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McCallie SchoolSelective

McCallie Summer Camps: Leadership Camp

An intensive 12-day residential leadership camp for rising 8th and 9th grade boys combining on-campus classes with off-campus expeditions throughout Chattanooga. The program focuses on character development, real-world problem-solving, and community engagement through a selective, experience-based curriculum.

Jun · 2 wk sessionsResidentialChattanooga, TNFreeRolling admissions; early submission advised

Entering grades8th, 9th

CategoriesLeadership, Community Service

SubjectsLeadership Development, Character Education, Community Engagement, Problem-Solving

CostFree · $0

Websitehttps://www.mccalliesummercamps.com/boarding-camps/leadership-camp

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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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Alpert JCCSelective

Camp Komaroff: CIT

A 9-week Counselors-in-Training program where teens ages 13–15 develop leadership and communication skills while serving as role models to younger campers at the Weinberg Jewish Long Beach Campus.

Jun · 8 wk sessionsCommuterLong Beach, CA<$500Rolling

Entering grades8th, 9th, 10th

CategoriesLeadership

SubjectsLeadership Development, Communication Skills, Problem-Solving, Program Planning

Cost<$500 · $100

Websitehttps://www.alpertjcc.org/

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Stony Brook UniversitySelective

Stony Brook University Pre-College Summer: Exploring Mathematics

A week-long pre-college course exploring extensions of high school mathematics including discrete mathematics, probability, number theory, infinite series, and mathematical proof using Polya's problem-solving process.

Jul · 1 wk sessionsCommuterStony Brook, NY$500–$1,499186 days

Entering grades11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM

SubjectsMathematics, Problem-Solving, Discrete Mathematics, Probability, Number Theory, Infinite Series, Mathematical Proof

Cost$500–$1,499 · $1,000

Websitehttps://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/precollege-summer/courses/exploring-mathematics.php

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Wolfram ResearchSelective

Wolfram Middle School Summer Camp

An interactive, workshop-based virtual camp for motivated middle-school girls focused on building technical skills in programming, computational thinking, and the Wolfram Language through coding, design, and problem-solving activities.

Jul · 1 wk sessionsOnline$500–$1,499186 days

Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th

CategoriesSTEM

SubjectsProgramming, Computational Thinking, Wolfram Language, Coding, Problem-Solving

Cost$500–$1,499 · $500

Websitehttps://education.wolfram.com/middle-school-camp/

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University of Pennsylvania Wharton SchoolSelective

Wharton Global Youth Program: Essentials of Leadership

A two-week intensive online summer program for high school students exploring leadership development, business education, and interpersonal skills through live lectures, business simulations, and case studies.

Jun–Jul · 2 wk sessionsOnline$3,000–$6,99979 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesLeadership, Business/Entrepreneurship

SubjectsLeadership Development, Business Simulations, Communication Skills, Negotiation, Emotional Intelligence, Strategic Planning, Teamwork and Collaboration, Problem-Solving

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,099

Websitehttps://globalyouth.wharton.upenn.edu/programs-courses/essentials-of-leadership/

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Texas State University - MathworksSelective

Texas State University: Mathworks Honors Summer Math Camp

An intensive six-week residential math camp for high school students emphasizing problem-solving, research skills, and mathematical reasoning. The program serves talented students from across the United States and internationally, with opportunities for multi-year participation and original research projects.

Jun · 6 wk sessionsResidentialSan Marcos, TX$3,000–$6,99997 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesSTEM, Academic

SubjectsMathematics, Problem-Solving, Research Skills

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $6,600

Websitehttps://www.txst.edu/mathworks/mathworks-camps/hsmc.html

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LaunchXSelective

LaunchX Online Innovation Summer Program

A 3-week online summer program where high school students (ages 14–18) work in teams to solve real business challenges from industry partners including Northwestern Mutual, Rockwell Automation, and the Milwaukee Bucks. Students digest company challenges, develop solutions collaboratively, and present at Innovation Day.

Jun · 3 wk sessionsOnline$3,000–$6,999114 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesBusiness/Entrepreneurship, Career Exploration

SubjectsBusiness Consulting, Innovation, Problem-Solving

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,495

Websitehttps://www.launchx.com/programs/online-innovation

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Baylor UniversityCredit

Baylor University: University for Young People

A summer program offered through Baylor University's Center for Talent Identification Programs for grades 1–3, featuring in-person courses on campus designed to foster critical and creative thinking skills using a creative problem-solving framework.

Jun · 1 wk sessionsCommuterWaco, TX<$500188 days

Entering gradesBelow 6th

CategoriesAcademic

SubjectsCritical Thinking, Problem-Solving, Leadership, Teamwork

Cost<$500 · $250

Websitehttps://gifted.soe.baylor.edu/uyp

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University of Michigan

Joy of Coding: Introduction to Programming Online Summer Course

An online, asynchronous summer course introducing high school students (age 13+) to programming in Python and computational thinking. Students earn certificates of accomplishment and develop problem-solving skills through self-paced instruction supported by University of Michigan faculty and student coaches.

Jun–Jul · 6 wk sessionsOnline<$500Rolling through end of July

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesSTEM, Academic

SubjectsPython Programming, Computational Thinking, Problem-Solving, Mathematical Functions

Cost<$500 · $149

Websitehttps://joyofcoding.eecs.umich.edu

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Camp S.W.A.G. Academy

Camp S.W.A.G. Academy: Summer Leadership & STEM Programs

Camp S.W.A.G. Academy offers summer leadership and STEM programs for middle and high school students in the Greater Atlanta area and select North Carolina communities, featuring hands-on, project-based learning in small cohorts.

Jun–Aug · 1 wk sessionsCommuterMultiple locations$500–$1,499232 days

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

CategoriesSTEM, Leadership, Academic

SubjectsSTEM, Leadership, Human Intelligence, Emotional Intelligence, Responsible AI, Project Management, Solar Technology, Applied STEM, Engineering Design, Problem-Solving, Event Planning, Chemistry, Physics, Aerodynamics

Cost$500–$1,499 · $1,495

Websitehttps://campswagacademy.com/

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White Stag

White Stag Sierra Leadership Camp

A coeducational outdoor leadership camp for youth ages 11–17 that develops team skills, problem-solving, and strategic thinking through games, swimming, climbing, hiking, canoeing, and camping activities led by youth staff.

Jul · 1 wk sessionsResidentialTruckee, CA$500–$1,499

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

CategoriesLeadership, Outdoor Adventure, Community Service

SubjectsLeadership, Team Building, Problem-Solving, Outdoor Skills

Cost$500–$1,499 · $575

Websitehttps://whitestagsierra.org/

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Summer at Brooks (Brooks School)

Brooks School: Summer Leader in Training Program (LIT)

A three-year progressive leadership development program for ages 13–17 that trains teen counselors through structured instruction, mentorship, and embedded experience in camp groups. Participants gain skills in communication, problem-solving, youth development, and group management while supporting younger campers throughout the full summer session.

Jun · 8 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialNorth Andover, MA$1,500–$2,999Rolling

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

CategoriesLeadership

SubjectsLeadership Development, Communication Skills, Problem-Solving, Conflict Resolution, Youth Development, Group Management

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,175

Websitehttps://summer.brooksschool.org/program/leaders-in-training/

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Quinnipiac University

Quinnipiac University Summer Programs: Entrepreneurship Academy

A one-week intensive summer workshop where high school students learn business fundamentals, entrepreneurship, and leadership skills through faculty-designed programming. Students develop business ideas using the lean business model canvas and improve presentation skills.

Jul · 1 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialHamden, CT$1,500–$2,999Rolling; Registration opens October 2026

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesBusiness/Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Academic

SubjectsEntrepreneurship, Business Fundamentals, Leadership, Problem-Solving, Business Planning, Public Speaking, Innovation

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,500

Websitehttps://www.qu.edu/academics/about-our-programs/summer-experiences-courses/high-school-students/entrepreneurship-innovation

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AIM Academy

AIM Academy: Summer Enrichment Program

A four-week in-person summer enrichment program for grades 1–12 offering small-group instruction in reading, writing, comprehension, and math with grade-level themed projects and critical thinking activities. The program is open to AIM students and students from public, private, and charter schools.

Jul · 4 wk sessionsCommuterConshohocken, PA$3,000–$6,999172 days

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

CategoriesAcademic, STEM

SubjectsReading, Writing, Math, Critical Thinking, Problem-Solving

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $3,950

Websitehttps://www.aimpa.org/academics/summer-enrichment-program

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