College credit
University of Vermont: Pre-College Summer Academy
Overview
A one-week on-campus residential or commuter summer program for rising 11th and 12th graders themed around "People and Planet," featuring hands-on workshops in environmental science, engineering, health, and entrepreneurship, with optional 4-week online college credit courses available.
At a glance
Sessions
Jul1–4 wk sessions
Formats
Residential / Commuter / Online
Location
Burlington, VT
Cost
$3,000–$6,999from $3,000
Entering grades
10th, 11th, 12th
Acceptance
Non-selective; open to academically motivated and curious students who have completed 10th grade and are at least 15 years old. Optional credit courses subject to minimum enrollment.
Application requirements
Age
At least 15 years old by program start
Grade Level
Must have completed 10th, 11th, or 12th grade
Equipment
Laptop computer required for online course participation
Software
Microsoft Office or equivalent word processing software required
Cost & sessions
On-campus week (July 6–11, 2026): $3,000 residential (includes housing, meals, activities) or $2,700 commuter (includes meals, activities). $200 non-refundable deposit due upon acceptance. Optional 4-week online credit courses (July 13–August 7): Vermont residents with Dual Enrollment voucher $0 tuition + $30 fee; Vermont residents without voucher $346 per credit + $30 fee; out-of-state $930 per credit + $30 fee. Program fee payment deadline: June 1, 2026.
Financial aid
Vermont Dual Enrollment vouchers cover tuition for eligible Vermont high school juniors/seniors (up to 2 vouchers per student); 50% in-state tuition discount available under High School Student Reduced Tuition Program for online credit courses. No scholarships or need-based financial aid available for on-campus week.
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