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University of WaterlooSelective

University of Waterloo: Catalyst Summer Leadership Program

A two-week in-person summer program offering two streams: Traditional Catalyst (STEM, engineering design, and leadership skills) and Catalyst - Early Entrepreneurs (innovation, entrepreneurship, and business foundations) for high school students.

Jul–Aug · 2 wk sessionsCommuterWaterloo, Canada<$50095 days
Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Business/Entrepreneurship, Leadership
SubjectsEngineering Design, Entrepreneurship, STEM, Design Thinking, Problem-Solving, Innovation, Business Foundations
Cost<$500 · $732
Websitehttps://uwaterloo.ca/engineering-outreach/programs/catalyst
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Lafayette CollegeSelective

Lafayette College's Sustainability Leadership Program

An immersive week-long residential program for high school students focused on food justice, regenerative farm systems, environmental innovation, and civic leadership. Students explore sustainability challenges through design thinking and the UN Sustainable Development Goals while visiting Lafayette College's farm, local gardens, and downtown Easton.

Jul · 1 wk sessionsResidentialEaston, PA$1,500–$2,999118 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Leadership, Community Service
SubjectsFood Justice, Regenerative Agriculture, Environmental Science, Sustainability, Climate Change, Biodiversity, Environmental Policy, Environmental Justice, Civic Leadership, Design Thinking
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,100
Websitehttps://sustainability.lafayette.edu/sustainability-summer-program/
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ONE Lab (Terreform ONE)Selective

ONE Lab Summer Studio

A two-week in-person summer program for high school students focusing on architecture, environmental design, and sustainable urban planning. Students choose between concentration tracks and complete hands-on design projects addressing environmental challenges.

Jul · 2 wk sessionsCommuterBrooklyn, NY$1,500–$2,999158 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, PG
CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration, Performing & Visual Arts
SubjectsArchitecture, Environmental Design, Sustainable Fashion and Materials, Urban Design, Biomaterials Design, Design Thinking, Environmental Justice
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,475
Websitehttps://www.onelab.org/precollege-summer-programs
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Worldstrides (Envision)SelectiveCredit

Envision by Worldstrides: NYLF - Business Innovation

An 8-day residential or commuter business program for high school students featuring case studies, simulations, and hands-on entrepreneurship challenges at Yale University, Georgia Tech, or UC Berkeley, with college credit awarded.

Jun–Jul · 1 wk sessionsResidential / CommuterMultiple locations$3,000–$6,999Rolling
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesBusiness/Entrepreneurship, Career Exploration, Academic
SubjectsBusiness Strategy, Finance, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Financial Management, Product Development, Design Thinking, Organizational Strategy, Risk Management
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,499
Websitehttps://www.envisionexperience.com/explore-our-programs/national-youth-leadership-forum-business-innovation
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Go SuperlativeSelective

Go Superlative: Launch a business in 4 weeks this summer

A 4-week online entrepreneurship program for ambitious teens ages 13–18 to launch a real business, build an MVP, develop a pitch, and present to investors at a demo day.

Jun · 4 wk sessionsOnline$3,000–$6,999Rolling
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesBusiness/Entrepreneurship, STEM, Career Exploration, Leadership
SubjectsEntrepreneurship, Startup Building, Design Thinking, Product Development, Business Strategy, Marketing and Branding, Sales, Financial Literacy, Data Analysis, AI Tools and Automation, Public Speaking, Pitching
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,900
Websitehttps://www.gosuperlative.co/summer-program
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Lehigh UniversitySelective

Iacocca Global Entrepreneurship Intensive (IGEI), Lehigh University

A three-week immersive residential program for high school students focused on entrepreneurship, leadership development, design thinking, and intercultural effectiveness. Participants engage in business consulting projects, bootcamp training, and field trips while living on Lehigh University's campus.

Jul · 3 wk sessionsResidentialBethlehem, PA$7,000+97 days
Entering grades10th, 11th
CategoriesBusiness/Entrepreneurship, Leadership
SubjectsEntrepreneurship, Leadership Development, Design Thinking, Small Business, Intrapreneurship
Cost$7,000+ · $7,000
Websitehttps://global.lehigh.edu/iacocca-institute/high-school
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EduexploraSelective

Eduexplora: Advanced Pre-College Program

A 2-week residential pre-college program at Yale University and UC Berkeley for ages 13–18. Students choose from STEM, Medicine-Bioscience, Humanities and Social Science, or Business tracks and take 2–4 university-level courses while living in campus residential halls.

Jun–Jul · 2 wk sessionsResidentialMultiple locations$7,000+
Entering grades7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration
SubjectsMachine Learning, Python, AI/Ethics, Physical Science & Optics, AI in Medicine, Medical Imaging, Neuroscience, Surgery, Biology of Aging, Genetics, Immunology, Art Exploration, Law & Politics, Leadership, Mock Trial, Legal Systems, Accelerated MBA, Leadership & Communication, Investing, Business Startup Accelerator, Design Thinking, Finance
Cost$7,000+ · $7,250
Websitehttps://www.eduexplora.com/programs/advancedprecollege/
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The Hun School of PrincetonCredit

The Hun School of Princeton: Summer Programs

The Hun School of Princeton offers multiple summer programs for grades K–12, including academics (math, science, writing), discovery camps (STEM and arts), day camp, leadership institute, sports and dance camps, and Spanish immersion.

Jun–Jul · 1–5 wk sessionsCommuterPrinceton, NJ<$500
Entering gradesBelow 6th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Leadership, Language, Performing & Visual Arts
SubjectsMath, Science, Writing, Standardized Test Prep, Coding, Robotics, Engineering, Design Thinking, Leadership, Spanish
Cost<$500 · $360
Websitehttps://www.hunschool.org/summer
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North Carolina State University

NC State University: Design Summer Camp

A pre-college summer program for middle and high school students that teaches design thinking and creative problem-solving through hands-on projects in 2D, 3D, digital design, architecture, graphic design, industrial design, and media arts.

Jun–Jul · 1 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialRaleigh, NC$500–$1,499123 days
Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Performing & Visual Arts, STEM
SubjectsDesign Thinking, 2D Design, 3D Design, Digital Design, Architecture, Graphic Design, Industrial Design, Media Arts
Cost$500–$1,499 · $775
Websitehttps://design.ncsu.edu/designcamp/
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Quinnipiac University

Quinnipiac University Summer Programs: Innovative with AI - Visual Imagery and Design

A one-week pre-college summer program for high school students exploring artificial intelligence, visual design, and product development. Students learn design thinking, AI-powered image generation, and digital storytelling using tools like Canva, Adobe Firefly, and DALL-E.

Jul · 1 wk sessionsResidential / CommuterHamden, CT$1,500–$2,999202 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration, Performing & Visual Arts
SubjectsArtificial Intelligence, Generative AI, Visual Imagery, Graphic Design, Product Design, Design Thinking, Digital Advertising, Digital Media, AI Ethics
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,600
Websitehttps://www.qu.edu/academics/about-our-programs/summer-experiences-courses/high-school-students/innovate-with-ai-visual-imagery
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Ball State University

Ball State University: DesignWorks Summer Academy

A 2-week residential design workshop for high school juniors and seniors exploring architecture, landscape architecture, and urban planning through studio work, site visits, and design projects on Ball State's campus in Muncie, Indiana.

Jul · 1–2 wk sessionsResidentialMuncie, IN$1,500–$2,999Registration at capacity and closed for summer 2026
Entering grades11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration, Performing & Visual Arts
SubjectsArchitecture, Landscape Architecture, Urban Planning, Design Thinking
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,500
Websitehttps://www.bsu.edu/academics/collegesanddepartments/cap/workshops/designworks
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Norwich University

Norwich University: Architecture & Art Summer Design Academy

A one-week immersive residential program for high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors to explore architecture and design through sketching, drafting, model building, and site analysis. No prior experience required.

Jun · 1 wk sessionsResidentialNorthfield, VT$1,500–$2,999Rolling
Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts, STEM
SubjectsArchitecture, Design Thinking, Drafting, Model Building, Sketching
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,500
Websitehttps://www.norwich.edu/academics/non-degree-and-high-school-student-programs/camps-hands-learning-experiences/summer-design-academy
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Quinnipiac University

Quinnipiac University Summer Programs: Innovate with AI - Digital Product Design

Step into the future of tech with this immersive one-week program combining AI tools with creative design thinking. Learn fundamentals of artificial intelligence, machine learning, and generative AI while mastering modern creative design workflows and practical skills with tools like Canva, Adobe Firefly, and DALL-E.

Jul · 1 wk sessionsResidential / CommuterHamden, CT$1,500–$2,999Registration opens October 2026
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration
SubjectsArtificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Generative AI, Graphic Design, Digital Product Design, Design Thinking
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,600
Websitehttps://www.qu.edu/academics/about-our-programs/summer-experiences-courses/high-school-students/innovate-with-ai-digital-product
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Shorelight

Shorelight Pre-College Program: College Readiness Academy Boston

A two-week summer program in Boston for international high school students focused on college admissions preparation, career exploration, and design thinking, featuring college tours, workshops, and Boston-area activities.

Jul · 2 wk sessionsCommuterBoston, MA$3,000–$6,999191 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, Career Exploration
SubjectsCollege Admissions Preparation, Career Exploration, Design Thinking
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,500
Websitehttps://shorelight.com/universities/summer-programs/college-readiness-academy-boston
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CIEE (Council on International Education Exchange)

CIEE High School Summer in Amsterdam, Netherlands: Urban Design & Sustainability

A 3-week summer program in Amsterdam focusing on urban design and sustainability through interactive classes, Design Thinking workshops, and exploration of the city's circular economy initiatives. Students engage with local changemakers and complete a final project presentation.

Jun–Jul · 3 wk sessionsResidentialAmsterdam, Netherlands$7,000+71 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration, Travel/Cultural Immersion
SubjectsUrban Design, Sustainability, Design Thinking, Climate Change, Circular Economy
Cost$7,000+ · $7,150
Websitehttps://www.ciee.org/go-abroad/high-school-study-abroad/summer/programs/netherlands/amsterdam/urban-design-sustainability
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Design Tech High SchoolCredit

Design Tech High School Innovation Certificate Program

An intensive online program where students learn design thinking and creative problem-solving by tackling real-world challenges in community impact or business design, with mentorship from industry professionals.

Jan, Sep · 8 wk sessionsOnline308 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, Career Exploration, Business/Entrepreneurship
SubjectsDesign Thinking, Creative Problem-Solving, Community Impact, Business Design
Websitehttps://www.innovationcertificate.org/innovation-certificate
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UCLA School of the Arts and ArchitectureCredit

UCLA Arts: TeenArch Summer Institute

A 3-week architecture and design studio for high school students exploring design thinking through 2-D and 3-D representation, physical model-making, 3-D modeling, and diagrammatic drawing. Summer 2026 theme: "Tactile Transformations: Soft vs. Hard Materials at Architectural Scale."

Jun · 3 wk sessionsCommuter / OnlineLos Angeles, CA
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts, STEM
SubjectsArchitecture, Design, Design Thinking
Websitehttps://aud.ucla.edu/academics/summer-programs
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