Summer Programs for High School Students
Four Star Summer Camps
SAVE 15% for a limited time by calling and mentioning Teen Ink. Held at the University of
Virginia! Academic programs designed for 7th - 12th graders. Both 1 week writing focused
camps and 2-week camps offering writing (Essay, Creative, Journalism), SAT Prep, Math and
much more!
8 Keys SuperCamp
We help you get ready for the world with learning and life skills that get you motivated to
make things happen. Fun 7- and 10-day summer programs held on college campuses.
A+ Summer Program
Held at Stanford University, A+ Summer is designed for motivated middle school and high
school students. Our stimulating curriculum builds students' proficiency in critical thinking,
logic and writing skills that are essential for success in high school and college.
Actor's Workshop
Held at Stanford University, this studio acting program is designed for entering 9th-12th
graders. Students here immerse themselves in scene work and exercises under the instruction
of a top-notch faculty while seeing productions throughout the Bay Area.
ACTeen Film Acting Academy
Audition for NYC's 1st and most recommended teen film and theater acting conservatory.
Professional working staff and graduates (currently starring in nine TV series) attest to quality
training.
AIDemocracy Global Scholar
An intensive academic enrichment program offering rising juniors and seniors college-level
coursework in international affairs and leadership training in Washington DC.
Alfred U. Summer Writing Institute
This dynamic program will expand your identity as a writer through intensive workshop
experiences.
Alfred University Theater Institute
The AU Theater Institute, created for talented high school students, offers a unique blend of
in-depth training, dynamic, engaging faculty, terrific facilities and lovely surroundings.
American Academy of Dramatic Arts
AADA alumni have been nominated for 95 Oscars, 236 Emmys and 83 Tonys. 6-Week
Intensive Programs. New York. Los Angeles.
Actors Movement Studio: Summer Theater Institute
Our unique actor training offers techniques to develop the actor's Voice, Presence, and
Imagination. Work with some of the world's most respected teachers and Guest Artists. 5 wks
in NYC, begins June 1.
ArtsAbroad Summer Programs
Music, Acting, Visual Arts and Dance camp and travel programs in Europe and the Caribbean.
Open to students age 15-19. Prepare for college, see the world, and improve your art!
Art & Architecture: Summer At Penn
Four week program at UPenn. Choose courses in animation, drawing, filmmaking,
photography, sculpture, graphic design, printmaking, product design, and more. Students can
alternatively follow a full day architecture program.
Art Institute of Boston The Young Artist Residency Program
The Young Artist Residency Program (YAR) at The Art Institute of Boston (AIB) at Lesley
University offers a full schedule of courses and activities for college credit. Experience Boston
and college life.
Arts and Performing Arts Camp at Long Lake
An oasis for Performing and Fine Arts. YOU design your perfect summer in Fine Arts, Music,
Theater, Rock Bands, Dance, Circus, Magic and fun water fun and land sports.
Atlantic Center for the Arts
Atlantic Center for the Arts' your word: Teen Creative Writing Residency offers writers
workshops and mentorship by distinguished authors in poetry, fiction, and creative
nonfiction/memoir.
Bard College at Simon's Rock Young Writers Workshop
Since 1983 the Young Writers Workshop has offered students the opportunity to explore new
directions in their writing in a supportive, collaborative environment. Daily informal writing
activities lead to more polished pieces, including personal narratives, short stories, poems,
and exploratory essays.
Barnard Pre-College Program
Experience college life and prep while exploring New York City with high school young men
and women from across the country and around the world!
Beloit Summer Language
If you are serious about learning a language, come to one of the nation's finest language
programs, the Center for Language Studies (CLS) at beautiful Beloit College in Wisconsin.
BIMA -The Berkshire Institute for Music and Arts
BIMA engages Jewish teens in an intensive summer arts program at Williams College to
advance their skills in music (choral/jazz/chamber ensembles), creative writing, or painting.
BOLD EARTH ADVENTURES
Adventure teen travel camps since 1976. BOLD EARTH's focus is culture, language, leadership
and service leading to a lifetime of exploration and friendship. USA, Asia, Africa, Europe, South
America.
Boston Architectural Center
A summer program for high school students entering grades 10-12 who want to explore
architecture and interior design
Broken Bridge
Immerse yourself in your art for ten days on Pomfret School's beautiful, 500 acre, New
England campus. Choose from five workshops: poetry, fiction, drawing, acting, and 3D
assemblage. Make it happen.
Bryn Mawr: Writing for College
The Writing for College program is for academically talented young women ages 16 through
18.
Buck's Rock Performing and Creative Arts Camp
Campers (ages 9-16) freely explore the performing and creative arts in a supportive, noncompetitive environment with professional artists and instructors.
California College of the Arts Pre-College Program
Explore art, design, architecture, creative writing and more in an art-school setting for four
weeks while earning college credit and experiencing college life.
Carnegie Mellon PreCollege
Internationally recognized for our programs in computer science, fine arts, engineering,
business and the humanities. You'll find a dynamic, intense student body working very hard -and playing hard, too!
Catholic University Summer
As a CUA Summer College student, become immersed in college life and get a head start on
your college career before you finish high school!
Center for Creative Youth
Study at a 5-week intensive program at Wesleyan University. Each class will enhance your
problem-solving skills in music, theater, creative writing, dance, filmmaking, and visual arts.
University of Chicago Summer
This college-preparatory program engages you in the most rigorous and rewarding study of
your life.
Chop Point Summer
Great counselors, fabulous friends, adventure trips, canoeing, hiking and more. For teenagers
ages 12-18
Churchill Academy - Westminster
Take this opportunity to really experience college life and enhance your leadership skills.
College Admission Prep Camps
Held at UC Berkeley, UCLA, and Tufts, Education Unlimited offers multiple versions of this precollege program that covers SAT Prep, Personal Statement Writing and College Counseling for
students entering grades 11-12. Day Camp, 11-day and 18-day sessions available.
College of Saint Rose Summer Academy
Our exciting Summer Academy for kids in grades 6-10 provides parents and students many
different programs to choose from that are flexible and convenient.
ColoradoCollege Summer
Colorado College Pre-College Program - Earn college credit, and find out if Colorado College
and the Block Plan are right for you.
Community Service Worldwide: VISIONS Service Adventures
Since 1989, VISIONS has set the standard for community service programs for teens. Build
schools and homes, help children and elders. Live with other teens in a neighborhood of our
host community; be more than a tourist.
Computer Camp
Held at Stanford and UC Berkeley, our Computer Camp students' creativity and technology
skills will definitely be challenged! Students entering grades 4-12 may choose a focus of Web
Design or Java Programming.
Cornell University Summer College
The best summer of my life! Join other talented high school students this summer taking
college-credit courses with Cornell faculty and exploring college and career options.
Cow House Studios
Make art in Ireland this summer, studying painting, drawing & photography. Live on our family
farm, work in a beautiful studio, and travel the county from Dublin to the West. This three
week course is ideal for those building a portfolio for AP art and college applications.
Cranbrook Summer Art Institute
We offer 3-week summer classes to teenagers serious about art. All abilities welcome! Classes
include video, photography, architecture, sculpture and zine-making
Creative Writing Institute
Held at UC Berkeley and Stanford, this two-week creative writing program is designed for
entering 10th-12th graders to support their imaginative writing across literary genres.
Students choose a focus of Poetry, Fiction, or Non-fiction.
Crow Canyon Archeological Center
Touch the Past. Archaeology Learning Adventures for teens offers a chance to experience
archaeology firsthand. Have fun, make new friends, and gain experience in excavation and
analysis.
Cushing Academy
A unique boarding school experience for students from across the U.S. and the world,
combining challenging academics with great athletics, performing and visual arts, and
excursions across New England.
Cybercamps!
A computer camp for teens, 14-18. Create video games, modify existing ones and compete in
tournaments! Hands-on technology courses in Game Design, Flash MX, Robotic at universities
nationwide.
Deer Hill Expeditions
Engaging young people in Wilderness Expeditions, Service and Native Cultures since 1984.
Outstanding adventures and service projects in the American southwest and Costa Rica.
Duke University Youth Programs
Summer enrichment programs for students, grades 6-12. Fine arts, drama, science, creative
writing, and college selection/admissions. Study with professionals, published writers, and
artists.
Earlham Explore-A-College
A college-level summer program for high-schoolers. Take a class from an Earlham professor
and earn 2 college credits. Classes in Sciences, Languages, Humanities, Art and Outdoor
Education
East Coast College Tour
The tour allows entering 10th-12th grade students to visit and experience life at several
prominent East Coast colleges. Visiting two colleges each day, students take campus tours,
meet with admission representatives, and receive materials to evaluate each school.
Emerson College Summer Programs
Pre-college summer programs in acting, musical theatre, stage design, fiction & magazine
writing, film, television production, and computer animation; journalism institute; political
communication-social advocacy-leadership institute
Emory Pre-College Program
The Emory Pre-College Program gives college-bound high school students an exciting glimpse
of academic and residential life at a top-ranked national university.
Ensemble Theatre Community School
At ETC extraordinary people make exceptional theatre. Students study acting in classes,
rehearsals and performances. ETC emphasizes collaboration. Our small size and professional
faculty ensure individualized training. Beginners and experienced students are encouraged to
apply.
Exploration Summer Program
On the campuses of Yale University, Wellesley College and St. Mark's School, you'll make
friends from around the world, discover new interests and abilities, and have fun at every
turn. Exploration features more courses, activities, and trips than any other summer program!
Focus at UC Berkeley
Held in conjunction with UC Berkeley, Summer Focus allows entering 11th-12th grade
students to earn college credit while still in high school! This six-week pre-college program
gives you an excellent idea of what college life will be like!
Georgetown Summer
Build academic confidence, self-awareness, and community spirit in the nation's capital.
Global Scholar Summer in International Affairs
Ahead of the Curve is a new two-week seminar on globalization at Michigan State University.
The seminar is designed for talented high school students who have an interest in
international affairs
Great Books Summer Program
Great Books Summer Program is a lively, warm and welcoming community of outstanding
young people, grades 6th-12th, who love literature and ideas.
Great Summers
Experience the summer of a lifetime! Free info. and expert guidance on 800+ outstanding
programs for high schoolers, from pre-college, academic, teen tour, and language, to
community service and travel.
George Washington Univ. Pre-College Program
Discover GW and DC! Two residential programs enable you to explore your academic interests
and college life: a 6-week for-credit program for 11th graders or 10-day mini courses for
grades 9-11.
Harvard Summer School
Motivated high school students find the Harvard Summer School a challenging, rewarding, and
exciting Ivy League college experience.
Design at Harvard
Our summer Career Discovery program helps you decide if a career in design is right for you
and prepares you for admission to a professional degree program.
Hotchkiss Summer Portals
We accept 8-10th graders in Fall 2007 who have a strong interest in chamber music or
environmental science. Hands-on instruction from well-known faculty, scholars and artists.
Substantial financial aid is available.
iD Gaming Academy
Teens immerse in the dynamic world of video game development - Program for the Xbox,
Model 3D w/Maya, Level Design w/the Unreal Development Kit. 2-week, overnight summer
programs held at Stanford, Harvard, Emory, Villanova, Lake Forest and SMU. Accredited
Continuing Education Units available. Save with code WD65.
iD Programming Academy
Teens code for the real world and engage in intensive computer programming courses - App
Development for iPhone/iPad/Android, C++/Robotics Engineering and Java Programming for
the AP Exam. 2-week, overnight summer programs held at Stanford, MIT, American and UW.
Accredited Continuing Education Units available. Save with code WD65.
iD Tech Camps
Fun and challenging summer tech program where students create video games, iPhone apps,
C++/Java programs, websites, movies, graphic designs and more. Weeklong, day and
overnight options at 60 prestigious universities nationwide. Accredited Continuing Education
Units available. Save with code WD65.
iD Visual Arts Academy
Teens immerse in this 2-week summer program where they foster their creativity and leave
with a professional portfolio and the tools needed to excel in film production and professional
photography. Accredited Continuing Education Units also available. Save with code WD65.
Idyllwild Arts
The Idyllwild Arts Summer Program has offered students of all ages an exciting array of
performing and visual arts courses since 1950.
Interlochen Center for the Arts
Study creative writing, music, theatre arts, visual arts and dance at a summer arts camp for
students ages 8-18 or an arts academy for 435 high school students.
Iowa Young Writers Studio
Join us this summer to share your work, practice craft, and improve your writing. Find out how
much your writing can improve after just 2 intensive weeks!
The Jewish Museum: SummerArts
The Jewish Museum has an annual studio arts program for high schoolers, where you'll learn
new approaches to painting, sculpture, videography & ceremonial arts while exploring NYC!
Johns-Hopkins Pre-College
Anxious to see a university and sample courses and campus life? This program lets you begin
your college journey early.
JSA Summer School
Held at Georgetown, Stanford and Princeton, the JSA Summer School provides an advanced
college curriculum, dynamic skills based leadership activities, and interactive sessions with
prominent politicians and other opinion leaders.
The Juniper Institute for Young Writers at UMass
The Juniper Institute for Young Writers offers intensive fiction and poetry workshops and
exposure to world-renowned authors. Write new work, revise work-in-progress, and gain
insight into the creative process. Writers finishing 10th, 11th, or 12th grade are invited to
apply.
Writing and Thinking Workshop at Lake Forest College
Join our supportive and dynamic community of writers and thinkers on the beautiful campus of
Chicago's national liberal arts college.
Landmark Volunteers
If you are entering 10th, 11th or 12th grade and are looking for an opportunity to expand your
world through community service, you might qualify as a Landmark Volunteer.
Maine Media Workshops
Teens from around the world come to the Workshops each summer for intensive hands-on
programs taught by working artists using state-of-the-art equipment. These unique programs
combine an exploration of filmmaking, photography or multimedia with a true summer Maine
experience.
Marymount's 2011 Institutes
Rising high school seniors: Marymount's 2011 Institutes offer you the opportunity to complete
a college course while experiencing the excitement of the nation's capital!
Massachusetts College of Art and Design
Study art in the unique atmosphere of a college for the visual arts. On-campus housing is
available.
Michigan Engineering
Learn java, c++, flash, web development, pocket pc, game programming, digital filmmaking,
virtual reality, system administration...
Montserrat College of Art
Visual arts pre-college program for credit for high school juniors and seniors. On Boston's
beautiful North Shore.
Management & Technology Summer Institute
High School Summer Program offers Introduction to Business & Engineering, Lab Experience,
and Team Project Opportunities. Also, enjoy campus life and social activities.
Northwestern University College Prep Program
Experience college life, pursue new academic challenges and earn college credit. Take a oneweek seminar or choose from a variety of three- to eight-week courses.
NYU Precollege Summer Program
Make the most of your summer vacation with NYU's six-week Precollege program for high
school juniors and seniors. Earn college credits, explore New York City, and experience
academic and student life at NYU. Scholarships are available.
Ocean Studies/Acadia
AIO Ocean Studies introduces you to marine science through a unique combination of
biological, physical and chemical oceanography with field, offshore, and lab work.
Oxbow Summer Art Camp
NO LANYARDS MADE HERE! You get professional-level instruction, field trips, state-of-the-art
indoor-outdoor studios, and lots of art, gourmet food and FUN! No applications, portfolios or
previous art training needed. Ages 14-16.
Parsons Summer Programs
This summer, students from around the world will come to Parsons The New School for Design
in New York and Paris to learn more about design and themselves through intensive precollege courses.
Phillips Academy Summer Session, Andover
Phillips Academy Summer Session is a summer academic enrichment program for high school
students, offering 60-plus courses in a diverse, rigorous, challenging and supportive
environment.
Phillips Exeter Academy Summer School
The Summer School at Phillips Exeter Academy seeks bright, highly motivated students to
participate in five weeks of academic exploration and discovery.
Portsmouth Abbey
Students learn in a friendly and structured style of life and strengthen their academic position
while also taking enrichment courses.
Pratt Summer
Study the fine arts, architecture, creative writing and more at this prestigious institute this
summer.
Prep Camp Excel
Held at UC Berkeley, and UCLA, this program has entering 9th-10th grade students focus on
the critical skills necessary for success in high school and get a head-start on building
impressive academic resumes.
Public Speaking Institute
Held at Stanford, UC Berkeley, UCLA, and Tufts, our Public Speaking Institute focuses on
building delivery and debate skills for entering 4th-12th graders. A one week session of the
American Legal Experience offers a focus on the American judicial system.
Putney School Summer Programs
Work closely and cooperatively with professional artists, writers and performers in the visual
arts, the performing arts, and creative writing on a spectacular hilltop campus in southern
Vermont.
Putney Student Travel/Excel
This will be our 55th summer offering fun, challenging, active, intellectually stimulating
summer programs for high school students in the U.S., Africa, Latin America, Asia, and
Australia.
Ringling School of Art and Design
Explore vocab of art & design and contemporary techniques. Geared to those wanting a career
in the visual arts or design, this is also great for those eager for a college environment and
challenging courses.
RISD Pre-College Program
A 6-week program tailored toward highly-motivated students who want to develop their visual
arts skills along with college admission portfolio pieces.
Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design
Summer art camps at Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design for high school students who
are serious about building their portfolios for college admission.
Sarah Lawrence College Programs For High School Students
Discover Sarah Lawrence's unique programs, 2-week courses in 8 fields. Whatever your
interests, SLC will help you explore your passions in a supportive environment. High School
courses offered in Fall and Spring too!
Savannah College of Art and Design
SCAD offers summer art camps and workshops for younger teens in Atlanta and Savannah,
Ga., and a precollege experience for rising high school seniors in Savannah.
SEA Education
SEA focuses on the coastal and offshore marine environment around Cape Cod,
Massachusetts.
Sewanee Young Writers
Been bitten by the writing bug? Visit us for two weeks of literary discussion and creation.
School of the Museum of Fine Arts Boston's Pre-College Summer Studio
School of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston's Pre-College Summer Studio--Explore painting,
drawing, printmaking, sculpture, video, digital photography, and more while earning college
credit.
SMU Talented & Gifted
SMU's Talented and Gifted Program offers intellectual challenges and exciting learning
experiences to academically accelerated students completing the seventh, eighth or ninth
grade.
Snow Farm Summer in Art
On our 50-acre Berkshire foothills farm, we run craft programs including glass blowing,
flameworking, welded sculpture, ceramics, metalsmithing, fiber arts, woodworking,
photography and painting.
SPI Study Abroad
High school study abroad programs for college credit in Spain, France, Italy, Costa Rica and
China. Earn college credit and have the summer of your life!
Stanford Summer College
Summer students enroll in undergrad courses, earn college credits, and live in a student
dormitory to gain an inside perspective on college life.
Summer Institute for the Gifted
SIG is the ultimate 3-wk summer program for gifted students. Great campuses and 30+
academic, performing arts and sports classes. Then show off your talent at the SIG Final
Program!
Syracuse Summer College
This 6-week academic program allows high school students to study, explore career interests
and earn college credit.
Teton Science School
Join students from around the country on an educational adventure exploring field research,
natural history, and backpacking in the Greater Yellowstone/ Teton Ecosystem.
Junior Statesman
Got a passion for politics? Immerse yourself in a dynamic experience and debate all summer.
Tufts Summer Study
An opportunity to assess your talents, interests, and values. Your experience will help you
clarify your options as you prepare for the college application process.
UArts Pre-College Summer Institute
Programs for high schoolers, grades 9-11,in 23 art-related fields including everything from
Advertising and Animation through Painting and Web Design.
University of Connecticut's Mentor Connection
Designed to provide you with opportunities to participate in creative projects and
investigations with university mentors.
UCSD Writing Online
Designed to prepare high school students for the demands of college-level writing.
University of Dallas Summer Programs
Experience a unique combination of informed European travel and rigorous study, and earn
college credit, through University of Dallas High School Summer Abroad.
UDayton Women in Engineering
Join other girls your age for total immersion in through classroom activities, participatory
experiments, visits to industries and contact with practicing women engineers.
University of Maryland
College-bound middle and high school students pursue academic interests, discover career
opportunities, and explore university life. Enjoy interactive activities with students who share
similar abilities. This summer - University of Maryland!
University of Miami Summer Scholar
High School sophomores and juniors learn about the college experience by studying for three
weeks and earning college credit at the University of Miami!
U. of Penn Summer at Penn
Summer at Penn provides among the most comprehensive and academically-stimulating credit
course offerings in the U.S. on a beautiful, historic campus.
USC Summer Programs
Workshops include the The USC Young Actors Workshop and The USC Summer Science
Program for Girls
UVM/GIV Engineering Institute
Start solving the world's sustainability issues now! Empower yourself with knowledge through
fun hands-on engineering projects and tours.
The University of Virginia's Workshop for Young Writers
Work with published writers, live on the University of Virginia campus, and join a visionary
artist's community. Take your writing where it's never been before.
Video Production Camp
Held at Stanford and UC Berkeley, our future filmmakers' creativity and technology skills will
definitely be challenged! Students entering grades 7-12 work with top Bay Area professionals
and start shooting on day one!
Virtual High School
Take your summer school course online. Earn the credit you need, while getting the tan you
want! Visit us at www.goVHS.org to learn more about these hot summer offerings!
Summer Writing at Walnut Hill School for the Arts
Study fiction, poetry, playwriting and more with other students ages 13-18 from around the
world at Walnut Hill School's beautiful campus near Boston!
Washington University Summer
Get a taste of college life, live in residence halls, and make new friends from around the world.
Whale Camp
Discover yourself, writing and illustrating a book of poetry and stories, on Grand Manan Island
... with whales, dolphins, seals, puffins, eagles and your imagination.
Wilderness Adventure at Eagle Landing
ACA-accredited outdoor adventure camp & travel program for ages 8-18. Rock climbing,
kayaking, canoeing, caving, backpacking, mountain biking & more.
Woodberry Forest Summer
In our Summer Adventure Program, grades 7-12 learn from gifted educators while focusing on
one major course. It's the ideal place to experiment intellectually or just get ahead in school.
World Horizons International
Summer travel for teens includes community service, language and cultural immersion.
Project locations: Iceland, Fiji, Costa Rica, Canada, Dominica, Maine, Utah, Hawaii.
Yale Summer
We seek exceptionally promising students of all backgrounds and educate them to develop
their intellectual, moral, civic and creative capacities to the fullest.
YUGA Leadership Camp
Attend YUGA Leadership Camp and meet youth from across the country and around the world
who are interested in global issues such as poverty, HIV and AIDS, climate change and child
exploitation.