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Summer Springboard
Overview
A residential and online summer program offering university-based courses across healthcare, engineering, computer science, business, media, and humanities for middle and high school students at prestigious campuses across the US and internationally.
At a glance
Deadline
May 17188 days
Sessions
Jun–Aug1–2 wk sessions
Formats
Residential / Online
Location
Multiple locations
Cost
$500–$1,499from $1,498
Entering grades
6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
Acceptance
Holistic application review; minimum 3.0 GPA required
Application requirements
GPA
Minimum 3.0 GPA (or local equivalent)
English Proficiency (International)
TOEFL minimum 60 iBT or 490 paper; Cambridge PET-Distinction or FCE-C; or SAT 450 Reading/Writing
Grade Completion
High School: must have completed 8th grade by program start (entering 9th grade minimum); Middle School: must have completed 6th grade by program start
Application
Approximately 30-minute application; student must be present to complete
Health/Well-Being Disclosure
Required; interactive accommodation process
Supporting Documentation
Must be received within 2 business days; additional paperwork within 48 hours of request
Cost & sessions
Tuition varies by program and location. Application fee: $149–$199 depending on deadline. $600 deposit required. Early Decision Discount ($300) available until Dec 30, 2025. Alumni Scholarship ($500) deadline Jan 31, 2026. Payment plans, need-based scholarships, and IDEA Scholarship available.
Financial aid
Payment plans available. Need-based scholarships and IDEA Scholarship available. Early Decision Discount and Alumni Scholarship.
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