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CUNY Hostos Community CollegeSelectiveCredit

CUNY Hostos Community College: CollegeNow Bronx Civic Scholars Institute (BCSI)

A six-week summer enrichment program for rising seniors focused on social justice issues through the lens of local, state, and federal laws. Students earn 3 college credits in American Government while participating in internships at community-based organizations.

Jul · 6 wk sessionsCommuterBronx, NYFree

Entering grades11th

CategoriesAcademic, Leadership, Community Service

SubjectsAmerican Government, Political Science, Social Justice

CostFree · $0

Websitehttps://www.hostos.cuny.edu/Programs/College-Now/Summer-Programs

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US Naval AcademySelective

US Naval Academy: Summer Seminar

A 6-day residential introduction to the Naval Academy for prospective applicants. The highly competitive program includes coursework in engineering, sciences, humanities, and military leadership, with approximately 800 spaces available per session.

Jun · 1 wk sessionsResidentialAnnapolis, MD<$500141 days

Entering grades11th

CategoriesSTEM, Leadership, Career Exploration

SubjectsInformation Technology, Naval Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, Ocean Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Microcomputer Design, Seamanship & Navigation, Ethics & Character Development, Oceanography, Mathematics, History, Meteorology, Literature, Chemistry, Political Science, Language Studies, Martial Arts, Economics

Cost<$500 · $575

Websitehttps://www.usna.edu/Admissions/Programs/NASS/index.php

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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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University of AmsterdamSelective

University of Amsterdam Summer Courses: International Relations

A 2-week intensive summer program in international relations and political science for high school students aged 16+, held on the University of Amsterdam campus with mandatory on-campus housing.

Jun · 2 wk sessionsResidentialAmsterdam, Netherlands$1,500–$2,99997 days

Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic

SubjectsInternational Relations, Political Science

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,475

Websitehttps://www.uva.nl/en/programmes/pre-university-summer-courses/international-relations/international-relations.html

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World Scholars AcademySelective

World Scholars Academy | Law Internships

Online law internships for ages 15–18 combining live instruction with academic research. Students work with peers to research and co-author a pioneering academic paper on topics including jurisprudence, political economy, antitrust law, government censorship, and environmental law.

Jul · 4 wk sessionsOnline$1,500–$2,999Rolling

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, Career Exploration, Leadership

SubjectsLaw, Political Science, Jurisprudence, Political Economy, Antitrust Law, Government Censorship, Environmental Law, Academic Research, Government

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,395

Websitehttps://www.worldscholarsacademy.com/internships/law-internships

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Loyola Marymount UniversitySelectiveCredit

Loyola Marymount University Precollege Summer Programs

An engaging opportunity for motivated high school students to get a sneak peek at college through transformative summer experiences in various disciplines including film, arts, business, STEM, and media studies.

Jun–Jul · 2–4 wk sessionsCommuter / OnlineLos Angeles, CA$3,000–$6,9995 days left

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

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

SubjectsScreenwriting, Film Production, Animation, Graphic Design, Acting, Dance, Theatre, Stage Design, Theatre Technology, Sports & Entertainment Business, Entrepreneurship, Engineering, Environmental Science, Computer Science, Political Science, Journalism, Media Literacy, Creative Technology & Innovation

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $6,500

Websitehttps://summer.lmu.edu/courses

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St. Albans SchoolSelective

St. Albans School of Public Service

A highly selective 4-week summer residential and day program for rising high school seniors focused on government, public policy, and public service. Students engage in classroom simulations, case studies, field trips, and speaker programs featuring high-profile government officials and policy leaders.

Jun · 4 wk sessionsResidential / CommuterWashington, DC$3,000–$6,99921 days left

Entering grades12th

CategoriesLeadership, Career Exploration

SubjectsGovernment, Public Policy, Public Service, Political Science, Law, Policy Analysis

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $5,300

Websitehttps://sps.stalbansschool.org/

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Loyola Marymount UniversitySelective

LMU Pre-College Programs - Political Science: Identity Politics

A two-week residential pre-college program exploring identity politics in the United States, examining how race, gender, class, and other identities shape political behavior and intergroup relations.

Jun · 2 wk sessionsResidentialLos Angeles, CA$3,000–$6,999125 days

Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, Career Exploration, Leadership

SubjectsPolitical Science, Identity Politics

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $6,500

Websitehttps://summer.lmu.edu/politicalscience

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Georgetown UniversitySelective

Georgetown University Summer Pre-College Program - Democracy, Peace & Conflict Academy

A one-week residential or commuter summer academy for high school students exploring democratic systems, political conflict, and contemporary debates through lectures, discussions, simulations, and Washington, D.C. site visits.

Jul · 1 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialWashington, DC$3,000–$6,999186 days

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

CategoriesAcademic, Leadership

SubjectsPolitical Science, Democracy Studies, Conflict Resolution, Debate and Dialogue

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $3,095

Websitehttps://summer.georgetown.edu/programs/SHS35/democracy-peace-conflict-academy/

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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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National Student Leadership Conference (NSLC)SelectiveCredit

National Student Leadership Conference (NSLC) | Political Action & Public Policy

A 9-day residential pre-college program at Georgetown University where high school students engage in hands-on political simulations, interact with guest speakers from government and advocacy organizations, and learn leadership and public policy skills.

Jun · 1 wk sessionsResidentialWashington, DC$3,000–$6,999Rolling; seasonal suggested deadlines

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, Leadership, Career Exploration

SubjectsPolitical Science, Government, Public Policy, Legislative Process, Campaign Management

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,295

Websitehttps://www.nslcleaders.org/youth-leadership-programs/political-action-public-policy/

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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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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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Montclair State UniversitySelectiveCredit

Montclair State University Early College Programs

An early college program allowing academically ambitious high school students to earn transferable college credits through courses taught in high school, on campus, or online by university professors.

Jan, May, Aug, Sep · SemesterCommuter / Residential / OnlineMontclair, NJ35 days

Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM

SubjectsAthletic Training, Yoga, Nutrition, Health, Fitness, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball, Soccer, Dance, Karate, Education Foundations, Children's Literature, Economics, Personal Finance, Spreadsheet Modeling, Speech, Communication, Film, Television, Anthropology, Arabic, Chinese, French, German, Greek, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Latin, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, History, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology, Literature, Women's Studies, Law, Mathematics, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Earth Sciences, Physics, Statistics, Visual Arts, Music, Theater, Creative Thinking

Websitehttps://www.montclair.edu/early-college-program/

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IvyMaxSelective

IvyMax: Franklin Research Internship Program

A six-week intensive summer research program for high-achieving high school students. Students participate in a three-week training period followed by individual research project work in fields including biology, engineering, economics, and humanities, working with mentors from top academic institutions.

Jun–Jul · 6 wk sessionsOnline

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration

SubjectsCell Biology, Molecular Biology, Molecular Cloning, Epigenomics, Bioinformatics, Ecology, Computational Biology, Electrical Engineering, Energy Management, Energy Data Analytics, Machine Learning Modeling, Math, Physical Science, Statistics, Predictive Modeling, Political Science, International Relations, Sociology, Anthropology, Psychology, Business Analytics, Electronic Art, AI/Machine Learning, Sustainability, Computer Science, Economics, Asian American Studies, Game Design, Genetics and Genomics

Websitehttps://ivymax.com/franklin-research-internship-program/

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Indiana State UniversityCredit

Indiana State University: Summer Scholars

A residential one-week academic program for high school students to explore college majors and earn university credit while staying on Indiana State University's campus in Terre Haute.

Jul · 1 wk sessionsResidentialTerre Haute, IN$500–$1,499193 days

Entering grades11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM

SubjectsSocial Work, Arts, Political Science, Music, Learning Strategies, Forensic Science, History, Environmental Science, Business/Economics, Gaming, Law, Pharmacy, Genetics, Supply Chain Management, Environmental Resilience, Ethics

Cost$500–$1,499 · $500

Websitehttps://indianastate.edu/academics/sycamore-summer-scholars

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University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

Explore@UNC: Summer Pre-College Program

Carolina's one-week, on-campus pre-college program for high school students. Students choose two contrasting two-day academic tracks from offerings including Pre-Med, Pre-Health, Engineering, and various liberal arts disciplines, led by faculty and near-peer mentors.

Jun–Jul · 1 wk sessionsCommuterChapel Hill, NC$500–$1,499Pre-registration opens December 2026

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration

SubjectsPre-Med, Pre-Nursing, Pre-Health, Biomedical Engineering, Environmental Science & Engineering, Material Science & Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, Public Health, Psychology & Neuroscience, Sports Administration, Art History, Music, Political Science, Public Policy

Cost$500–$1,499 · $575

Websitehttps://summer.unc.edu/exploreunc/

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Kaleidoscope Education

Kaleidoscope: Find Your Path to Impact Through the Social Sciences!

An online seminar exploring how social sciences address real-world problems. Students learn economics, sociology, psychology, anthropology, history, and political science through an intensive program, then apply these lenses to contemporary issues like climate change and racism.

Jun–Jul · 2–3 wk sessionsOnline$500–$1,499

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

CategoriesAcademic, Career Exploration

SubjectsSocial Sciences, Economics, Sociology, Psychology, Anthropology, History, Political Science

Cost$500–$1,499 · $1,000

Websitehttps://kaleidoscope.education/social-sciences-for-social-problems

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University of Rochester

University of Rochester Pre-College: US Healthcare: Politics, Problems and Possibilities

If you have a passion for a certain subject and would like to explore it before college, here is your chance to do so—with one of the world's leading research universities. The Rochester Pre-College Online Program offers courses designed for high school students ages 13 and up. Each course features engaging video by Rochester faculty and access to mentors. The program is available year-round, and the online format lets you study anywhere, anytime, at your own pace.

Jun–Jul · 2 wk sessionsOnline$500–$1,499

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesHealthcare, Academic

SubjectsHealthcare Policy, Political Science

Cost$500–$1,499 · $695

Websitehttps://rochesteronline.precollegeprograms.org/healthcare

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University of Amsterdam

University of Amsterdam Summer Courses: Politics & Identity

A 2-week on-campus program in Amsterdam exploring identity politics, political theory, and social sciences through interactive seminars, guest lectures, excursions, and debates in an international student environment.

Jul · 2 wk sessionsCommuterAmsterdam, Netherlands$1,500–$2,99997 days

Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, Leadership

SubjectsPolitical Science, Identity Politics, Political Theory, Culture Studies, Sociology, Populism, Globalization, Environmentalism

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,475

Websitehttps://www.uva.nl/en/programmes/pre-university-summer-courses/politics--identity/political-science.html

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World Scholars Academy

World Scholars Academy | International Relations Summer Courses

A two-week synchronous online course covering international relations, political science, government, leadership, and Model United Nations, with live instruction, video recordings, and a course completion certificate.

Jul · 2 wk sessionsOnline$1,500–$2,999

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

CategoriesAcademic, Leadership

SubjectsInternational Relations, Political Science, Government, Leadership, Model United Nations, Politics, International Law, Global Issues

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,995

Websitehttps://www.worldscholarsacademy.com/courses/international-relations

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Georgetown University

Georgetown University Summer Pre-College Program - Washington & the World Academy

A one-week residential or commuter program exploring U.S. foreign policy and global engagement through lectures, discussions, guest speakers, and a National Security Council crisis simulation, taught by Georgetown School of Foreign Service faculty.

Jul · 1 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialWashington, DC$3,000–$6,999156 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, Leadership

SubjectsForeign Policy, Government, International Relations, American History, Political Science

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $3,095

Websitehttps://summer.georgetown.edu/programs/SHS25/washington-the-world-academy/

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Boston College

Boston College Experience: Government, Globalism, and World Affairs

This two-week course involves a comprehensive survey of the connection between politics, economics, and internationalism. The course takes an in-depth look at the beginnings of capitalism in the Sixteenth century; at how capitalism affected, and was affected by, the growth of the nation state; and at how capitalism became the dominant economic, social, and, in some cases, the religious belief system for many countries, particularly those in the West.

Jul · 2 wk sessionsResidentialBoston, MA$3,000–$6,999

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, Leadership

SubjectsGovernment, International Affairs, Political Science

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $3,000

Websitehttps://www.bc.edu/content/bc-web/sites/bc-experience/Program/session-2.html

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Brown University

Brown Pre-College Programs: Summer@Brown Online

An online summer program offering 35+ courses across STEM, humanities, and social sciences for high school students (grades 9–12). Students choose from asynchronous or blended formats with flexible session lengths from 2 to 6 weeks.

Jun · 2–6 wk sessionsOnline$3,000–$6,999

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM

SubjectsBiological and Natural Sciences, Business, Economics, Legal Studies, Engineering and Technology, Literature, Writing, Communications, Medical and Health Studies, Physical Sciences, Math, Political Science, Philosophy, History, Psychology, Social Sciences

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $3,218

Websitehttps://precollege.brown.edu/programs/summerbrown-online

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