Summer Programs in Washington, D.C.

Summer programs for middle and high school students in the greater Washington, D.C., area include a wide range of programs for all ages, budgets and schedules. These programs include pre-college academics, STEM (science, technology, engineering and math), theater, music, visual arts, leadership, communications, political science, international relations, business, community service, photography, advertising, and sports, such as lacrosse, soccer, basketball and baseball.

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Your request will be sent directly to Sarah Menke-Fish, Director, at American University: Discover the World of Communication.

American University Discover the World of Communication Online

Washington, DC  -   Summer Program  -  

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Ready to build your college portfolio, learn something new, or explore an area in communication that you’ve never had an opportunity to before? American University ... (more)

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Your request will be sent directly to Heather Arnold, ACLU National Advocacy Institute Coordinator, at Close Up Foundation.

ACLU National Advocacy Institute

Washington, DC  -   Summer Program  -  

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The ACLU Advocacy Institute Virtual Program will bring high school students together to participate in a unique learning experience for the next generation of social ... (more)

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Your request will be sent directly to Summer Programs for High School Students Office at Georgetown Summer Programs for High School Students.

Georgetown University: Summer Programs for High School Students

Washington, DC  -   Summer Program  -  

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This summer, experience the excitement of college life at Georgetown University. Our Summer High School Programs offer the opportunity to live on campus, explore a ... (more)

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Your request will be sent directly to Brittany Kemmer, Director, at St. John's College Summer Academy.

St. John's College Summer Academy, Annapolis

Annapolis, MD  -   Summer Program  -  

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The Summer Academy offers participants a rich experience reading and discussing original texts in lively conversations led by St. John's faculty. Through collaborative inquiry, students ... (more)

Your request will be sent directly to AmeriCorps NCCC Recruitment at Corporation for National & Community Service (CNCS).

AmeriCorps NCCC - Traditional Corps

United States  -   Gap Year Program  -  

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AmeriCorps NCCC is a full-time, team-based service program for young adults 18-26* who want to give back to communities in need across the U.S. Travel ... (more)

CET High School and Gap: China Fieldwork Semester

Asia  -   Gap Year Program  -  

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Discover how the Chinese landscape has changed livelihoods and a community’s sense of place over generations. Spend a semester on three major projects to help you ... (more)

The School of The New York Times: Political Commentary

Online, DC  -   Summer Program  -  

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Learn journalistic techniques and stylistic tricks to communicate political analysis concisely and persuasively while developing your own unique voice in the epicenter of political discourse. (more)

Pre-College at CET Spain: Intensive Spanish Language

Málaga, Spain  -   Summer Program  -  

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Settled in the heart of Spain’s cultural history, Málaga is an ideal place to improve your Spanish. The rich art, culture, and beauty of Málaga ... (more)

Gap at CET Colombia: Race, Ethnicity, and Identities

Latin America  -   Gap Year Program  -  

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Gap at CET Colombia students study race, identity, and ethnicity through the Afro-Colombian lens in Cali—a city with the second largest population of African descent ... (more)

Pre-College at CET Japan: Japanese Pop Culture as a Global Phenomenon

Osaka, Japan  -   Summer Program  -  

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Japanese pop culture has a huge impact on youth culture around the world, from Hello Kitty to manga and anime to J-pop. Studying pop culture ... (more)

Georgetown University Summer Pre-College Program - Experiences in Biotechnology Academy

Washington, DC  -   Summer Program  -  

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Georgetown's Summer Experiences in Biotechnology Academy is a two-week program that will immerse you in the exciting world of biotechnology. (more)

Pre-College at CET Jordan: Intensive Arabic Language

Amman, Jordan  -   Summer Program  -  

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Looking for a summer of immersive learning to begin or strengthen your foundation of Arabic studies? With passionate teachers, small class sizes, and even Arabic ... (more)

Pre-College at CET Jordan: Jordanian Youth Culture and Civic Engagement

Amman, Jordan  -   Summer Program  -  

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Spend the summer in Amman studying Jordan and the Middle East through the lens of youth culture and civic engagement. With a core course, conversational ... (more)

Pre-College at CET Japan: Intensive Japanese Language

Osaka, Japan  -   Summer Program  -  

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Spend the summer learning Japanese in Osaka and be amazed by how much progress you make. Study in small classes with dedicated instructors, perfect for ... (more)

American Councils for International Education: Tradition & Modernity in Taiwan

Asia  -   Gap Year Program  -  

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This four-week summer program provides students 18 and older with an immersive introduction to Mandarin Chinese and hands-on coursework in the history, culture, politics, and ... (more)

The School of The New York Times: International Relations & Development

Online, DC  -   Summer Program  -  

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Think critically about solutions to the world’s greatest problems by examining current conflicts, political relationships, challenges faced by key players and how they operate on ... (more)

The School of The New York Times: DC Summer Academy - Online Program

Online, United States  -   Summer Program  -  

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Summer Academy Online gives intellectually curious high school students the opportunity to pursue their passions and study with experts in the fields of journalism, media, ... (more)

Georgetown University Summer Pre-College Program - 3-Week Medical Academy

Washington, DC  -   Summer Program  -  

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In Georgetown's 3-week Medical Academy, you'll get a snapshot of a first-year medical school curriculum while exploring topics ranging from neuroscience and pathology to anatomy, ... (more)

Pre-College at CET Ireland: Dublin as a Global City

Dublin, Ireland  -   Summer Program  -  

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Explore the local aspects of Dublin and then zoom out to see how the city fits into global history and where it stands today. Develop ... (more)

The School of The New York Times: Government/Law/Ethics

Online, DC  -   Summer Program  -  

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Immerse yourself in Capitol Hill’s ecosystem to learn how ethics, the government and law interact to form America’s center of political and legal power. (more)

Georgetown University Summer Pre-College Program - Nursing Academy

Washington, DC  -   Summer Program  -  

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This summer, spend one week immersed in the fast-paced, challenging, and rapidly evolving world of nursing at Georgetown University's Nursing Academy. (more)

Pre-College at CET Spain: Spain and the European Union

Málaga, Spain  -   Summer Program  -  

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The rich art, culture, and beauty of Málaga are the perfect home base to study Spain and the European Union. With a core course, conversational ... (more)

Pre-College at CET New Zealand: Sustainability in Māori, Pacific, and Indigenous Contexts

Hamilton, New Zealand  -   Summer Program  -  

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Spend four weeks in Hamilton—also known as Kirikiriroa—exploring environmental challenges and solutions from an indigenous Pacific perspective. Live in a homestay with a local family, learn ... (more)

Pre-College at CET Florence: Intensive Italian Language

Florence, Italy  -   Summer Program  -  

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This summer, explore Italy and its culture through four weeks of intensive Italian classes. Get to know Italy on another level as you head out ... (more)

Gap at CET Brazil

Latin America  -   Gap Year Program  -  

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Build a foundation for understanding global poverty and inequality with Gap at CET Brazil. With curriculum focused on the dynamics of global inequality and social ... (more)

The School of The New York Times: Public Policy & Activism

Online, DC  -   Summer Program  -  

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Tackle the most challenging issues facing the United States and learn what it takes to be a changemaker. (more)

Global Scholar Summer Program for Young Global Leaders

Washington, DC  -   Summer Program  -  

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Global Scholar is an intensive summer program that gives high school students the community, knowledge, and skills to launch their careers as global change makers. ... (more)

Pre-College at CET Shanghai: Global Perspectives Program

Shanghai, China  -   Summer Program  -  

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Spend your summer in the big city diving into topics that come to life before your eyes. Using China as context, you can examine career ... (more)

The School of The New York Times: DC Reporting: The Political Beat

Online, DC  -   Summer Program  -  

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Learn the building blocks of political journalism inside the United States capital, epicenter of political power and a culture all its own. (more)

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