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Gold SignalAmerican Museum of Natural HistorySelectiveCredit

American Museum of Natural History: Science Research Mentoring Program (SRMP)

A year-long in-person research program for high school students in New York City, where participants work with scientist mentors on authentic research projects and earn a $2,500 stipend upon completion. Students gain hands-on experience in DNA lab work, data analysis, and scientific programming while earning college credit.

Aug · Academic YearCommuterNew York, NYFreeWinter 2027 (Class of 2028)
Entering grades10th, 11th
CategoriesSTEM, Academic, Career Exploration
SubjectsScience Research, Biology, Genetics, Astronomy, Archaeology, Data Analysis, Programming
CostFree · $0
Websitehttps://www.amnh.org/learn-teach/teens/science-research-mentoring-program
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Gold SignalSSP InternationalSelective

The Summer Science Program (SSP) : Research in Astrophysics

A 5-week residential research program for high school juniors focusing on asteroid orbit determination. Students conduct hands-on observational astronomy, learn Python programming, and contribute real research to NASA-funded projects through the Minor Planet Center.

Jun · 5 wk sessionsResidentialMultiple locations101 days
Entering grades11th
CategoriesSTEM, Academic
SubjectsAstrophysics, Astronomy, Physics, Mathematics, Scientific Programming
Websitehttps://ssp.org/astrophysics/
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Silver SignalBoston University Summer Term High School ProgramsSelective

Boston University: Research in Science & Engineering (RISE) Program: Internship Track

A 6-week, 40 hours/week in-person research internship for rising seniors in STEM fields. Students conduct original research under faculty mentorship, participate in weekly workshops on scientific process and research ethics, and culminate their experience with a poster symposium.

Jun–Jul · 6 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialBoston, MA$3,000–$6,99986 days
Entering grades12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration
SubjectsAstronomy, Biology, Biomedical Engineering, Chemistry, Computer Science, Earth & Environment, Electrical & Computer Engineering, Mathematics & Statistics, Mechanical Engineering, Medical Laboratory Research, Neuroscience, Nutrition, Physics, Psychological & Brain Sciences, Public Health
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $5,930
Websitehttps://www.bu.edu/summer/high-school-programs/rise-internship-practicum/internship-track/
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Bronze SignalHarvard UniversitySelective

Harvard University: Two-Week Program for High School Students

An intensive two-week residential summer program for rising juniors and seniors offering nearly 30 non-credit courses across humanities, social sciences, and STEM. Students live on Harvard's Cambridge campus, attend 3 hours of daily classes with 2–4 hours of homework, and participate in college readiness workshops and social activities.

Jun–Jul · 2 wk sessionsResidentialCambridge, MA$3,000–$6,99958 days
Entering grades11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Leadership
SubjectsCreative Writing, Journalism, Psychology, Biology, Medicine, Public Health, Anthropology, Law, Politics, Philosophy, History, Business, Economics, Digital Media, Management, Race and Gender Studies, Ethics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Astronomy
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $6,100
Websitehttps://summer.harvard.edu/high-school-programs/pre-college-program/
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Eureka ProgramSelective

Eureka Program - Research Program for High School Students

A research-focused program for middle and high school students offering over 30 unique program topics across academic disciplines, with multiple delivery formats including summer group research, one-on-one mentorship, and online self-study courses.

Jun–Aug · 8 wk sessionsCommuter / OnlineNew York, NY$500–$1,499Rolling
Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration
SubjectsBiology, Chemistry, Economics, Finance, European History, Quantitative Research, Neuroscience, Psychology, Technology, Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, Classics, Ancient History, Entrepreneurship, Start-up, Game Theory, Linguistics, Philosophy, Politics, Law, Sociology, Public Policy, Art History, Museum Studies, Comparative Literature, Environmental Science, Gender Studies, Mathematics, Physics, Astronomy, Sports Business, Management, Social Entrepreneurship
Cost$500–$1,499 · $500
Websitehttps://www.eurekaprogram.com/
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Northwestern UniversitySelective

Northwestern University: CIERA REACH Summer Program

A selective 3-week intensive summer program where high school students conduct hands-on astronomy research with CIERA astronomers, learn Python programming, and work on mini-projects based on active research. An optional 3-week REACH Further extension is available for continued research projects.

Jun–Jul · 3 wk sessionsCommuterEvanston, IL$1,500–$2,999111 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Academic
SubjectsAstronomy, Python Programming
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,500
Websitehttps://sites.northwestern.edu/cierahs/
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Radford UniversitySelective

Radford University: Radford University Summer Bridge

A week-long residential STEM program for rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors featuring hands-on exploration of astronomy, biochemistry, biology, chemistry, computer science, electronics, geology, mathematics, robotics, and unmanned aerial vehicles.

Jul · 1 wk sessionsResidentialRadford, VA$1,500–$2,999
Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM
SubjectsAstronomy, Space Exploration, Biochemistry, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Electronics, Geology, Mathematics, Robotics, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,600
Websitehttps://www.radford.edu/artis-college-science-technology/summer-bridge/index.html
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University of Wisconsin–Madison, Badger Precollege ProgramsSelective

Accelerated Learning Program (ALP) at Wisconsin Center for Academically Talented Youth

A selective, 3-week residential summer program for high school students (grades 9–12) offering intensive, non-credit courses taught by specialized instructors. Students choose one fast-paced, hands-on course and live on the UW–Madison campus with meals and residential activities included.

Jun · 3 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialMadison, WI$3,000–$6,999172 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM
SubjectsAstronomy, Economics, Computer Science, Neuroscience
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $2,850
Websitehttps://wcaty.wisc.edu/alp/
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Boston Leadership InstituteSelective

Boston Leadership Institute: Astrophysics

A three-week residential summer program exploring fundamental physics of the universe, including stellar distances, dark matter, black holes, and pulsars through hands-on activities, live data streams, and field trips to Harvard's Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory.

Jun · 3 wk sessionsResidential / CommuterWaltham, MA$3,000–$6,999
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Academic
SubjectsAstrophysics, Physics, Astronomy
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,597
Websitehttps://www.bostonleadershipinstitute.com/astrophysics/
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Johns Hopkins UniversitySelectiveCredit

Johns Hopkins University: Summer Pre-College Programs

An academically rigorous summer program for advanced high school students offering over 20 courses across STEM, medicine, psychology, humanities, and social sciences. Students can attend on-campus at the Homewood Campus in Baltimore or online, with options to earn college credit.

Jun–Aug · 2 wk sessionsCommuter / Residential / OnlineBaltimore, MD$3,000–$6,999
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Healthcare
SubjectsPre-Med, Medicine, Neuroscience, Psychology, Chemistry, Biology, Mathematics, Astronomy, Data Science, Surgery, Anatomy & Physiology, Epidemiology, Green Chemistry, Creative Writing
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $1,950
Websitehttps://summer.jhu.edu/programs-courses/pre-college-programs/
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Reach CambridgeSelective

Reach Cambridge - Physics & Astronomy

A 2–6 week residential summer program in Cambridge, UK focusing on Physics & Astronomy, taught by leading scientists. Students explore foundations of physics, astronomical discoveries, and hands-on experiments including nuclear physics, particle physics, astrophysics, relativity, and quantum theory while living in university colleges and participating in cultural excursions across the UK.

Jul–Aug · 2–6 wk sessionsResidentialCambridge, United Kingdom$7,000+141 days
Entering grades8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM
SubjectsPhysics, Astronomy, Mathematics, Nuclear Physics, Particle Physics, Astrophysics, Quantum Theory
Cost$7,000+ · $6,295
Websitehttps://www.reachcambridge.com/courses/physics-astronomy
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Lawrence UniversitySelectiveCredit

Lawrence University Odyssey Immersion Program

A three-week, faculty-led residential immersion program combining small college-level classes with place-based learning experiences across multiple locations including Wisconsin, Door County, and international destinations.

Jul · 3 wk sessionsResidentialAppleton, WI$7,000+142 days
Entering grades11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM
SubjectsMathematics, Philosophy, Computer Science, Arts, Performance, Life Sciences, Microbiology, Physics, Astronomy, Cosmology, Literature
Cost$7,000+ · $10,799
Websitehttps://www.lawrence.edu/summer-lawrence
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Pioneer AcademicsSelectiveCredit

Pioneer Research Institute

An online research program for high school students (grades 9–12) offering independent mentorship with university professors across 23+ disciplines. Students conduct original research, earn 4 transferable college credits accredited by Oberlin College, and produce undergraduate-level research papers.

Feb, Jun · 8 wk sessionsOnline$7,000+Spring-to-Summer: Rolling (3rd week of October); Summer: Rolling (2nd week of January)
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration, Leadership
SubjectsAnthropology, Architecture, Art History, Astronomy, Biology, Business, Chemistry, Computer Science, Criminology, Culture Studies, Ecology, Economics, Education, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Film Studies, Gender Studies, History, International Relations, Literature, Mathematics, Media Studies, Music, Neuroscience, Philosophy, Physics, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology
Cost$7,000+ · $7,465
Websitehttps://pioneeracademics.com/
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Boston UniversitySelectiveCredit

Boston University: High School Honors Program

A 6-week residential and commuter program for high school juniors and seniors offering two undergraduate courses from 80+ offerings, with the opportunity to earn up to 8 college credits while studying alongside BU undergraduates and students from other colleges.

Jun · 6 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialBoston, MA200 days
Entering grades11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic
SubjectsAstronomy, Literature, Politics and Diplomacy, Communications, STEM, Writing, History, Arts
Websitehttps://www.bu.edu/summer/high-school-programs/high-school-honors/
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James Madison University

James Madison University: Science Explorers Camp

Multi-track STEM camps for elementary through high school students featuring hands-on learning in biology, earth science, chemistry, forensic science, physics, and astronomy using JMU facilities and the John C. Wells Planetarium.

Jul · 1 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialHarrisonburg, VA<$500
Entering gradesBelow 6th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Academic
SubjectsBiology, Earth Science, Chemistry, Forensic Science, Physics, Astronomy
Cost<$500 · $285
Websitehttps://www.jmu.edu/pce/programs/all/youth-programs/programs/science-explorers/index.shtml
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Belmont University

Belmont University: Summer Camps

An umbrella program offering 20+ week-long camps across sports, science, music, theater, and art & design for ages 3–18, taught by Belmont faculty and professional instructors on a state-of-the-art campus in Nashville.

May–Jul · 1–4 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialNashville, TN$500–$1,49983 days
Entering gradesBelow 6th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Performing & Visual Arts
SubjectsBasketball, Soccer, Tennis, Volleyball, Robotics, Forensic Chemistry, Astronomy, Neuroscience, Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Biology, Piano, Guitar, Strings, Vocal Arts, Winds, Acting, Improvisation, Stage Combat, Performance, Fashion Design, Architecture, Interior Design, Digital Design, Typography, Photography
Cost$500–$1,499 · $325
Websitehttps://www.belmont.edu/summer-camps
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Boston Leadership Institute

Boston Leadership Institute: Physics of Space

A one-week summer science program exploring the physics and behavior of celestial objects, exoplanets, stars, and aerospace engineering through hands-on activities including model rocket construction and astrobiology investigations.

Jun · 1 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialWellesley, MA$500–$1,499186 days
Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM
SubjectsPhysics, Astrophysics, Astronomy, Astrobiology, Aerospace Engineering, Space Exploration
Cost$500–$1,499 · $699
Websitehttps://www.bostonleadershipinstitute.com/physics-of-space-2/
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Alfred University

Alfred University Pre-College Programs

Alfred University offers more than 25 different Pre-College Programs and Sports Clinics staffed by faculty members and coaches, providing a college-level experience in a safe and supportive environment for high school students.

Jun–Jul · 1 wk sessionsResidentialAlfred, NY$500–$1,499203 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Performing & Visual Arts, Leadership, Outdoor Adventure
SubjectsAstronomy, Theatre, Engineering, Art, Music, Basketball, Lacrosse, Equestrian, Swimming, Leadership
Cost$500–$1,499 · $1,000
Websitehttps://www.alfred.edu/about/summers-at-alfred/summer-camps/
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Flintridge Preparatory SchoolCredit

Flintridge Preparatory: Summer @ Prep

Flintridge Preparatory offers a diverse summer program featuring enrichment classes, for-credit courses, masterclasses, and recreational activities for rising grades 5–12 students. Programs include academics (math, English, language arts), arts (digital design, visual arts), technology (coding, game design), practical skills (lifeguard and CPR certification), and athletics (volleyball, basketball).

Jun–Jul · 1–6 wk sessionsCommuterLa Cañada Flintridge, CA$500–$1,499203 days
Entering gradesBelow 6th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Performing & Visual Arts
SubjectsAlgebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Pre-Algebra, English, Spanish, Writing, Mythology, Journalism, Digital Design, Drawing, Painting, Printmaking, Comic Books, Graphic Novels, Zines, Fashion Design, Calligraphy, App Development, Game Design, Coding, Lifeguard Certification, CPR/First Aid, Culinary Arts, Volleyball, Basketball, Astronomy, Study Skills, Test Prep
Cost$500–$1,499 · $125
Websitehttps://www.flintridgeprep.org/summer
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Susquehanna University

Susquehanna University: Pre-Engineering & Scientific Exploration

A week-long residential program for high school students exploring engineering and physics through interactive workshops including digital electronics with Minecraft, robotics, astronomy, and team-building challenges. Students work with university faculty and experience college-level coursework on campus.

Jul · 1 wk sessionsResidentialSelinsgrove, PA$500–$1,499235 days
Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Academic
SubjectsEngineering, Physics, Robotics, Astronomy, Digital Electronics
Cost$500–$1,499 · $1,075
Websitehttps://www.susqu.edu/academics/summer-pre-college-programs/i-engineer
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Boston Leadership Institute

Boston Leadership Institute: Planetary Science (1 Week)

Explore the mysteries of our solar system and beyond in the Boston Leadership Institute’s Planetary Science program. Study space exploration missions, analyze satellite and Webb telescope images, and investigate how planets form and sustain life. Ideal for students interested in astronomy or astrobiology, this hands-on course blends physics, biology, geology, and chemistry to tackle big questions about the universe.

Jul · 1 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialWaltham, MA$500–$1,499
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, PG
CategoriesSTEM
SubjectsAstronomy, Geology, Chemistry, Aerospace, Physics, Career Exploration
Cost$500–$1,499 · $699
Websitehttps://www.bostonleadershipinstitute.com/planetary-science/
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Lawrence Technological University

Lawrence Technological University Summer Camps

Multi-week STEM and design programs for high school students, offered as one-week intensive sessions in July. Programs include biomedical engineering, robotics, computer science, architecture, entrepreneurship, and creative media, available as commuter or residential options.

Jul · 1 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialSouthfield, MI$1,500–$2,9997 days left
Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration, Business/Entrepreneurship
SubjectsBiomedical Engineering, Computer Networking & Cybersecurity, Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, Automotive Engineering, Coding & Programming, Machining, Architecture, Interior Design, Landscape Design, Product Design, Mobile App Development, Entrepreneurship, 3D Printing, Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Astronomy, Digital Media, Esports
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,250
Websitehttps://www.ltu.edu/summer-camps/
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University of Michigan College of Literature, Science and the Arts

University of Michigan: Math and Science Scholars

A two-week residential or commuter summer program for rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors offering hands-on courses taught by PhD faculty in mathematics, sciences, and related disciplines. Students select one course per session from offerings in anthropology, astronomy, chemistry, computer science, earth sciences, ecology, mathematics, paleontology, physics, and psychology.

Jun–Jul · 2 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialAnn Arbor, MI$1,500–$2,999147 days
Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM
SubjectsAnthropology, Astronomy, Chemistry, Computer Science, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, Mathematics, Paleontology, Physics, Psychology
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,500
Websitehttps://sites.lsa.umich.edu/mmss/
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University of Massachusetts AmherstCredit

UMass Amherst Summer Pre-College Programs

Pre-college summer programs for rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors, offering academic enrichment and research opportunities through the University of Massachusetts Amherst.

Jun–Jul · 1–6 wk sessionsCommuterAmherst, MA$1,500–$2,999172 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic
SubjectsArchitecture, Astronomy, Business, Economics, STEM, Veterinary Medicine, Design, Entrepreneurship, Psychology, Anthropology, Sports Management
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,985
Websitehttps://www.umass.edu/uww/pre-college/programs/explore
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