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1 | Open | Program | Location | Keywords | Description | Grade Level | Eligibility Requirements | Selectivity | Cost | App Deadline | Website | Notes | |||||||||||||||||
2 | Yes | Leadership STEM Camp 2019 @ UT Dallas | Dallas, TX | STEM, Leadership, coding , comptuper science | 3D Animations using Alice,Introductory Game Maker,Java Programming, Coding with Drone, Engineering Projects with Arduino,Drawings using JavaScript,Mobile Apps using MIT App Inventor Games in Python, Hands-on with Robots, Pre-Med | 8th,9th, 10th,11th,12th | Open for all Harmony students. | No selection wil be made | $360 | 5/2/2019 | Girls camp -- May 23-27, 2019 Boys Camp -- May 27-31,2019 Residential | ||||||||||||||||||
3 | Open | Program | Location | Keywords | Description | Grade Level | Eligibility Requirements | Selectivity | Cost | App Deadline | Website | Notes | |||||||||||||||||
4 | No | 2018 iEducate Summer Camp | HISD elementary schools | education; teaching; work experience | Lead 4-5th grade students in lessons and activities around reading, math, science, art, and engineering at a free enrichment camp organized by iEducate at participating elementary schools, | 10th, 11th, 12th, College | To be paid, you must be eligible to work in the US; Prior experience teaching or tutoring is preferred | Selective (30 positions available) | Volunteer & Paid positions available | 5/11/2018 | summer.iEducateUSA.org | ||||||||||||||||||
5 | No | 3D Object Modeling & Printing Summer Program | Gettysburg College | computer science; technology | Study 3D object modeling and printing | 9th, 10th, 11th | Fundamental computer knowledge | Moderately Selective | Fee is $1,395 + travel expenses (no scholarships actively awarded; may consider on an individual basis) | 5/1/2019 | http://www.gettysburg.edu/about/offices/it/summercamp/#application | The earlier you submit the application, the better! | |||||||||||||||||
6 | No | ACLU Summer Advocacy Institute | Washington, DC | social justice; politics | An intensive 8-day programs, you will learn directly from lawyers, lobbyists, community activists, and other experts working to defend the civil rights and liberties critical to a free and open society. | 10th, 11th | Strong interest in social justice, civil liberties, and advocacy | Moderately Selective (700 to 1000 students selected) | Tuition is $2895 (Need-based scholarships range from $400 to $2895) | 01/19/18 | https://action.aclu.org/summer-institute/summer-institute-application | ||||||||||||||||||
7 | No | Advanced Placement/Early Admission (AP/EA) Program | Carnegie Mellon University | Academic; college immersion | A challenging, credit-bearing summer program for students interested in taking Carnegie Mellon classes for college credit. You take up to two courses and can choose from math, science, engineering, and humanities courses. | 11th | Specific requirements per course; strong academic record; US citizen/permanent resident | Highly Selective | Limited # of full scholarships | 3/1/2018 | https://admission.enrollment.cmu.edu/pages/access-apea | Opens November 2018 | |||||||||||||||||
8 | No | AMIGOS | Latin American countries | International; community service | Volunteer in a Latin American country! | 10th, 11th | None! Just a desire to get outside of your comfort zone and give back to a Latin American country; knowledge of Spanish preferred | Funds are limited! | Need-based financial assistance available | 11/5/2018 | https://houston.amigosinternational.org/ | 11/05/18: $350 discount deadline 12/03/18: Guaranteed project choice 04/09: Final deadline | |||||||||||||||||
9 | Yes | CIEE Language Program | Global Travel (Session 1: June-July Session 2:July-August) | Travel, Language, Culture, Service, Abroad, Leadership, Global, Diversity | Explore a different culture in more than 30 amazing destinations across the world. Come home with new skills, newfound passion, a broader perspective – and maybe even college credits! | 9th, 10th,11th | Open to all US Citizenship or Permanent Resident | Moderately Selective | 100% tuition scholarships available | 11/30/2018 | https://www.ciee.org/go-abroad/high-school-study-abroad/summer?program_type=286#node-143466 | Decisions made by December 15th 2018 Application Fee can be waived if high needs- contact Natalie Mishra (nmishra@ciee.org) | |||||||||||||||||
10 | No | Athena Summer Innovation Institute | Barnard College (NYC) | Entrepreneurship; leadership; social change | An intensive, 10-day boot camp that provides young women with the practical skills and knowledge they need to develop new ideas that will make a difference in the world | 10th, 11th | Female identified students | Highly Selective for need-based scholarship | Partial scholarships awarded & one full need-based scholarship awarded | 3/23/2018 | https://barnard.edu/summer/ASII | ||||||||||||||||||
11 | No | Bank of America Student Leaders | Local nonprofits & leadership summit in Washington DC | Community service; job experience; leadership | Students are awarded a paid 8-week summer internship with a local nonprofit. | 11th, 12th | Be legally authorized to work in the US; good standing at school; Bank of America employees or members of family are not eligible for nomination. | Selective | Free; paid summer internship | 2/2/2018 | https://about.bankofamerica.com/en-us/global-impact/student-leader-eligibility-criteria.html#fbid=Rxi8jdRDubl | Open late Fall | |||||||||||||||||
12 | No | Bank of America Summer Youth Internship Program | Various non-profit organizations in Houston | non-profit; career exploration | Gain real-world work experience at a local nonprofit organization or Bank of America financial center | 10th, 11th, 12th, College | Must be 18+ for 10 available banking positions; must have a social security # | Moderately Selective (87 positions available) | Earn $10-15/hour by interning 20-30 hours/week for 6-7 weeks | 5/4/2018 | http://serhouston.org/youth-young-adults/bank-of-america/ | ||||||||||||||||||
13 | N/A | Baylor College of Medicine Saturday Morning Science | Baylor College of Medicine | Medicine; premed; career exploration; research | 10-week hands-on science program during the school year (2 Saturdays/month) | 10th, 11th,12th | Any student with an interest in medicine and bioscience research | Unsure | $40 | 12/28/2017 | https://www.bcm.edu/about-us/diversity-inclusion/programs/saturday-morning-science/applications | ||||||||||||||||||
14 | Yes | Rustic Pathways Service Scholarship | All over the world! | International; community service | Volunteer abroad! | 10th, 11th | Combined family income needs to be less than $95,000 to be considered for scholarship | Funds are limited! 100 students were selected last year | Need-based financial assistance available | 12/2/2018 | https://rusticpathways.com/grant-application/?gid=16347 | ||||||||||||||||||
15 | Yes | The YES Abroad Program | Countries w/ significant Muslim populations | Internationa; language & cultural immersion | Participate in an academic year home-stay program in countries with significant Muslim populations | 10th, 11th, 12th | U.S. Citizen; born between February 1, 2001 and August 1, 2004; GPA of 3.0 + | Selective | Merit-based scholarship | 12/4/2018 | http://www.yes-abroad.org/how-to-apply | ||||||||||||||||||
16 | No | Black Issues Forum | Colorado State University 6/11/19-6/15/19 | Social justice; activism; policy | Discuss and evaluate the important issues of today that affect the African American community at the local, state, national, and/or global level | 11th | GPA 3.0 +; enrolled in rigorous courses; involvedin leadership, school, family, and community activities | Selective | Free if selected (except for airfare) | 3/5/2019 | https://admissions.colostate.edu/BIF/ | Feb 2019 | |||||||||||||||||
17 | No | Bovard at University of Southern California | University of Southern California | Admissions help, test-taking prep, writing workshops, networking | Get admitted to top-tier universities, explore potential careers, test-taking prep/strategies | 11th | 4.0 GPA, Enrolled in Algebra 2/Trigonometry/Higher Math Level, Demonstrate financial need, Have taken AP/IB classes if offered | Selective | Free, including transportation to and from campus | 2/16/2018 | https://bovardscholars.usc.edu/our-scholars/ | ||||||||||||||||||
18 | Yes | LEDA Scholars | Princeton University | Leadership | SAT prep; Aspects of Leadership Curriculum | 11th | U.S. Citizen, permanent resident, or DACA, 3.6 GPA (unweighted), top 10% of class, family income below $85,000 | Very Selective | Free to those selected | 12/8/2018 | http://ledascholars.org/our-program/leda-scholars-program/recruitment-admissions/apply/ | ||||||||||||||||||
19 | Yes | Congress-Bundestag Youth Exchange (CBYX) | Germany | International; language & cultural immersion | Participate in an academic year home-stay program in Germany. | 10th, 11th, 12th | U.S. Citizen; born between February 1, 2001 and August 1, 2004; GPA of 3.0 + | Selective | Merit-based scholarship | 12/11/2018 | http://www.usagermanyscholarship.org/apply-ciee | ||||||||||||||||||
20 | No | Bucknell Academy Summer Experience | Bucknell University | Social impact; academic; college immersion; liberal arts | Develop creative problem solving skills that will help you make an impact on the work with Bucknell faculty from across academic areas | 10th, 11th | Strong academic record (mostly As and Bs in rigorous classes); enjoy collaborating and leading; have a genuine interest in the liberal arts and creative problem solving | Selective | $1000 (need-based financial aid available) | 4/20/2018 | http://www.bucknell.edu/base | ||||||||||||||||||
21 | No | Bucknell Engineering Camp | Bucknell University | Engineering; STEM; college immersion | An academically challenging, hands-on introduction to various engineering disciplines. | 9th, 10th, 11th | Strong academic record | Highly Selective | Cost is $1000; need-based financial assistance available | 3/15/2018 | http://bucknell.edu/academics/engineering-college-of/special-engineering-programs/engineering-camp/how-to-apply.html | ||||||||||||||||||
22 | Yes | Camp Rising Sun | New York | leadership; community service; intercultural understanding | A full scholarship leadership program designed to promote personal growth, leadership skills, a service ethic, and intercultural understanding. | 15 to 16 | Demonstrated leadership potential | Highly selective; 60 young men and 60 young women are selected across the world. | Free if selected | 1/14/2019 | http://www.lajf.org/apply-2018/ | Girls Session Dates: 6/22-7/19 Boys Session Dates: 7/27-8/23 | |||||||||||||||||
23 | Yes | The Experiment in International Living Leadership Institute Program | India or South Africa | International; leadership | The Leadership Institute in India is focused on Community Development & Public Health; the one in South Africa is on Peace and Human Rights | 11th | Strong academic performance and civic engagement; interest in global issues | Highly competitive | Need-based financial assistance available | 1/16/2019 | https://www.experiment.org/apply/financing/ | ||||||||||||||||||
24 | No | Camp ARCH | Texas A&M | Architecture; college immersion; career exploration | Explore architecture, construction science, landscape architecture, or game design | 9th, 10th, 11th | Interest in pursuing a career in Architecture | Moderately Selective | $1200 + travel expenses (scholarships available) | 4/1/2018 | http://youthadventureprogram.com/camp-arch/ | ||||||||||||||||||
25 | No | Camp BUILD | Texas A&M | Civil Engineering; college immersion | A one-week summer camp designed for students to explore Civil Engineering | 10th, 11th | Strong academic record (mostly As and Bs in rigorous classes) | Moderately Selective | $400 (a number of need-based, partial scholarships are available for students) | 4/22/2018 | http://engineering.tamu.edu/civil/academics/build | ||||||||||||||||||
26 | No | Camp Psych | Gettysburg College | psychology; college immersion | A window into how psychological science works | 9th, 10th, 11th | Strong academic record (mostly As and Bs in rigorous courses) | Highly Selective | Fee is $1,295 + travel expenses (2 to 3 full tuition waivers awarded based on academic performance and financial need) | 1/22/2018 | http://www.gettysburg.edu/academics/psychology/student/camp-psych/index.dot | Add your email to the link to get application information when opens. | |||||||||||||||||
27 | Yes | Rustic Pathways 2019 Critical Issues Summit | Laos, Vietnam, Myanmar, Thailand, Cambodia | Global Growth, Education, Refugee Crisis, Water Access | A two-week experience that will bring together 100 change makers from more than 20 countries. Examine one of five global critical issues in a local community. | 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th | Change makers and future leaders; proven history of service in their community; passion for tackling systemic issues | Highly Selective (25 students selected) | Free if selected | 1/17/2019 | https://rusticpathways.com/students/scholarships/critical-issues-summit-scholarship | Nomination encouraged - https://connect.rusticpathways.com/critical-issues-nomination | |||||||||||||||||
28 | No | Campaigns & Elections Academy | Gettysburg College | political science; government; college immersion; public service | Learn about the origins and evolution of democracy in America and gain hands-on experiences related to modern political campaigns | 10th, 11th | Demostrated leadershi and commitment to public service; strong interest in campaigns and elections | Moderately Selective | Fee is $1,275 + travel expenses (no scholarships provided) | 05/01/18 | http://eisenhowerinstitute.org/programs/campaigns-and-elections-academy/apply.dot | The earlier you submit the application, the better! | |||||||||||||||||
29 | No | Canada/USA Math Camp | Colorado School of Mines (Golden, CO) | Math; problem solving | A 5-week long summer program for mathematically talented high school students, designed to expose them to the beauty of advanced mathematical ideas and to new ways of thinking | 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th | Comfortable with HS algebra, geometry, trig, exponents and logarithms; completed Pre-Calculus | Highly Selective | Free for families with household income under $65,000; otherwise, scholarship amount is decided on an individual basis. | 3/15/2018 | https://www.mathcamp.org/prospectiveapplicants/ | ||||||||||||||||||
30 | No | Carleton Liberal Arts Experience (CLAE) | Carleton College | Education, Religion, African American Studies, Forensics, Economics, Public Policy | ACT and SAT Prep, College application help, | 10th | Students of African American descent or students who have an interest in African American culture | Highly Selective (only 52 students selected) | Free if selected (except for airfare) | 4/1/2018 | https://apps.carleton.edu/summer/clae/ | ||||||||||||||||||
31 | Yes | The Coolidge Scholarship | Plymouth Notch, Vermont | Scholarship; public policy; service | An annually awarded, full-ride, presidential scholarship that covers a student's tuition, room, board, and expenses for four years of undergraduate study at any accredited college or university in the US | 11th | Strong academic record (mostly As and Bs in rigorous classes); demonstrated interest in public policy; track record of service; must be US citizen or legal permanent resident | Highly Selective (2 or 3 students/year) | Free; full scholarship | 1/23/2019 | https://coolidgescholars.org/apply/ | ||||||||||||||||||
32 | Yes | British American Foundation of Texas Junior Achiever Award | United Kingdom | International; history | Study in Great Britan for two weeks this summer! Learn about British culture, visit historic sites, etc. | 11th | Come from a low income household; maintain a competitive GPA and excellent attendance record; be eligible for a US passport | Highly Competitive | Full scholarship (including airfare) | 1/31/2019 | https://www.baftx.org/junior-achiever-scholarship/ | ||||||||||||||||||
33 | No | Coding for Robotics & Electronics | Gettysburg College | computer science; coding | Learn about Arduino, an open source electronics platform based on easy to use hardware and software. | 9th, 10th, 11th | Fundamental computer knowledge | Moderately Selective | Fee is $1,395 + travel expenses (no scholarships actively awarded; may consider on an individual basis) | 05/01/19 | http://itsummercamps.sites.gettysburg.edu/coding/ | The earlier you submit the application, the better! | |||||||||||||||||
34 | No | College Admission Workshop | Smith College | College prep; college research | Learn to navigate the complicated college application process, write a college-level essay, ace a college admissions interview, and give an introductory speech | 9th, 10th, 11th | Strong academic record | Selective | Limited need-based financial aid available | 3/1/2018 | https://www.smith.edu/academics/precollege-programs/how-to-apply | Late December 2018 | |||||||||||||||||
35 | No | College Preparation Program | Northwestern University | academic; college immersion | Take undergraduate courses for college credit or enroll in a two-week IN FOCUS seminar in a special topic area | 11th | B average or better | Highly selective for financial aid | Limited number of need-based scholarships available | 3/1/2018 | http://sps.northwestern.edu/program-areas/summer/high-school-programs/college-preparation-program/index.php | Goes live Winter 2018 | |||||||||||||||||
36 | No | Collegiate World Series (CWS), National Hispanic Institute | Cabrini University (PA), Saint Leo University (FL), or University of North Texas (Denton, TX) | college prep; college immersion; leadership | For five days, the CWS shepherds students into the transition of going into independent mode - adulthood - and the responsibilities that come with it. | 11th | Minimum 3.3/4.0 GPA | Moderately Selective | $695 + transportation to and from the host campus (scholarships available) | 4/20/2018 | https://www.nationalhispanicinstitute.org/cws/ | ||||||||||||||||||
37 | Yes | The Experiment in International Living | All over the world! | International; educational | This program ofers 33 summer abroad programs in 27 countries. | 10th, 11th | Some of the programs have a language requirement | Funds are limited! | Need-based financial assistance available | 2/1/2019 | https://www.experiment.org/apply/financing/ | ||||||||||||||||||
38 | No | Cornell Summer College | Cornell University | college immersion; academic | Take college courses with renowned faculty in the following areas: 1. Architecture, Art, Design, and Fashion, 2. Business and Hospitality, 3. College Success, 4. Computer Science and Engineering, 5. Debate, Literature, and Songwriting | 10th, 11th | Vary by program; strong academic record (mostly As and Bs in rigorous classes); interest in whichever area you choose | Highly Selective for financial aid | Cost varies by program; limited number of partial scholarships *not available for non-credit Robotcs program | 04/06/18 | https://www.sce.cornell.edu/sc/programs/index.php | The earlier you submit the application, the better! | |||||||||||||||||
39 | No | CREATEatUT | UT Austin | STEM | Introduction to a variety of engineering studies and exciting career options | 10th | Female identified students | Moderately Selective | $50; registration fee scholarships available | 4/15/2018 | http://www.engr.utexas.edu/wep/k12/createatut | Late November | |||||||||||||||||
40 | No | Criminal Justice Summer Camp | Sam Houston State University | Criminal justice; career exploration | Gain hands-on experience in criminal justice | 9th, 10th, 11th | Interest in learning more about criminal justice | Moderately Selective | $700 | 3/30/2018 | http://www.shsu.edu/academics/criminal-justice/events/camp.html | ||||||||||||||||||
41 | No | Dance in the City | Barnard College (NYC) | Dance; music | Learn about dance from four different perspectives: as a scholar, as a dancer, as a choreographer, and as an audience member | 10th, 11th | Female identified students | Highly Selective for need-based scholarship | Partial scholarships awarded & one full need-based scholarship awarded | 3/23/2018 | https://barnard.edu/summer/dance | ||||||||||||||||||
42 | No | Davidson College's July Experience | Davidson College | liberal arts; academic; college immersion | A rigorous three-week college immersion program. Students take two liberal arts courses taught by full-time Davidson faculty | 10th, 11th | Strong academic record | Selective (acceptance rate is 45%) | Limited need-based financial aid is available | 3/28/2018 | https://www.davidson.edu/offices/july-experience/application | ||||||||||||||||||
43 | No | Design Connect Create Physics Camp for Young Women | Rice University | STEM; physics | Free, two-week day camp for girls who plan to take Physics during fall 2018. | 9th, 10th | Have taken pre-AP Chemistry before summer 2018 and are signed up to take Physics during Fall 2018. | Unsure | Free if selected | 4/21/2018 | https://www.rstem.rice.edu/dcc-physics-camp | ||||||||||||||||||
44 | No | Discover Yourself in Accounting Majors and Careers (DYNAMC) | UT Austin McCombs School of Business | Accounting, Networking | Offers high school students from all backgrounds the chance to explore career paths in accounting. | 10th, 11th | minimum 3.5 (out of 4.0) GPA | Selective | Free if selected | 4/1/2018 | https://www.mccombs.utexas.edu/BBA/Academics/Summer-High-School-Programs | ||||||||||||||||||
45 | No | Disney Dreamers Academy | Walt Disney World Resort (Orlando, FL) | Social change; leadership | Dream big and get a jump start on making your dreams come true! Participate in a wide variety of interactive career sessions, ranging from animation, journalism, entertainment and entrepreneurship to culinary arts, medicine, and zoology. | 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th | N/A | Highly Selective (100 students selected) | Free if selected | 10/31/2017 | https://www.disneydreamersacademy.com/be-a-dreamer/apply/ | ||||||||||||||||||
46 | No | Economics for Leaders | Rice University, Yale University, UC Berkeley, UCLA, Oberlin College, Wake Forest University, Tufts University, Cornell University, Brown University, Washington University in St. Louis, University of Washington, UC Santa Barbara, or University of Michigan | Economics; public policy | A selective summer program that teaches leaders how to integrate economics into the process of decision-making in a hands-on, experiential environment | 10th, 11th | Demonstrated leadership; academic and extracurricular achievement | Selective (30 to 40 students accepted at each site) | Cost is $1,700; Scholarship funding is available (scholarships range from $100 to $1000) | 2/5/2018 | https://www.fte.org/students/economics-for-leaders-program/student-application-form/ | ||||||||||||||||||
47 | No | Engineering Summer Academy at Penn | University of Pennsylvania | STEM; engineering | An intensive, three-week exploration of engineering at the college level | 9th, 10th, 11th | Strong academic record (minimum B average); strong performance in mathematics and science subjects | Highly Selective | Need-based financial aid available | 2/26/2018 | https://esap.seas.upenn.edu/apply/ | ||||||||||||||||||
48 | No | Engineering Summer Program (ESP) | University of Wisconsin-Madison | STEM | A six-week residential program for students interested in engineering; students take math, physics, chemistry, engineering, and technical communications. | 10th, 11th | Strong academic record (mostly As and Bs in rigorous coursework); strong interest in math and engineering; have completed at least one year of algebra, geometry, and chemistry; be a US citizen or permanent resident | Highly Selective | If admitted, costs are fully covered (except for transportation to and from the university) | 4/2/2018 | https://www.engr.wisc.edu/academics/student-services/diversity-programs/engineering-summer-program/ | Available Jan 2019 | |||||||||||||||||
49 | No | Entrepreneurial Development Experience | Babson College | Entrepreneurship, Business | Babson’s Summer Study is a residential program for rising high school juniors and seniors that gives you real-world experience while building your business knowledge and entrepreneurial skills. | 10th, 11th | Must be age 16 or older by start of program and graduate in 2020 or 2021 in order to be eligible | Highly selective for financial aid applicants | Limited full and partial scholarships are available | 03/01/18 | http://www.babson.edu/admission/visiting-students/high-school/Pages/tuition-financial-aid-scholarships.aspx | ||||||||||||||||||
50 | No | European Summer Program on Rationality (ESPR) | London's King College | Quantitative skills; math; philosophy; psychology; college immersion | An immersive summer workshop for mathematically talented students from around the globe with a desire to understand our work | 10th, 11th, 12th | Strong interest in Mathematics | Highly Selective | Free (Need-based travel scholarships are available) | 4/1/2018 | https://espr-camp.org/ | ||||||||||||||||||
51 | No | EXPLORE Summer Institute | University of Houston | Entrepreneurship, business, engineering | Three summer enrichment programs that offer insight into the fields of Entrepreneurship, Business, and Energy & Sustainability | 9th, 10th, 11th | Interest in business; strong academic record | Competitive (only 30 total students per institute) | Free if selected | 5/15/2018 | https://www.bauer.uh.edu/undergraduate/prospective-students/high-school/summer-camps.php | ||||||||||||||||||
52 | No | Faces of Innovation: Global Teen Medical Summit | Health Museum | premed; health; career exploration | Explore the challenges facing modern day medicine with leading experts from the world renowned Texas Medical Center. | 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th | Eligibility for scholarships is demonstrated need for financial assistance | Selective for need-based scholarships | $895 for commuter & $1295 for overnight option (full scholarships available w/ scholarship application) | 06/15/18 | https://www.thehealthmuseum.org/teensummit | ||||||||||||||||||
53 | No | FBI Teen Academy | FBI Office in Houston, TX | criminal justice; career exploration | A comprehensive look into today's FBI - terrorism, cyber, public corruption, polygraph exams, evidence response, SWAT | 9th, 10th, 11th | N/A | Unsure | Free | 6/11/2018 | https://www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/houston/community-outreach-1#Teen/Youth-Academy | Email Ms. Llansa (sllansa@houstonisd.org) if you're interested in applying! She'll send you the PDF application. | |||||||||||||||||
54 | No | Field Studies for Sustainable Futures | Smith College | Environmental; sustainability; policy | You will learn about sustainable living and environmental science and policy through a hands-on, interactive, project-based approach | 9th, 10th, 11th | Strong academic record | Selective | Limited need-based financial aid available | 3/1/2018 | https://www.smith.edu/academics/precollege-programs/how-to-apply | Late December 2018 | |||||||||||||||||
55 | No | First Bytes Summer Camp for Girls | UT Austin | computer science | A one-week residential computer science camp for high school girls. | 10th, 11th | No advanced math or prior programming experience required; GPA: 3.0 + | Selective | Free if selected | 3/23/2018 | https://apps.cs.utexas.edu/camp/applying | ||||||||||||||||||
56 | No | Foresight Prep @ Oberlin College | Oberlin College | Activism, Social Issues | Foresight Prep @ Oberlin offers a rare opportunity for high school students passionate about social justice, climate change and sustainability to develop as transformative leaders. | 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th | responsible record of academic persistence | Need-based financial aid available | 3/31/2018 | https://www.foresightprep.org/apply/ | |||||||||||||||||||
57 | No | Frontiers | Worcester Polytechnic Institute | STEM | A two week, residential, on-campus summer program of hands-on classes and labs, plus an exploration of the humanities. | 10th, 11th | Aptitude in math and science; strong academic record (mostly As and Bs in rigorous courses); are on track to completing pre-calculus before graduating high school | Highly Selective for need-based scholarship | $2995 (partial scholarships available) | 4/1/2018 | https://www.wpi.edu/academics/pre-collegiate/summer/stem-residential/frontiers/applying-frontiers | ||||||||||||||||||
58 | Yes | Applied Science & Engineering (ASE) | Yale University | Engineering, STEM, Computer Science, Programming | For students who want to explore the application of physical & computer sciences and engineering. | 10th, 11th | For 2018 YYGS, eligible applicants will graduate high school in May/June 2019 or May/June 2021 | Selective | Need-based financial aid and scholarships available | 2/6/2019 | https://globalscholars.yale.edu/applied-science-engineering | ||||||||||||||||||
59 | No | Future Latino Leaders Law Camp | Washington, DC | law; career exploration; policy | A nine-day program to learn more about the legal profession. | 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th | Hispanic descent; US citizen or legal permanent resident | Highly Selective (31 students selected nationwide) | Free if selected | 04/29/18 | http://hnbf.org/camperstudent-dashboard/ | ||||||||||||||||||
60 | Yes | Biological & Biomedical Science (BBS) | Yale University | Biology, Biomedical Science, STEM, Medicine | For students who want to delve deeper into the study and application of life sciences. | 10th, 11th | For 2018 YYGS, eligible applicants will graduate high school in May/June 2019 or May/June 2026 | Selective | Need-based financial aid and scholarships available | 2/6/2019 | https://globalscholars.yale.edu/biological-biomedical-science | ||||||||||||||||||
61 | No | GirlVentures On the Rise | Inyo National Forest between California and Nevada | Outdoors; leadership | A 12-day leadership course in the great outdoors | 10th, 11th, 12th | Female-identified or gender nonconforming youth | Highly Selective (2 courses, 10 students each) | Sliding scale tuition (depends on income); full and partial scholarships available | 05/01/18 | http://www.girlventures.org/on-the-rise | ||||||||||||||||||
62 | No | Global Youth Summit on the Future of Medicine | Brandeis University | Medicine; premed; leadership; career exploration | Intensive seven-day program tailored to outstanding high school students who are interested in pursuing careers in healthcare. | 10th,11th | Demonstrated interest in pursuing a career in healthcare Strong academic record that places them at the top of their class | Only 230 students from around the world are selected. | Limited need-based scholarships available | 4/3/2018 | http://www.brandeis.edu/precollege/global-youth-summit/apply/index.html | Nominations required (due: 01/25, 01/08 priority deadline) | |||||||||||||||||
63 | No | Google's Computer Science Summer Institute | Seattle, WA or Cambridge, MA | Computer science; technology | A three-week introduction to computer science for graduating high school seniors with a passion for technology | 12th | Intend to be enrolled as a full time student in a 4-year university in a computer science, computer enginnering, software engineering, or related area department | Highly Selective | Free (transportation is also provided) | 03/02/18 | https://edu.google.com/resources/programs/computer-science-summer-institute/ | Check Jan 2019 | |||||||||||||||||
64 | No | Great Debate, National Hispanic Institute | Austin College (TX), San Antonio (TX), Augustana College (IL), Villanova University (PA), or UT Austin (TX) | leadership; communication | Six-day residential leadership experience where students advance their communication skills, discuss complex themes, increase self-confidence in public speaking, etc. | 9th | Minimum 3.0/4.0 | Moderately Selective (150 to 300 students per host site) | $675 + transportation to and from the host campus (scholarships available) | 4/20/2018 | https://www.nationalhispanicinstitute.org/great-debate/ | ||||||||||||||||||
65 | No | Hamilton Scholars Program | Leader Weeks in NYC, Seattle, Guatemala, and Dallas | Service; leadership; college prep | Rigorous multi-year leadership program for high-achieving, service-focused high school juniors with grit, perseverance, and demonstrated need. | 11th | Students w/ academic, personal, service, and entrepreneurial accomplishments; service-oriented | Highly competitive (35 to 40 students selected anually) | Free if selected | 1/16/2018 | https://hamiltonscholars.smapply.org/prog/the_2018_hamilton_award/ | ||||||||||||||||||
66 | Yes | Frontiers of Science & Technology (FST) | Yale University | Science, Technology, STEM | For students interested in exploring cutting-edge developments in the physical sciences and technology. | 10th, 11th | For 2018 YYGS, eligible applicants will graduate high school in May/June 2019 or May/June 2023 | Selective | Need-based financial aid and scholarships available | 2/6/2019 | https://globalscholars.yale.edu/frontiers-science-technology | ||||||||||||||||||
67 | No | Harvard Pre-College Program | Harvard University | Academic; college immersion | Introduction to college life as you attend challenging classes, live on campus, and enjoy fun excursions and activities | 10th, 11th | US citizen, permanent resident, or granted DACA status | Selective for need-based scholarships | A limited number of need-based scholarships awarded | 2/1/2018 | https://www.summer.harvard.edu/high-school-programs/pre-college-program/admissions | Will be posted in January | |||||||||||||||||
68 | No | Hidden Lives: Discovering Women's History | Smith College | History; women's issues | This program allows you to exploer the lives and legacies of American women through an immersive research experience | 9th, 10th, 11th | Strong academic record | Selective | Limited need-based financial aid available | 3/1/2018 | https://www.smith.edu/academics/precollege-programs/how-to-apply | Late December 2018 | |||||||||||||||||
69 | No | High School Democrats of America National Summit | Washington, DC | Politics | Progressive students from across the country will gather in DC for four days of training and networking | 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th | Interest in politics | Space is limited | $450 + transportation to and from Washington DC (limited financial assistance available) | 2/23/2018 | https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdH6US8KjAESOZyyH0xeonGCGyFEDreXn_y0Wyn39X7vUFXFw/viewform | ||||||||||||||||||
70 | No | Hire Houston Youth | Houston area businesses | Work experience | This program offers youth ages 16 to 24 internship and job opportunities at public and private employers in the Houston area, | 10th, 11th, 12th | Availability to work for at least 7 weeks | Moderately Selective | Paid; $8/hour | 3/30/2018 | http://hirehoustonyouth.org/youth/ | ||||||||||||||||||
71 | No | HISD Summer Leadership Program | Houston, TX | career exploration; job experience | A paid six-week internship with HISD departments, such as Business, Communications, Legal, Multimedia, etc. | 10th, 11th, 12th, College | Eligible to work in the US | Highly Selective (only 20 spots available!) | Paid $12/hour | 5/25/2018 | http://www.houstonisd.org/intern | ||||||||||||||||||
72 | No | Hispanic Scholarship Fund's Youth Leadership Institute | University of Chicago, Princeton University, or University of Southern California | leadership; college prep; networking | A four-day, overnight, college empowerment conference for Latino high school juniors. | 11th | Strong academic record (mostly As and Bs in rigorous classes); identify as being of Hispanic heritage | Highly Selective | Free if selected | 4/30/2018 | https://www.hsf.net/youth-leadership-institute | ||||||||||||||||||
73 | No | Hoos First Look | University of Virginia | College exploration and immersion | An annual three-day, two-night fly-in and academic enrichment program to explore what UVA has to offer! | 10th (rising juniors) | Must be a high-achieving, low-income and/or first-generation rising junior | Highly Selective (only 20 students selected across the nation!) | Fully covered! | 08/17/18 | https://hoosfirstlook.weebly.com/apply.html | ||||||||||||||||||
74 | No | Inspiring Girls Expeditions | Alaska, Washington state, Switzerland | science; art; outdoors | Unique, tuition-free, wilderness expeditions for young women to explore science, art, and the wilderness | 10th, 11th | Willigness to learn, explore, and do some physical tasks | Highly selective; four expedition teams of 8 to 9 girls | Free (may need to contribute to airfare cost) | 1/19/2018 | https://www.inspiringgirls.org/apply/ | Available 12/2018 | |||||||||||||||||
75 | No | Institute of Engagement | Rice University | Leadership; public policy; civic engagement | A year-long civic fellowship for Greater Houston area high school students. | 9th, 10th, 11th | Be able to commit to attending a Summer Intensive from June 10th to 16th and attend monthly workshops during the school year | Unsure | Free | 4/20/2018 | https://www.iehouston.org/the-fellowship/ | ||||||||||||||||||
76 | Yes | International Affairs & Security (IAS) | Yale University | International Studies, History, Leadership, Political Science | For students with interests in international relations and security and learning historical lessons about leadership. | 10th, 11th | For 2018 YYGS, eligible applicants will graduate high school in May/June 2019 or May/June 2022 | Selective | Need-based financial aid and scholarships available | 2/6/2019 | https://globalscholars.yale.edu/international-affairs-globalization | ||||||||||||||||||
77 | No | Jane Street's 6th Annual Women in STEM | Jane Street Capital in NYC | STEM; finance | Jane Street is a quantitative trading firm. Get an in-depth look into the ways they use math, computer science and probablity concepts in trading and learn about different roles within the firm. | 12th | Women entering their freshman year of college | Unspecified | All costs (travel, room/board, and meals) are covered by Jane Street! | 6/29/2018 | https://www.janestreet.com/apply-stem/?utm_source=email&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=stem2018&utm_term=stem&utm_content=invite | ||||||||||||||||||
78 | No | LEAD for Business program | Duke University, Emory University, Lehigh University, Northwestern University, University of Michigan, University of Pennsylvania, or Texas A&M | Business; leadership | Explore finance, entrepreneurship, accounting, and marketing at the nation's top business schools for three or four weeks | 11th | US citizen or permanent resident | Highly selective | Limited number of need-based scholarships | 2/15/2018 | https://secure.educationalnetworks.net/apps/s/index.jsp?ech=www.leadprogram.org&f=8682 | ||||||||||||||||||
79 | No | Leadership Education and Development (L.E.A.D.) Camp | Texas Tech University | leadership | A leadership development program | 11th | Must be an active member of the community and involved in extracurricular activities; strong academic record (mostly As and Bs in rigorous coursework) | Selective | Free if selected | 3/30/2018 | http://www.ttu.edu/camplead/Apply.php | ||||||||||||||||||
80 | No | LeaderShip U | Louisiana State University | Leadership; college prep | Experience college life and put knowledge into practice through goal-setting, team-building, and leadership activities | 9th, 10th, 11th | 2.75 minimum GPA | Moderately Selective | $925 + travel expenses (a limited number of need-based partial scholarships available) | 4/27/2018 | http://www.outreach.lsu.edu/Pre-College-K-12/LeaderShip-U | ||||||||||||||||||
81 | Yes | Politics, Law, & Economics (PLE) | Yale University | Political Science, Politics, Law, Economics, Government | For students with interests in understanding American legal principles, economic ideas, and values and practices of government in historical and comparative perspectives. | 10th, 11th | For 2018 YYGS, eligible applicants will graduate high school in May/June 2019 or May/June 2025 | Selective | Need-based financial aid and scholarships available | 2/6/2019 | https://globalscholars.yale.edu/politics-law-economics | ||||||||||||||||||
82 | No | Liberal Arts Intensive | Barnard College (NYC) | Academic; college immersion; liberal arts | A 1-week college immersion program where you take one college-level class | 10th, 11th | Female identified students | Highly Selective for need-based scholarship | Partial scholarships awarded & one full need-based scholarship awarded | 3/23/2018 | https://barnard.edu/admission-aid/high-school-pre-college-programs/summer-programs/liberal-arts-intensive | ||||||||||||||||||
83 | No | Lorenzo de Zavala Youth Legislative Session (LDZ), National Hispanic Institute | Colorado State University (CO), Chicago, University of San Diego (CA), Panama City, University of Rochester (NY), or St. Mary's University (TX) | leadership; policy; government | Eight-day intensive leadership experience for youn people to learn how to navigate, manage, and create large organizations by taking charge of your own youth government and proposing future community policies and projects | 10th, 11th | Minimum 3.2-3.3/4.0 | Moderately Selective (150 to 220 students per host site) | $895 + transportation to and from the host campus (scholarships available) | 4/20/2018 | https://www.nationalhispanicinstitute.org/ldz/ | ||||||||||||||||||
84 | No | LSU Architecture Camp | Louisiana State University | Architecture; college immersion; career exploration | Explore basic design principles and techniques to create hands-on building and model-making activities | 9th, 10th, 11th | 3.0 minimum GPA | Moderately Selective | $825 + travel expenses (a limited number of need-based partial scholarships available) | 4/27/2018 | http://reg.outreach.lsu.edu/modules/shop/index.html?action=program&ProgramID=2479226 | ||||||||||||||||||
85 | No | Madame Curie Academy | Cornell University | Women Engineering | Engineering research | 10th,11th | 3.0gpa/620 subject test or 28 on the ACT | Student of color or first generation | Financial aid available; cost $1450 | 3/1/2018 | https://sites.coecis.cornell.edu/curieacademy/overview2/ | Opens late November | |||||||||||||||||
86 | No | Mays Transformational Leadership Academy | Texas A&M | Business; college immersion; leadership | A six-day residential program designed for students interested in pursuing a business degree. | 11th | SAT 1200 + or ACT 25+ or PSAT 1100 +; top 15% or better; evidence of leadership potential | Highly Selective | Free if admitted (transportation not provided) | 4/2/2018 | http://mays.tamu.edu/office-of-diversity-and-inclusion/business-careers-awareness-program/ | January 2019 | |||||||||||||||||
87 | No | McCombs Future Executive Academy (MFEA) | UT Austin McCombs School of Business | Business, Entrepreneurship | Learn and interact with McCombs students, faculty, and corporate representatives; hands-on workshops and learning opportunities | 10th, 11th | minimum 3.5 (out of 4.0) GPA | Selective | Free if selected | 4/1/2018 | https://www.mccombs.utexas.edu/BBA/Academics/Summer-High-School-Programs | ||||||||||||||||||
88 | No | MD Anderson Summer Experience | MD Anderson | Research; premed; biomedical sciences | A 7-week exploratory research program in biomedical sciences. | 12th | US Citizen, permanent resident, or F1, J1 visa holders; able to attend the entire seven-week program; scientific aptitude; a record of academic achievement; an interest in pursuing a career in health related fields. | Highly competitive | Free if selected | 1/19/2018 | https://www.mdanderson.org/education-training/degrees-programs/summer-research-programs/high-school-summer-program.html | ||||||||||||||||||
89 | No | MECA Summer Arts Camp Youth Counselor | Houston, TX | art; teaching; leadership | Work alongside highly trained staff and faculty to deliver a diversity of classes comprised of traditional, modern, and cultural art forms | 10th, 11th, 12th | Must be 16 years of age | Moderately Selective | Free; volunteer position | 5/18/2018 | Send resume to MECA's Program Director, Mrs. Salinas (lizsalinas1@yahoo.com) | ||||||||||||||||||
90 | No | Minority Engineering Program | Purdue University | college immersion; engineering | Immerse yourself in first year engineering projects, SAT review, engineering design, time management, and social acclimatization to college life | 11th | Underrepresented minority in engineering | Not stated | $3700 (need-based scholarships available) | 4/30/2018 | https://purdue.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_1SmZONBT7RzuhDf | ||||||||||||||||||
91 | No | Minority Introduction to Technology and Engineering | Missouri University of Science & Technology | STEM; engineering; career exploration | Gain first-hand knowledge on what engineers actually do | 10th, 11th | African American, Hispanic/Latino, or American Indian | Highly Selective (30 students selected) | $250 fee + travel expenses | 05/26 | http://futurestudents.mst.edu/summer-camps/mite/ | The earlier you submit the application, the better! | |||||||||||||||||
92 | No | MIT Online Science, Technology, and Engineering Community (MOSTEC) program | Online; MOSTEC Conference at MIT in August | science; engineering | Six-month online program for students interested in copmleting online coursework and projects in science, engineering, and science writing during the summer. | 11th | MITES is open to high school juniors who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents. | Highly selective | Free if selected (except for travel expenses) | 2/1/2018 | http://summerapp.mit.edu/res/p/faq/ | Will Open November | |||||||||||||||||
93 | No | MITES | MIT | STEM, Engineering, Entrepreneurship, Science | An intensive six-week residential program for juniors who intend to pursue careers in science, engineering and entrepreneurship, especially those from minority backgrounds and other underrepresented segments of the population. | 11th | MITES is open to high school juniors who are U.S. citizens or permanent residents. | Highly Selective, 80 juniors are selected across the nation | Free if selected (except for travel expenses) | 2/1/2018 | http://summerapp.mit.edu/res/p/faq/ | Will Open November | |||||||||||||||||
94 | No | Music and Performing Arts Summer Programs | New York University (NYU) | performing arts; music; college immersion | Study music or performing arts at NYU | 10th, 11th | Requirements vary by program | Highly selective for financial aid | Limited number of need-based scholarships available | 05/01/18 | https://steinhardt.nyu.edu/music/admissions/summer | The earlier you submit the application, the better! | |||||||||||||||||
95 | No | My Introduction to Engineering (MITE) Program | UT Austin | STEM; engineering; college immersion | A five-day residential programs to discover engineering through participation in an enginering team project, hands-on activities, and interactions with engineering students, faculy, staff and alumni | 11th | Meet at least ONE of the below academic criteria: a) Score a minimum of 620 on the SAT or PSAT Math Section b) Score a minimum of 26 on the ACT Math Section c) Rank in the top 10% of their class | Highly Selective (100 students selected) | Free if selected (not including travel expenses) | 3/15/2018 | http://www.engr.utexas.edu/eoe/recruitment/mite/apply | ||||||||||||||||||
96 | No | NASA's Texas High School Aerospace Scholars | NASA | STEM; space exploration | Explore the possibilities of a STEM related major or career; starts with an online course in the fall and culminates in an onsite summer experience at NASA's Johnson Space Center. | 11th | U.S. Citizen; TX high school junior; committed to one-year relationship with NASA | Selective | Full scholarship | 10/22/2018 | https://nas.okstate.edu/has/application/ | ||||||||||||||||||
97 | No | National High School Game Academy | Carnegie Mellon University | Video games; art; music; design; programming | Through classwork and team projects, NHSGA gives students a taste of state of the art video game development. | 10th, 11th | No particular technical or artistic skills are needed; strong academic record; US citizen or permanent resident | Highly Selective | Limited # of full scholarships | 3/1/2018 | https://admission.enrollment.cmu.edu/pages/access-nhsga | Opens November 2018 | |||||||||||||||||
98 | No | National Outdoor Leadership School (NOLS) Gateway Program | Various | Outdoors; conservation; leadership | Learn wilderness skills and leadership | 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th | Varies by trip | Selective for need-based scholarships | Full tuition scholarships available | 3/23/2018 | https://info.nols.edu/gateway-application | ||||||||||||||||||
99 | No | Native Education Forum | Colorado State University | academic; research; social justice | A six-day summer program for you to earn academic credit and research issues critical to Native American/Indigenous communities | 10th, 11th | GPA 2.8 +; have an interest in indigenous issues | Highly Selective (only 25 students selected) | Free if selected (except for airfare) | 04/30/18 | https://admissions.colostate.edu/nef/ | ||||||||||||||||||
100 | No | Neubauer Adelante Summer Scholars Program at University of Chicago | University of Chicago | Academic; college immersion | Students receive a full scholarship to participate in one of two summer session courses: Collegiate Writing: Awakening into Consciousness OR Contagion: Infectious Agents and Emerging Diseases | 11th | Commitment to the Latino community; strong academic record; no citizenship requirement! | Highly selective | Free if selected | 3/2/2018 | https://summer.uchicago.edu/Neubauer-Family-Adelante-Summer-Scholars |