Summer Programs 2014

Architecture, Art, Design, and Performing Arts

Carnegie Mellon Pre-College Fine Arts Program, June 28-August 9, 2014

Rising juniors and seniors. Students can explore architecture, art, design, drama, or music. Six-week residential program. www.cmu.edu/enrollment/pre-college DEADLINE: Rolling Admissions.

CIAO! (Center for Introduction to Architecture Overseas) Capranica, Italy, July 5-26, 2014.

Need to be 16 years old. The Center for Sustainable Urbanism uses Rome as a backdrop and immerses students in an architectural program through site visits, seminars and hands-on experience. www.ciao-cfsu.org DEADLINE: May 1, 2014.

Columbia College Chicago: High School Summer Institute

Rising juniors, seniors. Intensive program for creative students to explore their ideas in a variety of creative mediums. http://www.colum.edu/Academics/HSSI/index.php

Fashion Institute of Design and Merchandising, 3 day program held throughout June, 2014

Four California locations http://fidm.edu/en/News+and+Events/3+Days+of+Fashion/

Interlochen Fine Arts Programs

Interlochen offers summer arts programs for students currently in grades 3-12. Programs are one to six weeks long and include Creative Writing, Dance, General Arts, Motion Picture Arts, Music, Theater, and Visual Arts. Interlochen is currently welcoming applications for summer 2014 programs. Scholarships and financial aid are available. For more information, visit http://www.interlochen.org/. DEADLINE to apply: SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 1.

Louisiana State University Architecture Career Discovery Workshop, June 8-13, 2014

Rising sophomores, juniors and seniors. Explore architectural ideas through hands-on studios and field trips, attend seminars and lectures, and meet professional architects. http://cms.outreach.lsu.edu/cms/PreK12/ArchitectureCareerDiscoveryCamp.aspx

Maryland Institute-College of Art, Tuscany June 22-July 14 or Baltimore June 22-July 20, 2013

Rising juniors and seniors. Students will explore galleries, museums and landscapes, where every form of art can be explored and developed. Great way to create a portfolio while also getting college credit. www.mica.edu/precollege

New York University Summer Institute of Music Production Technology, June 29-July 12, 2014

Students must be sixteen or older. Two week workshop designed for students who wish to learn about and experience music technology. http://steinhardt.nyu.edu/music/summer/simpt PRIORITY DEADLINE: March 18, 2014; FINAL DEADLINE: April 1, 2014

Otis College of Art and Design, “Summer of Art College Prep Program 2013”, Los Angeles July7-August 1, 2014

All grade levels. An immersion college experience in the field of art and design. http://www.otis.edu/summer-art ROLLING ADMISSIONS BEGINS February 14, 2014

Pratt Institute Pre-College-New York City, July 7-August 1, 2014

Students must be sixteen or older. Immersion in art, design, architecture, creative writing, or critical and visual studies. http://www.pratt.edu/academics/continuing_education_and_professional/pro_credit_programs/precollege/summer_programs/

Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD)

Rising Star 2013, June 21-July 26, 2014, Savannah; June 22-July 26, 2014, Atlanta – A pre-college program for rising seniors. Five-week residential program, in which students enroll in two college-level classes. www.scad.edu/rs

School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC) sessions in June and July

All grade levels. Expand your creative talents while developing a strong portfolio for college admission. www.saic.edu/ecp DEADLINE: April 11, 2014

School of Cinema and Performing Arts (SOCAPA), 1-3 week programs

All grade levels. Summer camps in Los Angeles, New York City, and Vermont specializing in Filmmaking, Acting, Dance, Photography, and Screenwriting. www.socapa.org DEADLINE: Rolling Admissions

Sports Media Summer Camp

The Oklahoma State University Sports Media Summer Camp offers practical experience in broadcasting play-by-play, production and print journalism with experienced professors and professionals such as Dave Hunziker, the voice of the OSU Cowboys. Daily activities will center on preparation, practice and opportunities to use newly acquired skills in actual sports media events. Campers are scheduled to work a live sporting event while learning the basics of play-by-play. Wednesday, June 25 – Saturday, June 28. $625 includes all meals, housing in residence hall (one camper per bedroom), transportation, camp insurance, shirt and tuition. https://mail.google.com/mail/?shva=1#inbox/144b7b218d5bd361?projector=1

Tulane University Career Explorations in Architecture, June 22-July 11, 2014

Current sophomores and juniors. Three-week summer program. http://architecture.tulane.edu/programs/summer-high-school-program DEADLINE: May 1, 2014

University of Notre Dame, School of Architecture “Career Discovery”, June 15-27, 2014

All grades. Students learn architectural history along with the skills and responsibilities required in a contemporary architectural practice. www.architecture.nd.edu DEADLINE: Rolling Admissions.

University of Pennsylvania Pre-College Programs-Four Week Program, July 6-August 7, 2014

All grade levels. Art and Architecture. http://www.jkcp.com/program/architecture-summer-at-penn/

US Performing Arts and Media Camps, Various dates and locations (One is at TCU)

Choose from acting, college audition workshop, playwriting/screenwriting, musical theater, digital filmmaking, animation, or design programs. www.usperformingarts.com

Washington University in St. Louis, Architecture Discovery Program, July 6-19, 2014

Rising seniors. Design studio, the heart of the program, focuses on how creativity, discovery and sustainability can foster passion and compassion in design. Can earn 2 college credits. http://www.samfoxschool.wustl.edu/summer/adp DEADLINE: May 1, 2014

Washington University in St. Louis, Portfolio Plus Program, July 6-26, 2014

Rising juniors and seniors (must be 16). A program which helps the student build and document their portfolio while studying and making art in a real studio. Can earn college credit. http://www.samfoxschool.wustl.edu/summer/portplus DEADLINE: May 1, 2014

Wonderworks/University of Houston Summer Discovery Program in Architecture, Film, Drama, or Literature, June 16-July 18, 2014

Students entering grades 11, or 12. An intensive, hands-on studio in architecture and film, drama, and literature programs. This program also includes lectures and field trips. $800 for 5 weeks. http://www.wonderworkshouston.org DEADLINE: May 5, 2014

Business and Economics

This list includes business programs for rising juniors or seniors. If there are no application or program dates, it could mean the web site had not yet been updated for 2014.

Babson/Lead America: Business and Entrepreneur Conference, June 22-29 or July 6-13, 2014

All grade levels. Learn what it takes to start a business using a case study based on Apple. http://www.babson.edu/admission/visiting-students/high-school/Pages/envision.aspx

Babson Entrepreneur Development Experience, July 9-August 13, 2014 (tentative)

Rising juniors and seniors. Discover how to position your business idea into the greater world picture. Four college credits. http://www.babson.edu/admission/visiting-students/high-school/summer-study/Pages/entrepreneurial-development-experience.aspx

Bryant University in Rhode Island and PricewaterhouseCoopers Accounting Leadership Institute Rising seniors who are African American or Latino are eligible to apply. One-week residential program exposing students to the accounting field. FREE program if accepted – student is only responsible for travel cost. http://bryant.edu/

Carleton College Summer Quantitative Reasoning Institute, July 13-August 1, 2013

Rising juniors and seniors. Students will examine theories in 3 core disciplines-economics, international relations and psychology. http://apps.carleton.edu/summer/sqri/ Rolling Admissions until April 30, 2014 final deadline.

Economics for Leaders, University of Dallas campus (many other university locations across the country), June 15-22, 2014 (other locations have camps in July and August)

Rising seniors. Teaches the next generation of leaders to integrate economics concepts into the process of decision-making through a hands-on, experiential atmosphere. $600. http://www.fte.org/student-programs/economics-for-leaders-program/ DEADLINE: March 3, 2014

Foundation for Economic Education High School Seminars located in California, Michigan, and Georgia in June and July. Four-day seminars highlight the benefits of private property, limited government, and free markets. FREE exclusive of transportation expenses and cancelation fees. http://www.fee.org/seminars/highschool#axzz2qgCYVWR2

Free Enterprise Leadership Challenge, variety of college campuses

All grade levels. Five-day residential program in which students learn about free market economics first-hand as they form companies by working in small groups. They receive hands-on instruction to create business and marketing plans, pay taxes and maintain accounting records. $125. http://www.felcexperience.org/ . DEADLINE: Rolling admission

Indiana University, Kelley School of Business

Rising Juniors and Seniors of African-American, Latino or Native American backgrounds. Junior Executive Institute (JEI) is a free summer program (need to cover transportation) aimed at students interested in studying and understanding the world of business. http://kelley.iu.edu/Ugrad/PreCollege/JEI/page39079.html

Stevens Institute of Technology, Four distinct programs/various dates

Rising juniors and seniors. Programs in the area of computer science, engineering and multimedia production, and business. www.stevens.edu/summer PRIORITY DEADLINE: March 15, 2014

TCU High School Investor Challenge, June 8-13, 2014

Juniors. The TCU High School Investor Challenge is a one-week summer camp that teaches high school seniors the techniques of stock investing and portfolio management. Students live in a residence hall on campus and learn to analyze industry and company information, value company stock, and manage a virtual portfolio.

http://www.neeley.tcu.edu/Centers/LKCM_Center/HS_Investor_Challenge.aspx DEADLINE: April, 8, 2014

The University of Alabama Capstone Business Leadership Academy

Rising seniors. A 10-day residential summer program designed for students interested in pursuing a career in business. http://cba.ua.edu/

University of Georgia- High School Residency Program, Accounting, June 25-28, 2014

Since 1998 the Georgia Society of CPAs (GSCPA) and the University of Georgia have hosted the High School Residency Program. The goal of the program is to encourage bright individuals to consider careers in accounting and as CPAs. The students will stay in one of our residence halls, eat in campus dining halls and attend accounting-related informational sessions throughout the day. Because of corporate sponsorship, the program is free of charge. http://www.terry.uga.edu/academics/certificates/accounting-residency-program DEADLINE: March 28, 2014

University of Houston Summer Business Institute, July 6-11, 2014, Entrepreneurship; July 13-18, Sales and Marketing; July 20-25, Energy and Sustainability

Current sophomores and juniors interested in business. The Institute is a three-day event designed for high school juniors and seniors to develop leadership skills, set goals for their future (both personally and in business), discover their future career in business, and experience the Houston business community through experiential learning and site tours! You do not necessarily need to be interested in attending the University of Houston, but I think this is a great local opportunity for exposure to business. http://www.bauer.uh.edu/summercamp “Online applications will be accepted beginning on April 1, 2014

and ending on May 1, 2014” (See http://www.bauer.uh.edu/prospective/undergraduates/documents/2014-Bauer-Summer-Camp-postcard.pdf ).

The University of Texas Discover Yourself in Accounting Majors and Careers (DYNAMC)

Spend a week in July, all expenses paid, at the top-rated McCombs School of Business on The University of Texas at Austin campus. Learn about diverse careers in accounting, from working at one of the Big 4 to the FBI. You will live in a residence hall; meet faculty, business professionals and other students interested in accounting; attend hands-on workshops; and take field trips to Austin-area firms. Make new friends, become familiar with the amazing UT campus and start thinking about how a degree in accounting can really add up. (I could not find a current web link for this program.)

The University of Texas McCombs Future Executive Academy (MFEA)

This is your chance to discover what a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree and a career in business could mean for you. Spend a week in June, all expenses paid, at the top-rated McCombs School of Business on The University of Texas at Austin campus. You will live in a residence hall; meet faculty, business professionals and other students interested in business; attend hands-on workshops; take field trips to Austin-area companies; and create a real marketing plan for a local business. Join us and make new friends, become familiar with the amazing UT campus and begin building skills now that you can use to succeed at school and on the job. (I could not find a current web link for this program.)

Engineering, Math, Science, and Technology

Adelphi University-Computer Game Design and Programming, July 20-August 2, 2014

All grade levels. Learn the art and science behind video games. www.precollege.adelphi.edu PRIORITY DEADLINE: May 15, 2014.

Baylor University Summer High School Science Research Program, July 9-August 12, 2014

The High School Summer Science Research Program (HSSSRP) is designed to give superior high school students hands-on research experience by working on research projects with Baylor University science professors in many disciplines. Students are selected from incoming Baylor freshmen to be involved in this summer research program, that allows them to earn one semester hour of college credit. Students will work side by side with research experts, learn how to use the latest research instruments and interpret data through techniques not usually available in high school laboratories, and participate in science and technology seminars. http://www.baylor.edu/summerscience DEADLINE: March 1, 2014

Boston University Program in Mathematics for Young Scientists, 6 week program, June 29-Aug 9

All grade levels. Program is open to 65 ambitious students with an exceptionally strong interest in mathematics. The program encourages habits of thought that lead to scientific independence and creativity. www.promys.org EARLY DEADLINE: March 15, 2014, REGULAR DEADLINE April 15, 2014

Boston University Research Internship in Science and Engineering, June 29-August 8, 2014

Rising seniors. Research available in the following fields: Astronomy, biology, chemistry, medicine, physics, and psychology, biomedical engineering, electrical and computer engineering, and mechanical engineering. http://www.bu.edu/summer/high-school-programs/research-internship/ DEADLINE: March 31, 2014

Carleton College Summer Science Institute, two sessions from July to August

Rising juniors and seniors. Participate in hands-on research that culminates in a research symposium. http://apps.carleton.edu/summer/science/ FIRST GENERAL AND SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE: February 6, 2014; SECOND SCHOLARSHIP AND GENERAL DEADLINE: March 27, 2014

Carnegie Mellon National High School Game Academy, June 28-August 9, 2014

Rising juniors and seniors. This program explores the video game industry and the skills needed to be successful in it. The program includes an exciting blend of hands-on exercises combined with traditional lecture and discussion. www.cmu.edu/enrollment/pre-college.

Cornell University Diversity in Engineering Catalyst Academy, July 13-19, 2014

Rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors. One-week summer residential program focused on underrepresented minority students who excel in math and science, enjoy solving problems, and want to learn more about careers in engineering. www.engineering.cornell.edu/catalyst

DEADLINE: March 1, 2014

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Daytona Beach, FL and Prescott AZ- 5 day program throughout the summer.

All grade levels. Hands-on and informative look at the many opportunities available in the aviation and aerospace industries. www.erau.edu/summer

internalDrive Tech Camps

All grade levels. Video game design, programming, robotics, video editing and more. Held at dozens of universities, including University of Houston. www.internaldrive.com

Saint Mary’s College of California Math Camp, June

Rising juniors and seniors. http://math.stmarys-ca.edu/SMC2.html

SMU, Lyle School of Engineering, Engineering Innovation Camp

Rising juniors and seniors. Free program-must go through an application process. It is an immersion design experience program which provides students a creative environment to learn and apply knowledge. http://www.smu.edu/Lyle/K-12/InnovationCamp

Stevens Institute of Technology, Four distinct programs/various dates

Rising juniors and seniors. Programs in the areas of computer science, engineering, pre-med studies, multimedia production, and business. http://www.stevens.edu/sit/admissions/stevens-summer/details DEADLINE: March 15, 2014

Summer Science Program- Two 6 week sessions.

Residential enrichment program where students from around the world attend a hands-on research project in celestial mechanics. www.summerscience.org/ DEADLINE: February 28, 2014

Texas A&M, Electrical and Computer Engineering-Unplugged Summer Camp

Rising juniors and seniors. ECE Unplugged 5 day summer camp. Unlike many other summer camps, the camp fee for ECE Unplugged has been very low, covering camp fee, housing, and meals. All eligible high school students with an interest in engineering are encouraged to apply! http://engineering.tamu.edu/electrical/academics/student-projects/summercamp

Texas A&M Veterinary Enrichment Camp, July 22-25, 2014

Current sophomores and juniors. This special summer program is for high school students who have an interest in the field of veterinary medicine. The four-day event will offer prospective students the chance to tour the college, attend lectures, gain hands-on experience, and stay on campus. More information is available at http://vetmed.tamu.edu/bims/future/veterinary-enrichment-camp DEADLINE: March 5, 2014

Texas Wildlife Conservation Camp, July 20-26, 2014

All grade levels. The Conservation Camp focuses on exciting hands-on activities with presentations led by wildlife professionals from across the state. Subject matter includes wildlife and plant identification, wetland and coastal habitats, hunting as a management tool, fishing, shooting skills, and more. $300 (includes housing and meals). http://www.wildlifecamptx.org/ DEADLINE: May 1, 2014

University of Alabama Computer Camp, July 21-25 (Java), July 28-August 1 (Android app, robotics) 2014

Rising sophomores, juniors, seniors. The Department of Computer Science at the University of Alabama is offering a three-week series of summer computer camps focused on Java, robotics, and Android smartphone programming. http://outreach.cs.ua.edu/camps/index.html DEADLINE: April 25, 2014

University of Alabama, Student Introduction to Engineering (SITE), three sessions throughout July, 2014

For rising juniors and seniors. Do you ever wonder what makes bridges capable of withstanding 100-mph winds or why a skyscraper doesn't collapse during an earthquake? If so, then perhaps you'll be an engineer someday! Here is an invitation: Come to the University of Alabama campus to discover if engineering is the right career for you by participating in our SITE Program! $700 includes housing and meals. http://site.eng.ua.edu/ DEADLINE: June 1, 2014

University of British Columbia, Summer Scholars Program, July, 2014

Rising juniors and seniors (must be 16). Students learn about environmental science and sustainability at one of the world’s leading universities. www.summerprogram.isi.ubc.ca DEADLINE: May 15, 2014

University of Dayton, Summer Honors Engineering Camp, June 15-20, 2014, http://www.udayton.edu/engineering/hs_programs/summer_honors_institute.php DEADLINE: April 30, 2014.

University of Houston-Biotech Workshop

All grade levels. The Center for Life Sciences Technology is offering a hands-on introductory biotechnology course. http://sites.tech.uh.edu/clist/outreach/teachers-and-students/

University of Houston GRADE Camp, June 9-13 or June 23-27, 2014

All grade levels. One week nonresidential camp. For students interested in hands-on scientific projects. Students will work on a research project under the supervision of an active scientist.

http://www.egr.uh.edu/grade/eligibility DEADLINE: Rolling admissions

University of Houston STEP Forward Camp, June 14-21, 2014

Rising seniors. Cullen College of Engineering residential one-week summer program for aspiring engineers. This June camp gives students the chance to experience college life, visit with professional engineers and engineering faculty, take field trips, and work on team-based design challenges. The cost is $300, and scholarships are available to those who can't pay the cost. http://www.egr.uh.edu/promes/camps/ DEADLINE: Rolling admission – only 50 spots available.

University of Southern California/Chevron Corporation Frontiers of Energy Resources Camp

Rising seniors. The Frontiers of Energy Resources Summer Camp offers a preparatory, interactive training program focusing on various energy resources including fossil fuels, solar, biofuel, wind, nuclear energy, and information technologies for energy efficient operations. The camp is free of charge if accepted, but the student must pay travel expenses. http://www.cisoft.usc.edu DEADLINE: April 22, 2013

The University of Texas-Arlington Engineering and Computer Science Camp, choose from different program dates

Rising 10th and 11th graders. Designed to provide students with a broad exposure to the variety of engineering disciplines, plus related topics in chemistry and physics. http://cisoft.usc.edu/uscchevron-summercamp/summer-camp-2013/

The University of Texas-Austin My Introduction to Engineering Summer Camp, June 8-13 or 15-20, 2014

MITE is a free, five-day residential camp that offers current high school sophomores and juniors the opportunity to discover engineering through hands-on projects and interactions with engineering students, faculty, staff and alumni. MITE is open to students with strong interests in engineering, science or math. Fifty students will be selected to attend each session. Outstanding African-American, Hispanic and Native American students, as well as those who have overcome any social or economic hardship, are strongly encouraged to apply. All students are welcome to apply.

http://www.engr.utexas.edu/eoe/precollege/mite DEADLINE: April 1, 2014

Vanderbilt University PAVE Program, June 23-July 25, 2014

Current juniors. PAVE is a six-week summer course of study designed to strengthen the academic skills of students who are planning to enter a college engineering, pre-medical, science, or technology program. Visit http://pave.vanderbilt.edu for the application request. DEADLINE: April 20, 2014

Washington University in St. Louis Architecture Discovery Program, July 6- July 19, 2014

Rising seniors. Design studio, the heart of the program, focuses on how creativity, discovery and sustainability can foster passion and compassion in design. Can earn 2 college credits. http://www.samfoxschool.wustl.edu/summer/adp DEADLINE: May 1, 2014

Welch Foundation Summer Scholars Program, June 8-July 11, 2014

Rising juniors and seniors. Must be nominated. The primary goal of WSSP is to expose talented and inquisitive students to professional researchers in professional laboratories giving them a glimpse into research and life on a college campus. Through assignments, authentic research projects, guest speaker series, tours of chemistry-based research facilities and presentations of personal research findings, students leave the program with a better understanding of basic chemistry and many with a desire to pursue science and engineering degrees in college. Locations include UT-Austin, UH, Texas Tech, UT-Arlington, and UT-Dallas. http://www.wssptx.com DEADLINE: February 21, 2014

Wonderworks/University of Houston Summer Discovery Program in Architecture, June 16-July 18, 2014

Students entering grades 11 or 12. An intensive, hands-on studio in architecture. This program also includes lectures and field trips. $800 for 5 weeks. http://www.wonderworkshouston.org DEADLINE: May 5, 2014

Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Frontiers, 2 sessions: July 6-18 or July 20-August 1, 2014

Rising juniors and seniors. Frontiers blends science, technology, and engineering programs with workshops in biomedical engineering, robotics and global sustainability. Session II is solely Robotics. www.wpi.edu/+froniers DEADLINE: April 30, 2014.

Worcester Polytechnic Institute also has a Launch science, engineering, and computer science program for students entering grades 9 and 10. http://www.wpi.edu/academics/k12/launch.html?shortURL=launch&redirector=plus.wpi.edu Aug 4-8, 2014.

General College Summer Programs

American Institute for Foreign Study Summer Advantage

All grade levels. Educational and cultural exchange programs www.aifs.com

Boston College, Six weeks-June 24-August 1, 2014

Rising seniors. Take college courses; earn college credit. Live and study with your peers as you experience college and interact with outstanding professors. http://www.bc.edu/content/bc/schools/summer/highschool.html Rolling admissions.

Boston University High School Honors Program, June 29-August 8, 2013

Rising juniors and seniors. Explore Boston and study alongside BU undergrads, over 100 courses to choose from. Earn up to 8 college credits by enrolling in two 6-week courses. http://bu.edu/summer/highschool DEADLINE: May 12, 2014

Boston University Summer Challenge, June 15-27, July 16-18, July 20-August 1

“Get a taste of college life with our two-week, residential summer program for rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors.” http://www.bu.edu/summer/high-school-programs/summer-challenge/ DEADLINE: Rolling admission

Boston University, Summer Preview Program, June 22-27, July 20-25

“Our one-week, non-credit Summer Preview Program offers a choice of three seminars to rising high school freshman and sophomores like yourself. You'll have the opportunity to explore an academic interest in depth or investigate an entirely new one.” http://www.bu.edu/summer/high-school-programs/summer-preview/ DEADLINE: Rolling admission

Brown University, Pre-College Programs, Sessions 1-7 weeks in length

All grade levels. More than 250 Academics courses in a variety of areas. www.brown.edu/summer

Carnegie Mellon Summer Pre-College Programs, June 28-August 9, 2014

Rising junior or senior. Pre-College programs will show you what life at CMU is all about, from the classroom to exploring the city of Pittsburgh. www.cmu.edu/enrollment/pre-college

CaseWestern Reserve

What better way to get students excited about the college experience than putting Case Western Reserve University's expert faculty and world-class campus facilities at their fingertips? High school students can sign up for a multitude of unique, fun and educational programs over the summer. Focused on everything from robotics and engineering to environmental science and law, CWRU programs help students consider careers in numerous fields and get a head start on higher education through hands-on learning. To learn more about CWRU's Pre-College Programs, visit http://www.case.edu/summer/highschool.html

Choate Rosemary Hall Summer Programs

All grade levels. Programs are either two or five-weeks. Topics include documentary filmmaking, math and science workshops, government, and theater arts. www.choate.edu/summer

Colorado College Summer Session Pre College Program-3 different three week options

Need to be 16 years old. Earn college credit in a variety of courses and find out if the Block Plan is for you. DEADLINE: Rolling admissions. https://www.coloradocollege.edu/offices/summersession/pre-college/

Columbia University Summer High School Programs

All grade levels depending on the location. Students can choose to study in New York, Barcelona, or Jordan. The application is available at http://ce.columbia.edu/high-school/nyc DEADLINE: February 5 application fee waiver deadline; April 2, 2014 regular deadline

Cornell University- 3 and 6 six week programs between June 21-August 2, 2014

All grades. Choose from programs in a variety of fields: architecture, art and design business, engineering, hotel management, law and government, medicine, veterinary medicine. www.summercollege.cornell.edu DEADLINE: Research Apprenticeship in Biological Sciences, March 14; April 4, 2014, all other programs.

Duke University TIP Summer Programs

All grade levels. Various institutes and field studies offered at Duke and numerous other locations around the world. www.tip.duke.edu

Emory Pre-College Program

Rising juniors and seniors. Students select from credit courses lasting six weeks to non-credit courses lasting two weeks. Courses are available in the sciences, pre-professional, arts and humanities, and social sciences. www.precollege.emory.edu DEADLINE: Rolling Admissions.

Georgetown University Summer Programs

All grade levels. Summer at Georgetown University gives motivated students the opportunity to advance their academic skills through a variety of 13 programs lasting from eight days to ten weeks. Some classes award college credit. http://scs.georgetown.edu/departments/21/summer-programs-for-high-school-students DEADLINE: rolling admission

George Washington University Pre-College Program-variety of programs throughout summer.

All grade levels. Various course offerings. Credit and non-credit options. http://precollege.gwu.edu/ DEADLINE: May 1 or, 2014, depending on the program

Harding University

Harding's Summer Academic Institute is one of the best ways for rising seniors to connect with other outstanding high school students and get a taste of the Harding experience. Participating students will live in the dorm and engage in all kinds of activities, including camping, classes and devotionals. The two-week summer course of study is led by top faculty with assistance from student leaders. Students may now choose from two tracks of study: Honors Symposium or Honors Media and Culture. Complete program details are online at http://www.harding.edu/summeracademic

Harvard Summer School Secondary School Program, June 21-August 9, 2013

All grade levels. More than 1,000 motivated high school students from the U.S. and abroad attend the Harvard Secondary School Program to experience college life. Alongside undergraduate students, you will explore subjects not available at your high school and earn college credit in college-level courses. Online courses are also available. www.ssp.harvard.edu DEADLINE: May 15, 2014

JKCP, campus locations include: University of Pennsylvania, Haverford, Villanova, Curtis Institute of Music

All grades levels. A variety of college enrichment courses. www.jkcp.com

Johnson and Wales University- Study in 1 of 4 locations: Providence, Miami, Denver, Charlotte

Rising seniors. Variety of fields of study: culinary arts, business, hospitality, technology. Can earn college credit. www.jwu.edu/admissions click “high school juniors”

Loyola University Chicago Pre-Collegiate Summer Scholars, 3 and 6 week programs.

Rising Sophomores and juniors. Student can earn college credit in a variety of courses while also becoming acquainted with college life. www.LUC.edu/summerscholars

New York University Precollege High School Programs, July 6-August 15, 2014

Rising juniors and seniors. Students take college level courses for academic credit which may be applied to a future degree. Can select many courses across the humanities and sciences. www.nyu.edu/precollege DEADLINE: March, 1 priority; May 1, 2014 final deadline.

Northeastern University-Summer Programs for High School Students

Rising juniors and seniors. Known for experiential learning, Northeastern offers credit and noncredit options that blend the academic, social and campus experience of freshman year in college while also enjoying the benefits of Boston.

http://www.cps.neu.edu/college-summer-programs DEADLINE: May 16, 2014

Notre Dame Summer Scholars, June 30-July 13, 2013

Rising juniors and seniors. Offers 13 tracks of academic study including engineering and architecture Rigorous and intimate (some no more than 16 students) this program is an excellent introduction to the academic life of a college student. www.precollege.nd.edu

NSGT Summer Institute for the Gifted

All grade levels. Three-week gifted study programs at 20 universities, including UT. www.giftedstudy.org

Oxford Advanced Studies

Rising juniors and seniors. Offers high school students an in-depth and stimulating educational experience in Britain combined with an exciting range of social and cultural activities and visits. www.oasp.ac.uk

Oxbridge Academic Programs

All grade levels. Designed for students who have the desire and motivation to enrich themselves intellectually while immersing them in a foreign culture. They offer over 100 different courses. www.oxbridgeprograms.com DEADLINE: Rolling admission until full.

Rice University for High School Students

Current sophomores and juniors. College credit. Open to 20 students. Take one college level for-credit class and get a taste of college life. http://collegeready.rice.edu/rice-high-school-students

Phillips Academy-Andover, June 30-August 3, 2014

All grade levels. Five-week program in which students study, socialize and live in a multicultural community. Academics (one major and one minor), an activity, and college counseling (including campus tours) are included. Various programs of study. Visit http://www.andover.edu/SummerSessionOutreach/SummerSession/Pages/default.aspx DEADLINE: Rolling admissions

St. Johns College: The Summer Academy, Santa Fe, NM, 3 different one week sessions or Annapolis, MD, different one week sessions.

Rising juniors and seniors. Academic program with discussion-based classes centered on original texts. $900 includes room and board. www.stjohnscollege.edu/admissions/summeracademy.shtml DEADLINE: Rolling admissions

Stanford University: High School Summer College-eight weeks

Must be 16 years old. Summer College is an eight week college experience that provides academic, social, and intellectual opportunities not found in a high school classroom. Choose from more than 125 courses offered in over 30 departments. http://summercollege.stanford.edu/

Stanford University: Pre-Collegiate Studies:

Encompasses Summer Institutes, Stanford Medical Youth Science Program, SUMaC (summer mathematics institute), Stanford Youth Orchestra, Discovering Medicine @ Stanford. For more information about these programs, including fees and deadlines, click here and scroll down to “Residential Summer Programs.”

Summer Discovery, 12 different campuses

All grade levels. Summer Discovery offers the world's most popular pre-college enrichment programs for high school students at 12 distinct college campuses. Choose from over 300 courses and programs from 2-6 weeks in an environment that is intellectually stimulating, culturally and socially enriching, and fun. Enjoy great out-of-class activities, recreation and excursions. www.summerdiscovery.com .

Summerfuel, programs throughout the summer on multiple campuses

All grades. Variety of programs: Pre-college classes, language immersion, college admissions prep. On a variety of college campuses world-wide. www.summerfuel.com DEADLINE: rolling admissions

Summer Study Programs at CU-Boulder; University of Vermont and Penn State

Pre-college enrichment or college credits available. Visit www.summerstudy.com

Syracuse University Summer College, 6-week and 4,3 and 2-week options

Rising juniors and seniors. Explore various interests and college majors. Extensive information online. www.summercollege.syr.edu DEADLINE: May 15, 2014

Texas Lutheran University, Lone Star Scholars Academy

All grade levels. A variety of summer enrichment programs, such as public speaking, professional writing and an introduction to advertising. DEADLINE: June 10, 2013 www.tlu.edu/lssa

Thomas More College Collegiate Summer Program for High School Students

All grade levels. Summer program that inspires you to not only read, but to master important works of the West. Faculty guide you to the well-springs of Truth and the ever fresh source of Western civilization. www.ThomasMoreCollege.edu/SummerProgram

Trinity University, program to develop critical reasoning skills

Rising seniors. The program will concentrate on logical reasoning, critical analysis, persuasive oral and written communication, and the ability to build an argument. http://trinity.edu/departments/academic_affairs/ATS/index.htm DEADLINE: May 15, 2014

University of Chicago, 3-6 week programs throughout the summer

All grade levels. Students take undergraduate courses for college credit along with other high school and college students from around the globe. Course offerings are in a variety of areas: Law, Language, Business, Biological Sciences to name only a few. http://summer.uchicago.edu/highschool/programs

University of Massachusetts-Amherst, Three-2 week programs throughout the summer

Rising juniors and seniors. Summer program geared to help students learn what life is like in a university environment as they explore their areas of interest and develop the skills that will help them succeed in college. http://www.umass.edu/summercollege/ DEADLINE: Rolling admissions

University of Nebraska Summer Academic Camps, June 9-14, 2013

All grade levels. Academic camps available in 3D Animation and Virtual World Creation, Entrepreneurship, Filmmaking, Geology and Paleontology, The Outdoors, Textile Design, Youth Legislature, and Veterinary Science. Some scholarships are available. Registration form in my office. www.bigredcamps.unl.edu DEADLINE: Rolling admissions.

University of Southern California Summer Programs

All grade levels. Students can select from 4 or 2 week programs in the following subject areas: Architecture, Business, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Global Studies, Journalism, Performing Arts, Pre-Health/Sciences, Pre-Law, Visual Arts, and Writing. http://summer.usc.edu/index.shtml DEADLINE: Rolling admissions

Vanderbilt Summer Academy

All grade levels. Programs for talented youth. 1,2, 3 week sessions http://pty.vanderbilt.edu DEADLINE: Varies with program.

Washington University in St. Louis High School Summer Experiences

All grade levels. Students get an early taste of college life by taking college classes, participating in academic institutes and attending specialized seminars. Can earn college credit. http://summerexperiences.wustl.edu/

Humanities

Carleton College Liberal Arts Experience, July 5-11, 2014

Rising juniors. Students need to be of African American descent or interested in African American culture. www.carleton.edu/summer/clae Need to be nominated. DEADLINE: April 1, 2014

Carleton College Summer Writing Program, July 6-25, 2014

Rising seniors and high achieving rising juniors Emphasis on expository writing. http://apps.carleton.edu/summer/writing/

College of William and Mary Pre-Collegiate Summer Program in Early American History, June 22-July 12 or July 13-August 2, 2014

Current Sophomores and juniors. American history seen through the lens of The Virginia Experience. www.wm.edu/niahd DEADLINE: April 18, 2014

Christendom College, Four- 1 week sessions throughout the summer

Rising Juniors and Seniors. Students spend their mornings taking a variety of liberal arts classes and spend the afternoons enjoying a number of recreational and social events.

www.christendom.edu/summer Rolling admissions.

Gettysburg College, “Camp Psych,” June 22-27, 2014

All grade levels. A summer program which provides a window into how psychological science works by exploring some of the significant questions investigated by psychologists. http://www.gettysburg.edu/camppsych/ DEADLINE: Rolling

Juniper Institute for Young Writers, University of Massachusetts Amherst, June 29-July 11, 2014

Rising juniors and seniors. Residential creative writing program includes intensive workshops, craft sessions, and studio courses. $1300. Scholarships available. http://www.umass.edu/juniperyoungwriters/ DEADLINE: March 1, 2014 scholarship deadline

Lewis & Clark College, Fir Acres Workshop in Writing and Thinking, June 30- July 12, 2014

All grade levels. Two-week summer residency program modeled after the Language and Thinking Workshop at Bard College in NYC. https://college.lclark.edu/programs/fir_acres/ DEADLINE: Rolling admissions

LSU’s Manship School of Mass Communication: Louisiana Scholastic Journalism Institute

All grade levels. One week journalism training program, concentrating in the areas of newpaper, broadcast, yearbooks and multi-media. http://www.manship.lsu.edu/the-louisiana-scholastic-journalism-institute/

Middlebury Monterey Language Academy, June 22-July 17, 2014- available on 4 different college campuses

All grade levels. Language immersion on a college campus. In four weeks, over 90% achieve the equivalent of one year of a foreign language. http://mmla.middlebury.edu/

Sarah Lawrence College, Summer Programs for High School Students

Residential programs include Exploring Musical Theatre, Writer's Village: A Creative Writing Intensive, Sarah Lawrence College & The International Film Institute of New York Summer Film Intensive, White Mountain Summer Dance Festival

Schieffer Summer Journalism Camp, Texas Christian University, June 15-18, 2014

“Schieffer Summer is a two-week intensive journalism experience hosted on the TCU Campus by the School of Journalism in the Bob Schieffer College of Communication. The program brings top prospective journalism students from across the country to be trained by distinguished faculty and professionals in core journalism skills such as reporting, interviewing, storytelling, editing and photography. Participants learn by doing, creating a newspaper and website featuring their own work and producing their own TV newscast. Students will also attend a two-day multi-media boot camp in the TCU news studio. The 2014 Schieffer Summer Journalism Camp is open to rising juniors and seniors who want to hone their journalism skills.” DEADLINE: Rolling admissions to May 1, 2014 final deadline. http://www.schiefferschool.tcu.edu/1148.asp

Sewanee Young Writer’s Conference, June 29-July 12, 2014

Are you a high school student already bitten by the writing bug? Do you write poems or stories, in class or out, but wonder how good they are, and how you could make them better? Your parents admire them and your friends are impressed; your teachers help as much as they can. But what would a professional writer, doing the same sort of work and publishing it, make of your stuff? If you’ve asked yourself these sorts of questions, read on. And if you think the Sewanee Young Writers' Conference might be a valuable experience for you, get in touch with us and we’ll be glad to send you more information. DEADLINE: Rolling admissions http://www.sewanee.edu/ywc/

St. John’s College Summer Academy for High School Students

Week-long interdisciplinary curriculum based on the Great Books, seminar classes. Camp sessions at both St. John’s campuses, in Santa Fe and Annapolis. “An Intellectual Adventure” http://www.stjohnscollege.edu/admissions/summeracademy.shtml

Thomas Aquinas College, July 20-August 2, 2014

Rising seniors. Great Books Summer Program- $975. http://www.thomasaquinas.edu/admission/high-school-summer-program DEADLINE: Rolling admissions

University of Dallas: “Arete”, July 13- July 26, 2014

All grade levels. Introduction to the essential texts of western civilization through the ages-Greek, Renaissance and modern authors will be explored. http://www.udallas.edu/travel/highschoolprograms/areteinirving/ DEADLINE: March 1, 2014

University of Dallas: Shakespeare in Italy, July 8-July 25, 2014

Rising juniors and seniors. Study 3 of Shakespeare’s plays on their Rome campus. Can earn 3 hours of college credit. http://www.udallas.edu/travel/highschoolprograms/shakespeareinitaly/

Washington University in St. Louis Young Writers Institute, July 11-22, 2014

Sophomores and Juniors. Two-week residential program includes personal conferences, readings, craft talks, open-mike time, and panel discussions. Earn up to 3 college credits. http://summerschool.wustl.edu/swi

The Witherspoon Institute in Princeton NJ, The Moral Life and Classical Tradition, June 22-28, 2014

Rising juniors and seniors. The Witherspoon Institute is offering a high school philosophy seminar, which will concentrate in the ancient philosophical tradition and its influence in the Christian moral life. http://winst.org/centers/ceu/summer-seminars/moral-life-and-the-classical-tradition-seminar/

Wonderworks/University of Houston Summer Discovery Program in Architecture, Film, Drama, or Literature, June 16-July 18, 2014

Students entering grades 11 or 12. An intensive, hands-on studio in architecture and film, drama, and literature programs. This program also includes lectures and field trips. http://www.wonderworkshouston.org

Youth Ambassadors Program

Graduating seniors. Organized by the Smithsonian Latino Center. Students participate in a one-week training seminar at the Smithsonian Institute and then complete an internship at a recognized museum throughout the US. www.latino.si.edu/education

Leadership Opportunities

Foundation for Teaching Economics- “Economics for Leaders”-Campuses Across the Country: University of Texas, June 16-23, 2013

Current Juniors. EFL is a selective summer program that teaches leaders how to integrate economics into the process of decision-making through a hands-on experiential environment.

www.fte.org DEADLINE: March 4, 2013

Free Enterprise Leadership Challenge at University of Dallas, June 15-22, 2014

All grades. Through interactive, team building sessions, students will form and lead businesses with real money. http://www.fte.org/student-programs/economics-for-leaders-program/ DEADLINE: March 3, 2014

Houston Fellows Program

Juniors. The MLT-Houston Fellows Program is a year-long leadership development experience designed to give minority high school students the opportunity to develop leadership skills and career exposure while expanding peer and professional networks through a summer leadership summit and hands-on workshops during their senior year. Through the Houston Fellows Program, high-performing seniors gain the skills and experiences that give them an edge in college and their early careers. www.ml4t.org

Junior State of America Summer School, Georgetown, Princeton, Stanford, UVA, Beijing campuses

All grade levels. Need to possess a passionate interest in politics and current events and enjoy discussing and debating issues. http://summer.jsa.org DEADLINE: Rolling admission

LeadAmerica National Student Conferences, Summer 2014

All grade levels. Various locations include: Arizona State University, Babson College, Columbia University, Fordham University, Franklin W. Olin College of Engineering, George Washington University, Georgetown University, Johns Hopkins University, Pace University, Stanford University, University of California, Berkeley, University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). Conference topics range from medicine, engineering and robotics, business, and political science. www.lead-america.org

National Student Leadership Conference 2014

All grade levels. Career-focused leadership conferences in Washington DC, Chicago, San Francisco, New York: Medicine and Health Care, Engineering, Forensic Science, Law and Advocacy, Journalism, Education, U.S. Policy and Politics, Intelligence and National Security, International Diplomacy, Sports and Entertainment Management, Entrepreneurship and Business, Mastering Leadership, and Theater. http://www.nslcleaders.org

Notre Dame Leadership Seminars, July 21-31, 2013

All expenses paid program that brings civic-minded students together to discuss and debate pressing issues that concern our world. Space is limited. www.precollege.nd.edu

SPI-Global Leadership Programs, Two week programs throughout summer in worldwide locations

All grade levels. Program offers interaction with international business, government and community leaders through in-person visits and guest speakers. www.spiabroad.com DEADLINE: March 1, 2014

Subiendo hosted by McCombs School of Business, UT-Austin

Rising seniors. No cost to attend. A leadership seminar which explores issues important to the future of Texas. www.subiendoacademy.org

Thomas More College Catholic Leadership Institute, July 6-19, 2014

All grade levels. The institute prepares you for a life of leadership as you study the characteristics of great leaders from Catholic civilization and the rich wealth of Catholic social and political thought. Three college credit hours. $895. www.ThomasMoreCollege.edu/SummerProgram

DEADLINE: Rolling admissions

University of Mississippi-Lott Leadership Institute

Ideal for students interested in leadership and public service. If interested in learning about the nomination process: http://www.lottinst.olemiss.edu/outreach/summer_institute.html

Yale Young Global Scholars Program, Three Programs: Science, Policy, and Innovation, June 16-29; Politics, Law and Economics, July 7-20; or Studies in Grand Strategy July 26-August 8, 2014

Rising Juniors and Seniors. Experience Yale while attending lectures from top Yale faculty, participating in discussion-based seminars, and developing writing and presentation skills in small

group settings. Admission is competitive.

http://globalscholars.yale.edu/ DEADLINE: February 20, 2014

Legal Studies

Pre-Law Summer Experience, Stephen F. Austin State University. “Texas’ ONLY High School Pre-Law Experience.” June 8-14. http://www.sfasu.edu/laa/779.asp

Military Leadership Preparation

Norwich University Future Leaders Camp, June 29-July 12, July 20-August 2, 2014

9th, 10th, and 11th graders. Either program would be good for students interested in military/ROTC. http://www.norwich.edu/admissions/summerprograms/flc/ Future Leader Camp - FLC provides participants with a challenging and meaningful adventure camp experience while building an understanding of small group leadership techniques, leadership ethics, teamwork, problem-solving and effective communication. www. norwich.edu

DEADLINE: June 1, 2013

United States Air Force Academy, Summer Seminar

Summer Seminar at the United States Air Force Academy offers a unique opportunity to get the Academy experience first-hand. Specially designed for high school juniors heading into their senior year, Summer Seminar allows participants to see a realistic slice of cadet life. http://www.academyadmissions.com/admissions/outreach-programs/summer-seminar/

United States Military Academy Summer Leaders Seminar, June 7-13 or June 14-20, 2014

Rising seniors. Outstanding students interested in military leadership and/or West Point. $350. http://www.usma.edu/admissions/sitepages/summer.aspx DEADLINE: Rolling

United States Naval Academy Summer Seminar, May 31-June 5; June 7-12; June 14-19, 2014

The United States Naval Academy Summer Seminar is a fast-paced, six-day experience for high achievers who have completed their junior year in high school. Summer Seminar teaches you about life at the Naval Academy, where academics, athletics, and professional training play equally important roles in developing our nation's leaders. If you think that you may be interested in pursuing an appointment to one of the nation's service academies and serving your country as an officer, you should seriously consider attending the Naval Academy's Summer Seminar. http://www.usna.edu/Admissions/NASS/index.php DEADLINE: March 31, 2014

Travel, Volunteer, and Language Immersions

Broadreach Summer Adventures

Worldwide summer adventure learning programs including marine biology, scuba, sailing, language immersion, medicine, culture, arts, community service and leadership adventures. environmental study, language study and gap year opportunities in the world’s most beautiful places. Spots fill up in January/February. Visit www.overlandprograms.com

For 50 years, People-to-People Ambassador Programs

For 50 years, People-to-People Ambassador Programs, one of the world's most recognized and respected educational travel providers, has provided educational travel around the globe for more than 20,000 student Ambassadors annually. People-to-People Leadership Ambassadors have the unique opportunity to earn academic credit and foster world citizenship, fulfilling the vision of U.S. President Dwight D. Eisenhower, who founded the People-to-People movement in 1956. If you are interested in being nominated, please notify Mrs. Lander. After being accepted, students can apply for one of more than 20 competitive need and achievement- based scholarships. For more information visit http://www.peopletopeople.com/.

Putney Student Travel

All grade levels. Putney has been around for 59 years and offers students community service, global awareness, travel, and language immersion opportunities. www.goputney.com

Sail Caribbean

All grade levels. Eight different programs. Community Service is built into every program. www.sailcaribbean.com

Sol Abroad, Two-four week programs throughout summer

All grade levels. A homestay study abroad and Spanish immersion program in Argentina, Mexico, Costa Rica or Spain. www.solabroad.com

SPI-High School Language Immersion, Two week programs throughout summer in worldwide locations

All grade levels. Program combines linguistic immersion with cross-cultural exchange. www.spiabroad.com DEADLINE: Rolling admissions

Studio Art Centers International – Florence

Study abroad in Florence, Italy for artistically-minded students. www.saci-florence.edu

Summer Camps Barcelona

All grade levels. Sport camps and Spanish-cultural homestay summer program in Barcelona. www.summercampsbarcelona.com

Summer Study, 2-6 week programs in Paris, Buenos Aires, University of Colorado, Penn State, New York City

All grade levels. Offerings vary according to location: Language immersion, College Levels Courses, Outdoor Adventure. www.summerstudy.com DEADLINE: Rolling Admissions

Vision Service Adventures

All grades. Visions programs mix hands-on service work, intercultural living, and active exploration. Programs travel to Alaska, Mississippi, Montana, Nicaragua, British Virgin Islands, Guadaloupe, Dominica, Vietnam, Dominican Republic, Equador and The Galapagos, and Peru. www.visionserviceadventures.com DEADLINE: Rolling admissions

Wilderness Ventures

All grade levels. Outdoor travel adventures in a variety of locations. Scholarships available. www.wildernessventures.com

Walking Tree

Walking Tree teaches the value of community service, international travel and language learning in an immersion environment. Destinations include Costa Rica, China, Senegal, Guatemala, and Perú. www.walkingtree.org Scholarships available. DEADLINE: Rolling admissions.

Miscellaneous

Houston Baptist University-Summer Speed Reading Programs, variety of dates-4 weeks in length

All grade levels. For more information call 1-800-979-9151.

Houston Zoo Crew-9 week program

All grade levels. Gives exposure to careers in the zoo field while learning about animals and conservation. http://www.houstonzoo.org/teen

Texas A&M University-STARS (Summer Training in Agriculture and Related Sciences)

Rising sophomores and juniors. To provide students enrichment in agriculture and related sciences, as well as to expose them to programs in the College Of Agriculture and Life Sciences. For more information contact: Dr. Danielle Harris- danielleh@tamu.edu

Landmark College Summer Program for High School Students with Learning Differences, Southern Oregon University

All grade levels. A summer program tailored to students who learn differently. In the classroom, they will build academic performance through specific skill and strategy development to help them be successful at the college level. www.landmark.edu/summer.

SuperCamp

All grade levels. Learning and life skills. Various locations in US. www.supercamp.com

4 Star Camps

All grade levels. Academic, golf, and tennis camps at University of Virginia. www.4starcamps.com

Julian Krinsky Fitness, Golf, and Tennis Camps

All grade levels. Managed by Tennis Pro, Julian Krinsky. Programs are held in Philadelphia. http://www.jkcp.com/

Hospital Volunteering

Memorial Hermann

http://www.memorialhermann.org/volunteer

Methodist

http://www.houstonmethodist.org/basic-right.cfm?id=37243

Texas Children’s

https://waystogive.texaschildrens.org

MD Anderson

http://www.mdanderson.org/how-you-can-help

Gap Year Programs

Sojourns Abroad

Graduating seniors. Service learning in Paris and Barcelona. www.study-serve.org