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ARTEFFECT (Lowell Milken Center for Unsung Heroes)Selective

ARTEFFECT Student Visual Arts Summer Competition

A free, juried national visual arts competition for high school students to create original artwork inspired by Unsung Heroes who were innovators. Students submit visual art in any medium along with a reflective 500–1,000 word Impact Statement and documentation of their creative process.

MayOnlineFree309 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesPerforming & Visual Arts, Academic

SubjectsVisual Arts, Art History, Innovation

CostFree

Websitehttps://www.arteffectlmc.org/competition/summer

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University of WaterlooSelective

University of Waterloo: Catalyst Summer Leadership Program

A two-week in-person summer program offering two streams: Traditional Catalyst (STEM, engineering design, and leadership skills) and Catalyst - Early Entrepreneurs (innovation, entrepreneurship, and business foundations) for high school students.

Jul–Aug · 2 wk sessionsCommuterWaterloo, Canada<$50095 days

Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesSTEM, Business/Entrepreneurship, Leadership

SubjectsEngineering Design, Entrepreneurship, STEM, Design Thinking, Problem-Solving, Innovation, Business Foundations

Cost<$500 · $732

Websitehttps://uwaterloo.ca/engineering-outreach/programs/catalyst

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University of ChicagoSelectiveCredit

University of Chicago: Pre-College Programs

A suite of residential, commuter, and online summer programs for high school students (grades 9–11) offering 1- to 8-week experiences in STEM, humanities, languages, leadership, and research. Programs include 1-week Enrichment tracks, 2-week Career Insight, 3-week Immersion, 4-week Practicum, and remote options.

Jun–Jul · 1–4 wk sessionsCommuter / Residential / OnlineChicago, IL$3,000–$6,99993 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration, Leadership

SubjectsQuantum Science, Artificial Intelligence, Future Intelligence, STEM, Creative Writing, Computer Science, Data Science, Economics, Mathematics, Physics, Languages, Climate & Energy, Innovation, Entrepreneurship, Paleontology, Biology, Research

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $3,000

Websitehttps://summer.uchicago.edu/pre-college-students

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LaunchXSelective

LaunchX Online Innovation Summer Program

A 3-week online summer program where high school students (ages 14–18) work in teams to solve real business challenges from industry partners including Northwestern Mutual, Rockwell Automation, and the Milwaukee Bucks. Students digest company challenges, develop solutions collaboratively, and present at Innovation Day.

Jun · 3 wk sessionsOnline$3,000–$6,999114 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesBusiness/Entrepreneurship, Career Exploration

SubjectsBusiness Consulting, Innovation, Problem-Solving

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,495

Websitehttps://www.launchx.com/programs/online-innovation

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Harvard UniversitySelective

Venture & Tech Summer Program

A 6-week online summer program for high school students combining daily workshops led by founders and investors with a capstone internship project at a VC-backed startup. Students work in industries including AI, engineering, biotech, fintech, nonprofits, and arts/media.

Jun–Jul · 6 wk sessionsOnline$3,000–$6,999141 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesBusiness/Entrepreneurship, STEM, Career Exploration

SubjectsEntrepreneurship, Technology, Innovation, AI, Engineering, Fintech, Biotech

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,750

Websitehttps://www.vtsp.com/

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University of Pennsylvania Wharton SchoolSelective

Wharton Global Youth Program: Essentials of Entrepreneurship

A 2-week residential program at the University of Pennsylvania for high school students interested in entrepreneurship. Students learn innovation, business model generation, and entrepreneurial strategy through Wharton faculty instruction, guest lectures, and a culminating pitch competition.

Jun–Jul · 2 wk sessionsResidentialPhiladelphia, PA$7,000+79 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th

CategoriesBusiness/Entrepreneurship, STEM, Career Exploration

SubjectsEntrepreneurship, Innovation, Business Model Generation, Tech Entrepreneurship, Social Entrepreneurship, Customer Discovery, A/B Testing, Entrepreneurial Strategy and Financing

Cost$7,000+ · $7,599

Websitehttps://globalyouth.wharton.upenn.edu/programs-courses/essentials-of-entrepreneurship/

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The Wharton School, University of PennsylvaniaSelective

Wharton Global Youth Program: Essentials of Innovation

A 2-week residential summer program in San Francisco exploring innovation, entrepreneurship, and startup culture. Students learn to develop business models, evaluate ventures through market research, and use AI tools for entrepreneurial work while gaining exposure to the Bay Area startup ecosystem.

Jul · 2 wk sessionsResidentialSan Francisco, CA$7,000+79 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesSTEM, Business/Entrepreneurship, Career Exploration

SubjectsEntrepreneurship, Innovation, Business Model Generation, Venture Creation, Artificial Intelligence

Cost$7,000+ · $8,299

Websitehttps://globalyouth.wharton.upenn.edu/programs-courses/san-francisco-ca/

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University of Pennsylvania (Wharton School)SelectiveCredit

Wharton Summer High School Programs

Multiple summer programs for high school students covering business, finance, entrepreneurship, data science, leadership, and innovation. Offered in residential on-campus format (Philadelphia), location-based programs (Cambridge UK, San Francisco CA), and online formats.

Jun–Jul · 2–3 wk sessionsResidential / Online / CommuterPhiladelphia, PA$7,000+79 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesBusiness/Entrepreneurship, STEM, Career Exploration, Leadership

SubjectsEntrepreneurship, Finance, Leadership, Data Science, Sports Analytics, Product Design, Innovation, International Business

Cost$7,000+ · $8,299

Websitehttps://globalyouth.wharton.upenn.edu/

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Berkeley College

Berkeley College: Summer Workshop Series

A single-day career exploration workshop series offering high school students hands-on experience across five tracks: leadership, fashion design, innovation, healthcare careers, and justice studies.

Jul · 1 wk sessionsCommuterWoodland Park, NJFreeRolling

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesCareer Exploration, Business/Entrepreneurship, Healthcare, Leadership

SubjectsLeadership, Fashion Design, Innovation, Healthcare Careers, Justice Studies

CostFree · $0

Websitehttps://berkeleycollege.edu/events/2026/07/summer-workshops.html

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GreenApple Campus

GreenApple Campus: Mini Design Challenge

An online design challenge program where participants submit innovative solutions to sustainability and civic engagement problems. Top submissions are featured on the GreenApple Campus website and partner social media channels.

Jul–AugOnlineFreeRolling

Entering gradesBelow 6th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, PG, College

CategoriesSTEM, Business/Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Community Service

SubjectsInnovation, Entrepreneurship, Sustainability, Climate, Civic Engagement

CostFree · $0

Websitehttps://greenapplecampus.org/mini-design-challenge/

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Wake Forest University: Pre-College Programs

Wake Forest Online Immersion: Business

A 100% online, self-paced business course exploring strategy, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Students complete 30 hours of instruction including interactive simulations, assignments, and a capstone project, with mentoring support and instruction from Wake Forest faculty and industry experts.

Online$500–$1,499Rolling

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesBusiness/Entrepreneurship, STEM

SubjectsBusiness, Entrepreneurship, Business Strategy, Innovation, Marketing, Technology

Cost$500–$1,499 · $1,000

Websitehttps://wfuonline.precollegeprograms.org/business

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NYU School of Professional Studies, High School Academy

NYU Summer Programs: Entrepreneurship and Business Startups

A four- to five-day intensive summer program exploring the lean startup model, business problem analysis, and innovation through exercises, cases, lectures, discussions, and projects. Students gain practical entrepreneurship experience on the NYU campus in New York City.

Jun–Aug · 1 wk sessionsCommuterNew York, NY$1,500–$2,999124 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th

CategoriesBusiness/Entrepreneurship, Career Exploration

SubjectsEntrepreneurship, Business, Lean Startup Model, Innovation

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,579

Websitehttps://www.sps.nyu.edu/high-school-academy/programs/career-edge/courses/HIGH1-CE9116.html

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Quinnipiac University

Quinnipiac University Summer Programs: Entrepreneurship Academy

A one-week intensive summer workshop where high school students learn business fundamentals, entrepreneurship, and leadership skills through faculty-designed programming. Students develop business ideas using the lean business model canvas and improve presentation skills.

Jul · 1 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialHamden, CT$1,500–$2,999Rolling; Registration opens October 2026

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesBusiness/Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Academic

SubjectsEntrepreneurship, Business Fundamentals, Leadership, Problem-Solving, Business Planning, Public Speaking, Innovation

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,500

Websitehttps://www.qu.edu/academics/about-our-programs/summer-experiences-courses/high-school-students/entrepreneurship-innovation

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CIEE (Council on International Education Exchange)

CIEE High School Summer in Berlin, Germany: Engineering & Innovation

A 3-week residential summer abroad program in Berlin combining expert-led engineering classes, hands-on workshops, and industry facility tours with cultural immersion in German technology and innovation.

Jun–Jul · 3 wk sessionsResidentialBerlin, Germany$3,000–$6,99971 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesSTEM, Career Exploration, Travel/Cultural Immersion

SubjectsEngineering, Innovation, Technology, German Language and Culture

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $6,800

Websitehttps://www.ciee.org/go-abroad/high-school-study-abroad/summer/programs/germany/berlin/engineering-innovation

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University of Massachusetts AmherstCredit

UMass Amherst Summer Pre-College: Entrepreneurship - Becoming a Game-Changer

A 2-week residential or commuter program teaching hands-on entrepreneurship and innovation. Students learn the entrepreneurial process—from gathering real-world intelligence to pitching ideas and securing funding—while creating solutions to world problems through team-based projects.

Jul · 2 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialAmherst, MA$3,000–$6,999186 days

Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesBusiness/Entrepreneurship, Career Exploration

SubjectsEntrepreneurship, Business, Innovation

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,119

Websitehttps://www.umass.edu/uww/pre-college/residential/entrepreneurship-management

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ACA (American Collegiate Adventures)Credit

ACA Summer: Project Endeavor Entrepreneurship

A two-week residential and commuter entrepreneurship program at Pepperdine University where high school students develop business concepts, receive mentorship from industry leaders, and pitch their ideas in a Shark Tank-style competition.

Jul · 2 wk sessionsResidential / CommuterMalibu, CA$3,000–$6,999

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesBusiness/Entrepreneurship

SubjectsEntrepreneurship, Business Planning, Innovation

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $3,495

Websitehttps://acasummer.com/project-endeavor-entrepreneurship/

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Atlas Summer Courses

Atlas Summer Courses: Business and Entrepreneurship

A 2-week business and entrepreneurship program for ages 13–24 offered in Cambridge and Oxford. Students explore entrepreneurship, business strategy, marketing, leadership, and innovation through small-group seminars, tutorials, and private study.

Jun–Aug · 2 wk sessionsResidentialCambridge, Oxford, United Kingdom$3,000–$6,999Applications rolling; courses filling fast

Entering grades8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th, College

CategoriesBusiness/Entrepreneurship, Leadership

SubjectsBusiness and Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurship, Business Strategy, Marketing, Leadership, Innovation

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $5,495

Websitehttps://atlassummercourses.com/business-entrepreneurship/

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Florida International University

BIZNOVATOR Camp @ FIU

A business and entrepreneurship-focused summer camp for middle and high school students at Florida International University, designed to develop innovation and business skills.

Jun · 2 wk sessionsCommuterMiami, FL$3,000–$6,999

Entering grades6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesBusiness/Entrepreneurship, Career Exploration

SubjectsEntrepreneurship, Business, Innovation

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $3,002

Websitehttps://biznovator.com/

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CIEE (Council on International Education Exchange)

CIEE High School Summer in Dublin, Copenhagen, & Berlin: Global Entrepreneurship & Innovation in Europe

A 3-week summer program across Dublin, Copenhagen, and Berlin where high school students develop business proposals, explore entrepreneurship, and connect with local innovators and entrepreneurs across three European cities.

Jul · 3 wk sessionsResidentialMultiple locations$7,000+71 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesBusiness/Entrepreneurship, Career Exploration, Travel/Cultural Immersion, Travel/Cultural Immersion, Travel/Cultural Immersion, STEM

SubjectsBusiness, Entrepreneurship, Innovation

Cost$7,000+ · $9,200

Websitehttps://www.ciee.org/go-abroad/high-school-study-abroad/summer/programs/ireland/dublin/global-entrepreneurship-innovation-europe

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