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Gold SignalNational Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)Selective

National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST): Summer High School Intern Program (SHIP)

A competitive seven-week unpaid internship program where high school juniors and seniors participate in cutting-edge scientific research projects across multiple NIST laboratories in Boulder, Colorado or Gaithersburg, Maryland.

Jun · 6 wk sessionsCommuterMultiple locationsFree82 days

Entering grades11th, 12th

CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration

SubjectsEngineering, Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Materials Science, Scientific Research

CostFree · $0

Websitehttps://www.nist.gov/careers/student-opportunities/summer-high-school-intern-program

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Gold SignalGoogleSelective

Google Computer Science Summer Institute (CSSI)

Google's Computer Science Summer Institute (CSSI) is a four-week, tuition-free summer program for high school students interested in exploring computer science and building skills in software engineering, web development, and related technical fields.

Jun–Jul · 4 wk sessionsResidentialMultiple locationsFree170 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration

SubjectsComputer Science, Web Development, Software Engineering

CostFree · $0

Websitehttps://cssicurriculum.withgoogle.com/

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Gold SignalKode with KlossySelective

Kode with Klossy Summer Coding Camps

FREE 2-week coding-intensive camps for young women and gender expansive youth ages 13–18. Choose from three curriculum tracks: Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning, Data Science, or Web Development. Hybrid format with in-person sessions across nine major US cities plus London, and virtual options available globally.

Jun–Aug · 2 wk sessionsCommuter / Residential / OnlineMultiple locationsFreeRolling

Entering grades8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration

SubjectsComputer Science, Coding, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science, Web Development

CostFree · $0

Websitehttps://www.kodewithklossy.com/camp

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Silver SignalCarnegie Mellon University Pre-College ProgramsSelective

Carnegie Mellon University Pre-College Programs: CS Scholars

A fully funded, merit-based residential program for rising 10th and 11th graders interested in exploring computer science through Python programming, computational math, faculty mentorship, and real-world projects with industry engagement.

Jun · 4 wk sessionsResidentialPittsburgh, PAFree83 days

Entering grades10th, 11th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration

SubjectsComputer Science, Python Programming, Computational Mathematics

CostFree · $0

Websitehttps://www.cmu.edu/pre-college/academic-programs/computer-science-scholars.html

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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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Silver SignalUniversity of California, DavisSelective

COSMOS at UC Davis

COSMOS at UC Davis is a highly selective, four-week residential summer program for rising 9th–12th graders from California. Students engage in intensive, hands-on STEM coursework across 14 cluster options including physics, computer science, engineering, data science, and biology, with weekly lectures from prominent scientists.

Jul · 4 wk sessionsResidentialDavis, CA$3,000–$6,99988 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM

SubjectsPhysics, Astrophysics, Quantum Mechanics, Nanotechnology, Engineering Mechanics, Computer Science, Machine Learning, Biology, Plant Microbiology, Data Science, Sustainable Transportation, Aquaculture, Drone Technology, Robotics, Mathematics

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $5,518

Websitehttps://cosmos.ucdavis.edu/

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Silver SignalUC IrvineSelective

COSMOS: UC Irvine

A 4-week residential summer program where high school students select themed STEM cluster courses taught by UC faculty, including engineering, pharmaceutical sciences, and computer science. Participants engage in lectures, labs, hands-on projects, and interact with distinguished faculty speakers.

Jul · 4 wk sessionsResidentialIrvine, CA$3,000–$6,99988 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesSTEM, Academic

SubjectsEngineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Computer Science, Mathematics, Science

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,550

Websitehttps://cosmos.uci.edu/

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Silver SignalJohns Hopkins UniversitySelective

Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth (CTY) On-Campus Summer Programs

CTY offers intensive on-campus summer programs for intellectually gifted middle and high school students, featuring advanced coursework in STEM, humanities, and other subjects with residential and commuter options.

Jun–Jul · 2–5 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialBaltimore, MD$3,000–$6,999Rolling

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

CategoriesAcademic, STEM

SubjectsMathematics, Science, Engineering, Writing, Literature, History, Foreign Languages, Computer Science

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $3,149

Websitehttps://cty.jhu.edu/programs/on-campus

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Bronze SignalCarnegie Mellon UniversitySelectiveCredit

Carnegie Mellon Summer Pre-College Programs

A comprehensive summer program suite for rising 11th and 12th graders offering college-level instruction in STEM, arts, design, leadership, and humanities on Carnegie Mellon's Pittsburgh campus. Programs range from 3 to 6 weeks with residential and commuter options, with several full-scholarship tracks available.

Jun · 3–6 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialPittsburgh, PAFree83 days

Entering grades10th, 11th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration, Leadership, Performing & Visual Arts

SubjectsArtificial Intelligence, Computer Science, Architecture, Art, Computational Biology, Design, Drama, Global Cultures, Leadership Development, Music, Game Development, Mathematics, Writing

CostFree · $0

Websitehttps://www.cmu.edu/pre-college/

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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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Bronze SignalCornell UniversitySelectiveCredit

Cornell University's Precollege Studies

Cornell University's Precollege Studies program offers high school students (grades 10–12) the opportunity to earn college credit by taking regular Cornell University undergraduate courses taught by Cornell faculty. Programs are available in three formats: online, residential (on-campus with housing), and commuter (day attendance).

Jan, Jun, Jul · 3–6 wk sessionsCommuter / Residential / OnlineIthaca, NY$3,000–$6,99988 days

Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM

SubjectsArchitecture, Business, College Preparation, Computer Science, Engineering, Hospitality, Human Development, International Relations, Leadership, Science, Veterinary Medicine

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $5,820

Websitehttps://sce.cornell.edu/precollege

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Bronze SignalSmith CollegeSelective

Smith Precollege Summer Programs: Summer Science and Engineering Program

A selective residential STEM program for rising 9th–12th graders featuring hands-on lab courses in science, engineering, and environmental studies with small group instruction at Smith College in Northampton, Massachusetts.

Jul · 2–4 wk sessionsResidentialNorthampton, MA$3,000–$6,999172 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesSTEM, Academic

SubjectsLife Sciences, Physical Sciences, Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, Robotics, Environmental Science, Health Sciences, Computer Science, GIS/Spatial Analysis, Genetics, Neuroscience, Bacteriology

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,985

Websitehttps://www.smith.edu/academics/precollege-programs/summer-science-engineering

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Bronze SignalJohns Hopkins University, Whiting School of EngineeringSelectiveCredit

Johns Hopkins Engineering Innovation Pre-College Programs

A suite of five engineering and computer science summer programs offering college-level coursework with hands-on projects. Programs include Biomedical Engineering Innovation, Engineering Innovation Research, Explore Engineering Innovation, Intro to Python, and Sustainable Energy Engineering, available in online, commuter, residential, and hybrid formats.

Jun–Oct · 2–4 wk sessionsCommuter / Residential / OnlineBaltimore, MD$3,000–$6,999198 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, PG

CategoriesSTEM, Academic

SubjectsBiomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Sustainable Energy, Python Programming, Computer Science

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $1,330

Websitehttps://ei.jhu.edu/

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Bronze SignalTufts UniversityCredit

Tufts University Pre-College Programs

Tufts offers multiple summer and year-round pre-college pathways including 6-week residential programs, 2-week intensives, and dual enrollment courses taught by Tufts faculty. Programs span engineering, arts, business, health sciences, and social impact with flexible residential, commuter, and hybrid formats.

Jun–Jul · 1–6 wk sessionsCommuter / Residential / OnlineMedford, MA$500–$1,499172 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration, Business/Entrepreneurship, Healthcare, Leadership, Performing & Visual Arts

SubjectsEngineering, Computer Science, Studio Art, Business, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Marketing, International Relations, Health Sciences, Pre-Med, Leadership, Climate Science, Chemistry, Writing

Cost$500–$1,499 · $1,300

Websitehttps://universitycollege.tufts.edu/pre-college

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Florida State UniversitySelective

Florida State University: Young Scholars Program

A fully-funded, 6-week residential STEM program for high-achieving Florida high school students. Participants engage in rigorous coursework, independent research projects, and hands-on laboratory experience while living on the Florida State University campus.

Jun · 6 wk sessionsResidentialTallahassee, FLFree97 days

Entering grades10th, 11th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM

SubjectsMathematics, Science, Technology, Engineering, Computer Science

CostFree · $0

Websitehttps://ysp.osta.fsu.edu/

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Dartmouth CollegeSelective

Dartmouth College: Advanced GenCyber Summer Program

An advanced cybersecurity summer program for high school students interested in cybersecurity careers and digital security topics.

Jun–Jul · 2 wk sessionsResidentialHanover, NHFree110 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration

SubjectsCybersecurity, Computer Science

CostFree · $0

Websitehttps://ists.dartmouth.edu/outreach/gencyber-summer-program/2023-gencyber-program/about-program

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NYU: Tandon School of Engineering K12 STEM CoursesSelective

NYU: Tandon School of Engineering K12 STEM Courses

NYU Tandon School of Engineering offers summer programs for middle and high school students that provide unique opportunities for in-depth STEM studies. Explore classes in engineering, cyber security, design, machine learning, and more! Through these programs, middle and high school students have to chance to build real-world skills, work on projects, and learn from university faculty.

2–5 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialNew YorkFree

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

CategoriesSTEM

SubjectsSTEM, Design, Computer Science

CostFree · $0

Websitehttps://k12stem.engineering.nyu.edu/programs

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United States Naval AcademySelective

US Naval Academy: Summer STEM Program

A selective residential STEM program for rising 9th–11th graders at the U.S. Naval Academy in Annapolis. Students participate in faculty-led STEM modules including reverse engineering, materials characterization, and programming, alongside leadership activities and interaction with Midshipmen.

Jun · 1 wk sessionsResidentialAnnapolis, MD<$500141 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th

CategoriesSTEM, Academic

SubjectsEngineering, Computer Science, Materials Science

Cost<$500 · $750

Websitehttps://www.usna.edu/Admissions/Programs/STEM.php

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SPARK AI ResearchSelective

SPARK AI Research Summer Program

A selective, fully remote AI research program for secondary-school students. Offers two formats: intensive 8-week Fellowships with PhD mentors culminating in a research paper, and shorter INSIGHTS programs (1–3 weeks) teaching foundational research skills.

Jan, Feb, Mar, May, Sep, Oct, Nov, Dec · 1–8 wk sessionsOnline<$500203 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration

SubjectsAI Research, Mathematics, Computer Science

Cost<$500 · $200

Websitehttps://sparkairesearch.com/

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Elmhurst UniversitySelectiveCredit

Elmhurst University: STEM Academy

A selective 12-day summer program for high school and first-year college students interested in STEM fields. Students engage in advanced mathematics, sciences, and engineering coursework with faculty-led workshops and guest lectures, with optional college credit available.

Jul · 2 wk sessionsCommuterElmhurst, IL<$500Rolling basis until program full

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, College

CategoriesSTEM, Academic

SubjectsMathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Engineering, Pre-Med, Nursing

Cost<$500 · $70

Websitehttps://www.elmhurst.edu/about/community-outreach/stem-academy/

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IMACSSelective

IMACS Hi-Tech Summer Camp

Interactive, instructor-led online summer classes in logic puzzles, computer programming, and advanced computer science for grades 1–12, with small class sizes (max 10–12 students) and flexible one-week sessions.

Jun–Aug · 1 wk sessionsOnline<$500Rolling; early enrollment discount by 04-30-2026

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

CategoriesSTEM, Academic

SubjectsLogic Puzzles, Computer Programming, Computer Science, Mathematical Logic

Cost<$500 · $119

Websitehttps://www.imacs.org/

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Summit EducationSelective

Summit STEM Fellowship (SSF)

A 3-week virtual summer STEM program for grades 8–12 featuring live instruction, mentorship from accomplished professionals at top institutions, and career exploration across diverse STEM fields including medicine, AI, aerospace engineering, and data science.

Jun–Jul · 3 wk sessionsOnline<$500Rolling: Early (03-15-2026), Regular (04-12-2026), Late (05-17-2026)

Entering grades8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, College

CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration, Leadership

SubjectsMedicine, AI, Computational Biology, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Data Science, Entrepreneurship, Computer Science

Cost<$500 · $875

Websitehttps://www.summiteducation.org/

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UT Arlington, College of EngineeringSelective

UT Arlington: Engineering & Computer Science Summer Teen Academies

A one-week day camp introducing middle school students to engineering and computer science through projects, engineering work visits, and exploration of how different types of engineering address personal issues, social concerns, and community interests.

Jun · 1 wk sessionsCommuterArlington, TX<$500

Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th

CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration

SubjectsEngineering, Computer Science

Cost<$500 · $495

Websitehttps://www.uta.edu/academics/schools-colleges/engineering/outreach/summer-events

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NC State University College of EngineeringSelective

NC State University: Engineering Summer Programs for High School

A one-week day camp introducing rising 9th and 10th graders to multidisciplinary engineering through hands-on projects, collaborative challenges, and exploration of various engineering fields with connections to computer science and entrepreneurship.

Jun · 1 wk sessionsCommuterRaleigh, NC$500–$1,499109 days

Entering grades9th, 10th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration

SubjectsEngineering, Computer Science, Entrepreneurship

Cost$500–$1,499 · $550

Websitehttps://engr.ncsu.edu/theengineeringplace/summerprograms/high-school/

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