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Gold SignalTelluride AssociationSelective

Telluride Association: Telluride Association Summer Seminar (TASS)

A free, residential five-week college-level seminar program for high school sophomores and juniors focusing on humanities and social sciences. Students engage in intellectual exploration of topics including history, politics, literature, and art through daily three-hour seminars, community-based learning, and democratic decision-making.

Jun · 5 wk sessionsResidentialIthaca, NYFree23 days left

Entering grades9th, 10th

CategoriesAcademic

SubjectsHumanities, Social Sciences, History, Politics, Literature, Art

CostFree · $0

Websitehttps://www.tellurideassociation.org/our-programs/high-school-students/

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Gold SignalMassachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)Selective

MIT Introduction to Technology, Engineering, and Science (MITES) Program

MITES Summer is a free, six-week residential program at MIT for high school juniors interested in STEM. Students take courses in math, life sciences, physics, humanities, and project-based electives, live on campus, and receive college admissions counseling and professional mentoring.

Jun–Jul · 6 wk sessionsResidentialCambridge, MAFree83 days

Entering grades11th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Leadership

SubjectsMathematics, Life Sciences, Physics, Humanities, Engineering Design, Machine Learning, Genomics, Electronics, Architecture

CostFree · $0

Websitehttps://mites.mit.edu/

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Silver SignalUniversity of WyomingSelective

University of Wyoming: Summer High School Institute

A 20-day residential summer program for rising juniors from Wyoming high schools, offering two college-level courses (one STEM, one Humanities & Human Culture) alongside campus living, recreational activities, and community service opportunities.

Jun · 3 wk sessionsResidentialLaramie, WYFreeRolling (applications open early Fall for following summer)

Entering grades10th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM

SubjectsSTEM, Humanities, Human Culture

CostFree

Websitehttps://www.uwyo.edu/hsi/

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Silver SignalNorthwestern UniversitySelectiveCredit

Northwestern Center for Talent Development (CTD) Summer Program

A comprehensive summer program offering academic enrichment courses for grades Pre-K through 12, with options for day camps, residential programs, and online learning. Courses span dozens of subjects including STEM, humanities, leadership, and entrepreneurship.

Jun–Jul · 1–3 wk sessionsCommuter / Residential / OnlineEvanston, IL$500–$1,499214 days

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

CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Leadership, Business/Entrepreneurship

SubjectsEnglish, Mathematics, Science, Technology, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Social Sciences, Humanities, Leadership

Cost$500–$1,499 · $675

Websitehttps://www.ctd.northwestern.edu/summer-programs

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Bronze SignalStanford UniversitySelective

Stanford Pre-Collegiate Summer Institutes

A selective online summer program offering live virtual instruction in academics including mathematics, humanities, and biomedical sciences for middle and high school students in grades 8–11. Courses meet 2 hours daily with instructor office hours and asynchronous assignments.

Jun–Jul · 2 wk sessionsOnline$3,000–$6,999123 days

Entering grades8th, 9th, 10th, 11th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM

SubjectsArtificial Intelligence, Biomedical Sciences, Creative Writing, Engineering, Mathematics, Philosophy, Humanities

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $3,200

Websitehttps://summerinstitutes.spcs.stanford.edu

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Bronze SignalUniversity of Notre Dame: Pre-College ProgramsSelectiveCredit

University of Notre Dame Pre-College Programs

Notre Dame Pre-College offers a true college experience for high school students, with summer opportunities on campus and abroad. Students engage in college-level classes with dynamic Notre Dame faculty, develop leadership skills through service, and connect with like-minded peers globally.

Jun–Aug · 2–6 wk sessionsResidentialMultiple locations$3,000–$6,999

Entering grades11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic

SubjectsBusiness, College Experience, Social Justice, STEM, Leadership, Engineering, Humanities, Artificial Intelligence, Study Abroad

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,950

Websitehttps://precollege.nd.edu/

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Bronze SignalColumbia University

Columbia University Summer Immersion: New York City 1-Week or 3-Week Commuter

A 1-week or 3-week commuter summer program for high school and early college students offering over 70 courses across multiple subject areas. Classes meet twice daily on the Columbia University campus in New York City with morning and afternoon sessions separated by a 2-hour midday break.

Jun–Aug · 1–3 wk sessionsCommuterNew York, NY$3,000–$6,999142 days

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

CategoriesAcademic

SubjectsBusiness, College Experience, STEM, Writing, Design, Humanities

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $2,882

Websitehttps://precollege.sps.columbia.edu/programs/summer-programs/nyc-commuter-summer

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Bronze SignalColumbia University

Columbia University Summer Immersion: New York City 3-Week Residential

For a truly immersive college experience, students who will be 16 years of age or older at the program’s start are eligible to reside on our Morningside Campus: a serene academic community where they will always be mere steps away from classrooms, libraries, amenities—and New York City.

Jun–Aug · 3 wk sessionsResidentialNew York City, NY$7,000+114 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic

SubjectsBusiness, STEM, Humanities

Cost$7,000+ · $12,449

Websitehttps://sps.columbia.edu/highschool/summer-immersion/new-york-city-3-week

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University of MissouriSelective

Missouri Scholars Academy

A highly selective three-week residential summer program for gifted middle and high school students offering intensive study in mathematics, science, social studies, or humanities, combined with courses on personal development and societal responsibility.

Jun · 3 wk sessionsResidentialColumbia, MO<$50094 days

Entering grades7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, Leadership

SubjectsMathematics, Science, Social Studies, Humanities, Personal Development

Cost<$500 · $200

Websitehttps://moscholars.missouri.edu/

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Ohio Wesleyan UniversitySelective

Ohio Wesleyan University: OWL Camp

A summer camp program for Ohio's gifted and talented students in grades 5–8, offering both overnight and day camp options with four-course academic selection from mathematics, logic, computing, science, humanities, and creative development.

Jun–Jul · 1 wk sessionsResidential / CommuterDelaware, OH<$500

Entering gradesBelow 6th, 6th, 7th, 8th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM

SubjectsMathematics, Logic, Computing, Science, Humanities, Creative Development

Cost<$500 · $395

Websitehttps://owjl.owu.edu/program/description.html

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Minnesota Institute for Talented YouthSelective

Minnesota Institute for Talented Youth (MITY): Expand Your Mind Summer Sessions

A two-week summer program for high school students (grades 9–12) offering nearly 30 unique course options at Macalester College in St. Paul. Students select one class per session with small class sizes (max 16), midday recreation time, and options for commuter or residential attendance with college campus exposure.

Jun–Jul · 2 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialSt. Paul, MN$500–$1,49952 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM

SubjectsSTEM, Gifted, Arts, Humanities

Cost$500–$1,499 · $875

Websitehttps://mity.org/summer-programs/expand-your-mind-eym/

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Washington University in St. LouisSelectiveCredit

WashU Arts & Sciences Pre-College Programs

Summer pre-college programs offered by Washington University's College of Arts & Sciences for high school students interested in exploring academic subjects and college-level coursework.

Jun–Jul · 1–2 wk sessionsResidential / CommuterSaint Louis, MO$500–$1,499142 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic

SubjectsCollege Experience, STEM, Writing, Classics, Humanities, Research

Cost$500–$1,499 · $785

Websitehttps://precollege.wustl.edu

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Western Kentucky University Center for Gifted StudiesSelective

WKU Center for Gifted Studies: Summer Camp for Academically Talented Middle School Students (SCATS)

A two-week residential or commuter summer camp for academically talented middle school students featuring approximately 20 course options across arts, humanities, mathematics, and sciences. Students attend four courses daily and participate in evening and weekend activities.

Jun · 2 wk sessionsResidential / CommuterBowling Green, KY$1,500–$2,99966 days

Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM

SubjectsMathematics, Science, Arts, Humanities

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,400

Websitehttps://www.wku.edu/gifted/scats/index.php

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Carleton CollegeSelectiveCredit

Carleton Summer Liberal Arts Institute

A residential summer learning community offering college-level coursework for high school students. The 3-week program awards 6 college credits and is restricted to current high school sophomores and juniors; the 1-week program is open to first-year, sophomore, and junior high school students without credit.

Jul · 1–3 wk sessionsResidentialNorthfield, MN$1,500–$2,999111 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM

SubjectsComputer Science, Humanities, Field Science, Music in Film, Gender Studies, Anthropology, Sports Analytics, Music History

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,500

Websitehttps://www.carleton.edu/summer/pre-college/

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University of VirginiaSelectiveCredit

UVA Advance: Summer Pre-College Program

A four-week residential summer program for rising high school juniors and seniors offering intensive pre-college coursework with the opportunity to earn 6 transferable undergraduate credits from UVA.

Jul · 4 wk sessionsResidentialCharlottesville, VA$1,500–$2,999111 days

Entering grades11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic

SubjectsSTEM, Humanities, Study Skills

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,904

Websitehttps://summer.virginia.edu/uva-advance

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Xavier University of LouisianaSelectiveCredit

Xavier University of Louisiana: Pre-College SOAR X

A 4-week residential pre-college program emphasizing analytical reasoning, advanced texts, and collaborative learning. Rising 11th and 12th graders explore career-focused tracks while building college-readiness skills, with optional college credit pathways available.

Jun · 4 wk sessionsResidentialNew Orleans, LA$1,500–$2,999112 days

Entering grades11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, Career Exploration, Leadership

SubjectsHumanities, Writing, Critical Thinking, Pre-College Preparation

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,300

Websitehttps://www.xula.edu/pre-college-programs/precollege-soarx.html

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UC Santa Barbara Summer SessionsSelectiveCredit

UC Santa Barbara Summer Sessions: Summer Research Academies

A 4-week residential summer program for qualified high school students combining project-based directed research with university coursework (4 units). Students develop research topics in STEM, Humanities, or Social Sciences tracks under faculty mentorship, participate in GRIT talks connecting them to active researchers, and present findings in a capstone seminar.

Jun · 4 wk sessionsResidentialSanta Barbara, CA$1,500–$2,999133 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration

SubjectsResearch, STEM, Humanities, Social Sciences

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,689

Websitehttps://www.summer.ucsb.edu/programs/summer-research-academies/overview

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Syracuse UniversitySelectiveCredit

Syracuse University Pre-College Programs

Syracuse University offers multiple pre-college pathways including residential and online Summer College programs, commuter options in NYC and LA, and an accelerated online semester for high school students seeking college credit and noncredit coursework.

Jun–Jul · 3–6 wk sessionsCommuter / Residential / OnlineMultiple locations$1,500–$2,999172 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration

SubjectsFilmmaking and Digital Media, Architecture, Business, Pre-Med, Communications, STEM, Design, Computer Science, Engineering, Arts, Sports Management, Humanities

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,500

Websitehttps://precollege.syr.edu/

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St. John's CollegeSelective

St. John's College Summer Academy, Santa Fe

A one-week residential and online program for high school students (ages 15–18) centered on Great Books seminars covering classical and contemporary texts. Students engage in Socratic discussion of philosophical, literary, and intellectual topics.

Jun–Jul · 1–2 wk sessionsResidential / OnlineSanta Fe, NM$1,500–$2,999203 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, Performing & Visual Arts, Travel/Cultural Immersion

SubjectsGreat Books, Literature, Philosophy, History, Art, Shakespeare, Classics, Humanities

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,400

Websitehttps://www.sjc.edu/summer-academy

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Johns Hopkins UniversitySelectiveCredit

Johns Hopkins University: Undergraduate Summer Term

Johns Hopkins University's Undergraduate Summer Term offers over 80 undergraduate courses in STEM, pre-medicine, humanities, social sciences, and film/media, available both on-campus in Baltimore and online. On-campus sessions run 5 weeks; online sessions range from 5 to 10 weeks. Courses count toward degree requirements and are taught by Johns Hopkins faculty.

May–Jun · 1–8 wk sessionsCommuter / Residential / OnlineBaltimore, MD$1,500–$2,999

Entering gradesCollege

CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Healthcare

SubjectsPre-Med, STEM, Psychology, Film and Media, Humanities, Social Sciences

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,275

Websitehttps://summer.jhu.edu/programs-courses/undergraduate-courses/

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University of PennsylvaniaSelectiveCredit

Penn Arts & Sciences: Pre-College Program

A credit-bearing summer program offering undergraduate courses taught by Penn faculty across wide academic disciplines. Students may choose between residential on-campus study or fully online instruction.

May–Jul · 8 wk sessionsResidential / OnlinePhiladelphia, PA$1,500–$2,999

Entering grades10th, 11th

CategoriesAcademic

SubjectsCommunications, STEM, Humanities

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,950

Websitehttps://hs.sas.upenn.edu/summer-programs/pre-college-program

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Syracuse University: Pre-College ProgramsSelectiveCredit

Syracuse University Summer College: Psychology, Social Sciences & Humanities

Syracuse University Office of Pre-College Programs provides exceptional and transformative pre-college experiences to high school students from around the world. All pre-college courses are taught by Syracuse University faculty and instructors.

Jul · 1–6 wk sessionsCommuter / Residential / OnlineSyracuse, NY$1,500–$2,999

Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic

SubjectsLiterature, Writing, Psychology, Humanities

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,020

Websitehttps://precollege.syr.edu/programs-courses/

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Carnegie Mellon UniversitySelectiveCredit

Carnegie Mellon Pre-College Summer Session

A 6-week intensive summer program offering actual undergraduate-level Carnegie Mellon courses in science, engineering, computer science, humanities, and social sciences. Students earn transferable college credit and work with Carnegie Mellon faculty in a rigorous, fast-paced academic environment.

Jun · 6 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialPittsburgh, PA$3,000–$6,99983 days

Entering grades10th, 11th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM

SubjectsScience, Engineering, Computer Science, Humanities, Social Science, Technology and Arts

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $6,957

Websitehttps://www.cmu.edu/pre-college/academic-programs/summer-session.html

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University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC)Selective

University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) Science Internship Program (SIP)

High school students ages 14–17 work on authentic, open-ended research projects in science, engineering, social sciences, humanities, and art under mentorship of UCSC researchers for 8 weeks during summer.

Jun · 6–8 wk sessionsResidentialSanta Cruz, CA$3,000–$6,999109 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration, Performing & Visual Arts

SubjectsScience, Engineering, Social Sciences, Humanities, Art, Research

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,318

Websitehttps://sip.ucsc.edu

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