SUSD
SUMMER PROGRAMS
There are thousands of programs available with varying price tags and locations. Most colleges hold summer academic or discovery programs for high school students on their campus. It is suggested that students look for summer programs in which they can earn credit, as those are sure to be taught by faculty. It is up to the student to research if the credit is transferable to the college they attend to earn their degree.
If an opportunity requires nomination, please send your counselor an email with the necessary information. Also, please give teachers at least two weeks to a full month to complete letters of recommendation. Transcripts can be sent through the website; .
Some programs give special consideration to students with financial need and some offer full or partial scholarships based on academics and/or financial need.
These are just a sampling – many selected because they are local/low-cost/free.
This is a fluid document, and many programs have NOT been re-verified for 2019
Program titles are linked to the website (blue).
Make sure to visit the websites for CURRENT information.
Summer Discovery and Discovery Internships
Eligibility: Open to students completing grades 9, 10, 11 & 12.
Dates: varies by school
Cost: varies but $$$$
Providing summer educational programs on selective college campuses across the United States and abroad for more than 50 years. Campus experiences vary and include Johns Hopkin, UCLA, UT-Austin, Penn, UMich, Georgetown and Cambridge. Partial scholarships applications with minimum unweighted GPA 3.6.
Arts and Humanities Programs
Arizona State University School of Art Summer Immersion Experiences
Eligibility: ages 13-18
Dates: 4 or 8 day camps (mon-thurs) various dates beginning June 3 in Tempe
Cost: Camp fees are $300 for the 4-day camps, and $600 for the 8-day camp. Early Bird registration fee is $275 and $550 respectively.
Application deadline: Early Bird registration ends 4 weeks before the start date of each camp
Work with professional artists on a variety of creative projects. 14 different options including Darkroom Photography, Art Makers Sampler, Jewelry Making, Japanese Illustration and Drawing with Lasers.
China Bridge Summer Camp
Eligibility: Current 9th-12th graders
Dates: July 16th-July 31st
Cost: $200 application fee + plane ticket + visa (purchased through ASU)
Application Deadline: March 6th
The Chinese Bridge Summer Camp is hosted each year by the Confucius Institute at Arizona State University. Participants visit Beijing and another province for Chinese language and cultural classes. Students must be U.S. citizens, in good academic standing and have an interest in Chinese language and culture.
FIDM (Fashion Institute of Design& Merchandising)
Eligibility: High School and Parent
Dates: vary by location in CA (LA, SD, SanFran, OC)
Cost: $300
A great way for high school students to stretch their creativity and learn more about business and design careers. Held in June, added a 3-day program just for parents of attendees!
Idyllwild Arts Summer Program (California)
Eligibility: 13-18 years old
Dates: Vary by program
Cost: Varies by program
Application Deadline: Varies by program
The Youth Arts Center of the Idyllwild Arts Summer Program is designed to provide an intensive, practical, hands-on experience. Students may enroll in one course per session on which to base their specialized study. In this supportive and creative environment, students have the opportunity to immerse themselves completely and receive instruction in their chosen outlet: Computer Arts, Dance, Film, Music, Theater, Visual Art, or Writing.
Interlochen Arts Camps
Eligibility: 3rd -12th grade students
Dates: Vary by program
Cost: Vary by program
Application Deadline: Vary by program
Interlochen was founded in 1928 and is located in beautiful northwest lower Michigan. Each year, thousands of artists and arts patrons come to Interlochen to experience world-class educational and cultural opportunities. Students study music, theatre, visual arts, film, creative writing and dance, guided by an outstanding faculty and guest artists, and inspired by the scenic beauty of our campus.
The Marie Walsh Sharpe Art Foundation Summer Seminar
Eligibility: Current juniors
Dates: TBD
Cost: No Cost
Application Deadline: TBD
The Marie Walsh Sharpe Art Foundation Summer Seminar, is a scholarship program (full tuition, room and board and all seminar related expenses, excluding transportation), available nationally to artistically gifted high school juniors in public and private schools. The Summer Seminar, held on the campus of The Colorado College, Colorado Springs, Colorado, is designed as an art institute offering an intensive visual art studio program for the students.
Stanford Youth Orchestra
Eligibility: Current high school student
Dates: July 12th-August 1st
Cost: $5,990
Application Deadline: April 1st
The Stanford Youth Orchestra brings high school students from across the US and around the world for intensive orchestral studies, practice, and performance. Participants will attend a range of interdisciplinary workshops that bring together music, science, technology, and culture. These workshops will be led by faculty from the Department of Music as well as the Center for Computer Research in Music and Acoustics (CCRMA).
Writers Workshop: Eckerd College’s Young Writers in Paradise
Eligibility: rising Juniors and Seniors
Dates: June 12-17
Cost: $600
Application Deadline: May 1, 2016
Students will hone their writing skills by attending lectures, panels and discussions led by Eckerd College creative writing faculty. Focus on humanities. They will also participate in daily critique sessions and activities led by creative writing students. The residential workshop, limited to 30 participants, will take place on the waterfront campus of Eckerd College in St. Petersburg. Participants will stay in college dorm rooms, eat at the campus cafeteria and relax at the Eckerd recreational facilities.
Middlebury College Interactive Languages
Eligbility: 8th to 12th grade
Dates:
U.S.Immersion Academies::June28–July24
Granada, Spain:June26–July22
Beijing,China:June29–July25
Québec City, Canada: June 26 – July 22
Download a complete guide to the Language Academy to learn more! A summer of immersion language learning for middle and high school students in Spanish, French, Chinese, German and Arabic. Register by March 1 for best prices.
Business Programs
ASU W.P. Carey Business Summer Programs:
1. Accounting Career Awareness Program (ACAP)
Eligibility: minority high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors
Dates: June 12-16, 2016
Cost: free
Application Deadline: April 25th
Designed for minority high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors, this program increases their understanding of accounting and business career opportunities.
2. Fleischer Scholars
Eligibility: Rising Seniors
Dates: June 13th-17th or July 11th-15th, 2016
Cost: free
Application Deadline: April 25th
A free summer program for deserving juniors from Arizona high schools, provides a great opportunity for them to experience college life, entrepreneurship, and business.
3. Business Scholars Institute
Dates: June 27- July 1, 2016
Cost: $750
Application Deadline: April 25th
A selective, one-week residential summer program for high-achieving juniors from high schools nationwide, who are interested in pursuing business education and career opportunities. BSI provides exposure to business careers, access to top business faculty, connections to collegiate honors programs, and information on post-graduate education. You will be surrounded by ambitious peers, experience challenging business projects, and begin building a network for your future. You'll learn about the W. P. Carey Leaders Academy, an exclusive community for top business students, and Barrett, the Honors College at ASU.
University of Arizona's Eller College of Management Accounting BCAP
Dates: June1st or experience day/June 3-8th for residential
Cost: Free if receive scholarship
Application Deadline: March 30, 2018
students who are underrepresented in undergraduate accounting classes have an opportunity to explore the accounting field and become involved in the Eller Community. Participants will leave BCAP a successful candidate for the accounting industry. The week long BCAP program will include on-campus housing, transportation, and all meals, free. There are also day-long programs. See your counselor for an application
Rising Tycoons at Grand Canyon University
Eligibility: 13-18 years old
Dates: June 6-10 or June 13-17 or June 20-24
Questions? Contact: olenka@ or (480) 414-4116
Offers hands-on, real-world training in “how to start a business,” preparing a new generation of aspiring values-based Entrepreneurial Leaders.
Indiana Kelly School
Eligibility: Current juniors from historically underrepresented groups
Dates: Women’s Session: June 14-19, Men’s Session: June 21-26
Cost: No Cost
Application Deadline: April 30th
MEET Kelley is a unique pre-college summer program for high-ability students to get introduced to the Kelley School of Business, learn the opportunities available, experience a professional business case competition, and ultimately consider transitioning to Kelley after high school. MEET Kelley is for high school students from historically underrepresented groups, namely students who identify as African-American, Latino/Hispanic, American Indian/Native American, or Pacific Islander.
Wharton School @ U Penn - Pre College Programs
Eligibility: Global Young Leaders Academy is open to 9th thru 12th
5 other business and leadership programs open to rising juniors and seniors
Dates: Vary per program
Cost: Varies per program, scholarships available for financial need
Application: November to February window
Discover Yourself in Accounting Majors and Careers (DYNAMC) at UT - Austin
Eligibility: Current juniors, particularly those from underrepresented groups
Dates: June 21st-26th
Cost: No cost
Application Deadline: April 1st
This all expenses paid program offers high school students from all backgrounds the chance to explore career paths in accounting. DYNAMC is the perfect opportunity to learn new skills, make new connections, and see all the advantages there are to being a part of the nation's #1 accounting program.
McCombs Future Executive Academy (MFEA) at UT – Austin
Eligibility: Current juniors, particularly those from underrepresented groups
Dates: June 7th-12th
Cost: No cost
Application Deadline: April 1st
This program brings high school students together for a week of hands-on workshops and learning opportunities. This all expenses paid program takes place from June 7-12, 2015 on The University of Texas at Austin campus. It's a great way to meet new people, challenge yourself, and gain experience you can use when applying for college.
Engineering Programs
High School Honors Science Program (HSHSP) at Michigan State University
Eligibility: Current juniors
Dates: June 21st-August 8th
Cost: $3,800
Application Deadline: March 15th
The Michigan State University High School Honors Science/Engineering/Mathematics Program (HSHSP) is a seven-week, intensive summer research program designed for motivated students from across the United States who wish to gain more experience conducting research while living on the campus of a major research-intensive university.
RISE (Research Internship in Science and Engineering) at Boston University
Eligibility:
Dates: June 28th-August 7th
Cost: $3,800
Application Deadline: February 9th (Early Decision) or March 16th
With hands-on research opportunities in the fields of astronomy, biology, chemistry, biomedical engineering, electrical and computer engineering, mechanical engineering, medical laboratory research, neuroscience, physics, and psychology, RISE provides an opportunity to explore, in-depth, the many facets of university-level research.
Ultimate Technology Boot Camp at ASU Polytech Campus
Dates: June 5th-17th
Eligibility: 9-12 graders
Cost: Full residential with housing, meals and field trips is $1800
10 day hacking at technology. Learn from award winning faculty and instructors how to create mobile apps, develop games, design & build robot, animation. Team experience
Summer Engineering Experience at Arizona State University- SEE @ ASU
Dates: July 12 - July 25, 2015
Application Deadline:
Cost: $600
Eligibility: Current 11th graders
High school students entering their senior year join other motivated students for an exciting introduction to the engineering profession. You’ll test your creative problem-solving skills with fun, hands-on team projects. It’s a great way to discover how engineers really work, and how you, as an engineer, can take on some of the greatest challenges facing our society and make a world of difference.
University of Arizona Summer Engineering Academy
Eligibility: rising 9th-12th and some for current graduates
Dates: June 9-July 26 (programs & dates vary)
Cost: $695-795
Application Deadline:
The Interdisciplinary programs cut across all majors in the UA College of Engineering to give students a glimpse of the infinite possibilities in engineering. Throughout the week-long programs, students use SolidWorks 3D Cad software to learn the fundamentals of engineering design. They will collaborate with their peers to see who can come up with the best solutions to the design challenge. Winners will see their designs produced in a rapid prototyping lab. online or contact us at engr-sea@email.arizona.edu
Penn Engineering Summer Academy
Eligibility: rising 10th to 12th
Dates: July 3-23
Priority Application Deadline: March 18th
Earn college credit in one of 6 programs: biotechnology, computer graphics, computer science, engineering complex networks, nanotechnology, and robotics. Need based financial aid is available.
DigiPen ProjectFUN
Eligibility: all grade levels
Dates: 2 or 4 weeks, July and August
DigiPen is a top rated educator in computer gaming design located in Redmond, WA. Also offer online courses. They offer programs for elementary, middle, and high school students in fun and engaging topics in video game programming, art and animation, game design, engineering, and music and sound design.
International Baccalaureate
Oxford Study Abroad Summer Programs
Eligibility: 14-18 year old high school students
Dates: June, July
OSC, Oxford Study Courses Ltd., offers inspiring summer programs JUST FOR IB or PRE IB Students at Harvard, MIT, Oxford, Cambridge & Tuscany. EXPLORE IB for pre diploma students , PRE IB for students entering the diploma program in the fall and the MID IB for rising seniors taking their IB Exams at the end of year (graduation).INSPIRING SUMMER PROGRAMS IN HARVARD, MIT, OXFORD, CAMBRIDGE & TUSCANY
Leadership Opportunities
Cesar Chavez Leadership Institute
Eligibility: Current sophomores and juniors
Dates: June 5-11, 2016
Cost: No Cost
Application Deadline: March 2, 2016
The Institute is a high-energy leadership program for Arizona high school sophomores and juniors. While living on the ASU campus, participants will explore higher education, develop leadership skills, and discover the value of community service.
Four Star Leadership with General Tommy Franks at Oklahoma Christian University
Eligibility: Current 16-19 year olds
Dates: July 12th-18th
Cost: No cost
Application Deadline: May 8th
Students are confronted with practical leadership and ethical scenarios and challenged to address them individually in a persuasive speech and writing competition, and collaboratively in an Ethics Bowl format. The program includes team-building exercises, spontaneous problem solving and coaching in persuasive speaking and writing.
Girls’ Leadership Worldwide
Eligibility: Current 16-19 year olds
Dates: July 11th-19th or July 25th-August 2nd
Cost: $2,500
Application Deadline: March16th
Each summer, GLW holds two exciting and transformational nine-day programs for high school girls who desire to make a difference in their own lives, their communities and the world. With Eleanor Roosevelt's life and legacy as a model, girls diverse in culture and geography bring their passion and leadership potential to life. Girls experience interactive workshops, field trips to New York City, the United Nations and other significant sites, while building supportive relationships with inspiring mentors and peers.
Cottey College Summer Leadership Program for Girls
Eligibility: Current Sophomores and Junior Girls
Dates: June 19-24, 2016
Cost: Scholarship available so cost is nominal for the week
Application Deadline: March 1, 2016
Summer Leadership Program for women at Cottey College which is an excellent small women’s college in Missouri. They focus on developing philanthropic, internationally minded women leaders. THERE ARE SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE and the local P.E.O. Women's International Organization in our area is very committed to nurturing DM ladies.
Leadership Society of Arizona ()
Eligibility: 13-18 year olds
Dates: multiple dates & locations for one week programs, check website
Cost: $350; limited scholarships
Application deadline: limited scholarships if apply by March 31, registration closes when full
Leadership education model begun as a joint venture w/ ASU & International Facility Management Association (IFMA). @ 3 Arizona State University campuses. Fun. interactive week-long course that has been developed from over 26 years of a research conducted at ASU. Learn techniques to become more confident, accountable, and increase performance in school, as well as learn how to apply for career and college opportunities.
Naval Academy Summer Seminar
Eligibility: rising seniors (current juniors)
Dates: 3 sessions available in June- by grade level
Cost: $525 (Some scholarships available for tuition and travel on a financial-need basis. Inquire after selection)
Application deadline: April 15, 2019
Students who are interested in pursuing an appointment to one of the nation's service academies and serving the country as an officer, are encouraged to apply. United States Naval Academy Summer Seminar is a fast-paced, six-day experience for high achievers; teaching students about life at the Naval Academy, where academics, athletics, and professional training play equally important roles in developing our nation's leaders.
VITAL VOICES/ ANN POWER Girls Leadership Program
Eligibility: current Sophomores and Juniors
Dates: June 24-27, 2019
Cost: free
Application deadline: March 8, 2019 @ 11:59 EST
GREAT leadership program available this summer for high school girls who are currently in 10th and 11th grade. ANNPOWER’s Vital Voices will provide 50 fellowships to selected girls to attend their 2016 Leadership Forum for 4 days this June. Ann Taylor Clothing and Vital Voices have partnered to empower young women from across the U.S. to affect global progress, invest in their communities, and begin their journeys as the next generation of leaders. This is a very cool program and one that ladies should consider.
Math Programs
AwesomeMath
Eligibility: Current 6th-11th graders
Dates: U. of Texas at Dallas (6/7-24), Cornell (6/28 – 7/17), UC Berkeley (7/21 – 8/9)
Application Deadline: April 4th
Cost: $3,975 at University of Texas at Dallas site, $4,475 at Cornell/UC Berkeley sites
An intensive summer camp for mathematically gifted students from around the globe held at three different locations. These talented students wish to hone their problem solving skills in particular and further their mathematics education in general. Many of our participants seek to improve their performance on contests such as AMC10/12, AIME, or USAMO.
Canada/USA Mathcamp at University of Puget Sound (Tacoma, WA)
Eligibility: Opens February 15th
Dates: July 5th-August 9th, 2015
Cost: $4,000 (free to families with annual income below $60,000)
Application Deadlines: TBD
Canada/USA Mathcamp is an intensive 5-week-long summer program for mathematically talented high school students, designed to expose these students to the beauty of advanced mathematical ideas and to new ways of thinking. At Mathcamp, students can explore undergraduate and even graduate-level topics while building problem-solving skills that will help them in any field they choose to study.
Hampshire College Summer Studies in Mathematics (HCSSiM)
Eligibility: Current high school student
Dates: July 5th-August 15th
Cost: $3,417
Application Deadlines: Rolling
HCSSiM is a six-week summer program for mathematically talented high school students that is both demanding and expanding. Participants are expected to spend a major portion of each day actively engaged in learning, doing, and sharing mathematics. Participants have unparalleled access to faculty members in formal and informal settings.
MathILy at Bryn Mawr College
Eligibility: Current sophomores and juniors
Dates: July 5th-August 8th
Cost: $4,600
Application Deadlines: April 27th
At MathILy, every student is excited to learn mathematics. The instructors are passionate and inspiring, and teach at MathILy because they love to share mathematics with talented high-school students. It's certain that you'll be challenged mathematically---if you can show mastery of a topic the class is discussing, the instructors will write harder problems especially for you.
Program in Mathematics for Young Scientists (PROMYS) at Boston University
Eligibility: Current sophomores and juniors
Dates: June 28th-August 8th
Cost: $3,600
Application Deadline: April 1st
PROMYS at Boston University is designed to encourage strongly motivated high school students to explore in depth the creative world of mathematics in a supportive community of peers, counselors, research mathematicians, and visiting scientists. Professor Glenn Stevens, the Director of PROMYS, founded the program in 1989 together with other members of the current faculty.
The Ross Program at the Ohio State University
Eligibility: Current sophomores and juniors
Dates: June 4th-July 14th
Cost: $6,250
Application Deadlines: March 4th
The Ross Program at the Ohio State University is an intensive summer experience designed to encourage motivated pre-college students to explore mathematics. During those six weeks, students are immersed in a world of mathematical discovery.
Summer Academy for Mathematics and Science (SAMS) at Carnegie Mellon
Dates: June 27th-August 8th
Eligibility: Current juniors from underrepresented backgrounds
Cost: No cost
Application Deadline: April 1st
Consider spending six weeks in our rigorous summer program focusing on technical areas of study. You'll build academic and personal skills required for admission to competitive colleges and universities and take part in fun and exciting summer activities. 6-weeks studying one of the areas: Mathematics, Science, Architecture, Art, Design, Musical Theater/Acting, and Music (cover your own transportation).
Stanford University Mathematics Camp (SUMaC)
Eligibility: Current sophomores and juniors
Dates: July 12th-August 8th
Cost: $6,250
Application Deadlines: March 4th
SUMaC emphasizes challenging curriculum and strong community, and allows students to feed their mathematical appetite and make life-long friends. SUMaC is funded, in part, by a grant from the American Mathematical Society Epsilon Fund and also receives financial support from the Stanford Department of Mathematics.
Medical Programs and Volunteerism Opportunities
ASU Summer Health Institute
Eligibility: Rising Seniors
Dates: July 10-16, 2016 @ ASU Downtown campus
Cost: zero
Application: due April 1, 2016
Interested in becoming a physician, dentist, physical therapist, optometrist, physician assistant, nurse, oocupational therapist, or a healthcare provider? opportunity to live on the ASU Downtown campus for a week while experiencing a variety of inter professional health related activities including 3 hours of daily simulation at the University of Arizona College of Medicine-Phoenix campus (suturing, IV’s, intubation, scrubbing, etc), interactions with members of the health care team, and tours of health care facilities located within the health corridor of Arizona.
Banner Medical Center
Eligibility: 15 years of age or older
Dates: Minimum of six months of service and four hours per week
Application Deadline: Rolling
Volunteers provide comfort and caring, and assist our hospital staff in providing a positive experience for patients. Opportunities are available in both clinical and non-clinical settings, with a commitment of at least six months of service and four hours per week.
Midwestern University Institute for Health Careers
Eligibility: current junior or senior
Dates: July 7-16, 2016
Deadline: May 1, 2016
The Health Careers Institute for high school students is a free hands-on opportunity for high school students to explore a variety of health professions. Interactive workshops: Anatomy lab, dental simulation lab, osteopathic medicine, surgery, PT & OT, Optometry, Pharmacy, Veterinary and more.
St. Joseph’s Hospital aka Dignity Health
Eligibility: open to students between the ages of 14 and 18 years old, as of May 1, 2016
Dates: June 6 – July 15
Deadline: March 25, 2016
6 week volunteer programs for students looking for a rewarding experience that includes helping others, making new friends and learning about health care career opportunities.
Summer Scrubs: The Health Care Team, University of Arizona College of Medicine
Eligibility: Current 9th and 10th graders
Dates: June 8 – 12, 9am-4pm at University of Arizona College of Medicine, Phoenix
Cost: $250
Application Deadline: March 11th
This session is ideal for 9th and 10th grade students who already know they want to do something in health care, but are not sure what that something looks like. Explore many health care occupations by learning from medical doctors, physician assistants, nurses and others that make-up the health care team.
Summer Scrubs: Explore Medical School, University of Arizona College of Medicine
Eligibility: Current juniors
Dates: June 15th-19th, 9am-4pm at University of Arizona College of Medicine, Phoenix
Cost: $250
Application Deadline: March 11th
This session is ideal for 11th grade students who are interested in experiencing a week in the life of a medical student. Explore the many physician specialties by learning from various medical doctors.
Mayo Clinic Young Volunteers Program
Eligibility: Current 16-19 year olds
Dates: 8 weeks, June to August
Application Deadline: Required info sessions in January, Apply by March. See website for details
Volunteers serve at both the Mayo Clinic Building (Scottsdale) and Mayo Clinic Hospital (Phoenix). Every effort is made to place each volunteer in a service area that best matches his or her particular skill set, interests and schedule.
Phoenix Children's Hospital
Eligibility: 13 years of age or older
Dates: June 8th-July 17th
Application Deadline: there is one, must visit website to verify
The Volunteer Services Department will be offering a Summer Only volunteer opportunity for students, ages 13 – College Senior. The goal of this program is to introduce students to volunteerism and provide service to the patients and families at Phoenix Children’s Hospital. Phoenix Children's Hospital asks for a commitment of 100 hours of service.
Honor Health Care Volunteer
Eligibiity: 16, 17 year olds
Dates: during the year
Cost: No Cost
Scottsdale Healthcare Department of Volunteer Services offers volunteer opportunities.
HonorHealth Summer Teen Volunteer Program
SUMMER Commitment for 8 weeks
This is a competitive 8-week summer volunteer program and requires a completed application and successful interview in order to be accepted into the program. Additional application details will be sent to each individual after the initial application is received. HonorHealth Scottsdale Teen Career Exploration Summer Program is designed to provide an overview of the hospital environment and offers opportunities for our high school students to learn about professions in the health care. Each teen accepted into the program will be required to become a HonorHealth Scottsdale Osborn, Shea or Thompson Peak Medical Center volunteer and will be trained to work in an assigned hospital department. Weekly opportunities to meet and learn from a health care professionals are also included.
Camp Innovation Biomed for Teens @ Barrow Neurological Institute
Eligibility: Ages 14-17
Dates: July 18-22, 2016
Cost:$295/$245 for AZ Science Center Members
Application Deadline: June 4th but need a teacher letter of rec
Competitive application process. For students interested in delving deeper into how to make genetically engineered drugs while discussing the latest in neurological research and medical advances with scientists and neurosurgeons. Lab, research and mathematical formulations experience.
Science & Research Programs
USC/Chevron Frontiers of Energy Resources Summer Camp
Eligibility: Enthusiastic and academically OUTSTANDING Juniors interested in a future in the energy industry. Also Science and Math teachers.
COST: Free (except transportation to USC) if accepted, application required
Dates: July 10-15, 2016
On the USC Campus. A preparatory, interactive training program focusing on various energy resources including fossil fuels, solar, biofuels, nuclear energy and information technologies for energy efficient operations. This unique program is designed for exceptional students and applications are required. Highly selective.
Brain Camp at Muhlenberg College
Eligibility: Current 9th-12th graders
Dates: June 28th-August 7th
Cost: No cost
Application Deadline: February 9th (Early Decision) or March 16th
Brain Camp is a free, highly selective, one-week residential summer experience for high school students interested in neuroscience research. Students live on campus at Muhlenberg College; attend hands-on workshops that explore brain anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, and consciousness, and pioneer collaborative research projects with neuroscience faculty.
*Clark Scholar Progam at Texas Tech
Eligibility: Current high school juniors and seniors
Dates: June 22nd-August 6th
Application Deadline: February 9th
Paid Experience: $750 Stipend + Room and Board
The Clark Scholar Program is an intensive seven week summer research program for highly qualified high school juniors and seniors. The program allows students the opportunity to work hand-in-hand with outstanding faculty in a research intensive setting. The seven-week program also includes weekly seminars, discussions, and field trips.
Garcia Summer Scholars at Stony Brook University
Eligibility: 16 years of age or older
Dates: Variable
Cost: $1,600
Application Deadline: February 20th
The Research Scholar Program for High School Students offers the opportunity for high school teachers and students to perform research on the forefronts of polymer science and technology together with GARCIA faculty and staff. In addition to entering national competitions, the students are encouraged to publish in refereed scientific journals and to present their results at national conferences.
*Helios Scholars at T-Gen
Eligibility: Current 16-19 year olds
Dates: June 1st-July 24th (40 hours/week)
Paid Experience: Hourly stipend
Application Deadline: February 13th
Helios Scholars at TGen is a paid, eight-week summer internship program in biomedical research. Interns work full-time on a research project under the mentorship of a TGen scientist to unravel the genetic components of diabetes, neurological disease and cancer. At TGen North in Flagstaff, interns focus their summer research on public health and pathogens such as Valley Fever and antibiotic resistant bacteria.
High School Honors Science Program (HSHSP) at Michigan State University
Eligibility: Current juniors
Dates: June 21st-August 8th
Cost: $3,800
Application Deadline: March 15th
The Michigan State University High School Honors Science/Engineering/Mathematics Program (HSHSP) is a seven-week, intensive summer research program designed for motivated students from across the United States who wish to gain more experience conducting research while living on the campus of a major research-intensive university.
International Summer School for Young Physicists (ISSYP)
Eligibility: 16-18 year olds
Dates: July 12-25th
Cost: $500
Application Deadline: March 30th
The ISSYP is an exciting and challenging two-week program for international high school students who have a keen interest in theoretical physics and intend to pursue physics studies at the university level.
National Institute of Health STEP-UP Program
Eligibility: Current 16-19 year olds
Dates: TBD
Application Deadline: February 15th
Paid Experience: Students earn stipend
The High School STEP-UP provides hands-on summer research experience for underrepresented high school students (women, minority ethnic groups, first generation college students, and the socioeconomically disadvantaged) interested in exploring research careers in the biomedical, behavioral, clinical and social sciences. The program provides exposure to the areas of diabetes, endocrinology and metabolic diseases; digestive diseases and nutrition; kidney, urologic and hematologic diseases.
Naval Academy Summer STEM
Eligibility: rising 9th,10th and 11th graders,
Dates: 3 sessions available in June
Cost: $550 (Some scholarships available for tuition and travel on a financial-need basis. Inquire after selection)
Application deadline: April 15, 2019
Spark interest in the many academic disciplines which make up science, technology, engineering and mathematics. A hands-on, design-based program, that will challenge students to think scientifically, problem-solve creatively, and work cooperatively in teams. Led by USNA faculty and current midshipmen, a great fit for students
National Space Club & Foundation Scholars
Eligibility: 16 yrs old by start of program and have completed sophomore year
Dates: 6 weeks - Late June to Early August
Cost: NSCF provides a stipend of $2,100 to help defray transportation and meal expenses
Application deadline: April 1, 2019
A summer intern program, with space scientists and engineers, sponsored by NASA Goddard Space Flight Center, Greenbelt, MD and NASA Wallops Flight Facility, Wallops Island, VA in cooperation with the National Space Club and Foundation. Provides students with an opportunity to experience how research and development organizations operate on a day-to-day basis in direct support of NASA's mission to inspire the next generation of explorers
RISE (Research Internship in Science and Engineering) at Boston University
Eligibility: juniors (rising seniors)
Dates: June 28th-August 7th
Cost: $3,800
Application Deadline: February 9th (Early Decision) or March 16th
With hands-on research opportunities in the fields of astronomy, biology, chemistry, biomedical engineering, electrical and computer engineering, mechanical engineering, medical laboratory research, neuroscience, physics, and psychology, RISE provides an opportunity to explore, in-depth, the many facets of university-level research.
Secondary Student Training Program (SSTP) at the University of Iowa
Dates: June 21st-July 24th
Eligibility: Current 10th-11th graders
Cost: $4995
Application Deadline: February 27th
This program is designed specifically for high school juniors and seniors who are ready for university-level work at a major research institution. Participants conduct scientific research under the guidance of a faculty mentor. Students spend approximately 40 hours a week working in labs on The University of Iowa campus.
Stanford Institutes of Medicine Summer Research Program (SIMR)
Dates: June 15th-August 6th
Eligibility: Current 11th and 12th graders
Application Deadline: February 21st
Paid Experience: $35 application fee, $500 minimum stipend upon selection
SIMR is an 8-week summer internship program open to high school juniors and seniors. The program consists of hands-on research under the direct guidance of a one-on-one mentor at a top class lab within the Institutes of Medicine at Stanford University as well as select departments. Students can choose from eight areas of research.
STEAM Summer Camp at Paradise Valley Community College
Dates June 5th -8th and June 12th – 15th, 2017 (Mon – Thurs)
Eligibility: Sophmores and Juniors
Application deadline: March 1, 2017 but space is limited so apply early
Cost: see website
Hands-on Activities include: Studying Cancerous Cells, Learning about and applying IT
Security; Artistic principles and artistic concepts; Creative thinking and problem solving; Learning about and using a 3DPrinter; Learning about cutting-edge
proton beam therapy for cancer; Field Trip to Mayo Clinic Proton Beam Therapy Facility
Zoo Teen
Eligibility: 14-17 year olds
Dates: September-May
Cost: No cost
Application Deadline: Applications accepted during March, April, and May
ZooTeens are a group of 14 – 17 year olds interested in animals, nature and conservation who volunteer their time to the Phoenix Zoo. ZooTeens share their interests with our Zoo Guests at a variety of interpretive stations throughout the Zoo, provide mentoring and educational opportunities to Camp Zoo participants, and are eligible to work with and learn from our world-class animal keepers.
In-State Programs at Arizona State University
LINK FOR ALL:
Barrett Summer Scholars
Eligibility: Current 7th-9th graders
Dates: Vary by grade
Cost: $600-$1,200 ??
Application Deadlines: March 4, 2016
The Barrett Summer Scholars (BSS) program provides students with the opportunity to experience college firsthand. Participants are enrolled in a variety of challenging courses on topics not typically presented at their grade level.
Cesar Chavez Leadership Institute
Eligibility: Current sophomores and juniors
Dates: June 5th – 11th
Cost: No Cost
Application Deadline: March 2, 2016
The Institute is a high-energy leadership program for Arizona high school sophomores and juniors. While living on the ASU campus, participants will explore higher education, develop leadership skills, and discover the value of community service.
Fulton Engineering Camps at ASU
Become technically savvy, prepare for studies in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM)-related fields and pursue careers in engineering
Each program varies, no cost/low cost.
Current year information available in February
1. Adventures in Computing
2. The Art of Invention: Design Thinking and Creative Problem Solving
3. App Camp
4. Game Camp
5. Robitic Camp – 9th&Up
6. Innovation: Introduction to Making and Tinkering
7. SEE@ASU
8. Summer Transportation Institute
9. Ultimate Technology Boot Camp ($1700 per student @ ASU Polytech Campus Mesa)
Joaquin Buston Math-Science Honors Program
Eligibility: Current 10th - 12th Graders
Dates: 2 sessions: 5/30 to 7/22 and 6/12 to 7/22
Cost: Free
Application Deadline: (postmarked) February 26th, 2016
The Joaquin Bustoz Math-Science Honors Program is an intense academic program that provides a successful university experience and UNIVERSITY CREDIT for students who are underrepresented in the mathematics and science fields and to enhance their future academic success.
W.P Carey School of Business
Each program varies, no cost/low cost. See comparison chart at site
1st Early Decision Deadline is 2/15/17 – deadline is 4/30/17
Accounting Awareness Program (Scroll up to business camps in this document)
Business Scholars Institute
Fleischer Scholars Program
Media Innovation at Cronkite School
Dates: June 18-30
Apply by March 24, 2017
Eligibility: 9th thru 12th
AZ REPUBLIC 2/28.17 article The camp will offer future journalists, game developers and other creative high-school students the chance to work with entrepreneurs, technologists, journalists and professors to create new ways of storytelling in the ever-changing media world. Participants will live on the Arizona State University downtown Phoenix campus and will get to experiment with 360-degree and virtual-reality technology, news games and news apps.
CANCELLED FOR 2017 University of Arizona Summer Honors Academy
Eligibility: high ability/high achieving students who have completed junior or senior year of high school
Cost: $3819 (estimated)
Dates: June 12– July 8, 2016.
Deadline to apply: April 30
Participating students will earn 6 units of UA Honors course credit. Interdisciplinary courses will include work in the humanities, arts, social sciences, and science. Students will also have the opportunity to live in a residence hall, participate in off-campus classes and field trips, and have structured study time
Northern Arizona University
Link to their Summer programs here, Listing of the universities various programs for Freshman through graduating seniors.
Programs at University of Arizona
Biosphere 2 Summer Programs
Eligibility: 7th-9th grader
Dates: 7th-9th grade: July 12-18, 2015, 9th-12th grade: July 19-25, 2015
Cost: $1,699
Application Deadline: Rolling
Student participants will learn and practice science 'under-the-glass', doing hands-on research projects in the Biosphere 2 biomes: tropical rainforest, savanna, ocean, mangrove marsh, and coastal fog desert. Participants will apply scientific skills to conduct experiments and collect data while working side-by-side with Biosphere 2 researchers. The week will culminate with presentations of research findings. All instruction and activities are conducted in English.
University of Arizona's Eller College of Management Accounting BCAP
Dates: June 2nd for experience day/June 4-9th for residential
Cost: Free if receive scholarship
Application Deadline: March 31, 2017
students who are underrepresented in undergraduate accounting classes with an opportunity to explore the accounting field and become involved in the Eller Community. Participants will leave BCAP a successful candidate for the accounting industry. The week long BCAP program will include on-campus housing, transportation, and all meals.
Summer Scrubs: The Health Care Team, University of Arizona College of Medicine
Eligibility: Current 9th and 10th graders
Dates: June 8 – 12, 9am-4pm at University of Arizona College of Medicine, Phoenix
Cost: $250
Application Deadline: March 11th
This session is ideal for 9th and 10th grade students who already know they want to do something in health care, but are not sure what that something looks like. Explore many health care occupations by learning from medical doctors, physician assistants, nurses and others that make-up the health care team.
Summer Scrubs: Explore Medical School, University of Arizona College of Medicine
Eligibility: Current juniors
Dates: June 15th-19th, 9am-4pm at University of Arizona College of Medicine, Phoenix
Cost: $250
Application Deadline: March 11th
This session is ideal for 11th grade students who are interested in experiencing a week in the life of a medical student. Explore the many physician specialties by learning from various medical doctors.
Summer Engineering Academy
Eligibility: Current 9th-12th
Dates: June 7th-26th (program dates vary)
Cost: $600-$700
Application Deadline: May 8th
The Interdisciplinary programs cut across all majors in the UA College of Engineering to give students a glimpse of the infinite possibilities in engineering. Throughout the week-long programs, students use SolidWorks 3D Cad software to learn the fundamentals of engineering design. They will collaborate with their peers to see who can come up with the best solutions to the design challenge. Winners will see their designs produced in a rapid prototyping lab.
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