Andover Summer at Phillips Academy in Andover, Massachusetts
Widely recognized as one of the nation’s premier summer academic enrichment programs, helping students from across the United States and around the world to achieve ambitious educational goals. Summer Session is an intensive five week on-campus residential (day option available) experience designed to prepare students for the rigors of the nation’s top high schools and colleges, as well as the challenge of leading and serving in this complex world. Our 50-plus courses engage and challenge even the most curious minds. Visit our website to find out more about our outstanding academic enrichment programs for rising 7th through 12th graders. Summer Session 2026: June 30th-August 2nd.
Bentley University Pre-College Program
Bentley's Pre-College Summer Program offers an immersive experience for high school students, at a nationally recognized business university. With one-week courses in June and July, students can explore their academic interests, engage with the vibrant community, and learn from Bentley faculty and industry experts. Students can take courses online, as a commuter student coming to the Waltham, MA campus or live in residence halls and eat all meals on campus. No prior experience in academic subjects is required. Course offerings:
Accounting Adventures
Data Analytics
Business of Beauty and Social Influencers
Business of Health and Wellness
Fintech Business Startups
Global Finance and Trade
Innovation and Design for Aspiring Women Entrepreneurs
Macroeconomics and Financial Markets
Pathways for Women in Business Leadership
Personal Finance
Quant Risk Management
Sports Management
Stock Market and Investment Research
Writing and Producing Short Form Media
Award-winning teen summer programs in science, medicine, business, and engineering offer expert teachers, premium campuses, and hands-on learning. Nationally recognized offerings, featured in Forbes, The New York Times, and Parents’ Magazine, received numerous awards and appeared on numerous best teen programs lists. Students choose from four distinct program types. Three-week competitive admissions programs offer research in cutting-edge fields, attract students worldwide, and enhance college admission credentials. One-week programs introduce teens to exciting specialties not encountered in school. Pre-high school programs ignite passions. Edge group tutorials prepare students for rigorous fall STEM courses. Day and residential options are available.
BOSTON UNIVERSITY SUMMER TERM PRE-COLLEGE PROGRAMS
The pre-college programs at Boston University Summer Term provide students with rigorous and collaborative college life experiences that enable them to gain a strong sense of their personal and academic potential.
Overview of programs:
High School Honors is a six- or seven-week program in which students take BU undergraduate courses and earn up to eight transferable college credits. Open to residential, commuter, and online students.
RISE Internship/Practicum is a six-week non-credit program in which students conduct university-level scientific research under the guidance of a faculty mentor or instructor. Open to residential and commuter students.
Academic Immersion (AIM) is a three-week non-credit program for students to focus intensively on a single academic topic that combines classroom work with hands-on experiential learning activities. Open to residential and commuter students.
Summer Challenge is a two-week program in which students take two non-credit seminars, from a selection of 21. They explore their interests, discover new ones, test academic boundaries, and immerse themselves in the college experience. Open to residential and commuter students.
Contact: summerhs@bu.edu | 617-353-1378
The Columbia Climate School in the Green Mountains is a two-week, campus-based pre-college program for high school students passionate about climate, sustainability, and making a difference.
Join a global cohort of like-minded peers from July 5–17, 2026, in beautiful Vermont to:
Dive into climate science and sustainability
Learn from Columbia University experts through hands-on experiences
Explore real-world solutions to the climate crisis
Gain an Ivy League educational experience in a supportive, collaborative community
Take meaningful climate action in your own communities
🎥 Watch: Empowering Youth to Lead Climate Solutions – our mini documentary showcasing how we’re inspiring the next generation of climate leaders.
📩 Questions? Check out our FAQs or contact us at learn@climate.columbia.edu
🚀 Ready to take action? Apply now and become a climate leader!
An academic enrichment program for middle and high school students ages 13 to 18.
The Exeter Summer program is one of academic enrichment, based on discussion and collaboration without the stress of making the grade. Courses are taught by experienced faculty using the Harkness Method, a philosophy based on student-led group discussion. Students develop the ability to direct conversations and their own learning. Exeter’s summer program — more than a century old — brims with opportunity. Over 600 students in grades 7 through 12 attend our summer program. Each summer, our student body represents more than 40 countries and over 30 U.S. states.
Attendees are curious, motivated learners seeking new challenges and designing their own courses of study, sport and recreation. These students embody a rich diversity of language, culture, religion, and race. Exeter Summer students enjoy full access to our beautiful 673-acre campus and state-of-the-art facilities, surrounded by fields, forests and a quaint New England town. Afternoons are devoted to a wide range of sports and our performing arts program. Rounding out the fun are activities such as movies and games on the quads, dorm activities and excursions off campus.
Access Exeter: Students currently in grades 7-8
Upper School: Students currently in grades 9-12
603-777-3488 or summer@exeter.edu
EXPLO
EXPLO is a unique, immersive summer program for 12-14 year-olds (grades 6-8) offering 2-week residential and day programs at Wellesley College. At EXPLO, you get to experience the world to find your spark. Custom-build your summer fun, from creative workshops to evening events, weekend trips, and more. Join a glow stick party. Go to Six Flags. Experience indoor skydiving. Try your hand at comedy. See what it’s like to be an aeronautical engineer. Play soccer (football) with friends from around the country—and world. See what it’s like to be a doctor, fashion designer, engineer, pastry chef, and more. When you come to EXPLO, you can be yourself. You find your people without even trying.
Founded in 1976 as a nonprofit startup out of MIT, EXPLO has brought together over 90,000 young people from 101 countries. Our alumni found startups like Instagram and nonprofits for climate resilience and youth empowerment, win Grammy and Tony awards, become influential NASA scientists, and more.
Session 1:
Overnight: June 29 - July 12
Day: June 30 - July 11
Session 2:
Overnight: July 13 - July 26
Day: July 14 - July 25
“Just do it!. You’ll learn more in 2 weeks than in 2 years of high school. You learn so many useful skills that you never learned in high school and you meet lifelong friends." -Zeybek, S4S 2024
Intelligent, talented students unfortunately usually enter college and the workforce without the skills that employers need, such as strong teamwork and communication, leadership, grit and adaptability, problem-solving, etc. However these skills are shown by research to clearly have the highest impact on performance and success. Classroom learning does not develop these, nor do "math camps."
The Futures Forge Skills for Success Course is a 2-week residential intensive course that helps high-aptitude students improve their ability to perform in cognitively challenging future endeavors in school and work. In the course, students develop cognitive, psychological, and interpersonal high performance skills that school does not teach.
Through hands-on project-based challenges, presentations, coaching and feedback, reflection, and cognitive exercises, students improve their ability to perform in cognitively challenging future endeavors in school and work.
Skills for Success helps to develop all 12 high-performance skills.
Over these two weeks, students are stretched far past what they are accustomed to in school. With their facilitators and coaches, students practice these skills “in battle,” find where they can improve as teams and individuals, receive direct feedback and coaching, and iterate quickly. This leads to tremendous growth in two weeks as well as the foundation for further growth during high school and college.
Gettysburg College Academic Summer Camps 2026
History, but IRL.
At the Young Civil War Historians Conference, high school students research real Gettysburg soldiers using original archival documents, walk historic ground, and visit the National Archives in Washington.
This is history you don’t just read about. June 12–17.
Curious minds only!
At Camp Psych, students dive into the science of human behavior through hands-on experiments, research, and collaborative activities. Perfect for rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors, the program offers a fun, engaging, and college-style introduction to psychology that sparks curiosity and confidence.
July 12–17 at Gettysburg College.
HURRICANE ISLAND CENTER FOR SCIENCE AND LEADERSHIP
Hurricane Island Center for Science and Leadership integrates scientific research and education on a Maine coastal island to develop leaders prepared to address environmental issues in a rapidly changing world. Hurricane Island programs embed students in experiences that leverage the art and practices of science as tools for leadership and social change. Through personal and group explorations, students explore their own strengths as transformative leaders who can address the sustainability challenges facing our world today.
Our hands-on science curriculum offers unique opportunities for students of all ages to explore and connect with the natural world along the rocky shore of Hurricane Island. The young scientists who come to our programs will learn the tools of the trade as they navigate how to design and implement their own investigative studies. Field guides, binoculars, water quality testing equipment, compound and dissecting microscopes, transect tapes, and dissection equipment are just a few items we employ. Our staff are trained biologists and educators and we regularly enjoy having visiting scientists and lecturers to be part of our community. Spending time off grid, students will become familiar with sustainable practices on the island such as conserving water and minimizing food waste. Through living and learning together in a dynamic environment, students will begin to explore their own strengths as leaders and how they can leverage science as a tool for social change. Students can expect to leave the island with strengthened connection to the natural world and greater confidence to continue practicing leadership in their home communities. Learn more and register for our 2026 summer science programs for middle and high school aged students here!
KTBYTE Academy is an online coding school that empowers students to master computer science through a progressive, project-based curriculum. Our mission is to inspire the next generation of innovators by teaching essential coding skills, problem-solving techniques, and advanced concepts like artificial intelligence and robotics.
KTBYTE provides a range of courses designed for students of all levels.
Our Core Classes are for students starting their coding journey. These classes cover programming basics, computational thinking, and problem-solving. Core classes include help hours, where students can receive extra guidance on challenging concepts or spend additional time mastering material.
For students seeking to dive deeper, we offer Specialized Classes such as AI, robotics, web development, game design, and data science which encourage exploration and creativity while focusing on real-world applications of computer science.
Our Competitive Programming classes prepare students for coding competitions like USACO. These courses emphasize algorithm design, problem efficiency, and critical thinking, equipping students to excel in competitive environments.
For high school students, our College and Career Prep courses focus on advanced projects that build impressive portfolios and provide guidance for pursuing computer science-related college programs or careers.
Why Choose KTBYTE? KTBYTE’s curriculum is tailored to meet the needs of each student, allowing them to progress at their own pace. Students gain both theoretical knowledge and practical skills through hands-on projects.
Our project-based learning fosters creativity and problem-solving, while our expert instructors provide personalized support. With our live, interactive online format, students can learn from anywhere in a dynamic, engaging environment.
Additional Opportunities:
1:1 Private Lessons - customized, individual.
Free Trial Classes to try our teaching style.
Workshops and Camps for short-term, focused exploration of specialized topics.
Contact Us:
Email: info@ktbyte.com
Phone: (818) 748-8848
The NYU Tandon Center for K12 STEM Education runs innovative programs designed to cultivate curiosity and develop STEM skills for students. These programs provide transformative educational experiences for those who will benefit from access to high quality STEM education in an inclusive and accessible environment. Hands-on learning opportunities, mentorship, and advanced curriculum define the Center's initiatives, characteristics that ensure excellence in STEM education. We leverage collaborations with NYU faculty and take advantage of New York's dynamic cityscape to prepare students, and guide them to envision and achieve futures in STEM fields.
Our varied programs cater to students of all interests and skill levels. Whether you're a middle schooler curious about smart cities or a high schooler ready to conduct research in state-of-the-art labs, there's something here for everyone.
The National Student Leadership Conference (NSLC) was established to motivate young leaders toward careers that feel inspiring, impactful, and deeply purposeful. Our pre-college summer programs allow students to test out a college major while developing critical leadership skills, meeting professionals, and exploring prestigious university campuses.
Whether your child dreams of becoming a surgeon, a diplomat, or performing on Broadway, each of our hands-on programs is designed to fully immerse them in their passion and empower them to make confident decisions in their academic futures.
Take a look at our full list of 2025 Programs, Dates, & Locations, and be sure to check out our Frequently Asked Questions.
Experience is everything - and no one does it quite like NSLC.
Watch our video here!
At NuVu Summer, students gain lifelong skills, from creative problem-solving to collaboration with industry experts — all while tackling challenges that matter. NuVu’s hands-on STEM and arts programs for middle and high school students use a studio model to foster teamwork, innovation, and technical skills. Students tackle real-world problems through exciting, hands-on studios such as Bot V Bot, Future Couture, Tiny House, Battlebotics, Escape Room, Startup Labs, Pet Products, Exploration Rovers, E-Go Karts, Creative Coding, and more.
NuVu offers two day programs: a middle school program for ages 11–13 at NuVu High School in Central Square in Cambridge and a high school program for ages 14–18 held at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. This year, NuVu is also offering a two-week residential high school program on MIT’s campus during session two.
Each two-week session focuses on projects rooted in design, technology, art, and engineering, guided by expert coaches from Harvard University, MIT, and Rhode Island School of Design. With personalized attention and a dynamic environment, every day is engaging and fun! Financial aid is available, and NuVu offers discounts for multiple-session sign-ups, siblings, and returning students.
2026 Session Dates
Session 1: July 6–17, 2026
Session 2: July 20–31, 2026
Session 3: Aug. 3–14, 2026
Discover what’s possible this summer at Roger Williams University’s Summer Camps for high school students. Designed to challenge curious minds and ignite new interests, these engaging programs offer hands-on learning across a wide range of academic fields—including marine and forensic science, business, engineering, and architecture—while immersing students in life on RWU’s beautiful waterfront campus. Participants collaborate with peers from across the region, learn from dedicated faculty and industry professionals, and develop practical skills that extend well beyond the classroom, all while experiencing the independence, energy, and excitement of college life.
We offer a variety of workshops on molecular medicine for high-achieving high school and middle school students interested in pursuing careers in medicine or related fields, such as biomedical research, drug development, pharmacy or nursing.
Camps are offered in summer and winter and there are online and in-person options available. Workshops are taught by PhD-level instructors with years of research and teaching experience. Through engaging lectures and hands-on laboratory classes, students learn normal molecular and cellular biology, and then learn how these normal processes are disrupted or distorted during the development of disease.
In addition, there is a heavy emphasis on experimental design, modern drug development, and the emergence of the era of personalized medicine. To conclude the workshop, students use what they have learned to create an original research project on a gene or molecular process of their choice. More broadly, workshop attendees strengthen their academic skills, build their college portfolio, and explore potential career options while making friends from around the world and experiencing college dorm life in a safe environment.
Our university-based workshops are held at UC Berkeley, UC San Diego, Columbia University, and University College London, and both residential and commuter options are available. University-based workshops include Molecular Neuroscience, Molecular Biology of Cancer, AI-Enhanced Bioinformatics, Developmental Biology, Molecular Biology of Aging, Molecular Immunology, and Bioinformatics of Cancer. Biomedical Research – a workshop focused on learning modern molecular biology laboratory techniques, is taught at our lab in Alameda, CA. Our online workshops include Introduction to Cellular and Molecular Medicine, FutureMD, Medicinal Chemistry, and Medical Bioinformatics.
The Russian School of Mathematics
RSM is an award-winning, after-school K–12 math program trusted by parents for over 25 years across 80+ locations in North America. Our approach consists of a continuous curriculum, taught by expert teachers in a classroom environment. Our program offers three levels to serve each child according to their knowledge and ability. In addition to our core program, the competition track is designed for students interested in advanced mathematical topics as well as participating in national and international math competitions.
Massachusetts branches of RSM are now fully accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC) and named a 2025 Family Favorite in the Boston Parents Reader’s Choice Awards for thirteen years as Math Programs – After School.
Schedule a 30-minute evaluation today to enroll your child at RSM: https://www.mathschool.com/
Visit our website. Watch our video Call us: 855.MATH.855
Sea Education Association (SEA) offers immersive high school, pre-college, and gap/first year programs that combine hands-on learning experiences in marine science, sailing, and environmental studies. These programs are designed to provide students with experiential learning opportunities that foster a deeper understanding of the ocean and its ecosystems. Choose from a shore-based field program on our campus in Woods Hole, Massachusetts on beautiful Cape Cod, or an at-sea voyage aboard one of our sailing research vessels in either the Atlantic or Pacific. At SEA, there’s an adventure with a purpose waiting for every student interested in exploring the marine environment through hands-on, experiential, and community-based learning. Programs are open to current high school students as well as graduating seniors.
Contact: admissions@sea.edu
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Smith Precollege | Northampton, MA | Grades 9–12 Session One: July 4–17, 2026 and Session Two: July 19–August 1, 2026 Classes are Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–12 p.m. and 1–4 p.m
Science & Engineering Gain hands-on lab experience in college-level STEM courses like Genetic Analyses, Designing Intelligent Robots, Novel Bacteriophage Discovery, and Global Young Women’s Health. Develop research and teamwork skills in Smith’s top-ranked science facilities.
Creative Writing Workshop Craft your stories in courses like Journalism, Writing Fantasy, Screenwriting, Science Fiction, and Poetry. Workshop your writing with peers and learn from published authors.
Women, Gender, and Representation Explore identity, equity, and change-making through courses such as Queer Love Stories, Global Reproductive Justice, and Gender in Sports. Learn how representation shapes our world and political landscape.
Sustainable Futures Dive into sustainability through field trips, community projects, and classroom discussions. Learn about permaculture, renewable energy, and climate resilience while visiting local farms and environmental organizations.
Theatre Collaborate with theatre-loving peers to strengthen your performance skills, express your creativity, and take part in a final showcase at the end of the session.
College Readiness Learn how to prepare for your college journey! This one-week program is for rising juniors and seniors. Build your college list, craft your story, and learn what makes a great application.
Smith Precollege offers an authentic taste of college life- without the pressure.
Classes: Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–12 p.m. and 1–4 p.m.
Evenings: Explore downtown Northampton, hang with friends, and join house activities.
All dining hall meals are included in room and board.
No grades, credits or tests! Just growth.
Tuition assistance deadline: March 1 Application deadline: May 1
Summer Discovery and Oxford Summer Courses have united to create the world's largest summer program provider, now offering a larger variety of programs across 12+ subject areas, age groups, and locations- ensuring the right fit for every student. Summer Discovery/Oxford Summer Courses have nearly 60 years in the summer experience industry and have provided superior pre-college programs for 40+ years. In partnership with prestigious universities across the US and Europe, we deliver transformative 2-6 week on-campus academic and extra-curricular opportunities and offer over 500+ university-cultivated courses and daily/weekly activities and excursions. In addition, Summer Discovery offers gifted academic summer programs through Institute for the Gifted (SIG).
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UConn Pre-College Summer (PCS) is a comprehensive and immersive summer experience for high school students seeking to gain college-level academic experience and prepare for the next steps in their academic journey. Courses taught by distinguished faculty members and industry professionals, UConn PCS enables students to Explore, Create, and Pursue their passions!
We offer over 30 different courses in subject that include Pre-Med, Engineering, Pharmacy, Animal Sciences, Business, Fine Arts, Education, and Liberal Arts & Sciences. Our professors open up their labs and create some of the most engaging learning experiences the university has to offer. Most courses are exploratory in nature which allows young people to take risks while deciding their next steps after high school. We currently offer some credit-bearing options.
We believe deeply in preparing students with the “what’s next” in our program. Our workshops are designed for holistic college and career readiness through our three tiered approach. College & Career Readiness, Leadership & Personal Development, and Academic Skills Development. Students will leave with the soft skills for college success and an actional plan to obtain admission to the institution of their dreams!
UConn PCS is open to high school students (age 14-17) from all over the country and world, creating a diverse and inclusive community of learners. #SummerAtUConn
Program Video Contact us: pcs@uconn.edu Social media: @UConnPreCollege
UMass Amherst Summer Pre-College offers 25+ residential and online academic intensives for rising high school sophomores, juniors and seniors in the sciences, humanities and arts. Our programs feature faculty-led courses, unique lab research opportunities, and the #1 ranked campus dining in the U.S. Explore potential majors while working with UMass faculty, and experience life as a UMass student. Topics include sport management, engineering, architecture, animal science & much more.
Contact: precollege@umass.edu | (413) 577-2112
Washington Square Academy
Washington Square Academy is a day school in Newton for Gifted & Talented students in Grades 4 - 8, with summer course offerings for students in Grades 6 - 12. We provide AP-level academic instruction with an emphasis on creativity and problem-solving. Philanthropy is also central to our mission. WSA students are encouraged to develop empathy, resilience, and strong character in preparation for leadership roles now and in the future. Summer course offerings are designed to inform, enrich, and delight, while also giving students an academic head start on the school year ahead! Check out our course offerings and reach out today for more information.
Grades 6-8:
Session I (June 16 – June 27) The Science & Artistry of Chemistry: Learn the Foundations of Chemistry With an Eye to Its Artistic Beauty!
Session II (July 7 – July 18) Art Appreciation Through Writing: Improve Composition Skills While Studying Masterpieces of Art!
Session III (July 21 – August 1) The Building Blocks of Life: Learn the Foundations of Animal & Plant Biology!
Grades 9-12:
All Sessions: August 4 – August 22
Mornings: Get Ready For AP* Biology!
Afternoons: Get Ready for AP* US History!
Mornings: Get Ready For AP* Physics!
Afternoons: Writing Seminar on The College Essay: Brainstorm, draft, and edit your college application essay(s) with guidance from the experts!
*Get Ready for AP courses are not affiliated with the College Board and are designed only to provide students with a preview of foundational, AP-level concepts.
WPI is offering three summer programs focused on building STEM networks, exploring cutting-edge technology, and hands-on learning. Participants will connect with peers from around the world and WPI community members while engaging in classroom and lab projects. The programs offered in 2026 are:
Ignite – Grades 6 – 8
Ignite is a series of 1-week commuter programs geared towards helping students begin their exploration of a STEM topic. Students will engage in hands-on programs taught in WPI classrooms and labs to develop a strong baseline for future STEM exploration. Programs run weekly in July. Students can attend multiple weeks, but cannot study the same topic more than once.
Launch - Grades 9 – 11
Launch is a 1-week commuter program, taught by WPI faculty and TAs that is designed to immerse students in a college-like experience. Students will engage in hands-on activities, use high-tech lab equipment and computer software, and gain insight into career applications.
Frontiers - Grades 10 – 12
Frontiers is a non-credit, two-week residential program. Students will learn alongside peers from around the globe, sample a STEM or business major and humanities, arts, or business minor, engage in a college readiness program, and explore what WPI’s campus has to offer outside of the classroom.
Detailed overviews of all programs can be found via the on-demand info sessions located on WPI’s Summer Programs home page.
WPS SUMMER LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE
Embark on an extraordinary adventure this summer with the WPS Summer Leadership Institute—an empowering three-week program designed to ignite the passions and leadership potential of high school students! Location: Our T-accessible campus in Newton Centre. The WPS Institute is a non-profit organization committed to transforming learning and empowering students through innovative educational programs. Learn more about our programs at wpsinstitute.org.