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Program TypeCity & State of ProgramApplication Deadline Program Name & Link Requirement for Current Grade
and/or Age		Brief Description of Program
Special Note: For summer programs with a cost, apply for the program's financial aid/scholarships AND apply for the Boston Prep's Summer Enrichment Scholarship. Please email Mrs. Leonidas for Boston Prep's Summer Enrichment Scholarship application.
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Pre-College/AcademicSt. Louis, MissouriFri, March 06, 2026Gateway to Business 10th, 11thSpend a week exploring business and leadership over the summer in St Louis, MO where high school students work on real-world projects, learn from faculty, and build teamwork and professional skills. Students also earn college credit and get a taste of college-level business study.
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Program, OtherBoston, MassachusettsSun, March 08, 2026UN Association of Greater Boston’s Summer Institute in Global Leadership6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11thThe United Nations Association of Greater Boston (UNAGB) is offering week-long Model UN summer programs for students in grades 6 through 12, covering topics like human rights, global health, climate change, leadership, and international security. Scholarships, including full awards, are available.
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Pre-College/AcademicChicago, ILThu, March 12, 2026UChicago Summer Session for 1-Week Enrichment Programs9th, 10th, 11thExplore topics like coding, creative writing, leadership, science, and more in a one-week UChicago Pre-College Enrichment program. Live on campus, join hands-on workshops, and get a taste of college life with fellow high school students.
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Pre-College/AcademicBoston, MassachusettsFri, March 13, 2026Becoming Entrepreneurial at Suffolk University10th, 11thExplore entrepreneurship at Suffolk University with a free three-week in-person experience where you will develop business skills, work on team projects, and pitch your own ideas. Earns 3 college credits from and for Suffolk. The program includes daily lunches and a MBTA pass for commuting to campus.
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Pre-College/AcademicBoston, MassachusettsFri, March 13, 2026Titletown to Sneaker Town: An Inside Look at Boston’s Sports Industry10th, 11thExplore the sports industry at Suffolk University’s Sports Management Summer Program, a free 3-week in-person experience where you can earn 3 college credits from and for Suffolk. The program includes daily lunch and a MBTA pass for commuting to campus.
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Pre-College/AcademicBoston, MassachusettsFri, March 13, 2026Wentworth's ImpactLab10th, 11thExplore real‑world STEM and tech topics where you can choose hands‑on classes in areas like engineering, robotics, cybersecurity, and design. You’ll build practical skills, work on projects with other high school students, and get a taste of college‑level learning in a supportive setting.
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Employment/InternshipBoston, MassachusettsSun, March 15, 2026Generation Teach Summer Teaching Fellowship11thThe Generation Teach Summer Teaching Fellowship is a summer fellowship for high school and undergraduate students who want to lead real classrooms, develop transferable leadership skills, and make a meaningful impact on students.

This program accepts and reviews applications monthly. There are application deadlines for Feb 15, March 15, April 15, and May 15, 2026.
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Employment/InternshipBoston, MassachusettsFri, March 27, 2026The Nelson Fellowship Program10th, 11thSix-week paid summer program where students work with federal judges and court staff at the U.S. District Court in Boston, gaining real insight into the judicial system. Fellows take part in classes on topics like civil rights and public speaking, meet community leaders, visit colleges, and end the summer with a mock trial before a federal judge. It’s a hands-on way to build skills, learn about law and civic engagement, and experience court life up close.
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Program, OtherBoston, MassachusettsTue, March 31, 2026Kennedy-Breyer Civics Scholars Program9thFree, week-long summer experience that helps students understand how the three branches of government work together to shape our democracy. Through visits to the Edward M. Kennedy Institute, the JFK Presidential Library and Museum, and Moakley Federal Courthouse, students explore the unique roles and connections of each branch. Participants engage in hands-on activities and simulations by following the First Step Act through the legislative, executive, and judicial process.
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Pre-College/AcademicNewton, MassachusettsTue, March 31, 2026Summer Pre-College at the Charles River Campus of UMass Amherst9th, 10th, 11thExplore college‑level classes and campus life at UMass Amherst’s Charles River Campus with summer pre‑college programs that let you dive into subjects like calculus, psychology, design, public health, and veterinary technology. You’ll take part in hands‑on academics, connect with other students, and get a feel for what college is like in a fun, supportive setting — with options to live on campus or commute.
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Pre-College/AcademicAmherst, MassachusettsTue, March 31, 2026Summer Pre-College Residential Programs at UMass Amherst9th, 10th, 11thAcademic programs with courses taught by UMass faculty and graduate students. There are programs available in 25+ topics, ranging from Anthropology to Veterinary & Animal Sciences and everything inbetween. Whether you're looking for hands-on lab sciences, computer programming, business, or architecture & design, UMass Amherst has a pre-college program to fit your interests.
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Pre-College/AcademicSt. Louis, MissouriWed, April 01, 2026Creative Immersion Institute, Precollege Program 9th, 10th, 11thA two‑week residential program allowing students dive into writing, visual arts, and creative expression through hands‑on workshops and collaborative projects. Participants experiment with different artistic mediums, learn from experienced instructors, and build a portfolio while exploring what creativity looks like in a college environment.
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Pre-College/AcademicSt. Louis, MissouriWed, April 01, 2026Environmental Studies Institute, Precollege Program9th, 10th, 11thA two‑week residential program where students explore science behind climate change and how humans impact the planet. Through hands‑on projects, discussions, and interactive lessons, students build practical problem‑solving skills and learn how to think like environmental scientist.
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Pre-College/AcademicBoston, MassachusettsFri, April 03, 2026New England High School Journalism Collaborative Summer Workshop9th, 10th, 11th, 12thAll-expense-paid summer workshop for students interested in journalism. Students will be housed and work out of a newsroom at Simmons University in Boston, and learn to report, write, edit for a newspaper, and produce multimedia projects for a website. They will be assigned stories, conduct interviews, and will be exposed to working on a deadline to create their own newspaper. The workshop dates are June 20-27, 2026. Only serious candidates!
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Employment/InternshipBoston, MassachusettsFri, April 03, 2026Junior Summer Volunteer at Boston Medical Center10th, 11thThis program will allow students to gain valuable knowledge and insight into the patient’s care experience at BMC through interactive engagement and consultation with the hospital and clinical professionals.
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Program, OtherWashington D.C.Mon, April 13, 20262026 ACLU National Advocacy Institute10th, 11th
Ages 15 -18		Explore civil rights and advocacy in Washington, D.C. with the ACLU National Advocacy Institute, learning from lawyers and activists about legal strategy, policy, and real-world advocacy. Participate in workshops, site visits, and discussions to develop skills to make a difference in your community.
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Employment/InternshipBoston, MassachusettsFri, April 17, 2026BU GROW11thSpend six weeks doing real STEM research where you’re placed in a university lab and work on hands‑on projects with guidance from researchers. You’ll gain experience presenting your work, hear from guest speakers about careers in science, and earn a stipend for completing the program.
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Program, OtherBoston, MassachusettsFri, April 24, 2026PROMYS Pathways Summer Program8th, 9th, 10th, 11thJump into fun and challenging math with PROMYS Pathways, a free summer program at Boston University for high school students. Solve problems and work with mentors and other students to build your math skills, creativity, and confidence—even if you haven’t had access to advanced math before.
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Employment/InternshipBoston, MassachusettsFri, April 24, 2026Seed Crew with The Food Project8th, 9th, 10th, 11th
Ages: 14- 17		During this six-week summer program, teens (ages 14-17) work with staff to grow and distribute vegetables to the community and learn about the complexities of the food system, social injustices, and key leadership skills. At the end of the summer youth have tools to make lasting, positive impacts in their communities and gain newfound relationships with the land and each other.
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Pre-College/AcademicSt. Louis, MissouriThu, April 30, 2026Architecture Discovery Program, Precollege 10th, 11th A two-week summer program where students explore the basics of architecture and design through hands-on, faculty-guided studio projects while building skills and creating portfolio-ready work. Students earn college credit upon successful completion.
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Pre-College/AcademicWorcester, MassachusettsThu, April 30, 2026Frontiers at WPI9th, 10th, 11thDive into hands-on STEM projects and tackle real-world challenges with other high school students. Learn from college faculty, collaborate in teams, and get a taste of life on a university campus while building skills in science, technology, and engineering.
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Pre-College/AcademicBoston, MassachusettsThu, April 30, 2026Future Healthcare Professionals: Summer Nursing Academy10th, 11th
Must be 16 years old		This weeklong immersion experience includes hands-on training facilitated by faculty from Emmanuel’s Maureen Murphy Wilkens School of Nursing & Clinical Sciences in our state-of-the-art skills and simulation lab, certifications in CPR and Stop the Bleed, introductions to many areas of nursing presented by nurse specialists! Additionally, you will tour renowned healthcare facilities located in our neighboring Longwood Medical and Academic Area.
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Pre-College/AcademicSewanee, TennesseeFri, May 01, 2026Sewanee's Pre-College Program: SUMMA Theological Debate9th, 10th, 11thA week‑long theological debate camp that lets participants explore big questions through lectures, discussion, and competitive debate, and offers full or partial tuition scholarships based on financial need
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Pre-College/AcademicMilton, MASat, June 20, 2026Summer Graphic Design Institute10th, 11thLearn graphic design in a week at Curry College, building skills and creating portfolio-ready work. Participate in hands-on classes, studio visits, and campus life while exploring a career in design.
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Employment/InternshipBoston, MassachusettsApplications are accepted on a rolling basisABCD Youth Engaged in Action (YEA!)Age: 13 years old onlyFree two-week course designed for income-eligible middle school 13-year olds. YEA! builds on their ability to become young leaders through awareness, advocacy and the opportunity to take action. Throughout the session, they will learn how government works, how to take positive action on challenges that face our community, and how financial wellness is important for themselves and their communities at large.
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Pre-College/AcademicBoston, MassachusettsApplications are accepted on a rolling basisAcademic Immersion (AIM), Boston University10th, 11thA three-week residential or commuter summer program where students focus on one subject while experiencing life on college campus. This summer’s tracks include Psychology, Medicine, Creative Writing, and Business, with hands-on activities and classroom learning.
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Pre-College/AcademicWaltham, MassachusettsApplications are accepted on a rolling basisBentley Pre-College Programs10th, 11thDive into courses like Wall Street 101 covering finance, investing, and fintech, or sharpen your skills with Data Analytics. Get creative with entrepreneurship classes on innovation, social impact, and even the business of beauty and influencers. Lead the way with women’s leadership programs, score big in sports management, or try your hand at writing and risk management.
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Program, OtherAllston, MassachusettsApplications are accepted on a rolling basisBioBuilder's Summer Research10th, 11th, 12th Spend two weeks this summer exploring synthetic biology and bioengineering? BioBuilder’s Summer Research Program (July 20–31, 2026) offers hands-on lab experience, mentorship, and the chance to create your own biotech projects, plus full scholarships for 10th-12th graders at Boston-area Title I schools. Apply by June 1 (or while spots last) and jump into cutting-edge science in our state-of-the-art Allston lab!
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Pre-College/AcademicBoston, MassachusettsApplications are accepted on a rolling basisSummer Challenge, Boston University9th, 10th, 11thA two-week residential or commuter program in which students take two non-credit seminars of their choice and experience a taste of college life.
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Pre-College/AcademicCambridge, MassachusettsApplications are accepted on a rolling basisThe Academies (On Campus) by Harvard Student Agencies9th, 10th, 11thThe On-Campus Summer Academies are academic enrichment programs for high school students, held on Harvard's campus, covering the fields of Business, Finance, Pre-Med, Government, and Coding. Each course contains forty hours of programming, featuring engaging lectures, keynote speeches from professionals in the field, field trips, and an interactive final project presentation. The Academies are uniquely positioned to foster connections between you and Harvard undergraduate mentors.
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Employment/InternshipRemoteApplications are accepted on a rolling basisTurnUp Youth Activism Remote Internship Application9th, 10th, 11th, 12thInterested in civics, activism, or making a real impact? Work with students from across the country, earn community service hours, build professional skills, receive certificates, and even qualify for awards like the President’s Volunteer Service Award. Offers a flexible schedule.
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Pre-College/AcademicSewanee, TennesseeApplications are accepted on a rolling basis, once per weekSewanee's Pre-College Program: Sewanee Environmental Institute9th, 10th, 11th10‑day residential field‑studies program that immerses you in environmental science through hands‑on exploration of Sewanee’s ecosystems, and limited financial aid is available via a request form included in registration
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Employment/InternshipBoston, MassachusettsTBD - Application opens in late Feb/early MarchFranklin Park Zoo: Summer ZooTeen9th, 10th, 11thGain real work experience at Franklin Park Zoo while learning professional and life skills through meaningful roles like animal care, guest education, and horticulture. Participants can take on paid or volunteer positions (with paid roles available for Boston and Cambridge residents).
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Employment/InternshipBoston, MassachusettsTBD - Application opens in late Feb/early MarchfutureBOS - Youth Employment & OpportunityAge: 14+futureBOS has thousands of opportunities for youth ages 14 - 18 and young adults ages 19 - 24 living in Boston. Applications for school year jobs are currently closed, but come back in March 2026 for updates on summer jobs.
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Program, OtherBoston, MassachusettsTBD - Application opens in late Feb/early MarchWorld Ocean School: Advanced Ambassador (Ages 16-19)10th, 11th, 12thTake your leadership and seamanship skills to the next level in this immersive sailing program, learning hands-on from professional crew members in all areas of ship operations. Step outside your comfort zone with land-based excursions and potential overnight sails, building confidence and advanced skills — no prior sailing experience required, just a willingness to learn and grow.
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Program, OtherBoston, MassachusettsTBD - Application opens in late Feb/early MarchWorld Ocean School: Summer Ambassador (Ages 12-15)8th, 9th, 10th, 11thEmbark on an immersive, live-aboard sailing adventure where you'll learn tall ship sailing, teamwork, and navigation alongside a professional crew and fellow students. Explore marine science, engineering, and maritime history through hands-on training, field trips, and real-world experiences — no prior sailing experience required, just curiosity and a sense of adventure!
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Program, OtherBoston, MassachusettsTBD - Application opens in late Feb/early MarchYouth Build Boston: Designery Program9th, 10th, 11thParticipants engage in the design process and learn how design can drive social change and empower communities. Through hands-on projects and mentorship, students explore various design fields, including architecture, urban planning, interior design, and construction. The program highlights how thoughtful design meets community needs and creates functional spaces.