SUMMER PROGRAMS FOR High Schools Students

MAKE YOUR SUMMER COUNT! Participating in a summer program is a great way to spend your summer. You will experience the excitement of college life at a college campus, you get to explore new programs and careers, and make friendships that last a lifetime with people from around the globe.

MITES (Minority Introduction to Engineering and Science) at MIT June 17, 2011 - July 30, 2011
MITES (Minority Introduction to Engineering and Science) is a rigorous six-week residential, academic enrichment summer program for promising high school juniors who are interested in studying and exploring careers in science and engineering.
All individuals who are selected must be US citizens or permanent residents, and must demonstrate bright promise of ability and interest in science, engineering and technology. Additionally, they must demonstrate that they would benefit from and contribute to the program. These factors are assessed based on all or some combination of grades, PSAT, SAT or ACT test scores, extracurricular activities, essays and letters of recommendation.
Application and more information at: http://web.mit.edu/mites/Applications.html

To apply to the program, please make sure that you complete the online application by January 17, 2011 http://engineering-apps.mit.edu:8080/mites/apply (After you submit your online application, your recommenders (current math teacher, current science teacher, and guidance counselor) will receive an email and be given 1 month to send the rest of the materials) Materials must be postmarked by February 18, 2011.
FREE! Students only pay for their transportation to and from MIT

SAMS: The Summer Academy for Mathematics and Science at Carnegie Mellon University
June 25th August 5th
The Summer Academy for Mathematics and Science is a rigorous residential summer experience for good students who have a strong interest in math and science and want to become excellent students. Students who are entering their junior or senior year and are considering careers in engineering, science and other math-based disciplines are eligible to apply. Students must be at least 15 years old to participate in this program. The program will focus on creating interest in technical disciplines and building academic and personal skills to better prepare you for the college application process. Deadline is April 1st, 2011.FREE! There will be no tuition, housing or dining fees for students selected to attend SAMS. Students will, however, be responsible for books, supplies, transportation and recreational expenses. Textbook costs vary from year to year. An estimate would be $150-$200.

2011 UF Young Entrepreneurs for Leadership & Sustainability Summer Program
June 26th -July 29th
This program is for motivated, college-bound high school sophomores and juniors who are interested in Entrepreneurship, Social Entrepreneurship, Leadership, and Sustainability. Applicants should be successfully pursuing a rigorous high school curriculum as demonstrated by their transcripts.
Application available at: http://ufyoungentrepreneurs.org/apply/application Deadline is March 1 Cost is $6,000. This fee covers tuition, books, housing in a student residence hall, an unlimited meal pass, field trips, community service, and most activities for the duration of the 5 week program. A $500 deposit is due two weeks following the notification of acceptance.
Full and Partial Scholarships are available to a limited number of students who demonstrate financial need and whose academic performance has been outstanding.

Boston University High School Honors Program
July 4th- August 13th
We consider academically motivated applicants who are entering their junior or senior year of high school in 2011. Qualified juniors need to be in Honors and/or AP courses to be considered. Admission is based on a combination of high school grades, courses taken, standardized test scores, personal statement, and two letters of recommendation. Application available at: http://www.bu.edu/summer/high-school-programs/ Deadline is May 16, 2011. Applicants applying for financial aid need to submit their completed applications by April 19, 2011. Tuition $4,360 plus room and board. Financial aid is available for the High School Honors Program. Awards cover partial tuition and fees and are based on both financial need and merit.

Boston University Research Internship
July 4th-August 13th
We consider applicants who are entering their senior year of high school in 2011. Admission is based on a combination of high school grades, courses taken, standardized test scores, personal statement, and two letters of recommendation.
http://www.bu.edu/summer/high-school-programs/research-internship/ Deadline is April 1, 2011. Admissions are made on a rolling basis, and only completed applications are reviewed until the application deadline. We will begin reviewing applications in the beginning of January. Cost is $3,600 plus room and board.Financial aid is available for the Research Internship in Science and Engineering Program based on need and merit. Awards cover partial tuition and fees.

Boston University Summer Challenge Program
June 19 - July 1, 2011
July 10 - 22, 2011
OR
July 24 - August 5, 2011
For high school students entering their sophomore, junior, or senior year in fall 2011, Summer Challenge is a perfect opportunity to explore existing interests, investigate new topics, take classes not offered in high school, and maybe even determine a college major. The two-week residential program offers a preview of college life, while non-credit coursework allows students to concentrate on a high level of learning and achievement alongside their peers, without focusing on grades.
http://www.bu.edu/summer/high-school-programs/summer-challenge
There is no application deadline. Admissions are made on a rolling basis, and only completed applications are reviewed. We will begin reviewing applications in the beginning of January.
Cost is $3,250 program fee includes tuition, housing, and all meals in the dining hall. It also includes textbooks and all sponsored activities during the two weeks of the program.

Boston University Summer Preview
June 19 - July 1, 2011
July 10 - 22, 2011
OR
July 24 - August 5, 2011
For students entering their freshmen or sophomore year of high school in fall 2011, the one-week, non-credit, commuter Summer Preview Program provides an opportunity for students to explore an academic interest in-depth, investigate a subject they are curious about, as well as gain excellent preparation for the increasingly competitive college admission process. Summer Preview students enroll in one, non-credit seminar, choosing from two exciting subjects.
Each seminar is designed to be small and engage students in an intensive exploration of a specific topic through lectures, discussions, and individual and group work. Students also benefit from a college workshop that gets them thinking about what they can do in high school to maximize the effectiveness of their college applications.
http://www.bu.edu/summer/high-school-programs/summer-preview
There is no application deadline. Admissions are made on a rolling basis, and only completed applications are reviewed. Will begin reviewing applications in the beginning of January.Cost is $1,150.

American University Community of Scholars
July 11-July 29
July 11-July 30, 2011 and online learning;
July 31-August 5, 2011
July 11- August 5
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 Community of Scholars offers academically outstanding students the chance to broaden their understanding of international relations by enrolling in a three-credit college class designed just for them. Students admitted to this program will sample the undergraduate experience and take advantage of what the School of International Service (SIS) has to offer.
Program I- Three-week, non-residential, on-campus program—July 11-July 29, 2011: $2,480
Program II- Four-week hybrid program, combining learning online with a residential component—July 11-July 30, 2011, online learning; July 31-August 5, 2011, in residence on AU campus: $2,980
Program III- Four-week online learning program—July 11- August 5, 2011: $2,250
Campus housing is available only for one-week residential component of Program II. A limited number of home stays will be arranged for Program I. Out-of-town students are also encouraged to live with friends and family in the area and commute to campus.
http://www.american.edu/sis/communityofscholars Deadline is May 1, 2011 Cost varies. There are a limited number of need-based scholarships for Washington, D.C., students. For more information, please email communityofscholars@american.edu.

United States Naval Academy Summer Seminar Sessions
June 4-9
June 11-16
June 18-23
The United States Naval Academy Summer Seminar is a fast-paced, six-day experience for high achievers who have completed their junior year in high school. The Summer Seminar teaches you about life at the Naval Academy, where academics, athletics, and professional training play equally important roles in developing our nation's leaders. If you think that you may be interested in pursuing an appointment to one of the nation's service academies and serving your country as an officer, you should seriously consider attending the Naval Academy's Summer Seminar.
http://www.usna.edu/Admissions/Application will open on 2/1/11 Cost is $350, which pays for your room and board, as well as a variety of materials. Plan on bringing extra cash for snacks.Each student is responsible for arranging transportation to and from the Naval Academy.
Some scholarships available based on financial need.

Cornell University Summer Program
Programs run for three or six weeks between June 25 and August 9
Cornell University Summer College offers a wide variety of programs to meet your interests and scheduling needs. Depending upon whether you are a sophomore, junior, or senior in high school, you can attend Cornell for one-, three-, four-, or six-weeks, earn an average of three to six credits, and concentrate on college courses in fourteen different areas and many subjects.
For more information please visit: http://wwwsce.cornell.edu/sc/
Admissions decisions for all programs (except CALS, RABS and Veterinary Medicine) are made on a rolling basis, which means that we will review and act on complete applications as they are received. Visit website for deadlines. It is to your advantage to apply early, before the program in which you are interested fills to capacity. Deadline for students applying for financial aid is April 1st for most programs (March 18th for RABS applicants)The cost for three-weeks is $5,790 and
six-weeks is $9,575.
Limited number of partial scholarships awarded based on a family's demonstrated financial need, a student's outstanding academic achievement, and availability of funds.

The Penn Summer Program for High School Students
July 4-August 13
The Penn Summer High School Programs are designed for academically qualified high school students currently in 9th, 10th or 11th grade. Students in 9th grade may be considered based on their academic record.
For application and more information including programs, deadlines and fees please visit: http://www.sas.upenn.edu/summer/programs/highschool Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis through May 1, 2011, or until the programs are full. It is to your advantage to apply well in advance of the application due date.
Costs range from $9,799 to $12,599. Tuition includes: Term fees, full academic and enrichment program, use of Penn facilities, housing, 2 meals daily Monday through Friday and Sunday (no meals on Saturday), Penn recreation pass, activities, trips and excursions per catalog, color group photo, key ring and access to Student Health Services for non emergency care.Scholarship information available in January.

LEAD Summer Institute in Business, Engineering, Global StudiesSee online info for dates and participating schools
For outstanding high school juniors with a 3.0 unweighted GPA or better ; solid PSAT, SAT, or ACT test scores; strong leadership skills. For three to four weeks, students live on campus and participate in interactive classes, site visits, and one-on-one sessions conducted by the nation's leading professors in each program
http://www.leadprogram.org / Deadline is January 25, 2011. Cost includes $35 non-refundable administrative fee. Tuition varies per program.Partial and full tuition and travel grants are available to students who require financial assistance.

University of Southern California for High School Students
The Summer Seminars
July 3- July 30, 2011 for the 4 week program
July 3 – 17, 2011 for the two week program

Summer Science Program for High School Women
No dates scheduled yet USC Summer Programs extends this tradition of excellence to outstanding high school and middle school students through 4 – 2 – 1 week course options. 4-Week and 2-Week courses offer high school students a preview of “freshman year” through a variety of college subjects, and the 1-Week Exploration on Catalina Island provides high school women and middle school girls the opportunity to learn marine science in the field at the USC Wrigley Institute for Environmental Studies.
Programs are available to high school students who have completed at least grade 9 and are 15 years old by 7/3/11; and should have successfully pursued a rigorous high school curriculum as demonstrated by your transcript. Test scores and recommendations are used to assist in the selection process.

Log on to www.usc.edu/summer for more information.
Deadline is Friday, May 6, 2011. Cost is $6,739. This fee covers tuition, room and board, field trips, most recreation, books, and laboratory fees. Limited Financial Aid available. Must complete financial aid application by Friday, April 1, 20 11
$3461 for the 2 week program. No financial aid available for this program
$1,800 (Science Camp for high school girls entering 9th, 10th or 11th grade. No financial aid available for this program.

Pre-College Summer Programs at Carnegie Mellon
June 25 -August 5, 2011 Advanced Placement Early Admission – Take regular classes for full credit.
Architecture – Classroom and studio components. Explore architecture to determine your level of interest. Art – Preparation for applying to and working with a college art program. Design – For students interested in graphic or industrial design
Drama – Opportunity to participate in a professional training program with acting, musical theatre and design/technical production options. Music – Unique taste of the life of a student musician. Private study, state of the art music technology and performance opportunities. National High School Game Academy – An intensive study of video game design and development.

Students must be in high school, have completed their sophomore year and 16 to 18 years old (born between August 5, 1992 and June 25, 1995. No exceptions will be made. More information at www.cmu.edu/enrollment/pre-college . Admission is on a rolling basis pending available space in the program. Cost varies according to program. Some financial and merit-based scholarships will be available to selected students who have been accepted into the Art & Design program. They must complete the scholarship application and submit a digital portfolio by May 2, 2011.

Northwestern University College Preparation Program
Courses vary from 3 to 9 weeks. The program begins on Sunday, June 19, 2011.
Program length is determined by the length of the courses chosen.Designed for students who want new academic challenges and the experience of real college life before finishing high school. You earn Northwestern academic credit for the course you take. Over 100 courses available each summer.
http://www.scs.northwestern.edu/collegeprep
Deadline is February 25th, 2011 Early deadline and for scholarships April 8th, 2011 Regular deadline(Late, on a space- available basis only).Cost depends on program, but is divided as follows:
Tuition: 1 Course $3,320
Program Fee: $800.00
Room and Board, per week: $382.50
A limited number of tuition scholarships will be awarded to domestic students who demonstrate financial need and strong academic and extracurricular achievement. Interested students should download the Application for Tuition Scholarship, complete it and send under separate cover from the application for admission.

Harvard Summer School Program
June 25-August 12, 2011
Motivated high school students from the United States and abroad who have completed their 10th, 11th, or 12th year attend the Harvard summer session and experience college life. Testing out the responsibilities of college will give you the confidence to succeed as you finish your secondary school career and enter the next phase of your life—college. For more information visit website
http://www.summer.harvard.edu/programs/ssp/
May 4 (or March 25 for financial aid applicants)
Cost is $2,640 for 4-unit course or $5,280 for 8-unit course.
Room and board $5,280 Fees do not include travel expenses.

Pre-College Summer At Brown
Dates vary per program. Eight different programs varying from a one week to seven-week course from their existing undergraduate curriculum. For the seven-week course you must be entering 12th grade (exceptions made for outstanding rising juniors). More information at www.brown.edu/summer Non-refundable application fee (payable securely online)
Before 3/1/2011: $45 3/1/2011 to 4/30/2011: $60 5/1/2011 and after: $90 Cost varies per program. A limited number of Dean’s Scholarships are available to qualifying students who apply by March 4, 2011

Summer Leaders Seminar, also known as Invitational Academic Workshop at West Point
Session I: May 28 – June 3
Session II: June 4-11 This program is for academically gifted high school juniors going into their senior year. A concentrated week of academic, athletic and social experiences. There will be military training, classes, sports, tours and a boat ride on the Hudson River. An opportunity to take the Physical Aptitude Exam. Request application on line at http://forms.admissions.usma.edu/AL by entering your name and mailing address. April 1, 2011 The average cost of the SLS is around $350.00 which covers room, board, some clothing items, and all classroom/training materials. It does not cover transportation to / from West Point.

Rising Star at Savannah College Of Art and Design
June 25-July 30 , 2011
Rising Star is a highly selective program for students who have completed their junior year of high school and who are interested in pursuing an education and career in the visual and performing arts, design, building arts, or the history of art and architecture. The Admission Review Committee gives preference for Rising Star acceptance to students with a 3.5 grade point average or above, SAT or ACT scores at or above the national average and demonstration of an advanced level of maturity, leadership and responsibility.
http://www.scad.edu/admission/pre-college/ Deadline are March 31
Priority workshop selection
April 1– Open workshop selection begins
May 1– Program fee and workshop selection due
June 1– Housing and meals fee due Fees
Application fee (nonrefundable): $35
Deposit (nonrefundable): $250
Tuition: $4,000
Housing and meals: $1,000
Total: $5,250
Limited scholarship opportunities available.

George Washington University Summer Scholars Program
6-Week Session: July 5-August 17
3-Week Session: July 10-July 29
1-Week Session: July 10-July 15 All non-credit sessions are open to high school students in 9th, 10th and 11th grade. Rising seniors are eligible to apply to credit courses. Residential and commuter options are available for both programs. Experience the extraordinary intellectual and cultural opportunities of Washington DC and study at one of the nation’s top ranked universities. http://www.gwu.edu/summer/scholars
Deadline is May 1st
Early application is highly recommended as courses fill in mid-spring. Your application will be reviewed on a rolling, space available basis when all components are received. 6-week course
Resident: $8,877
Commuter: $5,179

3-Week Course
Resident: $6,263
Commuter: $5,076

1-Week Course
Resident: $2,273
Commuter: $1,940


Georgetown University High School Summer
Various dates see website for more info Offers high school students several programs. Apply to one or more:

• The Institutes
• Fundamentals
• Advanced Prep Scholars
• Summer College Courses
• Summer Honors Intensive
• College Prep

http://scs.georgetown.edu/departments/21/summer-programs-for-high-school-students
Programs will accept students until they are full. Priority deadline May 1, 2011. Tuition varies

Merit-based scholarships available for Fundamentals and/or Summer College http://info.scs.georgetown.edu/pf/12/webfiles/SPHS/SPHS%20Documents/2011%20Scholarship%20Application.pdf

Washington University in St. Louis
See website for dates. Students who have completed sophomore or junior year with an academic average of B+ or better may apply for:

High School Summer Scholars Program
High School Summer Institutes

summerscholars.wustl.eduDeadline is March 1, 2011. Costs vary from $2,985- $6,585.About 85% of students who apply for financial aid receive a scholarship award, which will cover a portion of the program fee. We do not offer full scholarships.


Young Engineering and Science Scholars (YESS) Program at Caltech Three-week summer residential program for exceptional underrepresented high school students and other who feel would benefit from the program. Designed for students who have a passion for science and engineering.
http://www.yess.caltech.edu/about.html Questions about this program can be directed to Carol Casey at casey@caltech.edu or (626) 395-2887.
June 20-July 10, 2010 Cost is FREE. Students only pay for their travel cost.

Youth Theological Initiative (YTI)Summer Academy at EmoryYouth Theological Initiative Summer Academy gathers rising high school juniors and seniors from around the United States for an intensive experience of Christian theological education. Applicants should have a strong academic record, a curiosity about the relationship between theology and public issues, and a commitment to serving the public good through reflection and action
For more information go to http://yti.emory.edu or email If you would like more information, please email yti@emory.edu.

Emory University Pre College Programs Various dates Rising juniors or seniors. The Emory Pre-College Program is a summer academic program for high school students. It gives college-bound rising juniors and rising seniors an exciting glimpse of academic and residential life at a top-ranked national university.
http://college.emory.edu/program/precollege/ Programs will accept students until they are full. Costs range from $2,324 to $8,996
Limited amount of scholarships available

Notre Dame Pre College Programs
June 19-July 2/11
July 24-31/2011
July 10-16/2011
July 17-23/2011
Summer Scholars: Participants must be at least 16 years old by July 1, 2011 and have completed their sophomore or junior year of high school. Qualified applicants must be self-motivated, self-disciplined and demonstrate a high level of maturity. Study one of a variety of academic tracks – from Acting to Investments and Entrepreneurship; from Life Sciences to Theology.
Three leadership seminars: Current juniors who have outstanding academic records, are leaders in their schools and communities, and are intellectually curious will also want to check out one of our three leadership seminars. Limited to 40 students in each seminar, these are highly selective programs.. All expenses are paid by the University of Notre Dame.

Global Issues Seminar: Be one of 40 rising high school seniors engaged in a stimulating one-week exploration of the future challenges facing young Catholic leaders.

The Latino Community Leadership Seminar is an opportunity for 40 outstanding Hispanic students entering their senior year in high school who want to challenge and develop their commitment to the Latino community. All program expenses including round trip transportation to the campus are covered by the University. If selected, the only expense to the student is a $150 non-refundable confirmation fee.

Seminar for African American Scholars: Explore the rich historical, political and spiritual legacy of African American culture-and delve into a variety of issues from Catholic Social Teaching, to the Challenges of Science; from Notre Dame in the local community to Notre Dame in South Africa.
http://precollege.nd.edu/
Deadline is April 15, 2011

Leadership seminars deadline: April 01, 2011 $2,500 Limited scholarship funds are available for socio-economically and ethnically underrepresented students.


FREE:
Limited to 40 students in each seminar, these are highly selective programs. All expenses are paid by the University of Notre Dame.
FREE: Required fees include a non-refundable $25 application fee to be submitted at the time of application and a $150 confirmation fee to be submitted at the time of acceptance into the program. The $150 fee is also a non-refundable fee.

U Penn Leadership in the Business World
July 3-July 30, 2011
LBW gives rising high school seniors a college-level experience by enabling them to attend workshops taught by Wharton faculty and business experts, to make site visits to local companies, and to participate in team-building activities.
http://www.wharton.upenn.edu/academics/lbw.cfm Deadline is March 1, 2011 Fees are $5,575. Limited financial aid is available.

UM Summer Scholars Program
June 25-July 15th, 2011
Current sophomore or junior in high school. Explore your career possibilities through the Summer Scholar Programs at the University of Miami. Each program offers a three-week, educational experience that lets you live like a college student on campus while earning valuable college credit.
http://www6.miami.edu/summerscholar/ Deadline is May 1, 2011. Fees are $4,730 for the commuter program or $5,730 residential program.

Pratt Institute Summer Program
July 5-July 29, 2011
Every summer, Pratt sponsors a college-level program for high school sophomores, juniors and seniors at its Brooklyn and Manhattan campuses. The program attracts about 400 students. It is an intensive immersion experience in art, design or architecture. The program is offered at both Brooklyn and Manhattan campuses
Deadline is April 1, 2011.March 15 deadline for scholarships Tuition: $2,775 plus fees. Scholarships available if applying by March 15, 2011