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Silver SignalCarnegie Mellon University Pre-College ProgramsSelective

Carnegie Mellon University Pre-College Programs: CS Scholars

A fully funded, merit-based residential program for rising 10th and 11th graders interested in exploring computer science through Python programming, computational math, faculty mentorship, and real-world projects with industry engagement.

Jun · 4 wk sessionsResidentialPittsburgh, PAFree83 days
Entering grades10th, 11th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration
SubjectsComputer Science, Python Programming, Computational Mathematics
CostFree · $0
Websitehttps://www.cmu.edu/pre-college/academic-programs/computer-science-scholars.html
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Silver SignalStanford UniversitySelective

Stanford University: SPINWIP

A free virtual summer outreach program designed to inspire high school women and non-binary students in physics. Participants engage in cutting-edge research topics including quantum physics, quantum computing, astrophysics, and cosmology, along with Python coding projects and college planning workshops led by Stanford faculty and undergraduate mentors.

Jul · 3 wk sessionsOnlineFreeApplication closed for 2026; mailing list available for 2027
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th
CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration
SubjectsPhysics, Quantum Physics, Quantum Computing, Astrophysics, Cosmology, Python Programming
CostFree · $0
Websitehttps://physics.stanford.edu/about/equity-and-inclusion/spinwip
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Bronze SignalJohns Hopkins University, Whiting School of EngineeringSelectiveCredit

Johns Hopkins Engineering Innovation Pre-College Programs

A suite of five engineering and computer science summer programs offering college-level coursework with hands-on projects. Programs include Biomedical Engineering Innovation, Engineering Innovation Research, Explore Engineering Innovation, Intro to Python, and Sustainable Energy Engineering, available in online, commuter, residential, and hybrid formats.

Jun–Oct · 2–4 wk sessionsCommuter / Residential / OnlineBaltimore, MD$3,000–$6,999198 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, PG
CategoriesSTEM, Academic
SubjectsBiomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Sustainable Energy, Python Programming, Computer Science
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $1,330
Websitehttps://ei.jhu.edu/
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Northwestern UniversitySelective

Northwestern University: CIERA REACH Summer Program

A selective 3-week intensive summer program where high school students conduct hands-on astronomy research with CIERA astronomers, learn Python programming, and work on mini-projects based on active research. An optional 3-week REACH Further extension is available for continued research projects.

Jun–Jul · 3 wk sessionsCommuterEvanston, IL$1,500–$2,999111 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Academic
SubjectsAstronomy, Python Programming
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,500
Websitehttps://sites.northwestern.edu/cierahs/
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UC BerkeleySelective

ROAR Summer Academy for California High School Students

A two-week intensive summer program for advanced California high school students (grades 10–12) focused on AI, machine learning, autonomous driving, and robotics. Students attend daily in-person classes on the UC Berkeley campus and work with Python, neural networks, reinforcement learning, and related computational topics.

Jul · 2 wk sessionsCommuterBerkeley, CA$1,500–$2,999137 days
Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration
SubjectsPython Programming, Machine Learning, Autonomous Driving, Neural Networks, Reinforcement Learning, Generative AI, Data Science
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,250
Websitehttps://roar.berkeley.edu/roar-academy
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Tufts UniversitySelectiveCredit

Tufts Pre-College: Engineering & Computer Science Programs

Summer intensives and undergraduate engineering/computer science courses for high school students, featuring 2–3 week residential and commuter options with faculty mentorship, lab access, and portfolio-building opportunities.

Jun–Aug · 2–3 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialMedford, MA$3,000–$6,999172 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Academic, Career Exploration, Travel/Cultural Immersion
SubjectsEngineering, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Python Programming, Robotics, Biomedical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Environmental Science, Music Engineering, Design, Engineering Design, Renewable Energy Systems
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,425
Websitehttps://universitycollege.tufts.edu/pre-college/academics/engineering-computer-science-programs-high-school-students
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Loyola Marymount UniversitySelective

LMU Pre-College Programs - Code and Create: Building Your Own Innovative Apps with Python

A two-week residential pre-college program where rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors learn Python programming fundamentals and build their own innovative applications. Students develop projects such as games, quiz apps, interactive stories, and data-analysis tools while exploring AI tools and ethical technology design.

Jun · 2 wk sessionsResidentialLos Angeles, CA$3,000–$6,999186 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration, STEM, Career Exploration
SubjectsComputer Science, Python Programming, App Development
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $6,500
Websitehttps://summer.lmu.edu/computerscience
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University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)SelectiveCredit

UCLA Summer Sessions: Computer Science Summer Institute – Introductory Track

A fully online synchronous introduction to computer science using Python, offering a certificate of completion or 4 units of UCLA college credit for high school students with no prior CS experience.

Jun · 3 wk sessionsOnline$3,000–$6,999217 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Academic
SubjectsComputer Science, Python Programming
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $3,150
Websitehttps://cssi.cs.ucla.edu/track-1-intro-to-computer-science/
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University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA)SelectiveCredit

UCLA Summer Sessions: Computer Science Summer Institute – GEN AI Track

An intensive three-week summer program for advanced high school students focusing on generative AI, machine learning, and large language models. Students learn neural networks, natural language processing, and multimodal generation through lectures and group discussions, with the option to earn 4 units of UCLA college credit.

Jul · 3 wk sessionsCommuterLos Angeles, CA$3,000–$6,999238 days
Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration
SubjectsGenerative AI, Machine Learning, Natural Language Processing, Neural Networks, Large Language Models, Multimodal Generation, Representation Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Python Programming
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $3,150
Websitehttps://cssi.cs.ucla.edu/track-3-gen-ai/
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Summit EducationSelective

Summit Research Scholars (SRS)

An intensive three-week virtual summer research program for high school students focusing on research foundations, technical skills, data analysis, and Python programming across STEM disciplines.

Jul · 3 wk sessionsOnlineRolling
Entering grades8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Academic
SubjectsResearch Methodology, Python Programming, Data Analysis, Statistics, Biology, Engineering, Mathematics, Chemistry, Computer Science, Physics & Astronomy, Social Sciences, Earth Science
Websitehttps://www.summiteducation.org/
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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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University of Michigan

University of Michigan - Joy of Coding: Intro to Coding Online Summer Course

An online, self-paced summer course introducing high school students to Python programming and computational thinking through algorithms, logic, and problem-solving. Taught by award-winning faculty with embedded metacognitive practices.

Jun · 2–6 wk sessionsOnline<$500Rolling; enrollment through end of July
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Academic
SubjectsComputer Science, Python Programming, Computational Thinking
Cost<$500 · $149
Websitehttps://joyofcoding.eecs.umich.edu/
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Louisiana State University

Louisiana State University Pre-College: eXploreCS High School

A 5-day summer program for high school students (grades 10–12) exploring computer science fundamentals, programming, algorithms, AI, robotics, and digital creativity through hands-on projects at LSU's Baton Rouge campus.

Jun · 1 wk sessionsCommuterBaton Rouge, LA$500–$1,499171 days
Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration, Academic
SubjectsComputer Science, Python Programming, Algorithms, Video Game Development, Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, Arduino Programming, Digital Music Production, Ethical Hacking
Cost$500–$1,499 · $500
Websitehttps://precollege.lsu.edu/courses?on-campus
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Louisiana State University

Louisiana State University Pre-College: eXploreCS Junior High

A 5-day on-campus computer science camp for 7th–9th graders featuring Python programming, algorithms, video games, artificial intelligence, robotics, digital music production, and ethical hacking. Participants program an Arduino to build an autonomous robot they can take home.

Jun · 1 wk sessionsCommuterBaton Rouge, LA$500–$1,499171 days
Entering grades7th, 8th, 9th
CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration
SubjectsComputer Science, Python Programming, Algorithms, Video Games, Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, Digital Music Production, Ethical Hacking
Cost$500–$1,499 · $500
Websitehttps://precollege.lsu.edu/courses?on-campus
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University of Massachusetts AmherstCredit

UMass Amherst Summer Pre-College: Programming for Aspiring Scientists

A two-week course teaching Python programming with applications to physics problems. Students learn to write algorithms, visualize and fit data, and apply programming techniques to physical examples such as trajectory modeling and weather system simulation. Students earn 2 college credits.

Jun · 2 wk sessionsCommuter / Residential / OnlineAmherst, MA$1,500–$2,999172 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Academic
SubjectsComputer Science, Python Programming, Physics, Data Visualization
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,985
Websitehttps://www.umass.edu/uww/pre-college/residential/programming-python-physics
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Stony Brook University

Stony Brook University Pre-College Summer: Biomedical Engineering

A 6-day intensive biomedical engineering program for rising high school juniors and seniors covering anatomy, AI/machine learning, engineering design, 3D modeling, microcontroller programming, biosignals, and clinical problem-solving. Available as residential or commuter options.

Jun–Jul · 1 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialStony Brook, NY$1,500–$2,999203 days
Entering grades11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Academic
SubjectsBiomedical Engineering, Engineering Design, Anatomy, Machine Learning, Python Programming, 3D Modeling and Printing, Electronics, Wearable Health Technology
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,375
Websitehttps://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/precollege-summer/courses/biomedical-engineering.php
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Stony Brook University

Stony Brook University Pre-College Summer: Robotics with AI

An intensive 5-day program where rising juniors and seniors build AI-enabled robots from scratch using Python, C++, and machine learning. Students keep the robots they create and learn computer vision, deep learning, and autonomous navigation from expert faculty. Available as residential or commuter options.

Jul · 1 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialStony Brook, NY$1,500–$2,999203 days
Entering grades11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration
SubjectsRobotics, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Python Programming, C++ Programming, Engineering, Computer Science, Deep Learning, Autonomous Navigation
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,000
Websitehttps://www.stonybrook.edu/commcms/precollege-summer/courses/robotics-with-ai.php
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University of Maryland Extended StudiesCredit

University of Maryland: Terp Young Scholars | College of Arts and Humanities

A three-week summer program offering 3-credit university courses across arts, humanities, business, computing, engineering, health sciences, and social sciences for rising high school sophomores through seniors. Available in both in-person campus and fully online formats.

Jul · 3 wk sessionsCommuter / OnlineCollege Park, MD$1,500–$2,999203 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration
SubjectsArchitecture, Planning & Preservation, Creative Writing, History, Philosophy, Theater Design, Accounting, Business, Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Computing, Python Programming, Data Science, Digital Media, Engineering, Materials Science, Environmental Science, Sustainability, Medical Physiology, Public Health, Global Health, Criminal Justice, Mock Trial, Forensic Anthropology, International Relations, Psychology
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,420
Websitehttps://tys.umd.edu/
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UCLA Summer SessionsCredit

UCLA Summer Sessions: Python for Economics and Finance Summer Institute

A summer program focused on teaching Python programming applications in economics and finance to high school students.

Jun–Jul · 1–2 wk sessionsCommuterLos Angeles, CA$1,500–$2,999Rolling
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration
SubjectsPython Programming, Economics, Finance
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,850
Websitehttps://summer.ucla.edu/program/python-for-economics-and-finance/
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University of Texas at Austin

UT Austin: Summer Academy for Machine Learning

A 6-day residential immersive program for high school students (grades 10–12) exploring machine learning, Python programming, and tech careers. Taught by UT Computer Science faculty at the Gates-Dell Complex with housing, meals, and 24-hour supervision included.

Jun–Jul · 1 wk sessionsResidentialAustin, TX$1,500–$2,999Rolling
Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration
SubjectsMachine Learning, Python Programming, Computer Science, Project Management
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,100
Websitehttps://www.cs.utexas.edu/engage/k-12-outreach/academies/machine-learning
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University of Massachusetts AmherstCredit

UMass Amherst Summer Pre-College: Discovering Mathematics

A two-week residential or commuter program introducing students to computing in mathematics through exploration of dynamical systems, probability, and mathematical physics using Python programming.

Jul · 2 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialAmherst, MA$3,000–$6,999202 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM
SubjectsMathematics, Computer Science, Python Programming, Dynamical Systems
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $2,337
Websitehttps://www.umass.edu/uww/pre-college/residential/discovering-mathematics-computer-experiments
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MehtA+

MehtA+ AI/Machine Learning Research Bootcamp

A 6-week virtual university-level bootcamp covering mathematical foundations of AI, machine learning, and deep learning. Designed and taught by MIT and Stanford engineers, students engage in project-based research with university partners including UPenn, Northeastern, University of Bologna, and Singapore Institute of Technology across domains like medicine, digital humanities, astronomy, and linguistics.

Jun · 6 wk sessionsOnline207 days
Entering grades8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesSTEM, Academic
SubjectsMachine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, Python Programming, Deep Learning, Neural Networks, Natural Language Processing
Websitehttps://mehtaplustutoring.com/ai-ml-research-bootcamp/
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