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Gold SignalTelluride AssociationSelective

Telluride Association: Telluride Association Summer Seminar (TASS)

A free, residential five-week college-level seminar program for high school sophomores and juniors focusing on humanities and social sciences. Students engage in intellectual exploration of topics including history, politics, literature, and art through daily three-hour seminars, community-based learning, and democratic decision-making.

Jun · 5 wk sessionsResidentialIthaca, NYFree23 days left

Entering grades9th, 10th

CategoriesAcademic

SubjectsHumanities, Social Sciences, History, Politics, Literature, Art

CostFree · $0

Websitehttps://www.tellurideassociation.org/our-programs/high-school-students/

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Bronze SignalHarvard UniversitySelective

Harvard University: Two-Week Program for High School Students

An intensive two-week residential summer program for rising juniors and seniors offering nearly 30 non-credit courses across humanities, social sciences, and STEM. Students live on Harvard's Cambridge campus, attend 3 hours of daily classes with 2–4 hours of homework, and participate in college readiness workshops and social activities.

Jun–Jul · 2 wk sessionsResidentialCambridge, MA$3,000–$6,99958 days

Entering grades11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Leadership

SubjectsCreative Writing, Journalism, Psychology, Biology, Medicine, Public Health, Anthropology, Law, Politics, Philosophy, History, Business, Economics, Digital Media, Management, Race and Gender Studies, Ethics, Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, Astronomy

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $6,100

Websitehttps://summer.harvard.edu/high-school-programs/pre-college-program/

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Eureka ProgramSelective

Eureka Program - Research Program for High School Students

A research-focused program for middle and high school students offering over 30 unique program topics across academic disciplines, with multiple delivery formats including summer group research, one-on-one mentorship, and online self-study courses.

Jun–Aug · 8 wk sessionsCommuter / OnlineNew York, NY$500–$1,499Rolling

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

CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration

SubjectsBiology, Chemistry, Economics, Finance, European History, Quantitative Research, Neuroscience, Psychology, Technology, Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Computer Science, Classics, Ancient History, Entrepreneurship, Start-up, Game Theory, Linguistics, Philosophy, Politics, Law, Sociology, Public Policy, Art History, Museum Studies, Comparative Literature, Environmental Science, Gender Studies, Mathematics, Physics, Astronomy, Sports Business, Management, Social Entrepreneurship

Cost$500–$1,499 · $500

Websitehttps://www.eurekaprogram.com/

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Atlas Summer CoursesSelective

Atlas Summer Courses - Summer Programs in Oxford & Cambridge

Award-winning summer programs in Oxford, Cambridge, and Harrow offering courses across arts, humanities, business, medicine, sciences, and engineering for students ages 9–24. Limited spaces fill quickly; flexible payment plans and scholarships available.

Jun–Jul · 1–2 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialOxford, Cambridge, Harrow, United Kingdom$1,500–$2,999Rolling; apply early for limited places

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

CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration, Business/Entrepreneurship, Healthcare

SubjectsPhilosophy, English Literature, Creative Writing, Art History, Business, Economics, Law, Marketing, Media, Medicine, Chemistry, Physics, Biology, Psychology, Neuroscience, Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, International Relations, Politics, Sociology, Leadership, International Development

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $1,985

Websitehttps://atlassummercourses.com/

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King's College LondonSelective

King's College London: Pre-University Summer School

A one- to three-week residential or commuter summer program for ages 16–17 offering university-level courses in business, law, science, engineering, humanities, and social sciences in central London.

Jul · 1–3 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialLondon, United Kingdom$3,000–$6,999168 days

Entering grades11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration, Business/Entrepreneurship

SubjectsAccounting and Finance, Business Management, Computer Science, English Language & Culture, International Relations, Law, Marketing, Media, Communication & Digital Culture, Medical Science, Neuroscience, Politics, Psychology, Science, Technology & Engineering

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $3,195

Websitehttps://www.kcl.ac.uk/summer

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George Washington UniversitySelectiveCredit

George Washington University: Pre-College Summer Programs

Immersive summer program for high school students featuring college-level courses taught by top-tier faculty. Integrates lectures, seminars, and experiential learning with site visits and exploration of area organizations in Washington, D.C.

Jun–Jul · 2–6 wk sessionsCommuter / ResidentialWashington, DC$3,000–$6,999172 days

Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, Leadership, Career Exploration, Community Service

SubjectsPsychology, Data Analysis, Business, Law, Politics, International Relations, Public Policy, Leadership, Civic Engagement, Foreign Policy, Humanities, Languages

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,950

Websitehttps://summer.gwu.edu/precollege

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Indigo ResearchSelectiveCredit

Indigo Research: IRIS Intensive Program

A 6-week online research program for high school students offering mentorship from top university faculty. Students choose from subjects like neuroscience, computer science, engineering, and economics, and produce a publication-ready research paper that may earn two transferable college credits from UCSB Extension School.

Jul, Dec · 6 wk sessionsOnline$3,000–$6,999Rolling

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration, Leadership

SubjectsAdvanced International Politics, Neuroscience, Computer Science, Engineering, Entrepreneurship, Environmental Science, Astrophysics, Economics, Artificial Intelligence, Genetics, Law, Politics, Art, Biology, Coding, Data Science, Blockchain, Bioinformatics, Theoretical Computer Science, Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Computer Vision, Generative AI, AI Ethics, Recommender Systems, Politics & International Relations, Biochemistry, Business

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,200

Websitehttps://www.indigoresearch.org/program/iris

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Oxbridge Academic ProgramsSelective

Oxbridge Academic Programs: The Oxford Summer Seminars

A 1–2 week residential summer program at Oxford University for high school students to study one subject in depth, including academic seminars, workshops, and cultural enrichment activities across humanities and social sciences.

Aug · 1–2 wk sessionsResidentialOxford, United Kingdom$3,000–$6,999Rolling

Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, Leadership

SubjectsBusiness, Creative Writing, Critical Thinking, Economics, English Literature, International Relations, History, Law, Leadership, Medicine, Politics, Psychology

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $4,295

Websitehttps://www.oxbridgeprograms.com/I-Want-To-Travel-To/England/Oxford-Programs/The-Oxford-Summer-Seminars

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Oxbridge Summer ScholarsSelective

Oxbridge Summer Scholars at Oxford or Cambridge

A selective 2-week residential summer programme at Oxford and Cambridge universities for high school students ages 14–19. Students choose from four multidisciplinary academic streams (Science & Technology, Medical Sciences, Business & Economics, or Law & Global Issues) and participate in lectures, seminars, tutorials, and independent research projects in the Oxbridge teaching style.

Jul, Aug, Dec · 2–8 wk sessionsResidentialOxford; Cambridge, United Kingdom$7,000+Rolling

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Career Exploration, Business/Entrepreneurship, Healthcare

SubjectsEngineering, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Medicine, Neuroscience, Biotechnology, Finance, Economics, Entrepreneurship, Law, Philosophy, Politics, International Relations

Cost$7,000+ · $6,950

Websitehttps://www.oxbridgesummerscholars.com/

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Oxbridge Summer ScholarsSelective

Oxbridge Summer Scholars: Law, PPE and Global Issues

A two-week residential summer program at Oxford or Cambridge exploring law, politics, philosophy, and international relations through an interdisciplinary lens. Students engage with legal systems, governance, ethics, and global challenges while experiencing university life and British culture.

Jul, Aug, Dec · 2 wk sessionsResidentialOxford, United Kingdom$7,000+Rolling

Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, Leadership

SubjectsLaw, Politics, Philosophy, International Relations

Cost$7,000+ · $5,550

Websitehttps://www.oxbridgesummerscholars.com/law-ppe-and-global-issues

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Reach CambridgeCredit

Reach Cambridge International Summer Programs

A residential summer program in Cambridge, UK for international students ages 14–18 offering 20+ academic courses across STEM, humanities, and social sciences with expert instruction, college accommodation, and cultural excursions.

Jun–Aug · 2–6 wk sessionsResidentialCambridge, United Kingdom$1,500–$2,999

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

CategoriesAcademic, STEM, Leadership

SubjectsArchitecture, Biotechnology, Business Management, Computer Science, Engineering, English Language, Global Leadership, Journalism, Law, Liberal Arts, Literature, Mathematics, Medicine, Physics, Politics, Psychology, SAT Preparation

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,195

Websitehttps://www.reachcambridge.com/

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World Scholars Academy

World Scholars Academy | International Relations Summer Courses

A two-week synchronous online course covering international relations, political science, government, leadership, and Model United Nations, with live instruction, video recordings, and a course completion certificate.

Jul · 2 wk sessionsOnline$1,500–$2,999

Entering grades7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, Leadership

SubjectsInternational Relations, Political Science, Government, Leadership, Model United Nations, Politics, International Law, Global Issues

Cost$1,500–$2,999 · $2,995

Websitehttps://www.worldscholarsacademy.com/courses/international-relations

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Salve Regina University

Summer Institute of Politics at Salve Regina University

A one-week residential program for high school juniors and seniors exploring American politics, domestic and international policy, and public service. Students hear from expert speakers and develop a policy proposal on a challenge of their choice.

Jul · 1 wk sessionsResidentialNewport, RI$3,000–$6,999151 days

Entering grades11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, Leadership, Career Exploration

SubjectsPolitics, American Political System, Public Policy, Domestic Policy, International Policy, Leadership

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $3,100

Websitehttps://salve.edu/pell-center/summer-institute-of-politics

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George Washington UniversityCredit

George Washington University: Pre-College Summer Law and Politics Program

A summer program offering courses in government, politics, law, and ethics with both on-campus and online options, including noncredit experiential learning offerings.

Jun–Jul · 2 wk sessionsCommuter / OnlineWashington, DC$3,000–$6,999

Entering grades10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, Leadership

SubjectsGovernment, Politics, Law, Ethics, Political Communication

Cost$3,000–$6,999 · $3,350

Websitehttps://summer.gwu.edu/law-politics

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Franklin Academy

Franklin Academy: Franklin Research Internship Program

A 6-week intensive research internship for high school students combining weeks 1–3 of training with weeks 4–6 of independent project work under mentorship by college professors and researchers. Students conduct original research in STEM, economics, business, or humanities and produce a final research paper.

6 wk sessionsCommuterLake Forest, CA99 days

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesSTEM, Academic, Career Exploration

SubjectsEngineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Data Science, Bioinformatics, Environmental Science, Physical Sciences, Life Sciences, Game Design, Mathematics, Economics, Finance, Business, Entrepreneurship, Marketing, History, Psychology, Politics

Websitehttps://franklinacademy.us/internship/franklin-research-internship-program/

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George Washington University

George Washington University: Law and Politics College Intensive

An intensive college-level program exploring law, politics, and government through coursework and engagement with Washington, D.C.'s legal and political institutions.

Jun–Jul · 6 wk sessionsCommuterWashington, DC

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, Career Exploration

SubjectsLaw, Politics, Government

Websitehttps://summer.gwu.edu/law-politics

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Washington Workshops Foundation

Washington Workshops

A 6-day residential program in Washington, DC where high school students participate in a Model Congress simulation, meet with Members of Congress and government officials, and visit major sites including the Capitol, White House, and Smithsonian museums.

Jun · 1 wk sessionsResidentialWashington, DCRolling

Entering grades9th, 10th, 11th, 12th

CategoriesAcademic, Leadership, Career Exploration

SubjectsU.S. Government, Politics, Civics, Policy, History

Websitehttps://www.workshops.org/

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