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The Experiment in International Living (World Learning)Selective

The Experiment Digital: Summer Youth Leadership & Community Service

A fully funded 8-week virtual program where participants aged 14–19 design and implement community service projects while connecting with hundreds of peers across the United States and Latin America. Features asynchronous coursework with optional live workshops and peer dialogues.

Sep · 8 wk sessionsOnlineFreeNot stated on page

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesLeadership, Community Service

SubjectsLeadership Development, Civic Engagement, Community Service, Global Communication, Social Change

CostFree · $0

Websitehttps://www.experiment.org/program/the-experiment-digital-youth-leadership-community-service/

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George Washington UniversitySelectiveCredit

George Washington University: Pre-College Summer Programs

Immersive summer program for high school students featuring college-level courses taught by top-tier faculty. Integrates lectures, seminars, and experiential learning with site visits and exploration of area organizations in Washington, D.C.

Jun–Jul · 2–6 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialWashington, DC$3,000–$6,999171 days

Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, Leadership, Career Exploration, Community Service

SubjectsPsychology, Data Analysis, Business, Law, Politics, International Relations, Public Policy, Leadership, Civic Engagement, Foreign Policy, Humanities, Languages

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,950

Websitehttps://summer.gwu.edu/precollege

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GreenApple Campus

GreenApple Campus: Mini Design Challenge

An online design challenge program where participants submit innovative solutions to sustainability and civic engagement problems. Top submissions are featured on the GreenApple Campus website and partner social media channels.

Jul–AugOnlineFreeRolling

Entering gradesBelow 6th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, PG, College

CategoriesSTEM, Business/Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Community Service

SubjectsInnovation, Entrepreneurship, Sustainability, Climate, Civic Engagement

CostFree · $0

Websitehttps://greenapplecampus.org/mini-design-challenge/

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Sidwell Friends School

Sidwell Summer Camp: Summer Equity & Justice Institute

A multi-week summer program exploring social justice, leadership, ethics, and civic engagement through workshops on topics ranging from protest art and business ethics to constitutional law and AI bias. Offered in one-week sessions for grades 6–12.

Jun–Aug · 1–2 wk sessionsCommuterWashington, DC$500–$1,499Rolling

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

CategoriesLeadership, Community Service, Career Exploration, Academic

SubjectsSocial Justice, Civic Engagement, Business Ethics, Constitutional Law, Protest Art, Entrepreneurship, AI and Technology

Cost$500–$1,499 · $550

Websitehttps://www.sidwellsummer.org/dc-camps/genheration-xxt78

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Model UN Institute (Best Delegate)

Virtual Social Skills Summer Course for Kids & Teens (Ages 11–18)

Online summer camps for ages 11–18 offering virtual instruction in public speaking, social skills, and U.S. politics through live interactive sessions with certified instructors from top universities.

Jun–Jul · 1 wk sessionsOnline$500–$1,499Rolling (early registration recommended; camps sell out)

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

CategoriesLeadership, Career Exploration, Academic

SubjectsPublic Speaking, Social Skills, U.S. Politics, Debate, Civic Engagement

Cost$500–$1,499 · $549

Websitehttps://muninstitute.com/pages/virtual-public-speaking-us-politics-and-social-skills-summer-camp

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National Voices for Equality, Education, and Enlightenment (NVEEE)

Peace Ambassador Leadership Summit (PALS) at Florida State University

A 6-day residential leadership summit for high school students focusing on business, branding, and entrepreneurial leadership. Participants engage in workshops on public speaking, entrepreneurship, leadership, and college prep, earn 50 verified community service hours, and receive a PALS Leadership Certificate.

Jun · 1 wk sessionsResidentialTallahassee, FL$1,500–$2,999202 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesLeadership, Business/Entrepreneurship, Career Exploration, Mental Health & Well-Being

SubjectsLeadership Development, Entrepreneurship, Public Speaking, Civic Engagement, Professional Identity, Emotional Intelligence, College Preparation

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,320

Websitehttps://nveee.org/pals-at-fsu/

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UMass AmherstCredit

UMass Amherst Summer Pre-College: Challenging Ableism: Disability Allyship Through Service-Learning

A 2-week residential or commuter service-learning program focused on disability allyship and ableism. Students engage in classroom instruction, field trips to community locations, and advocacy work while earning 2 college credits.

Jul · 2 wk sessionsResidential / CommuterAmherst, MA$1,500–$2,999

Entering grades11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, Community Service

SubjectsDisability Studies, Service-Learning, Social Justice, Civic Engagement

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,337

Websitehttps://www.umass.edu/uww/pre-college/residential/challenging-ableism-service-learning

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CIEE

CIEE High School Summer in Dublin, Ireland: Social Justice & Advocacy

A 3-week residential program in Dublin exploring social justice, advocacy, and civic engagement through investigations of power and privilege in Ireland, connections with local nonprofits, and cultural immersion.

Jun–Jul · 3 wk sessionsResidentialDublin, Ireland$3,000–$6,99970 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesCareer Exploration, Community Service, Travel/Cultural Immersion

SubjectsSocial Justice, Advocacy, Civic Engagement, Global Citizenship

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $6,650

Websitehttps://www.ciee.org/go-abroad/high-school-study-abroad/summer/programs/ireland/dublin/civic-engagement-social-change

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George Washington University

George Washington University: How to Be a Changemaker - Leadership and Civic Engagement

A two-week residential immersion exploring leadership and civic engagement. Students learn how to create community change, develop advocacy and public speaking skills, and engage with Washington D.C. history and local changemakers through hands-on learning, museum visits, and collaborative art projects.

Jul · 2 wk sessionsResidentialWashington, DC$3,000–$6,999171 days

Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesLeadership, Community Service

SubjectsLeadership, Civic Engagement, Advocacy, Public Speaking

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,350

Websitehttps://summer.gwu.edu/pre-college-2026

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George Washington University

George Washington University: Pre-College Summer Leadership Program

A two-week, full-day residential summer immersion program for rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors focusing on leadership development, civic engagement, and community change through courses like "How to Be a Changemaker" and "The Art of Connection: Designing Next-Gen Leadership."

Jul · 2 wk sessionsResidentialWashington, DC$3,000–$6,999171 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th

CategoriesLeadership, Academic

SubjectsLeadership & Civic Engagement, Public Speaking, Civic Engagement

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,950

Websitehttps://summer.gwu.edu/leadership

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CIEE

CIEE High School Summer in Copenhagen, Denmark: Civic Engagement & Sustainability

A summer study abroad program in Copenhagen for high school students focused on civic engagement and sustainability in Denmark.

Jun–Jul · 2–4 wk sessionsResidentialCopenhagen, Denmark$3,000–$6,999Rolling

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesTravel/Cultural Immersion, Community Service, Leadership

SubjectsCivic Engagement, Sustainability, International Studies

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $7,250

Websitehttps://www.ciee.org/go-abroad/high-school-study-abroad/summer/programs/denmark/copenhagen/civic-engagement-sustainability

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