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Gold SignalPrinceton UniversitySelective

Princeton Summer Journalism Program (PSJP)

A selective, free summer journalism program for rising seniors that combines virtual workshops in June and early July with a 10-day residential intensive at Princeton in late July/early August. The program includes college admissions preparation, journalism practicums with major news organizations, and year-long college advising.

Jun–Jul · 8 wk sessionsResidential / OnlinePrinceton, NJFree82 days
Entering grades12th
CategoriesAcademic, Career Exploration
SubjectsJournalism, College Preparation, Current Events, Media Studies, Writing
CostFree · $0
Websitehttps://psjp.princeton.edu/
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Silver SignalUniversity of Virginia: School of EducationSelective

University of Virginia: Young Writers Workshop

THE YOUNG WRITERS WORKSHOP of the University of Virginia is a nonprofit arts organization established in 1982 as the nation’s first program for young writers. Among are distinguished recipients of the MacArthur Fellowship “genius grant,” the National Book Award, and New York City’s Artist-in-Residence position, as well as many other notable honors.

Jun–Jul · 2–3 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialCharlottesville, VAFree
CategoriesAcademic
SubjectsMusic, Writing, Arts
CostFree · $0
Websitehttps://www.theyoungwriters.org/
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Silver SignalWilliam & Mary Center for Gifted EducationSelective

William & Mary Center for Gifted Education: Camp Launch

A two-week residential summer program for high-ability students from low-income households, focusing on science, writing, and personal development.

Jul · 2 wk sessionsResidentialWilliamsburg, VAFree
Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM
SubjectsScience, Writing
CostFree · $0
Websitehttps://education.wm.edu/centers/cfge/precollegiate/camp-launch/
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Silver SignalJohns Hopkins UniversitySelective

Johns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth (CTY) On-Campus Summer Programs

CTY offers intensive on-campus summer programs for intellectually gifted middle and high school students, featuring advanced coursework in STEM, humanities, and other subjects with residential and commuter options.

Jun–Jul · 2–5 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialBaltimore, MD$3,000–$6,999Rolling
Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM
SubjectsMathematics, Science, Engineering, Writing, Literature, History, Foreign Languages, Computer Science
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $3,149
Websitehttps://cty.jhu.edu/programs/on-campus
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Bronze SignalCarnegie Mellon UniversitySelectiveCredit

Carnegie Mellon Summer Pre-College Programs

A comprehensive summer program suite for rising 11th and 12th graders offering college-level instruction in STEM, arts, design, leadership, and humanities on Carnegie Mellon's Pittsburgh campus. Programs range from 3 to 6 weeks with residential and commuter options, with several full-scholarship tracks available.

Jun · 3–6 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialPittsburgh, PAFree83 days
Entering grades10th, 11th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration, Leadership, Performing & Visual Arts
SubjectsArtificial Intelligence, Computer Science, Architecture, Art, Computational Biology, Design, Drama, Global Cultures, Leadership Development, Music, Game Development, Mathematics, Writing
CostFree · $0
Websitehttps://www.cmu.edu/pre-college/
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Bronze SignalWesleyan UniversitySelectiveCredit

Wesleyan University: Summer Session

An intensive, in-person summer program offering semester-long courses completed in compressed four-week sessions with college credit awarded. Courses span subjects including writing, literature, government, biology, and data analysis.

May–Jun · 4 wk sessionsCommuterMiddletown, CTFree146 days
Entering grades11th, 12th, PG, College
CategoriesAcademic
SubjectsWriting, Literature, Government, Biology, Data Analysis
CostFree
Websitehttps://www.wesleyan.edu/summer/
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Bronze SignalTufts UniversityCredit

Tufts University Pre-College Programs

Tufts offers multiple summer and year-round pre-college pathways including 6-week residential programs, 2-week intensives, and dual enrollment courses taught by Tufts faculty. Programs span engineering, arts, business, health sciences, and social impact with flexible residential, commuter, and hybrid formats.

Jun–Jul · 1–6 wk sessionsCommuter / Residential / OnlineMedford, MA$500–$1,499172 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration, Business/Entrepreneurship, Healthcare, Leadership, Performing & Visual Arts
SubjectsEngineering, Computer Science, Studio Art, Business, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Marketing, International Relations, Health Sciences, Pre-Med, Leadership, Climate Science, Chemistry, Writing
Cost$500–$1,499 · $1,300
Websitehttps://universitycollege.tufts.edu/pre-college
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Bronze SignalColumbia University

Columbia University Summer Immersion: New York City 1-Week or 3-Week Commuter

A 1-week or 3-week commuter summer program for high school and early college students offering over 70 courses across multiple subject areas. Classes meet twice daily on the Columbia University campus in New York City with morning and afternoon sessions separated by a 2-hour midday break.

Jun–Aug · 1–3 wk sessionsCommuterNew York, NY$3,000–$6,999142 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, College
CategoriesAcademic
SubjectsBusiness, College Experience, STEM, Writing, Design, Humanities
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $2,882
Websitehttps://precollege.sps.columbia.edu/programs/summer-programs/nyc-commuter-summer
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Phillips Academy / Andover Bread LoafSelective

Andover Bread Loaf Lawrence Student Writers Workshop

A free, three-week residential summer program for grades 8–12 students from Lawrence, Massachusetts, focusing on writing and the arts. Participants apply through their schools and may have opportunities to return as paid Writing Leaders in subsequent summers.

3 wk sessionsResidentialAndover, MAFree
Entering grades8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts, Academic
SubjectsWriting, Arts
CostFree · $0
Websitehttps://www.andover.edu/about/outreach/andover-bread-loaf
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Washington University in St. LouisSelectiveCredit

WashU Arts & Sciences Pre-College Programs

Summer pre-college programs offered by Washington University's College of Arts & Sciences for high school students interested in exploring academic subjects and college-level coursework.

Jun–Jul · 1–2 wk sessionsResidential / CommuterSaint Louis, MO$500–$1,499142 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic
SubjectsCollege Experience, STEM, Writing, Classics, Humanities, Research
Cost$500–$1,499 · $785
Websitehttps://precollege.wustl.edu
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Summer Springboard (Terra Education)Selective

Summer Springboard

A residential and online summer program offering university-based courses across healthcare, engineering, computer science, business, media, and humanities for middle and high school students at prestigious campuses across the US and internationally.

Jun–Aug · 1–2 wk sessionsResidential / OnlineMultiple locations$500–$1,499188 days
Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration, Business/Entrepreneurship, Healthcare, Performing & Visual Arts
SubjectsPre-Med, Biotechnology, Cardiology, Dentistry, Emergency Medicine, Immunology, Kinesiology, Medical Research, Neuroscience, Nursing, Nutrition, Oncology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Psychology, Public Health, Surgery, Veterinary Medicine, Aerospace Engineering, Astrophysics, Automotive Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics, Marine Biology, Physics, Quantum Computing, Forensic Science, Artificial Intelligence, Cybersecurity, Game Development, Web Development, UX Design, Extended Reality, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Marketing, Economics, International Relations, Law, Sports Management, Financial Technology, Filmmaking, Photography, Architecture, Interior Design, Animation, Branding, Fashion, Music Production, Audio Engineering, Literature, Writing, Theater, History, Communication
Cost$500–$1,499 · $1,498
Websitehttps://summerspringboard.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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Xavier University of LouisianaSelectiveCredit

Xavier University of Louisiana: Pre-College SOAR X

A 4-week residential pre-college program emphasizing analytical reasoning, advanced texts, and collaborative learning. Rising 11th and 12th graders explore career-focused tracks while building college-readiness skills, with optional college credit pathways available.

Jun · 4 wk sessionsResidentialNew Orleans, LA$1,500–$2,999112 days
Entering grades11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, Career Exploration, Leadership
SubjectsHumanities, Writing, Critical Thinking, Pre-College Preparation
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,300
Websitehttps://www.xula.edu/pre-college-programs/precollege-soarx.html
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University of Wisconsin-MadisonSelective

Wisconsin Center for Academically Talented Youth: Summer Transitional Enrichment Program (STEP)

An intensive one-week residential summer program for middle school students (grades 6–8) featuring 50 hours of accelerated coursework emphasizing critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving through project-based learning.

Jun · 1–2 wk sessionsResidentialMadison, WI$1,500–$2,999172 days
Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM
SubjectsForensic Science, Law, Writing, Game Design, Acting
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,500
Websitehttps://precollege.wisc.edu/step/
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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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Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI)SelectiveCredit

WPI College Credit for High Schoolers Virtual Program

A pre-college STEM program offering 100+ courses where rising high school juniors and seniors earn real college credit through in-person, live online, or on-demand synchronous and asynchronous instruction at WPI.

May, Jul · 5 wk sessionsCommuter / OnlineWorcester, MA$1,500–$2,999203 days
Entering grades11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration
SubjectsCalculus, Discrete Mathematics, Linear Algebra, Statistics, Physics, Biology, Environmental Biology, Engineering, CAD, Economics, Psychology, Music, Art History, Writing, Music Technology, Music Theory
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,695
Websitehttps://www.wpi.edu/academics/pre-collegiate/summer-programs/jumpstart
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Syracuse University: Pre-College ProgramsSelectiveCredit

Syracuse University Summer College: Psychology, Social Sciences & Humanities

Syracuse University Office of Pre-College Programs provides exceptional and transformative pre-college experiences to high school students from around the world. All pre-college courses are taught by Syracuse University faculty and instructors.

Jul · 1–6 wk sessionsCommuter / Residential / OnlineSyracuse, NY$1,500–$2,999
Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic
SubjectsLiterature, Writing, Psychology, Humanities
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,020
Websitehttps://precollege.syr.edu/programs-courses/
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The Wardlaw-Hartridge SchoolSelectiveCredit

The Wardlaw-Hartridge School - Summer Academic Scholars

An in-person summer academic program for grades 7–12 offering non-credit and full-credit math and reading/writing courses, with flexible one- or two-session enrollment options.

Jun–Jul · 3–5 wk sessionsCommuterEdison, NJ$1,500–$2,999Rolling (first-come, first-served)
Entering grades7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM
SubjectsMathematics, Pre-Algebra, Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Pre-Calculus and Trigonometry, Reading, Writing
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,130
Websitehttps://www.whschool.org/im-looking-for/summer
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UMass AmherstSelective

UMass Amherst Summer Pre-College: SAT & ACT Test Prep Immersion

A one-week intensive test-prep program led by bestselling author Brian Leaf, offering full practice tests, group classes, and one-on-one strategy sessions to help rising sophomores through seniors master the SAT and ACT.

Jul · 1 wk sessionsResidential / CommuterAmherst, MA$1,500–$2,999Applications closed for Summer 2026
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, Career Exploration
SubjectsSAT Prep, ACT Prep, Test Preparation, Math, Writing, Reading, Science
Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,593
Websitehttps://www.umass.edu/uww/pre-college/workshops/sat-act-test-prep-immersion
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California State Summer School for the ArtsSelectiveCredit

California State Summer School for the Arts (CSSSA)

A highly selective, four-week residential summer program for high school students offering preprofessional training in eight artistic disciplines: Animation, Architecture & Environment, Dance, Film, Music, Theater, Visual Arts, and Writing. Students live on campus at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, and receive instruction from professional artists and educators.

Jul · 4 wk sessionsResidentialPomona, CA$3,000–$6,999110 days
Entering grades8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts, Academic
SubjectsAnimation, Architecture, Dance, Film, Music, Theater, Visual Arts, Writing
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $5,174
Websitehttps://www.csssa.ca.gov/
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Columbia University, School of Professional Studies, Pre-College ProgramsSelectiveCredit

Columbia University: College Edge Summer Sessions

College Edge: Summer allows high school students to enroll in actual Columbia University college courses and earn college credit while studying on the Morningside Campus alongside undergraduate students.

May, Jul · 6 wk sessionsCommuterNew York, NY$3,000–$6,999142 days
Entering grades11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic
SubjectsSTEM, Writing, Humanities
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $15,996
Websitehttps://precollege.sps.columbia.edu/highschool/college-edge/summer
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University of Massachusetts AmherstSelectiveCredit

UMass Amherst Summer Pre-College: Write for Your Life

A two-week residential or commuter summer program for rising sophomores through seniors focused on writing across multiple genres including creative writing, literary analysis, technical writing, and college admissions essays. Students develop a portfolio of work and earn 2 college credits.

Jun · 2 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialAmherst, MA$3,000–$6,999172 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, Language
SubjectsWriting, English, Creative Writing, College Admissions Essays, Technical Writing, Literary Analysis
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $2,337
Websitehttps://www.umass.edu/uww/pre-college/residential/write-for-your-life-english
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Loyola Marymount UniversitySelective

LMU Pre-College Programs: Theatre Reimagined: Writing, Designing, and Acting in the Digital Age

A 2-week residential theatre program exploring writing, design, and acting with emphasis on digital technology and AI in theatre. Students develop skills in scriptwriting, stage design, visual storytelling, and performance analysis while creating a showcase performance.

Jun · 2 wk sessionsResidentialLos Angeles, CA$3,000–$6,999186 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts, STEM
SubjectsActing, Writing, Stage Design, Theatre Technology, Digital Media, Visual Storytelling, Performance Analysis, Playwriting
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $6,500
Websitehttps://summer.lmu.edu/theatre
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Wake Forest UniversitySelective

Wake Forest: Summer Immersion Program

A week-long residential summer program offering intensive institutes across 20+ subjects including STEM, business, law, medicine, and the arts. High school students (grades 9–12) take courses taught by Wake Forest faculty and industry professionals, with networking and mentorship opportunities.

Jun–Jul · 1 wk sessionsResidential / OnlineWinston-Salem, NC$3,000–$6,999356 days
Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration, STEM, Business/Entrepreneurship, Healthcare, Leadership, Performing & Visual Arts
SubjectsArtificial Intelligence, Biology, Business, Business Strategy, Computer Science, Debate and Public Advocacy, Engineering, Entrepreneurship, Filmmaking, Finance and Investing, Health and Exercise Science, Law, Leadership, Medicine, Neuroscience, Policy and Politics, Psychology, Regenerative Medicine, Screenwriting, Sports Business, Sports Marketing, Sports Medicine, Technology, Women's Health, Writing
Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $3,500
Websitehttps://immersion.summer.wfu.edu/
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