Program: Michigan Technological University Summer Youth Programs: Houghton, Michigan
Description: Week-long sessions starting July 8th-August 4th
Summer Youth Programs and Mind Trekker Summer Camps offer over 50 explorations each summer to discover and learn about various fields through hands-on laboratory, classroom and field experiences. An exploration is an intensive week-long look into a particular field or area of interest. We offer seven different categories of explorations including Leadership, Business, Computing, Engineering, Humanities and Social Sciences, Outdoor and Environmental Studies, and Science and Technology. In your exploration you may learn new software, rappel down a cliff, fly an airplane, cast molten metal, build a robot, produce a film, or backpack on an island...the opportunities are endless! Explorations are lead by Michigan Tech faculty members, graduate students, and local specialists. Enrollment is open until classes are full. Classes are limited to 20 or less students. Fee for commuter students is $450 and for residential students is $795 per exploration.
Participants: High School Students and Middle School Students
Program Email: yp@mtu.edu
Program Contact Information: Youth Programs at Michigan Tech University, 310 Administration Building, 1400 Townsend Drive, Houghton, MI 49931 (906-487-2219)
Program website: http://youthprograms.mtu.edu/
Program: Michigan Technological University Summer Scholarship Programs: Houghton, Michigan
Description: Women in Engineering (WIE), June 24-20 and Engineering Scholars Program (ESP), July 8-14 are weeklong investigations of engineering careers in areas such as mechanical, computer, environmental, electrical, chemical, biomedical, civil, geological, materials, and related disciplines. This program is a highly competitive scholarship program which provides a chance for traditionally underrepresented high school freshmen, sophomores, and juniors to investigate careers in engineering and science. Students participate in engineering sessions, group projects and special topic presentations. In addition, students have opportunities throughout the week to interact with industry role models and a diverse group of peers from all over the country and world. Applications are due by May 1st. National Summer Transportation Institute (NSTI), July 15-28 is a two week program that allows student to explore today’s transportation industry. Highlights include touring the Mackinac Bridge Authority, visiting the Soo Locks, and a trip to Isle Royale. This program is a highly competitive program which provides high school freshmen, sophomores, and juniors the opportunity to investigate careers and educational paths supporting today’s transportation industry and future needs. Applications are due May 1st. Rail and Intermodal Transportation (July 8-14) is a weeklong investigation designed to create awareness and stimulate interest in the area of rail and intermodal transportation. You will learn about and ride trains, enjoy technical tours to rail and intermodal facilities in Marquette and Duluth, and work in teams to complete group projects.
Participants: High School Students and Middle School Students
Program Email: yp@mtu.edu
Program Contact Information: Youth Programs at Michigan Tech University, 310 Administration Building, 1400 Townsend Drive, Houghton, MI 49931 (906-487-2219)
Program website: http://youthprograms.mtu.edu/
Program: University of Michigan Math and Science Scholars Summer Program for High School Students: Ann Arbor, Michigan
Description: MMSS features small 15-student classes taught by University of Michigan professors, as well as other outstanding instructors from around the world. The small class size allows the student to receive a deeper exposure to a particular subject and to evaluate the University of Michigan not only as a summer program, but also as a place for future studies. Two 2-week sessions are offered; students are given the opportunity to attend one or both.
Participants: High School Students
Program website: http://www.math.lsa.umich.edu/mmss/
Program: Michigan State University Summer Pre-College Engineering Program for High School Students and Middle School Students: East Lansing, Michigan
Description: Intended for rising high school sophomores, juniors and seniors seriously considering engineering as their career choice, this program is designed to give in-depth experiences in engineering majors. Each day students will learn about a major and spend time with an engineering faculty member, a graduate student, an undergraduate student engaged in short lecture, demonstrations, hands-on experiments, team-based problem solving, and tours. Presentations by the Honors College, Admissions Office, Study Abroad and The Center (Co-op/Internship and Undergraduate Research Opportunities) as well as tours of engineering research facilities will be conducted.
Participants: Rising High School Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors
Program website: http://www.egr.msu.edu/future-engineer/programs
Program: Michigan State University CSI Forensic Summer Science Program for High School Students: East Lansing, Michigan
Description: If you have a strong interest in science, check out the CSI Forensic Science Program @MSU, a week-long day or residential program. The program is designed for high-achieving students who will be introduced to all areas of Forensics, while working with experts in the field. Using a variety of lectures, labs, and on-site mock crime scenes, students will learn how real Crime Scene Investigators use science, creativity, and investigation skills to solve all types of crimes.
Participants: High School Students
Program website: http://spartanyouth.msu.edu/Resource.aspx?ResourceID=417
Program: Oakland University Summer Pre-College Programs for High School Students: Rochester, Michigan
Description: The Department of Pre-College Programs provides programs to middle school and high school students in the metropolitan area. The programs are designed to offer academic, social, career and cultural enrichment to students. The department employs university students as tutors, peer mentors and office assistants.
Participants: High School Students and Middle School Students
Program website: http://www.oakland.edu/precollege
Program: 360° Student Travel
Description: 360° Student Travel allows you to step in a new direction. Travel, volunteer, improve your Spanish language skills or get a taste of the college life. Regardless of travel style, all of our programs are created with the understanding that no matter what you want to accomplish during the summer, it is still summer, and the challenges and experiences should be enjoyable as well as rewarding.
Program website: www.360studenttravel.com
Program: Eastern Michigan Summer Pre-College Programs for High School Students: Ann Arbor, Michigan
Description: The Pre-College Programs at Holman Success Center are designed to introduce middle and high school students from academically and/or economically disadvantaged backgrounds to the university environment. Programs highlight the opportunities afforded by a college education, requirements for admission and financial aid, and career pathways for students to explore. We stress the importance of college expectations, study skills, time management, goal setting, and motivation.
Participants: High School Students
Program website: http://www.emich.edu/hsc/programs/index.html
Program: Summer Discovery - The world's finest and most popular pre-college, middle school enrichment and internship programs.
Description: We are proud that every summer more teenagers choose SUMMER DISCOVERY than any other program of its kind.
Your safety, security and health are our primary concerns. SUMMER DISCOVERY's unparalleled, experienced leadership provides a well-supervised, supportive environment where teenagers are treated with the care and respect they deserve. Freedom with support and balance, that's SUMMER DISCOVERY.
For over 40 years, high school students from around the globe have enjoyed summers filled with fun, educational and innovative activities. While visiting our website, take time to learn about your program of interest - college credit, internships, research mentorship, sport management, leadership programs, SAT prep, Skills for Mind and Body, enrichment, writing, community service, college admissions prep, tennis, golf, cooking and many other activities. Summer Discovery offers programs at 11 different locations in 5 countries, and works with universities of the highest caliber, such as University of Pennsylvania, UCLA, Georgetown, and many more! We invite you to join a wonderful group of teenagers from all over the USA and around the world this summer and experience a great summer program for teens!
Participants: high school students in grades 9, 10, 11 and 12.
Program website: http://www.summerdiscovery.com/
Program: Jr. Discovery
Description: Welcome to Jr. Discovery, unique 3 week summer enrichment experiences for teenagers completing grades 6, 7 and 8. At Jr. Discovery, learning is everywhere - in the classroom, dorm room, dining hall, on-stage, the tennis court or ball field, on trips and excursions, and the daily interaction between peers, dynamic teachers and Resident Counselors.
Since 1966, the Musiker Family has been directing outstanding educational experiences for teenagers. As parents ourselves, we realize middle school students are at an important crossroads in their development. Life poses many new challenges, opportunities, emotions, and rewards. Jr. Discovery is designed to facilitate a positive transition from adolescence to young adulthood, and from middle school to high school. Our innovative Skills for Mind and Body curriculum inspires independent thinking, creativity, personal growth, self-confidence, time management and life skills.
Additionally, through cooperative living and positive mentoring by a superb group of Resident Counselors, our students experience the finest, caring supervision, group dynamics, and mutual respect.
Best of all, Jr. Discovery is a summer of new friendships with students from all over the USA and the world. In the Jr. Discovery community, everyone is welcome and everyone belongs. We look forward to welcoming you to our community this summer.
Participants: Middle School Students in 6th, 7th, and 8th grade
Program website: http://www.summerdiscovery.com/
Program: Discovery Internships
Description: Discovery Internships, formerly Career Explorations, is dedicated to helping students stand out and take control of their futures. Our customized internship programs provide life changing experiences for students at a pivotal time in their life. Whether you are a high school student looking to gain clarity on college choices or fields of potential study or just looking for a meaningful summer in one of the greatest cities in the world, you’ve come to the right place. Whatever your needs, Discovery Internships' customized programs will help you explore your future. Discovery Internships is powered by the expertise and experience of two leading summer program providers, Musiker Summer Discovery and Dream Careers. Summer Discovery has directed award-winning programs for high school students for over 40 years. Dream Careers is the leading provider of college internship programs worldwide, and has placed more than 10,000 interns over the past decade.
The Discovery Internships program is an all-inclusive summer internship experience. In addition to gaining hands-on, career-focused learning opportunities, participants explore and live in an exciting city. Our programs feature a safe and fun living and learning environment based in a college residence hall. A meal plan, 24-hour staff supervision and mentoring, and a host of cultural, recreational, and other community events and excursions around the city are all included.
Our participants receive access to supplementary professional development workshops that enhance the internship learning experience and help students excel in both the college classroom and the workplace. Students receive academic credit for their internship and completion of coursework from New York University (NYU).
Today, the Discovery Internships program is provided in Boston, Chicago, New York, Los Angeles, and London. Discovery Internships receives applications from high school students in nearly every state in the U.S. and just as many countries.
Participants: High School Students in grades 10th, 11th, and 12th
Program website: http://www.summerdiscovery.com/
Program: Hope College Summer Reach Program for High School Students: Holland, Michigan
Description: Hope College has been a leader in science and math education for decades. Student-faculty research is a vital part of our excellent programs. The focus of our 6-week summer REACH (Research Experience Across Cultures) program for high school students and teachers is to create opportunities for students and teachers to engage in challenging and relevant research projects with Hope's science and math faculty.
Participants: High School Students
Program website: http://www.hope.edu/academic/reach/
Program: iD Tech Camps & iD Teen Academies
Description: Love gaming, programming, or filming? Take hobbies further and gain a competitive edge! Create iPhone apps, programs with C++ and Java, video games, websites, movies, 3D models, robots, photos, and more. Over 130,000 students ages 7-17 have enrolled in fun and challenging, weeklong, day and overnight programs held at 60 prestigious universities nationwide including Stanford, Princeton, Columbia, and others in 27 states. Small classes (max 8:1) are guaranteed, and taught by adult-only instructors for personalized curriculum with a small group to optimize learning and social experiences. Additional 2-week Teen Academies where ages 13-18 immerse in specialized, pre-college, overnight summer programs at iD Gaming Academy, iD Programming Academy, and iD Visual Arts Academy (filmmaking and photography). Visit www.iDTeenAcademies.com for courses and university locations. Accredited Continuing Education Units available. Also, year-round learning opportunities. Visit the website or call
1-888-709-TECH to speak to a Program Advisor who can recommend a customized summer schedule to develop a student’s interest.
Participants: 7-17
Program Website: Summer Technology Camps
Program: iD Gaming Academy for Teens
Are you a gamer? Imagine 250 hours living, dreaming & breathing gaming. Prove that gaming is more than a hobby and gain a competitive edge for college and future careers. Courses: 3D Modeling with Autodesk Maya, Level Design with UDK, Programming for Xbox 360, or Game Development for iPhone and Android. Small classes (guaranteed max 8:1) taught by top-tier instructors. Held at prestigious universities including Stanford, Harvard, Emory, Villanova, Vassar, the University of Denver, TCU, and Lake Forest College (in the Chicago area). Immerse in game creation, build a portfolio, interact with professionals, and play in gaming tournaments. Additional 2-week Teen academies include iD Programming Academy and iD Visual Arts Academy. Also weeklong, day and overnight video game and technology camps for ages 7-17 located at 60 universities in 27 states (www.internalDrive.com). Accredited Continuing Education Units available. Also, year-round learning opportunities. Visit the website or call 1-888-709-TECH to speak to a Program Advisor who can recommend a customized summer schedule to develop a student’s interest.
Participants: 13-18
Program Website: Summer Programs for Teens
Program: iD Programming Academy for Teens
Love programming or robotics? What can be better than spending time with other Teens who share your same interests. Courses: iPhone and iPad App Development, Android App Development with Java, Robotics Engineering, or Java for the AP Exam. 2-week, overnight program held at MIT, Yale, Stanford, Duke, UCLA, American, and Lake Forest College. Discover a potential career while interacting with industry professionals, building a portfolio for college, and engaging in STEM education. Learn in small classes (guaranteed max 8:1) taught by instructors with impressive backgrounds. Additional 2-week Teen academies include iD Gaming Academy and iD Visual Arts Academy. Also weeklong, day and overnight programming, robotics, and technology camps for ages 7-17 located at 60 universities in 27 states (www.internalDrive.com). Accredited Continuing Education Units available. Also, year-round learning opportunities. Visit the website or call 1-888-709-TECH to speak to a Program Advisor who can recommend a customized summer schedule to develop a student’s interest.
Participants: 13-18
Program Website: Summer Programs for Teens
Program: iD Visual Arts Academy for Teens
Spend 2 weeks engaging in creative expression taking photos and making movies! Teens beginner to advanced use Photoshop, After Effects, or Final Cut Pro to create portfolios. Courses: iD Film Studios 101 (pre to post-production), Visual FX (develop visual effects reel), or Professional Photography (learn advanced features of a DSLR camera and edit photos). Explore historic cities and college campuses for the perfect backdrop. Held at Stanford University and NYU. Additional 2-week Teen academies include iD Gaming Academy and iD Programming Academy. Also weeklong, day and overnight photography and film camps for ages 7-17 located at 60 universities in 27 states (www.internalDrive.com). Visit the website or call 1-888-709-TECH to speak to a Program Advisor who can recommend a customized summer schedule to develop a student’s interest.
Participants: 13-18
Program Website: Summer Programs for Teens
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