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Wake Forest UniversitySelective

Wake forest Summer Immersion: Policy and Politics Institute

A one-week residential program for high school students exploring foundational concepts in domestic and international politics, political polarization, and public policy. Students engage with policy leaders, analyze political messaging, and develop policy proposals.

Jul · 1 wk sessionsResidentialWinston-Salem, NC$3,000–$6,999356 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, Leadership, Career Exploration

SubjectsPolitical Science, Public Policy, Government, Civics, American Democracy, Constitutional Rights, International Politics, Elections and Law

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $3,500

Websitehttps://immersion.summer.wfu.edu/on-campus-institutes/policy-and-politics/

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The Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE)

FIRE Free Speech Forum

An immersive one-week residential civics program in Washington, DC focused on free speech education, leadership development, and advocacy. Students engage with expert faculty, participate in workshops, and complete hands-on projects while earning a FIRE Free Speech Leadership Certificate.

Jun · 1 wk sessionsResidentialWashington, DCFree151 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th

CategoriesLeadership, Academic

SubjectsFree Speech, Civics, Leadership Development, Policy

CostFree · $0

Websitehttps://camp.thefire.org/

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American Legion AuxiliaryCredit

The American Legion Youth Programs: Evergreen Girl's State

A 6-night residential civics and leadership program for high school junior girls from Washington state, featuring government education, democratic process training, and civic engagement opportunities.

Jun · 1 wk sessionsResidentialEllensburg, WA<$500200 days

Entering grades11th

CategoriesAcademic, Leadership, Community Service

SubjectsGovernment, Civics, Leadership Development, Patriotism, Democratic Process

Cost<$500 · $530

Websitehttps://www.evergreengirlsstate.com/

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Close Up Foundation

Close Up: High School Programs

Multiple high school program options featuring Washington, D.C. and other historic locations as living classrooms, with focus on U.S. history, government, and current issues through experiential learning, debate, and civic engagement.

Jun–Aug · 1 wk sessionsCommuterWashington, DC<$500

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, Leadership, Career Exploration

SubjectsU.S. History, Government, Civics, Current Issues, Public Policy

Cost<$500 · $300

Websitehttps://www.closeup.org/high-school/programs/

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Model UN Institute

Virtual US Politics Summer Course for Kids & Teens (Ages 11–18)

A live, interactive online summer camp for ages 11–18 exploring the U.S. political system, Congress, elections, and civic engagement through simulations, debates, and respectful dialogue across viewpoints.

Jun · 1 wk sessionsOnline$500–$1,499Rolling; camps sell out quickly

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

CategoriesAcademic, Leadership, Career Exploration

SubjectsU.S. Politics, Civics, Public Speaking, Debate

Cost$500–$1,499 · $549

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

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Roger Williams UniversityCredit

Roger Williams University Summer Programs

Multiple summer camps for middle and high school students offered through Roger Williams University, including programs in law, engineering, food science, architecture, marine biology, forensic science, and entrepreneurship. Programs feature hands-on instruction and are offered in residential and day formats on the RWU campus in Bristol, Rhode Island.

Jun–Jul · 1 wk sessionsResidential / CommuterBristol, RI$1,500–$2,999203 days

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

CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration, Business/Entrepreneurship

SubjectsLaw, Justice, Civics, Engineering, Food Science, Sustainability, Architecture, Design, Marine Biology, Coastal Ecosystems, Forensic Science, Entrepreneurship

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,995

Websitehttps://www.rwu.edu/summer-camps

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Washington Workshops Foundation

Washington Workshops

A 6-day residential program in Washington, DC where high school students participate in a Model Congress simulation, meet with Members of Congress and government officials, and visit major sites including the Capitol, White House, and Smithsonian museums.

Jun · 1 wk sessionsResidentialWashington, DCRolling

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, Leadership, Career Exploration

SubjectsU.S. Government, Politics, Civics, Policy, History

Websitehttps://www.workshops.org/

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