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Global Youth Excellence and LeadershipSelective

Global Youth Excellence and Leadership (GYEL) Program

A selective, fully virtual program for high school students (grades 9–12) offering rigorous coursework in global affairs, international relations, and leadership. Students engage in weekly 3-hour lectures across Fall, Spring, and Summer terms with exclusive mentorship, a capstone project, and recognition from UN-affiliated partners.

Jan, Jun, Sep · 3–5 wk sessionsOnline$1,500–$2,999293 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, Leadership, Career Exploration
SubjectsInternational Relations, Global Affairs, Diplomacy, United Nations Studies, Human Rights, Sustainable Development, Geopolitics, Global Governance, Leadership
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,500
Websitehttps://gyel.org/program/
Unverified
University of St. AndrewsSelective

University of St. Andrews: Summer Academic Experience Courses

A three-week residential summer program for ages 16–18 offering nine academic courses taught by university staff, including Creative Writing, Medicine, Psychology, and Sustainable Development, with accommodation, meals, and cultural activities included.

Jul · 3 wk sessionsResidentialSt Andrews, United Kingdom$7,000+October 2026 for Summer 2027 entry; Scholarship deadline 25 February 2026
Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM
SubjectsCreative Writing, Cinema and Film Studies, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Medicine, Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics, Psychology, Neuroscience, Social Science, Humanities, Sustainable Development
Cost$7,000+ · $6,850
Websitehttps://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/study/part-time/summer-courses/academic-experience/
Unverified
The Red Road FoundationCredit

The Red Road Foundation: Summer Student Trips

Experiential learning trips to Cambodia focused on sustainable development, environmental leadership, and service learning. Options range from weekend trips to four-week traveling adventures combining eco-construction projects, team building, and personal development with activities like jungle treks, kayaking, and leadership coaching.

Jan, Apr, Jun · 1–4 wk sessionsResidentialKampot, MT$500–$1,499
Entering grades12th, College
CategoriesTravel/Cultural Immersion, Community Service
SubjectsSustainable Development, Environmental Leadership, Social Enterprise, Team Building, Service Learning, Eco-Construction, Organic Farming, Leadership Development, Wellness
Cost$500–$1,499 · $600
Websitehttps://theredroadfoundation.org/cambodia-student-trips/
Unverified
University of Maryland Extended StudiesCredit

University of Maryland: Terp Young Scholars | College of Agriculture & Natural Resources

A 3-week summer program offering 3-credit college courses across multiple disciplines including business, STEM, humanities, and health sciences. Students attend either in-person on the College Park campus or online, earning grades on their official UMD transcript.

Jul · 3–5 wk sessionsCommuter / OnlineCollege Park, MD$1,500–$2,999202 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration, Business/Entrepreneurship
SubjectsArchitecture & Design, Digital Fabrication, Graphic Medicine, Theatrical Design, Creative Writing, Medieval History, Law & History, Philosophy, Accounting, Business, Leadership, Computing, Coding, Engineering, Medical Physiology, Public Health, Environmental Science, GIS, Criminal Justice, International Relations, Psychology, Mock Trial, Forensic Anthropology, Writing, Neuroscience, Sustainable Development
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,420
Websitehttps://tys.umd.edu/
Unverified
Franklin Academy

Franklin Academy: China Microfinance Rural Poverty Alleviation Program

A global volunteer and service learning program for high school students in rural Hunan, China, focusing on microfinance, poverty alleviation, and financial literacy. Students analyze financial support to local farmers, develop business plans, and present findings to communities.

Jun, Jul, Dec · 1–2 wk sessionsResidentialHunan, China
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesCommunity Service, Career Exploration, Business/Entrepreneurship
SubjectsMicrofinance, Rural Poverty Alleviation, Financial Literacy, Business Planning, Sustainable Development, Economic Analysis
Websitehttps://franklinacademy.us/global-philanthropy-leadership-program/china/
Unverified
Franklin AcademyCredit

Franklin Academy: Global Philanthropy Leadership Internship Program

An immersive, field-based program combining hands-on community service and research projects across five global locations (China, Costa Rica, Nepal, Arizona, and Kenya). Students engage in microfinance, biodiversity conservation, human rights, public health, and environmental protection initiatives while earning volunteer hours or UC-approved A-G course credits.

Jan, Jun, Jul, Aug, Dec · 2–4 wk sessionsResidential / CommuterMultiple locationsRolling; varies by location and session
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesCommunity Service, STEM, Career Exploration, Travel/Cultural Immersion, Leadership
SubjectsMicrofinance, Rural Poverty Alleviation, Biodiversity Conservation, Human Rights, Sustainable Development, Public Health, Wildlife Conservation, Environmental Protection
Websitehttps://franklinacademy.us/global-philanthropy-leadership-program/
Unverified
Franklin Academy

Franklin Academy: Nepal Human Rights & Sustainable Development Project

A summer program inspired by United Nations Sustainable Development Goals where high school students engage in human rights advocacy and environmental conservation research in Nepal's mountainous regions, partnering with ICIMOD and local communities.

Jun–Jul · 2 wk sessionsResidentialKathmandu, Nepal
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesCommunity Service, Leadership
SubjectsHuman Rights, Sustainable Development, Environmental Conservation, Research Methods
Websitehttps://franklinacademy.us/global-philanthropy-leadership-program/nepal/
Unverified
Franklin Education Foundation / IvyMax

IvyMax: Global Philanthropy Leadership Internship Program

Immersive international internship program offering hands-on philanthropic projects in global communities across microfinance, sustainable development, and conservation. Students work alongside professionals from leading companies and international organizations while developing leadership and cross-cultural communication skills.

Jun, Jul, Dec · 1–2 wk sessionsResidentialMultiple locations
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, College
CategoriesLeadership, Career Exploration, Community Service
SubjectsPhilanthropy, Sustainable Development, Environmental Conservation, Microfinance, Wildlife Conservation, Project Management, International Business
Websitehttps://ivymax.com/global-philanthropy-leadership-program/
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