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Yale Young Global Scholars
Overview
A highly selective 2-week residential academic enrichment program for high school sophomores and juniors from around the world. Students choose from three interdisciplinary tracks: Innovations in Science & Technology, Politics of Law & Economics, or Solving Global Challenges.
At a glance
Deadline
Jan 758 days
Sessions
Jun–Jul2 wk sessions
Formats
Residential
Location
New Haven, CT
Cost
$7,000+from $7,500
Entering grades
10th, 11th
Acceptance
Highly selective; received 14,000+ applications for recent program
Application requirements
Age
Must be 16–18 years old by July 19, 2027
Grade Level
Current high school sophomores or juniors (or international equivalent)
Language
Must be able to participate in rigorous academic curriculum conducted in English
First-time Participation
First-time YYGS participants only; cannot have attended previous sessions 2026 or prior
Graduation Timeline
Must graduate May/June 2028 or 2029 (Northern Hemisphere) or Nov./Dec. 2027 or 2028 (Southern Hemisphere)
Health Insurance
Residential students must arrange health insurance
Application Fee
$85 (Early Action) or $100 (Regular Decision)
Cost & sessions
Full program tuition: $7,500 USD per 2-week session. Covers housing, meals, curriculum materials, and on-campus components. Application fee: $85 (Early Action) or $100 (Regular Decision). Travel/transportation not included. All tuition payments non-refundable except in extreme circumstances (visa denial, family medical emergency with documentation). Fee waivers available.
Financial aid
Need-based financial aid available covering up to full tuition cost. Available to both domestic and international students. Students must coordinate and pay/fundraise for transportation costs separately.
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