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    Pre-College Summer Programs

    Pre-college summer programs for high school students are held at colleges and universities throughout the United States and overseas. Sometimes these programs focus on one area: STEM (science, technology, engineering and math); the performing and visual arts; or humanities such as history, politics or writing. They usually run for one to six weeks, depending on the program, and are available for all schedules and budgets. Pre-college programs give students a chance to experience life on a college campus, to live in a dorm, to check out a specific school and to learn some of the independence that will be required once they attend college. Some pre-college programs offer college credit and/or community service. Most also welcome day students.

    Vanderbilt University: Summer Programs for Talented Youth
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    Vanderbilt University: Summer Programs for Talented Youth

    Vanderbilt Programs for Talented Youth offers accelerated courses for academically advanced students in Kindergarten through 12th grade. Courses are designed for academically talented and motivated learners. PTY instructors are drawn from the wealth of talented scholars in the Vanderbilt University and Nashville communities. Programs include day (SAVY -Summer Academy at Vanderbilt for the Young), residential (VSA -Vanderbilt Summer Academy) and virtual options (PTY Mentor Immersion)...(more)

    UC San Diego Academic Connections
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    UC San Diego Academic Connections

    La Jolla, California

    UC San Diego Academic Connections provides a pre-college summer experience that is academically enriching to a diverse population of high-achieving, college-bound high school students motivated to explore the offerings of UC San Diego – a top five, internationally ranked public institution...(more)

    Tufts University: Pre-College Arts Program
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    Tufts University: Pre-College Arts Program

    Medford, Massachusetts

    Interested in learning more about the arts, but not quite sure where to start? At Tufts, we have options so you can foster creative exploration regardless of where you are in your artistic journey. Our one-week Graphic Design Bootcamp is perfect for students interested marketing, communications, photo editing, or the graphic arts umbrella, while our two-week SMFA Studio Art Intensive is geared towards echnical skills such as drawing, painting, sculpture, and digital media...(more)

    The School of The New York Times: Summer Academy
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    The School of The New York Times: Summer Academy

    New York, New York

    Explore the issues that impact the world, make headlines and are important to you. Summer Academy gives students the opportunity to pursue their passions and learn from New York Times journalists and other thought leaders who bring real-world expertise into the classroom. Our courses help students develop their intellectual curiosity...(more)

    William & Mary Pre-College Online Program
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    William & Mary Pre-College Online Program

    Discover potential college majors while in high school. Our online courses include exciting subjects, like venture capital, psychology and medicine. Taught through dynamic videos and tech-forward tools, you’ll be taught by W&M professors, receive support from mentors and study at your own time and pace. Complete a Final Project and earn a Certificate of Completion...(more)

    Quinnipiac University Summer Programs & Camps
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    Quinnipiac University Summer Programs & Camps

    Hamden, Connecticut

    Quinnipiac’s summer programs & camps are designed to provide more than just the chance to explore your interests, but a means to expand your skills and accomplishments using project-based experiential learning.  Programs operate on all 3 of our campuses, across 600 acres in Hamden and North Haven, Connecticut, as well as in the convenience of your own home through an interactive online education platform. ..(more)

    EXPLO Pre-College (Grades 10, 11, 12): Trial Law + The American Court System (College Credits Available)
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    EXPLO Pre-College (Grades 10, 11, 12): Trial Law + The American Court System (College Credits Available)

    Wellesley, Massachusetts

    This concentration provides an unparalleled opportunity for students to explore the field of law by completing real-world projects created exclusively for EXPLO by the experts. Make your case in a mock trial with a sitting judge Hear from admissions experts about the various pathways for law school Engage in a dialogue on cases using the Socratic Seminar approach Watch a live judicial proceeding Earn college credit ..(more)

    UMass Amherst Summer Pre-College Programs
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    UMass Amherst Summer Pre-College Programs

    Amherst, Massachusetts

    Learn about Summer 2023 Pre-College opportunities at UMass Amherst. Our residential and online pre-college programs are designed to give you a preview of the UMass student experience, including college-level academics and being part of a learning community of high school students from all across the U.S. and the world. Our programs feature faculty-led courses, state-of-the-art facilities, and the #1 campus dining in the U.S., as ranked by the Princeton Review...(more)

    ISSOS International Summer Schools
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    ISSOS International Summer Schools

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    United Kingdom

    Our three-week all-inclusive summer school experience offers high school students from all over the world the opportunity to combine learning, creative enrichment and action-packed adventure in the historic university towns of St Andrews, Cambridge and Yale...(more)

    American University: Community of Scholars
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    American University: Community of Scholars

    Washington, District of Columbia

    The Community of Scholars program is a rigorous college-credit summer program designed for students entering their junior and senior years of high school. The program offers academically outstanding students the chance to broaden their understanding of international relations by enrolling in a 3-credit college class designed just for them. Students will sample the undergraduate experience and take advantage of what the School of International Service (SIS) has to offer. ..(more)

    Emory University’s Youth Theological Initiative
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    Emory University’s Youth Theological Initiative

    Atlanta, Not Applicable

    The Youth Theological Initiative offers a one-week residential summer academy for rising 10th-12th graders. Teens explore their own questions about faith, justice, and their place in the world. While our expertise is rooted in Christian traditions, teens of any faith are welcomed and valued for the perspectives they bring. YTI provides scholarly tools teens can use to make sense of their own faith. For 30 years many have considered the YTI Summer Academy a pivotal life experience...(more)

    DigiPen Academy: Pre-College Music & Sound Design for Games
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    DigiPen Academy: Pre-College Music & Sound Design for Games

    Audio professionals play an important role on any game production team. Whether composing the musical score that sets a game’s mood or recording the sound effects that give players moment-to-moment gameplay feedback, it’s a job that requires both musical knowledge and technical expertise. DigiPen Academy's Music & Sound Design for Games will give you the knowledge that you need...(more)

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