OUT NOW: TeenLife’s Guide to Gap Year Programs 2024!
Sally Ride Science Academy offers science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM) workshops for students entering the 3rd-12th grade. Students assume the roles of space explorer, marine biologist, computer programmer and more as they immerse themselves in hands-on projects...(more)
The University of Rochester offers flexible, online courses in STEM-related subjects like medicine, video game design, biomedical engineering, orthopedic surgery, and more for high school students. You’ll hear from University of Rochester professors, be guided by a mentor well-versed in the course subject, and earn a Certificate of Completion from the University of Rochester. ..(more)
Grades 10-12 | Wellesley, Massachusetts Iterate, design, prototype, and test. Engage with the many sub-disciplines of the profession, from mechanical engineering, to circuit design, through hands-on projects, such as designing and building a biologically inspired robot. College credit available. Learn more...(more)
Interested in taking STEM courses while in high school? Case Western Reserve’s online pre-college program offers a variety of courses that you can take at your own pace. Featuring experts in the field and taught through dynamic, engaging videos, you’ll gain firsthand knowledge in neuroscience, engineering and more. Apply today and start exploring your future in STEM...(more)
At BIMM University we provide an extensive range of courses in modern music, performing arts, and filmmaking to over 9,000 students across 15 colleges in the UK, Germany and Ireland. We have a long-standing commitment to providing the highest quality in creative arts education, allowing students to maximise their career potential...(more)
Take part in award-winning summer STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) teen academic programs. ..(more)
What if you could test drive your future before making a decision that defines the course of your life? ..(more)
Identify and diagnose injured and diseased bodily structures and employ cutting-edge surgical techniques and biomedical engineering principles to design, prototype, and test solutions. (EXPLO Grades 10-12 Student Life at the Wellesley College Campus) ..(more)
World Scholars Academy offers elite medicine summer courses for ages 12-18 designed and taught by world-leading medical scholars. Explore your future career path and accelerate your success with personalized college guidance and high-level instruction in medicine led by the world's most accomplished educators...(more)
Explore AI by completing real-world projects created exclusively for EXPLO by the experts — and earn college credit in the process. Write machine learning code and get first-hand feedback from experts from Rapid7 security firm on the reliability of your code Analyze the bias in AI facial recognition software Learn to identify and combat “Deepfakes” Learn how AI plays a role in vaccine development ..(more)
X-STEM All Access is a FREE virtual conference series for middle and high schoolers designed to get students excited about STEM. Students will get an inside look into the exciting careers and inspiring personal journeys of diverse STEM role models through a lively Q&A session with a fellow STEM professional. The 30-minute episodes will premiere throughout the school year and will be available on-demand to fit in your schedule...(more)
Take part in our award-winning summer STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) teen academic programs. Gifted students will engage in experimental research & take exciting field trips. Topics include Biology, Chemistry, Biomedical Engineering, Robotics, STEM Entrepreneurship, and more...(more)
Prep for your Future with UC San Diego With the flexibility of year-round online classes, UC San Diego Division of Extended Studies offers the support you need to succeed. Our innovative and sophisticated Test Prep courses are designed for the student whose busy lifestyle demands efficient prep in a condensed amount of time by focusing on the test topics that impact your score the most. By the end of our intensive Test Prep courses, you will be able to test confidently...(more)
Boston University School of Medicine is dedicated to the educational, intellectual, professional and personal development of a diverse group of exceptional students, trainees, and faculty who are deeply committed to the study and practice of medicine, to biomedical research, and to public health...(more)
This summer, teens can explore a prestigious campus, make friends as they master new STEM skills, and join a community of 600,000 alumni who are changing the world with tech. Build in-demand skills in coding, game development, robotics, and design at iD Tech Camp hosted at the University of Texas at Dallas...(more)
Get a head start on college by earning credits from Cornell online this summer. You can choose from dozens of regular university courses, work with Cornell faculty, study alongside undergraduates, and improve your college study skills...(more)
For nearly 200 years, Case Western Reserve University has prepared ambitious students for their futures—in that spirit, we offer our pre-college online courses, designed for high school students ages 13 and up. Each course features video lessons by Case Western Reserve instructors, access to mentors, and the opportunity to earn a Certificate of Completion. The program is available year-round, and the online format lets you study anywhere, anytime, at your own pace...(more)
The high school students who participate in VISIONS Peru become part of the community of Urubamba, nestled in the Sacred Valley of the Inca at the base of the Andes. They join a 25-year tradition of deep friendships that are built upon the shared accomplishments of constructing water systems with indigenous Quechua people who rely on this water as lifeblood. We also work with children and do other hands-on service...(more)
The National Institute of American History & Democracy (NIAHD) at William & Mary offers 4 classes in which students analyze, interpret, and discuss key events in American history and the places where these events took place. Students develop college-level reading and writing skills; participate in seminar discussions; and interact with historians, architectural historians, curators, and archaeologists. Pre-College students earn transferable college credit for their work...(more)
The week-long summer program showcases a cutting-edge curriculum centered around innovative technologies that revolutionize health, ranging from medical devices to digital health solutions and biotechnology. The program uniquely integrates business aspects of the health industry, with an emphasis on Boston's robust life sciences industry, offering students an unparalleled opportunity to explore the dynamic health ecosystem in one of the nation's health industry hubs. ..(more)
