Program: Syracuse University Summer College for High School Students: Syracuse, NY
Description: Summer College offers unique programs designed to let students explore talents and interests through credit and noncredit academic programs ranging from 2 to 6-weeks in length. Courses and programs are offered in more than 25 academic departments. All programs are designed to give you a realistic view of undergraduate coursework in a field that interests you.
Participants: Students who have completed their sophomore or junior year of high school
Program website: www.summercollege.syr.edu
Program: Summer@Rensselaer: New York
Description: Summer@Rensselaer offers various academic enrichment programs on the campus of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy, New York. Day enrichment programs are available for elementary, middle and high school students. Residential enrichment programs are available for high school students. All the summer programs are designed and taught by Rensselaer faculty members. Programs include daily on-campus classroom preparation, lab experience, tours, visits with faculty and admissions counselors, hands-on projects and interactions with current undergraduate and graduate students. Summer residential enrichment programs allow high school students the chance to participate in non credit programs that Build Their Future. In addition Rensselaer invites pre-college age students to attend a RPI Sports Camp, Taught by RPI Coaches, to stimulate their minds and exercise their bodies. Rensselaer has 23 varsity teams, both men’s and women’s sports. The men’s and women’s hockey team competes at the Division I level. The remaining teams play in Division III. Rensselaer is a member of the National Collegiate Athletic Association, the ECACHL, NYSWCAA, and the Liberty League. Each summer program will be individually priced. Visit the Summer@Rensselaer website at http://summer.rpi.edu and click the program listing name online for details.
Participants: High School Students, Middle School Students, and Elementary School Students
Program website: http://summer.rpi.edu
Program: Georgetown University Pre-College Summer Economics Program for High School Students: Washington D.C.
Description: Learn about key economic principles as you study topics ranging from price controls and market structure to production and inflation. Case studies and small group work allow students to apply their interpretive and analytical skills and acquire new knowledge in a hands-on setting. Students will gain exposure to basic concepts and theories in micro and macroeconomics and will complete the summer with a solid foundation for future college-level economics courses.
Participants: High School Students.
Program website: http://scs.georgetown.edu/programs/331/fundamentals-of-economics
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: University of California, Berkeley Summer Pre-College Programs: Berkeley, California
Description: The Pre-Collegiate Program offers you the chance to join the community of more than 250 high school students who spend their time enjoying a summer at Berkeley. Take advantage of Berkeley courses, co-curricular activities, and workshops planned just for you. Spend time on campus taking advantage of all it has to offer, and simultaneously earn college credit.
Participants: High School Students
Program website: http://summer.berkeley.edu/pre-collegiate
Program: Georgetown University Pre-College Summer Programs for High School Students: Washington D.C.
Description: Georgetown University offers exciting summer programs to explore your current interests and discover new talents. A combination of intensive classroom learning, fun social activities, and varied excursions to local sites of interest, these summer programs will provide you with a well-rounded taste of college life while expanding your intellectual and cultural knowledge.
Participants: Students who have completed 10th or 11th.
Program website: http://scs.georgetown,edu/summer-programs-for-high-school-students
Program: National Young Leadership Conference: Washington, DC
Description: This program provides students with the opportunity to learn about public policy making and to analyze current issues. Students take part in discussions on current issues, participate in simulations, and participate in hands-on learning activities. Students also have the opportunity to speak with current policy makers in Washington DC.
Participants: High school students
Program website: www.cylc.org/nylc/
Program: National Youth Leadership Forum: Various locations
Description: The National Youth Leadership Forum has the following programs available for high school students: The National Youth Leadership Forum on Medicine; the National Youth Leadership Forum on Defense, Intelligence, and Diplomacy; and the National Youth Leadership Forum on Law.
Participants: High school students
Program website: www.nylf.org/programs.cfm
Program: Junior Statesmen Summer Programs: Various universities
Description: The Junior Statesmen Summer Programs provide students with an exciting and challenging learning experience in the area of politics. Participants engage in discussions, debates, simulations, and other learning activities related to politics.
Participants: High school students
Program website: www.jsa.org
Ohio Symposium on Leadership and Politics: Junior Statesmen Program
Description: The Ohio Symposium on Leadership and Politics is part of the Junior Statesmen Summer Programs. These programs are designed for students interested in taking a behind-the-scenes look at leadership and politics in state or local government.
Participants: High School Students
Program website: www.jsa.org/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=56&Itemid=141
Program: Ohio Business Week: Columbus, Ohio and Youngstown, Ohio
Description: This is a week long program in which students are provided with hands-on experience in the field of business and entrepreneurship.
Participants: Students completing 9th, 10th, or 11th grade.
Program website: www.ohiobusinessweek.org/
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