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NC State UniversitySelective

NC State University: AgDISCOVERY Camp

A free 12-day residential camp for high school students exploring plant science careers including entomology, plant pathology, botany, agronomy, and animal science through field and laboratory research techniques led by university professors and practicing scientists.

Jun · 2 wk sessionsResidentialRaleigh, NCFree141 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th

CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration, Academic

SubjectsEntomology, Plant Pathology, Botany, Agronomy, Animal Science

CostFree · $0

Websitehttps://sciencehouse.ncsu.edu/studentprograms/agdiscovery/

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Oakland ZooSelective

Oakland Zoo Teen Programs: ZooCamp Teen Assistants (T.A.)

A summer leadership and zoo education program offering three positions—Teen Assistant (unpaid volunteer), Teacher Intern (paid), and Administrative Intern (paid)—for high school students. Participants work Monday–Friday during nine one-week sessions from June through early August, supporting youth camp activities and gaining experience in animal education and youth leadership.

Jun–Aug · 1 wk sessionsCommuterOakland, CAFree142 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesCareer Exploration, Community Service, Leadership

SubjectsZoo Education, Animal Science, Youth Leadership, Conflict Resolution

CostFree · $0

Websitehttps://www.oaklandzoo.org/programs-and-events/teen-assistants-t-a

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Texas A&M UniversitySelective

Texas A&M University: Veterinary Science Camps

Multi-location veterinary science day and overnight camps offering hands-on animal care and wildlife education for middle and high school students across Texas.

May, Jun, Jul, Nov · 1 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialMultiple locations<$500111 days

Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesSTEM, Healthcare, Career Exploration

SubjectsVeterinary Science, Animal Science, Wildlife Biology

Cost<$500 · $125

Websitehttps://aevm.tamu.edu/summer-camp/

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Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts UniversitySelective

Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine: Middle School Program

A one-week hands-on veterinary medicine program for middle school students featuring clinical skills, animal handling, lectures from veterinary faculty and students, and work with teaching animals on the Tufts veterinary campus in North Grafton, Massachusetts.

Apr · 1 wk sessionsCommuterNorth Grafton, MA$1,500–$2,99983 days

Entering grades7th, 8th

CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration, Healthcare

SubjectsVeterinary Medicine, Pre-Veterinary, Animal Science

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,250

Websitehttps://vet.tufts.edu/news-events/news/introducing-science-and-veterinary-medicine-middle-schoolers

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Loyola Marymount UniversitySelective

LMU Pre-College Programs: Environmental Science: The Living City

A two-week residential pre-college program exploring urban ecosystems and field ecology through hands-on research at the Ballona Wetlands in Los Angeles. Students engage in daily lectures, lab work, field research, and artistic components while studying environmental science topics including climate change, biodiversity, and habitat conservation.

Jul · 2 wk sessionsResidentialLos Angeles, CA$3,000–$6,999125 days

Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Outdoor Adventure

SubjectsEnvironmental Science, Ecology, Biology, Chemistry, Botany, Animal Science, Engineering, Urban Ecology

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $6,500

Websitehttps://summer.lmu.edu/ecology

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University of Massachusetts AmherstSelectiveCredit

UMass Amherst Summer Pre-College at Mt. Ida: Veterinary Technology

A two-week residential or commuter program for rising high school juniors and seniors exploring veterinary technology careers. Students gain hands-on experience in animal anatomy, physiology, diagnostic imaging, surgical assisting, and clinical practice through laboratory work and field visits to farms, veterinary hospitals, and shelters.

Jul · 2 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialAmherst, MA$3,000–$6,999186 days

Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration, Healthcare

SubjectsVeterinary Science, Pre-Veterinary, Animal Science, Healthcare Careers, Veterinary Technology

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $2,337

Websitehttps://www.umass.edu/uww/pre-college/charles-river/vet-tech-animal-science

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Boston Leadership InstituteSelective

Boston Leadership Institute: Veterinary Medicine Summer Program

A three-week competitive summer research program in veterinary medicine featuring hands-on surgical training, anatomy, immunology, virology, and field trips to veterinary facilities. Students conduct original research and present findings.

Jul · 3 wk sessionsResidential / CommuterWaltham, MA$3,000–$6,999

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesSTEM, Healthcare, Career Exploration, Leadership

SubjectsVeterinary Medicine, Pre-Veterinary, Animal Science, Surgery, Anatomy, Immunology, Virology

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,597

Websitehttps://www.bostonleadershipinstitute.com/veterinary-medicine/

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National Student Leadership Conference (NSLC)SelectiveCredit

National Student Leadership Conference (NSLC) | Veterinary Medicine

A 9-day residential program at Virginia Tech where high school students explore veterinary medicine through clinical rounds, anatomy workshops, diagnostics labs, and field trips to veterinary facilities. Students live on campus, participate in leadership curriculum, and may earn college credit through American University.

Jun–Jul · 1 wk sessionsResidentialBlacksburg, VA$3,000–$6,999Rolling

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesHealthcare, STEM, Career Exploration, Leadership

SubjectsVeterinary Medicine, Pre-Veterinary, Animal Science, Anatomy, Clinical Diagnostics

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,295

Websitehttps://www.nslcleaders.org/youth-leadership-programs/veterinary-medicine/

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Boston Leadership Institute

Boston Leadership Institute: Marine Biology (1 Week)

A one-week hands-on marine biology program featuring field trips, experiments, and project-based learning focused on marine ecosystems, oceanography, and animal science. Students learn foundational knowledge of marine ecosystems, study scientific methods used by marine biologists, and complete a hands-on research project with field trips to local marine habitats.

Jul · 1 wk sessionsCommuterWeston, MA$500–$1,499Rolling

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesSTEM, Academic

SubjectsMarine Biology, Oceanography, Animal Science

Cost$500–$1,499 · $699

Websitehttps://www.bostonleadershipinstitute.com/marine-biology-2/

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UNC Asheville

UNC Asheville Pre-College Program: Wildlife Wonders - Appalachian Zoology

A one-week residential program for rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors exploring Appalachian wildlife through hands-on zoology. Students conduct field research, dissections, microscopy, and night observation of fireflies while staying on the UNC Asheville campus in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

Jun · 1 wk sessionsResidentialAsheville, NC$1,500–$2,999172 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesSTEM, Academic

SubjectsZoology, Biology, Animal Science, Field Biology

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,590

Websitehttps://go.unca.edu/precollege/wildlife-wonders/

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EXPLO

EXPLO Middle School (Ages 12-14) at Wellesley College (MA)

A two-week summer program for ages 12–14 at Wellesley College offering 40+ hands-on workshops in STEM, engineering, forensics, design, arts, and more. Students can choose their own curriculum (EXPLO 360°) or enroll in focused tracks like Medical Rotations or Veterinary Science. Available as residential (overnight) or day program.

Jun–Jul · 2–4 wk sessionsResidential / CommuterWellesley, MA$3,000–$6,999142 days

Entering grades7th, 8th, 9th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration, Healthcare

SubjectsEngineering, Architecture, Forensics, Design, Comedy, Cooking, Medical Rotations, Veterinary Science, Animal Science, Arts

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,045

Websitehttps://explo.org/

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University of California, Davis

UC Davis Summer High School Programs

UC Davis offers pre-college summer programs for high school students at its Davis campus and Aggie Square in Sacramento, featuring hands-on courses in STEM, agriculture, business, and digital media with instruction from UC Davis faculty and researchers.

Jun–Jul · 1–2 wk sessionsResidential / CommuterDavis, CA$3,000–$6,999186 days

Entering grades11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration, Business/Entrepreneurship

SubjectsEquine Science, Pre-Med, Environmental Toxicology, Agriculture, Business, Forensics, Chemical Engineering, Animal Science, Digital Media, Robotics, Entrepreneurship

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,995

Websitehttps://cpe.ucdavis.edu/explore-major-inspire-career-pre-college

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University of Massachusetts AmherstCredit

Umass Amherst Summer Pre-College: Equine Science

A two-week residential or commuter program exploring equine science and the horse industry. Students learn horse behavior, stable management, nutrition, and farrier science while adopting and caring for a farm horse, concluding with case study presentations.

Jul · 2 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialHadley, MA$3,000–$6,999186 days

Entering grades11th, 12th

CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration, Academic

SubjectsEquine Science, Animal Science, Veterinary Science, Horse Behavior

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $2,337

Websitehttps://www.umass.edu/uww/pre-college/residential/equine-science-animal-science

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Broadreach

Broadreach: Bahamas Veterinary + Wildlife Care

A 12-day hands-on program where high school students work alongside veterinarians and animal professionals in Nassau, Bahamas, gaining experience in animal care, wildlife conservation, and veterinary medicine through clinic observations, necropsy labs, and conservation center placements.

Jul · 1–2 wk sessionsResidentialNassau, Bahamas$3,000–$6,999309 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesSTEM, Healthcare, Career Exploration, Healthcare

SubjectsVeterinary Medicine, Animal Science, Animal Care, Wildlife Conservation

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $5,580

Websitehttps://www.gobroadreach.com/programs/high-school-bahamas-veterinary-study-abroad/

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EXPLO

EXPLO Middle School Focus Programs: Medical Rotations & Veterinary Science

Two-week residential or day programs for rising 8th and 9th graders offering hands-on medical and veterinary science experiences led by healthcare professionals. Students engage in medical simulations, diagnostic labs, animal care, and career exploration with a 1:7 staff-to-student ratio.

Jun–Jul · 2 wk sessionsResidential / CommuterWellesley, MA$3,000–$6,999339 days

Entering grades8th, 9th

CategoriesSTEM, Healthcare, Career Exploration

SubjectsPre-Med, Veterinary Science, Animal Science, Healthcare Careers

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,045

Websitehttps://explo.org/

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Global Visions International

Global Visions International: Conservation of Turtles and their Habitats in Greece

A hands-on conservation program in Greece focused on sea turtle protection and habitat preservation. Students participate in field research, data collection, and environmental education while living with local host families and supporting marine conservation efforts.

Jun–Aug · 2–6 wk sessionsResidentialGreece$3,000–$6,999Rolling

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesCommunity Service, Outdoor Adventure, Travel/Cultural Immersion

SubjectsMarine Biology, Conservation, Environmental Science, Animal Science

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $3,795

Websitehttps://www.gviusa.com/programs/volunteer-turtles-greece/

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BroadreachCredit

Broadreach: Costa Rica Veterinary Experience

A 21-day residential summer program in Costa Rica where high school students gain hands-on experience in veterinary medicine through work with domestic and wildlife animals, including shadowing veterinarians, performing clinical procedures, and earning college credit.

Jun–Jul · 3 wk sessionsResidentialMultiple locations$7,000+309 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration, Healthcare

SubjectsVeterinary Medicine, Animal Science, Pre-Veterinary

Cost$7,000+ · $8,530

Websitehttps://www.gobroadreach.com/programs/high-school-costa-rica-veterinary-study-abroad/

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