Academy at Boston University gives high school students the opportunity to expand their skills and prepare for college, either through a residential experience on campus or through remote instruction from home. Each academy instructor is also a working journalist, so what’s taught is grounded in real-life experience. Each lesson is tied to its practical application, by giving students actual reporting assignments. Each day is a sample of life as a news reporter.
ON-CAMPUS APPLICATIONS DUE: APRIL 19, 2024.
LEARN-FROM-HOME APPLICATIONS DUE: MAY 10, 2024
Boston University Pre-college Programs
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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.
William & Mary Summer Enrichment Program
William & Mary’s SEP is an academically challenging program with an emphasis on inquiry-based learning for students. The program is not meant to replace the regular school curriculum; rather, it recognizes the importance of allowing able children to explore additional specialized areas of science, mathematics, humanities, and the arts. Click for More Information.
Summer 2023 SEP registration is now open for high ability students in grades 2-12. William & Mary’s Center for Gifted Education is excited to offer 2 weeks of virtual & in-person opportunities with courses available in the morning and afternoon each week. We have courses available in the areas of robotics, civics, STEM, coding, writing, social science, and many more. .
Gettysburg College
For current 10th and 11th grade. Your students can learn more and register on our summer camp website.
UPenn delivers the challenge of an Ivy League curriculum to academically talented high school students seeking a pre-collegiate experience. Students engage with leading faculty and build intellectual connections within accelerated two-, three-, or six-week Penn Summer High School Programs. Applications for Penn Summer High School Programs are now open.
Greetings from The Center for Legal & Court Technology (CLCT) at William & Mary Law School! As we approach the middle of the spring semester, we wanted to share the news that this summer we will be offering online law-related summer courses for high school and college students. We’ve seen peaked interest in the legal system and self-confidence from those who take these classes. This is a great way to introduce students to transformative courses that can help shape their future careers in law, business, and/or technology. Our unique program consists of interactive and dynamic online courses designed to stimulate students’ conceptual learning and problem-solving skills. It also offers an exceptional opportunity for students to learn and interact, using an informal videoconferencing platform, setting them up for future success. This summer, we will offer the following courses:
High School and College Students
- Introduction to Law & the U.S. Legal System
- Introduction to Evidence
- Introduction to Torts
Registration will open soon for 2024 website.
Brandeis Precollege Online Program
If you have a passion for a certain subject and would like to explore it before college, here is your chance. The Brandeis Precollege Online Program offers courses, designed for high school students ages 13 and up. Each course features engaging videos by Brandeis faculty and access to mentors. The program is available year-round, and the online format lets you study anywhere, anytime at your own pace.
The Future Latino Leaders Summer Law Institute is a unique program designed to inspire students to pursue careers in law, supporting the HNBF’s mission to increase diversity in the legal profession.
July 10-16, 2023
Applications due March 3, 2023
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Cornell University Precollege Studies, offers courses online and on campus.
Courses are offered between June 3 and August 6, 2024. Limited financial aid is available for on-campus courses. Application deadlines vary, with the first being May 5.
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Georgetown University Hoya Summer High School Sessions:
- Live on Georgetown’s historic hilltop campus
- Learn from renowned faculty across a variety of subjects and disciplines
- Collaborate with high-achieving students from all over the world
- Pursue subjects not typically available in high schools like medicine, law, data science, and entrepreneurship
- Earn either a Certificate of Completion or college credits and a transcript from Georgetown University
Learn more about our programs, application process, and tuition and scholarships.
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The Leadership Center for Excellence (LCE) Summer Youth Program brings together a diverse group of rising 11th and 12th graders for a week-long, immersive summer experience. The journey exposes each cohort to a community challenge, and through skill building, exposure to community leaders, and facilitated group dynamic guidance, offers students the chance to develop their individual leadership style and create a lasting impact on their community.
Dates: July 24-28, 2024
Time: 9:30 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Location: George Mason University, Arlington Campus
Tuition: $400LCE provides scholarships, based on need and funds available. Scholarship requests are due by March 31 and are not a factor in the selection process.
Apply: https://www.leadercenter.org/youth-program-application/
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Marist Summer Pre-College Program gives rising high school juniors and seniors the opportunity to take hands-on college-level courses in a variety of subject areas, learn from experienced faculty, and earn three transferable college credits.
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The Conflict Resolution Youth Summit explores some of today’s toughest problems through the lens of peace and conflict resolution. It spans four evenings on the George Mason University Campus. Rising 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students are invited to connect with other students from varied backgrounds with common interests and goals.
Applications will open in mid-March
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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. Programs available from 1 to 6 weeks with over 300 course offerings!
Apply by May 10, 2024
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iD Tech held at Marymount University: Your child can walk the halls of their dream campus, bond with friends and mentors over legendary iD traditions, and experience the magic that’s made us the world’s #1 tech camp for 23+ years. Coding, game dev, robotics, and more. This is more than a camp. It’s a chance for your child to come face-to-face with friends and mentors who share their interests, all in an inspiring setting that excites them for the future. Between sessions of hands-on STEM fun, they’ll get the ultimate taste of collegiate life, from campus exploration and iconic architecture to meals in the dining halls and sweet dreams in the dorms. https://www.idtech.com/locations/virginia-summer-camps/marymount-university
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At Tufts, our Pre-College Programs offer ambitious high school students the opportunity to learn from renowned faculty and experience a rigorous academic environment at a leading higher education institution. Summer Applications are Open!
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Univ. of Wisconsin: Engineering Summer Program Virtual and in-person options. Open to rising 11th & 12th grade students. Applications due March 11, 2024!
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The Experiences in Architecture (EiA) program at the Catholic University of America is a pre-college workshop for students interested in architecture or other design-related fields. Students are exposed to both the academic and professional sides of the architectural arena, as the city of Washington, D.C. becomes their virtual classroom.
EiA will better prepare students for architecture school, giving them a head start, as well as acquaint them with campus life at the university level. Students who have participated in EiA’s summer workshop, or a similar pre-college program, are better prepared for success at the university level. This year EiA will be offered as an in-person experience.
PROGRAM DETAILS DATES
Held: July 70-20; (rising 10, 11, 12, and incoming freshman eligible)
DEADLINE Application Deadline: April 15th
WEBSITE https://architecture.catholic.edu/academics/pre-college/index.html
Engineering New Frontiers & Computational Biosciences Institute
Held the weeks of July 8-17 and July 22-26
Camps held in July on Catholic Univ. Campus.
Questions regarding the summer camp can be sent to rileyk@cua.edu or engineering@cua.edu
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At BASE, the Bucknell Academy Summer Experience, rising high school juniors and seniors spend a week living like a college student. You’ll stay in our residence halls, attend classes taught by Bucknell professors and develop problem-solving skills designed to help you make an impact on the world. BASE participants join Bucknell faculty and students to find innovative solutions to pressing issues. Perhaps you’ll team up with environmental engineers and global managers to create better technology for clean water. Or maybe you’ll collaborate with performing artists and biomedical engineers to reimagine prosthetics used by actors or musicians.
June 23-28, 2024
Rising Juniors and Seniors are eligible
Applications due: March 16th
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SCAD Summer Seminars offers workshops for current freshmen, sophomore, and juniors in high school for the 2022–23 school year. Participants gain valuable educational experience while developing their creative vision through intriguing art and design assignments and projects.
Participants attend workshops and have an all-access pass to the university’s extensive resources and libraries. Workshops may include demonstrations, lectures, studio work, and local field trips, and are taught by SCAD professors, alumni, or select graduate students. To provide maximum individual attention and collaborative interaction between participants and instructors, class size is small, with generally 20 or fewer participants in each workshop. Organized daily social and cultural activities create an authentic experience of life as a student at SCAD.
Applications due: April 1, 2024
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Latinx Leadership Academy – JMU Campus; June 19-21, 2024
The LLA offers high school sophomores and juniors the opportunity to:
- identify leadership skills
- apply leadership skills to collaborative project with peers
- reflect on our identity and heritage
- get glimpse of college life through a stay away institute on college campus
- build self-awareness and confidence that can be applied to their academics in high school
- Apply by March 1
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Rose-Hulman Summer programs for High School students
Programs for students in 9-12th grades
Applications generally due in April
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The Summer Scholars Program at Ohio University is a week-long* summer experience for high-achieving high school students who will be juniors or seniors the following fall. This program provides experiential learning opportunities that will prepare you for college and future success. The Summer Scholars curriculum is built for active learners. Students participate in lively discussions, hands-on projects, and real-world experiences with our faculty.
Apply by May 1st! Open to current 10th or 11th grade with 3.5 GPA or higher
*Arlington Public Schools does not sponsor, endorse, recommend or screen the individuals or companies whose offers are posted here. Families and students are reminded that they need to complete their own research on these individuals or companies to determine if they wish to engage in any of their opportunities or services.