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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 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 DameCredit

University of Notre Dame Pre-College Programs: Summer Scholars

An intensive two-week residential pre-college program offering college-level courses taught by Notre Dame faculty across multiple disciplines including STEM, humanities, and professional skills. Students earn one transferable college credit upon completion and experience campus life at Notre Dame.

Jun–Jul · 2 wk sessionsResidentialNotre Dame, IN$3,000–$6,999343 days
Entering grades11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration, Business/Entrepreneurship
SubjectsAccounting, Chemistry, Cryptography, Data Visualization, Engineering, Entrepreneurship, Film Production, Life Sciences, Ecology and Environmental Science, Cancer Biology, Neuroscience, Philosophy, Photography, Public Policy, Public Speaking, Debate, Journalism, World Politics, International Relations
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,250
Websitehttps://precollege.nd.edu/summer-scholars/
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Purdue UniversitySelective

Purdue University: Summer Programs at the Gifted Education Research & Resource Institute (GER2I)

A selective residential summer program for gifted students in grades 5–12 offering rigorous STEM, humanities, and interdisciplinary courses taught in small, fast-paced classes at Purdue University. Students live on campus in residence halls and participate in recreational and enrichment activities.

Jun–Jul · 2 wk sessionsResidentialWest Lafayette, IN<$50084 days
Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM
SubjectsEngineering, 3D Printing, Coding, Circuitry, Creative Writing, Philosophy, History, Shakespeare, Environmental Design, Sustainability Design
Cost<$500 · $350
Websitehttps://www.education.purdue.edu/geri/youth-programs/
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Assumption UniversitySelective

Assumption University: Core Texts & Enduring Questions Pre-College Summer Program

A one-week residential summer program for rising high school juniors and seniors exploring classic texts in philosophy, theology, political science, and art history through intensive seminars and discussion sessions led by nationally known faculty.

Jun–Jul · 1 wk sessionsResidentialWorcester, MA<$500210 days
Entering grades10th, 11th
CategoriesAcademic
SubjectsPhilosophy, Theology, Political Science, Art History
Cost<$500 · $500
Websitehttps://www.assumption.edu/cteq-pre-college-summer-program
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Eureka ProgramSelective

Eureka Program - Research Program for High School Students

A research-focused program for middle and high school students offering over 30 unique program topics across academic disciplines, with multiple delivery formats including summer group research, one-on-one mentorship, and online self-study courses.

Jun–Aug · 8 wk sessionsCommuter / OnlineNew York, NY$500–$1,499Rolling
Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration
SubjectsBiology, Chemistry, Economics, Finance, European History, Quantitative Research, Neuroscience, Psychology, Technology, Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, Classics, Ancient History, Entrepreneurship, Start-up, Game Theory, Linguistics, Philosophy, Politics, Law, Sociology, Public Policy, Art History, Museum Studies, Comparative Literature, Environmental Science, Gender Studies, Mathematics, Physics, Astronomy, Sports Business, Management, Social Entrepreneurship
Cost$500–$1,499 · $500
Websitehttps://www.eurekaprogram.com/
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Great Books Summer ProgramSelective

Great Books Summer Program

A 25-year-old residential, commuter, and online program offering literature, philosophy, writing, leadership, and entrepreneurship courses for middle and high school students, with domestic on-campus sessions at Amherst College, Stanford University, and Haverford College, plus international travel programs.

Jun–JulResidential / Commuter / OnlineMultiple locations$500–$1,499
Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, Leadership, Business/Entrepreneurship, Performing & Visual Arts
SubjectsLiterature, Philosophy, Writing, Essays, Poetry, Short Stories, Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Government, Law
Cost$500–$1,499 · $895
Websitehttps://www.greatbookssummer.com/
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Vanderbilt UniversitySelective

Vanderbilt Summer Academy

An intensive one-week or two-week residential summer program for rising 7th–12th grade students featuring accelerated, interdisciplinary courses in subjects like nanotechnology, biomedical ethics, and philosophy. Students receive written performance evaluations rather than grades or college credit.

Jun–Jul · 1–2 wk sessionsResidentialNashville, TN$1,500–$2,99965 days
Entering grades7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM
SubjectsNanotechnology, Biomedical Ethics, Philosophy, History, Medicine
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,150
Websitehttps://pty.vanderbilt.edu/pty/students/vsa/
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St. John's CollegeSelective

St. John's College Summer Academy

An interdisciplinary humanities program offering one-week seminars in literature, philosophy, history, and art for high school students ages 15–18. Led by St. John's College faculty using discussion-based pedagogy with a maximum of 20 students per class, available online and at campuses in Annapolis and Santa Fe.

Jun–Jul · 1 wk sessionsResidential / OnlineMultiple locations$1,500–$2,999203 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic
SubjectsGreat Books, Literature, Philosophy, History, Art, Classics, Mathematics, Physics
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,400
Websitehttps://www.sjc.edu/summer-academy
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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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University of MarylandSelectiveCredit

University of Maryland: Terp Young Scholars | College of Computer, Mathematical, and Natural Sciences

A competitive three-week summer program offering 35+ university courses for high school students (rising grades 10–12) with the opportunity to earn 3 transferable college credits. Available both on-campus (commuter) and fully online.

Jul · 2–3 wk sessionsCommuter / OnlineCollege Park, MD$1,500–$2,999203 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration
SubjectsArchitecture, Planning & Preservation, Behavioral & Social Sciences, Computer Science, Coding, Engineering, Health Sciences, Medicine, Environmental Studies, Media Design, Neuroscience, Business, Psychology, History, Anthropology, Criminal Justice, International Relations, Geography, Writing, Theater Design, Philosophy, Physiology, Public Health, Nursing
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,791
Websitehttps://tys.umd.edu/
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Atlas Summer CoursesSelective

Atlas Summer Courses - Summer Programs in Oxford & Cambridge

Award-winning summer programs in Oxford, Cambridge, and Harrow offering courses across arts, humanities, business, medicine, sciences, and engineering for students ages 9–24. Limited spaces fill quickly; flexible payment plans and scholarships available.

Jun–Jul · 1–2 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialOxford, Cambridge, Harrow, United Kingdom$1,500–$2,999Rolling; apply early for limited places
Entering gradesBelow 6th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, College
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration, Business/Entrepreneurship, Healthcare
SubjectsPhilosophy, English Literature, Creative Writing, Art History, Business, Economics, Law, Marketing, Media, Medicine, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Psychology, Neuroscience, Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, International Relations, Politics, Sociology, Leadership, International Development
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,985
Websitehttps://atlassummercourses.com/
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Penn Catholic Newman CommunitySelective

Virtú Summer Institute

A two-week summer day program for middle school students (ages 10–14) combining philosophy, science, and storytelling with recreational activities, cooking, and guest speakers from distinguished professionals.

Jun · 2 wk sessionsCommuterPhiladelphia, PA$1,500–$2,999Rolling
Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM
SubjectsPhilosophy, Science, Storytelling, Public Speaking, Rhetoric, Creative Writing
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,600
Websitehttp://www.virtuinstitute.org/
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University of ChicagoSelectiveCredit

UChicago: Summer Immersion Program for Pre-College Students

A three-week undergraduate-level summer program for high school students (grades 9–11) offering courses in creative writing, STEM, economics, philosophy, and other disciplines. Participants live in campus housing and attend classes Monday–Friday.

Jun–Jul · 3 wk sessionsResidential / CommuterChicago, IL$3,000–$6,99993 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM
SubjectsCreative Writing, STEM, Economics, Philosophy
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,400
Websitehttps://summer.uchicago.edu/pre-college/pre-college/3-week-immersion/
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Scholar LaunchSelective

Scholar Launch: Customized One-on-one Research Practicum

A fully customizable online research program where students work one-on-one with faculty advisors to design and conduct independent research projects in any discipline, culminating in a college-level or high-school-level research paper or product.

3–4 wk sessionsOnline$3,000–$6,999Rolling
Entering grades7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, College
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration
SubjectsResearch Methodology, STEM, Business, Economics, Social Sciences, Psychology, History, Literature, Philosophy, Environmental Studies, Public Health
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,500
Websitehttps://www.scholarlaunch.org/
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Stanford UniversitySelective

Stanford Summer Humanities Institute

A selective three-week residential program for rising high school juniors and seniors that offers immersive instruction in humanities topics including literature, philosophy, art, history, and politics, taught by Stanford faculty and Ph.D. graduate students on Stanford's campus.

Jun–Jul · 3 wk sessionsResidentialPalo Alto, CA$7,000+84 days
Entering grades10th, 11th
CategoriesAcademic
SubjectsLiterature, Philosophy, Art History, History, Political Science, Humanities, Writing
Cost$7,000+ · $8,850
Websitehttps://summerhumanities.spcs.stanford.edu/
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Princeton UniversitySelective

Reason & Rationality

A selective 2-week residential and day summer program for high school students focused on critical thinking through small-group philosophical discussions on ethics, politics, economics, and logic, taught by Ph.D. students and young professors from top universities.

Jun–Jul · 1–2 wk sessionsResidential / CommuterPrinceton, NJ$7,000+111 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, Leadership
SubjectsPhilosophy, Ethics, Political Theory, Logic, Economics
Cost$7,000+ · $7,600
Websitehttps://www.reasonandrationality.com/
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Lawrence UniversitySelectiveCredit

Lawrence University Odyssey Immersion Program

A three-week, faculty-led residential immersion program combining small college-level classes with place-based learning experiences across multiple locations including Wisconsin, Door County, and international destinations.

Jul · 3 wk sessionsResidentialAppleton, WI$7,000+142 days
Entering grades11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM
SubjectsMathematics, Philosophy, Computer Science, Arts, Performance, Life Sciences, Microbiology, Physics, Astronomy, Cosmology, Literature
Cost$7,000+ · $10,799
Websitehttps://www.lawrence.edu/summer-lawrence
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Boston CollegeSelectiveCredit

Boston College Experience: Honors Six-Week Credit Program

A selective six-week online program for rising high school seniors offering up to 8 college credits through Boston College's Summer Session. Students take undergraduate honors courses alongside current BC students and receive optional faculty mentorship.

Jun · 6 wk sessionsOnline$7,000+155 days
Entering grades12th
CategoriesAcademic
SubjectsCollege Writing, Humanities, Mathematics, Social Sciences, Entrepreneurship, Criminal Justice, Mass Communication, Cybersecurity, Philosophy
Cost$7,000+ · $5,600.96
Websitehttps://www.bc.edu/bc-web/sites/bc-experience.html
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Oxbridge Summer ScholarsSelective

Oxbridge Summer Scholars at Oxford or Cambridge

A selective 2-week residential summer programme at Oxford and Cambridge universities for high school students ages 14–19. Students choose from four multidisciplinary academic streams (Science & Technology, Medical Sciences, Business & Economics, or Law & Global Issues) and participate in lectures, seminars, tutorials, and independent research projects in the Oxbridge teaching style.

Jul, Aug, Dec · 2–8 wk sessionsResidentialOxford; Cambridge, United Kingdom$7,000+Rolling
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration, Business/Entrepreneurship, Healthcare
SubjectsEngineering, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Medicine, Neuroscience, Biotechnology, Finance, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Law, Philosophy, Politics, International Relations
Cost$7,000+ · $6,950
Websitehttps://www.oxbridgesummerscholars.com/
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Oxbridge Summer ScholarsSelective

Oxbridge Summer Scholars: Law, PPE and Global Issues

A two-week residential summer program at Oxford or Cambridge exploring law, politics, philosophy, and international relations through an interdisciplinary lens. Students engage with legal systems, governance, ethics, and global challenges while experiencing university life and British culture.

Jul, Aug, Dec · 2 wk sessionsResidentialOxford, United Kingdom$7,000+Rolling
Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, Leadership
SubjectsLaw, Politics, Philosophy, International Relations
Cost$7,000+ · $5,550
Websitehttps://www.oxbridgesummerscholars.com/law-ppe-and-global-issues
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Pioneer AcademicsSelectiveCredit

Pioneer Research Institute

An online research program for high school students (grades 9–12) offering independent mentorship with university professors across 23+ disciplines. Students conduct original research, earn 4 transferable college credits accredited by Oberlin College, and produce undergraduate-level research papers.

Feb, Jun · 8 wk sessionsOnline$7,000+Spring-to-Summer: Rolling (3rd week of October); Summer: Rolling (2nd week of January)
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration, Leadership
SubjectsAnthropology, Architecture, Art History, Astronomy, Biology, Business, Chemistry, Computer Science, Criminology, Culture Studies, Ecology, Economics, Education, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Film Studies, Gender Studies, History, International Relations, Literature, Mathematics, Media Studies, Music, Neuroscience, Philosophy, Physics, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology
Cost$7,000+ · $7,465
Websitehttps://pioneeracademics.com/
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The Abarbanel InstituteSelective

The Abarbanel Institute Summer Seminar: Judaism and the Challenge of Modernity

A three-week residential college-level seminar in Leiden, Netherlands exploring Judaism, modernity, and the Dutch Golden Age through the lens of philosophy, art history, and culture. Students engage with key historical texts, visit museums, and experience Shabbat with local Jewish communities.

Jul · 3 wk sessionsResidentialLeiden, Netherlands$7,000+Rolling (applications open September 2026)
Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, Travel/Cultural Immersion
SubjectsPhilosophy, Art History, Jewish Studies, History, Religious Studies
Cost$7,000+ · $9,750
Websitehttps://www.abarbanelinstitute.org/
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Vanderbilt UniversitySelective

Vanderbilt University: Summer Programs for Talented Youth

Vanderbilt Programs for Talented Youth offers accelerated summer courses for advanced and high-achieving students in grades 1–12, including on-campus and virtual options designed for gifted and motivated learners.

Jun–Jul · 1–2 wk sessionsCommuter / Residential / OnlineNashville, TNRolling
Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic
SubjectsSTEM, Bio Technology, Engineering, Physics, Psychology, Arts, Career Exploration, Neuroscience, Cybersecurity, Humanities, Healthcare, Philosophy
Websitehttps://pty.vanderbilt.edu/for-students/
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