Teenlife-Logo
    Link

    OUT NOW: TeenLife’s Guide to Gap Year Programs 2024!

    Architecture Summer Programs

    Middle and high school students who are interested in architecture can test the waters by attending an architecture summer program. Architecture programs help students test the limits of their imaginations through engineering, design, fabrication, problem-solving and teamwork. There are architecture programs in the United States and abroad to suit all budgets and schedules. Some may offer college credit.

    UC Berkeley’s Architecture & Design Summer Programs
    Summer Programs

    UC Berkeley’s Architecture & Design Summer Programs

    Berkeley, California

    The College of Environmental Design offers summer programs for high school students and beyond. Explore architecture, urban design and sustainable city planning by immersing yourself in studio, lectures, discussion sections, digital design and field trips. Enjoy ample studio time, 1:1 critiques and showcasing your work. No prior design experience is necessary. You will have the opportunity to develop a portfolio for university applications and earn an official UC Berkeley transcript...(more)

    Reach Cambridge STEM Study Abroad Summer Courses
    Summer Programs

    Reach Cambridge STEM Study Abroad Summer Courses

    United Kingdom

    Interested in a future in science but not sure which discipline to choose? STEM (short for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) is one of the hottest academic subjects of the 21st century, and here at Reach, we understand why. The Reach Cambridge STEM course combines hands-on learning with theoretical knowledge from each of STEM’s four key areas to set students up with information from which they can investigate and discover themselves...(more)

    Westcoast Connection: European Discovery
    Summer Programs

    Westcoast Connection: European Discovery

    Multiple Locations

    Travel through some of Europe’s greatest cities across England, France, Switzerland and Italy, hitting all the major attractions and taking in all the incredible sites. This student program also offers adventures like whitewater rafting, skiing and snowboarding. Enjoy quaint museums and cafes in the daytime, and theater shows and dance clubs at night. ..(more)

    Westcoast Connection: Greece & Italy
    Summer Programs

    Westcoast Connection: Greece & Italy

    starsstarsstarsstarsstars
    (1)
    Multiple Locations

    This summer program for high school students brings you to see incredible scenery, ancient ruins, and crystal blue waters all in one unforgettable experience! Between all the stunning views and landmarks, teens will tour Italy and mainland Greece hunting for the best espresso, browsing the local shops and art galleries, and dining in the most amazing restaurants. We group the teens on this program into co-ed, age-compatible groups that are fun and inclusive for all...(more)

    CIEE High School Summer Abroad: Smart Cities and Sustainability in Amsterdam, Netherlands
    Summer Programs

    CIEE High School Summer Abroad: Smart Cities and Sustainability in Amsterdam, Netherlands

    Netherlands

    Soak in Amsterdam’s culture, too. Start with a canal cruise and keep going on foot and bike to experience this vibrant city. Play soccer and attend an open-air concert in Vondelpark, shop at the largest flea market in Europe, and meet local teens. Visit significant sites, including the Anne Frank house and museums showcasing Amsterdam’s rich artistic heritage...(more)

    Westcoast Connection: Thailand & Vietnam Adventure
    Summer Programs

    Westcoast Connection: Thailand & Vietnam Adventure

    Multiple Locations

    Teens will get to explore the public markets, pristine beaches and traditional villages of these beautiful countries. Marvel at the waters of Ha Long Bay, care for elephants for a day in Chiang Mai, SCUBA dive in Koh Phi Phi, enjoy a traditional Vietnamese cooking class in Hoi An and so much more...(more)

    Arcos Journeys: Inca Adventure from Lima to Machu Picchu
    Summer Programs

    Arcos Journeys: Inca Adventure from Lima to Machu Picchu

    Peru

    Experience the very best that Peru has to offer! Follow the Inca trail exploring the history of Lima, the sand dunes of Huacachina, the mystery of the Nazca Lines, the culture of Cusco, the hot springs of Aguas Calientes, and the majestic heights of Machu Picchu. Learn about the incredibly rich cultures, natural beauty, and history found in Peru...(more)

    Westcoast Connection: Spain and Portugal
    Summer Programs

    Westcoast Connection: Spain and Portugal

    Multiple Locations

    Cosmopolitan cities, beautiful beaches, quaint medieval towns, and exciting nightlife; this trip for high schoolers across Spain and Portugal has it all! Grab your passport and sense of adventure and tour both large, metropolitan cities and small, off-the-beaten-path villages and beachside towns. Immerse yourself in the wonder of Spain’s artistic masterpieces, sample some tapas or maybe a pasteis de nata while trying some thrilling canyoning, kayaking, and surfing. ..(more)

    Westcoast Connection: Greece, the Islands & Italy
    Summer Programs

    Westcoast Connection: Greece, the Islands & Italy

    Multiple Locations

    Join us this summer on this amazing Greece and Italy adventure travel program for teens. Teens will tour ancient ruins, beautiful natural landscapes and enjoy the freshest, most incredible food on this summer program that takes you off the beaten path. Hike the 5 seaside villages of Cinque Terre and tour the wondrous ruins of Athens plus explore the Greek Islands with a SCUBA diving lesson in Naxos and kayaking and sunset views in Santorini. ..(more)

    Rhode Island School of Design Pre-Collegiate Summer Program
    Summer Programs

    Rhode Island School of Design Pre-Collegiate Summer Program

    Providence, Rhode Island

    RISD Pre-College offers rising high school juniors and seniors the chance to experience life as a RISD undergrad. For five weeks you’ll follow a college-level curriculum with day-long studio classes, critiques and projects. You’ll live like a RISD student, access renowned resources and instructors, strengthen your portfolio and forever change the way you approach art and design...(more)

      Wait! There’s More!