Summer Program.
Multi-week residential or commuter programs that combine coursework, projects, and community. Application complexity varies wildly — start with the deadlines, not the prestige.
111 verified programs.
Academic Immersion
Spend three weeks immersing yourself in the study of psychology, business, medicine, or creative writing.
African Leadership Academy Summer
Two-week entrepreneurial leadership summer program for youth from around the world.
AI Scholars at CMU
Free AI-focused summer program for rising seniors underrepresented in computing.
AI4ALL Open Learning
Girls in grades 6-12 learn AI and Python through interactive virtual classes.
Al Neuharth Free Spirit and Journalism Conference
An all-expenses-paid journalism conference for one student from every US state and DC.
Alabama Governor's School
A three-week summer residential program for high-achieving high school students in Alabama.
Arkansas Governor's School
A five-week residential program for high-achieving high school students in Arkansas focused on math, science, and the arts.
Aspire: Five-Week Music Performance Intensive
The world's premier summer performance program for contemporary music, including jazz, rock, and pop.
Aspiring Scientists Summer Internship Program (ASSIP)
A summer internship program that provides high school students with the opportunity to conduct research, develop new ideas, and invent new technologies.
Auburn Engineering Summer Camps (HS Track)
One-week intensive workshops in robotics, aerospace, and medical engineering for Alabama high school students.
Bard College at Simon's Rock Young Writers Workshop
A 3-week residential program where students engage in creative and analytical thinking through literature and history.
Beaver Works Summer Institute (BWSI)
Free MIT-led project-based courses in AI, robotics, cybersecurity.
Brevard Music Center Summer Institute
A 7-week festival and school for advanced classical music students held in the mountains of North Carolina.
Brown Environmental Leadership Labs (BELL)
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California State Summer School for the Arts (CSSSA)
Multi-disciplinary arts sessions for young artists to collaborate and learn from professionals.
Carnegie Mellon Pre-College Drama program
Intensive conservatory training in drama, music, and dance at a premier university.
Clark Scholars Program
Intensive research with TTU faculty across STEM and humanities. $750 stipend, room and board covered.
Clemson CAFLS Summer Program (SPECTRA)
A residential program for diverse students to explore agriculture and natural resource careers at Clemson.
CMU SAMS
Fully-funded STEM immersion for rising seniors from underrepresented backgrounds.
Code2College Summer Program
Summer program for Texas students to gain technical skills and professional development.
Conservation Corps
Conservation crews for youth and young adults.
COSMOS
UC residential STEM program. Need-based fee waivers cover full cost for qualifying families.
Data Science Academy
On-campus academy focused on data science principles and applications.
ETH Zurich Studienwoche
One-week research study weeks at ETH Zurich in math, physics, and CS.
Explorations
For students completing grades K–11. Rigorous summer courses in an area of deep interest.
FGV International Summer Program
Business, economics, and public policy courses at one of Brazil's leading institutions.
Georgetown University Summer Law Institute for HS Students
Exploration of legal concepts, criminal justice, and the judicial system in a university setting.
Georgia GHP - Agriscience Research
A residential summer academy for Georgia students focusing on agricultural and environmental sciences through hands-on research.
Georgia Tech Sustainable Systems Camp
Multidisciplinary camp exploring sustainable energy, water resources, and climate resilience.
Global Program Brightwell
For students completing grades 8–11. Rigorous summer courses in an area of deep interest.
IBM BlueCamp (High School)
Students spend a week learning about technology careers and interacting with IBM engineers.
Immerse Education — Medicine Cambridge
Residential medicine track for teens at the University of Cambridge.
Imperial College Summer Schools
University-level summer courses in AI, data science, business, and engineering.
Interlochen Arts Camp: Creative Writing Programs (High School)
High school creative writing summer programs.
Interlochen Arts Camp: Dance Programs (High School)
High school dance summer programs.
Interlochen Arts Camp: Film & New Media Programs (High School)
High school film & new media summer programs.
Interlochen Arts Camp: Interdisciplinary Arts Programs (High School)
High school interdisciplinary arts summer programs.
Interlochen Arts Camp: Music Programs (High School)
High school music summer programs.
Interlochen Arts Camp: One-Week Intensives
One-week intensive arts programs for high school students in various disciplines.
Interlochen Arts Camp: Theatre Programs (High School)
High school theatre summer programs.
Interlochen Arts Camp: Three-Week Art Camps
Three-week arts programs for students in grades 6-12. Offers opportunities in various arts disciplines.
Interlochen Arts Camp: Visual Arts Programs (High School)
High school visual arts summer programs.
International Writing Program Between the Lines
Two-week international creative writing program pairing US and international teen writers.
KAIST International Summer Program
STEM summer program at Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology.
Kentucky Forest Leadership Program
An outdoor learning experience focusing on forestry, wildlife, and natural resource management in Kentucky.
King's College London Pre-University
Two-week academic summer school across law, medicine, and international relations.
Kode With Klossy Applications
Kode With Klossy scholars are curious, community-minded, creative individuals who want to explore the possibilities of technology. We welcome all applicants who identify as young women and gender expansive, ages 13-18 — regardless of CS experience.
Kode With Klossy Summer Programs
Coding programs for young women and gender expansive youth, ages 13-18. No coding experience required. Programs are free.
LaunchX Summer Program
A top-tier entrepreneurship program where students start a real company, develop a product, and pitch to judges.
Leadership Institute
A leadership development program where students explore social justice, identity, and leadership through workshops.
Leiden University Summer Schools
Broad catalog of summer courses in the Netherlands, from law to astronomy.
LSE Pre-University Programme
Two-week academic summer programme at LSE for 15–18 year olds in economics, international relations, law, or business — bursaries available for financial need.
LSE Summer School (Pre-Uni)
Pre-university summer courses at LSE in economics, law, business, and international relations.
Management & Technology Summer Institute
On-campus program at the intersection of management and technology.
MathCamp
Five-week residential summer program for mathematically talented high schoolers. Generous need-based aid; almost all admits attend at a sliding-scale or free price.
MBZUAI AI Summer School
Machine learning and AI summer school at the UAE's dedicated AI university.
MSU ANR Technology & Science Program
Michigan State program focused on the intersection of agriculture, engineering, and technology.
MSU High School Honors Science Program
Research immersion at MSU labs. Aid available for Michigan students.
MSU School of Planning, Design & Construction Academy
High school program focusing on sustainable landscape design and urban ecology at Michigan State.
MSU Veterinary Medicine Enrichment Summer Program
An intensive three-week program exposing students to the diverse careers in veterinary medicine through clinical rotations and labs.
NSLC on Law & Advocacy
Residential programs for students interested in law, ethics, or leadership held at university campuses.
NYC Commuter Summer
Engage in a rich and demanding academic experience on Columbia's tranquil campus, in the heart of New York City.
NYC Residential Summer
Engage in a rich and demanding academic experience on Columbia's tranquil campus, in the heart of New York City.
One-Week Intensives Arts Camp
One-week intensive arts programs covering various disciplines like music, theatre, visual arts, creative writing, dance, film & new media, and interdisciplinary arts. Students will perfect their skills and learn new ones alongside lifelong friends.
Online Summer
Dive into the Ivy League experience with Columbia’s world-class instructors and a rigorous and collaborative online experience.
Oxford Royale Academy
International summer academic programs held at Oxford and other UK/US universities.
Purdue STAR (STEM Academic Research)
Free research immersion at Purdue for Indiana students underrepresented in STEM.
Ralph Bunche Summer Institute
Funded political science research for students from underrepresented backgrounds.
Research Science Institute (RSI)
The most selective free summer research program in the US. Six weeks of STEM research at MIT with PhD mentors.
Ross Mathematics Program
Six-week residential immersion in number theory for students new to proof-based math. Need-based aid covers tuition for many admits.
Running Start High School Program (Young Women's Political Leadership)
A leadership program that empowers young women to increase their political efficacy and leadership skills.
SC Governor's School Summer Programs
Free arts and STEM intensives for top SC students.
Sciences Po Summer University
International summer program in Paris on social sciences, humanities, and public affairs.
Secondary Division
For students completing grades 7–11. Rigorous summer courses in an area of deep interest.
Sewanee Young Writers' Conference
A rigorous two-week writing workshop where students live at Sewanee: The University of the South and work with acclaimed authors.
Smallpeice Trust Engineering Courses
Residential engineering courses at UK universities for Year 10–13 students — many fully funded via bursaries; specialisms include civil, aerospace, chemical, and robotics.
Sorbonne Université Summer School
Short summer courses in French language, humanities, and science in Paris.
South Dakota Business Student Summer Leadership Academy
A rigorous residential program for high school students in South Dakota to explore the business world and entrepreneurship.
St. John's College Summer Academy
Rigid university-level philosophy and great books program for high school students.
Stanford Jazz Workshop Jazz Institute
A jazz-focused summer program for talented instrumentalists and vocalists.
STEM for Rising 9th and 10th Graders
Define, investigate and excel: Spend your time doing science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
Student Science Training Program (SSTP)
A rigorous math program for rising high school seniors in Florida, focusing on discrete mathematics and computer science.
Summer Challenge
Expand your academic horizons over two weeks, choosing 2 seminars.
Summer Health AI Bootcamp
Two-week virtual bootcamp offers a curated curriculum that covers the fundamentals of machine learning in healthcare settings.
Summer Science Program (SSP)
Team-based real research in astrophysics, biochemistry, or genomics. Need-based aid covers full tuition.
Summer@Brown
Explore new paths and connect with different ways of thinking, seeing and doing.
Superior & Chippewa National Forests Program
Hands-on wilderness and developed recreation programs for young adults in Minnesota’s legendary forests, lakes, and wetlands.
TCR History Camp
A camp focusing on history and writing, with testimonials highlighting invaluable writing lessons for high school students.
Tec de Monterrey Global Leadership Program
Youth leadership and entrepreneurship program at one of Latin America's top universities.
Technion SciTech International Summer Program
Three-week international summer program in science and engineering research at the Technion.
Technion SciTech Summer Program
Pre-university STEM program at Israel's leading engineering institute.
Tel Aviv University International School
Undergraduate summer courses in the Middle East, humanities, and STEM.
The Free Enterprise Institute Summer Seminar (FEE) / FEE con Alternative
Highly selective program on free-market economics, legal principles, and leadership for upperclassmen.
Tisch Summer High School Four-Week Residential Program
This residential program is a commitment of four weeks on campus that encompasses a highly structured class schedule, which include projects, professional training, and collaboration. Tracks include: Animation, Dance, Drama, Production & Design, Dramatic Writing, Filmmaking, Game Design, Photography and Imaging, and Recorded Music. The program is tuition-based and culminates in four to six college credits (units).
Trinity College Dublin Summer
Undergraduate summer courses across humanities and STEM at Ireland's top research university.
UC Berkeley AI Summer Program (ATDP)
Hands-on AI and Machine Learning summer program at Berkeley for high schoolers.
UCLA Summer Art Institute
An intensive experience where students focus on one area of study, including film, theater, or design.
UNIQ Summer School
Free residential summer school for UK state-school students in Year 12 — subject-specific academic sessions on the Oxford course you'd apply to.
University of Sydney Summer School
Intensive university courses over the Australian summer, open to international students.
University of Tokyo Summer Programs
Short summer programs in Japan across science, technology, and Japanese studies.
UPMC Hillman Cancer Center Academy
A residential program for high-achieving high school seniors interested in careers in medicine and biomedical research.
USACO Guide Summer Camp (X-Camp) (Affiliated)
Intensive summer coding bootcamp focusing on competitive programming and software dev.
USC Summer Cinematic Arts Program
A hands-on summer intensive for students passionate about cinematic arts and production.
UT MD Anderson HS Summer Program
Paid cancer research at MD Anderson for Texas students.
Utah Governor's Honors Academy (GHA) - STEM Focus
A 4-week math/science/engineering program for high-achieving Utah high school students hosted at Southern Utah University.
Wharton Essentials of Finance
An intensive academic program at Wharton's Philadelphia campus introducing students to the world of finance through lectures and a trading simulation.
Wharton Sports Business Academy (WSBA)
WSBA provides an opportunity for rising high school juniors and seniors to study the business of sports through a Wharton lens.
YoungArts at Oberlin: A One-Day Summer Intensive for High School Artists
A one-day summer intensive program at Oberlin Conservatory of Music for high school artists.
Youth Conservation Jobs
Exciting opportunities for teens and young adults who want to make a real impact on our environment while gaining valuable skills and experiencing the beauty of the outdoors.
Youth-Serving Organizations Programs
Participate in service-learning opportunities, like camps, field trips, and scouting.
Zooniverse Citizen Science
Free crowdsourced research platform. Contribute to active university research projects in any field from your laptop.