SUMMER PROGRAM OPTIONS

(Grade 9-12)

Cost: Free Grade: Completed 11th and or 12th

Program Dates: July 6th to July 30th

PROJECT SUCCESS at Harvard is a program for BOSTON and CAMBRIDGE high school students only, particularly underrepresented and/or disadvantaged students, to participate in paid, mentored, summer research internships at Harvard Medical School and its affiliated institutions. The program is augmented by seminars and workshops given by faculty and administrators, site visits, and career counseling.

Cost: $300 stipend provided Age: 15-17 years old

Program Dates: Check back later (virtual)

GIRLS WHO CODE is a 2-week virtual summer program for rising 10-12th grade girls to learn to code & gain exposure to tech jobs.

Cost: Free Grade: 9th

Program Dates: June 30 through Sunday, August 3, 2025

(MS)2 flagship summer program, is an intensive five-week on-campus residential experience, it is designed to prepare students for the rigors of the nation’s top high schools and colleges, as well as the challenge of leading and serving in this complex world.

Cost: TASS covers all program costs Grade: 10th-11th

Program Dates: Check back later

THE TELLURIDE ASSOCIATION SUMMER SEMINARS (TASS) is a six-week educational experience for high school sophomores and juniors. We offer two programs: TASS in Critical Black Studies & TASS in Anti-Oppressive Studies.

Cost: Free Grade: 9th

Program Dates: Multi-year program (Application Deadline-January 18th, 2024).

THE CRIMSON SUMMER ACADEMY offers its students the opportunity to get a taste of college life under the close supervision of its trained staff. Accepted students are known as “Crimson Scholars”— promising young people who value being part of a vibrant community of learners.

Cost: Free Grade: 9th and 10th

Program Dates: Multi-year program (Applications open in February 2024).

MINDS MATTER, a multi-year program, connects driven and determined students from low-income families with the people, preparation, and possibilities to succeed in college create their future, and change the world.

Cost: $4847 (Includes college credit) Grade: 11th & 12th

Program Dates: July- August (Application opens in January 2024).

PRE-COLLEGE SUMMER ART STUDIO at MassArt allows students to experience first-hand what it’s like to attend a rigorous art school. Over the course of four weeks, summer students will take three foundation courses and an elective meant to help them develop their work.

Cost: Free Grade Level: 9th-10th

Program Dates: Rolling basis for Spring 2024

ARTWARD BOUND at MassArt engages in successful portfolio creation which is achieved through year-long sequential classes that build art/design skills, studio practice, reflection and critique skills, and appreciation of art history. Students are also supported with homework help/1-on-1 tutoring. Enrollment has begun! Click learn more to apply.

Cost: $2950 - $10,950 Age: 11 - 17 years old

Program Dates: July - August

GHOSTLIGHT THEATER CAMP remains dedicated to providing high-caliber theater training in a traditional camp setting. Each camper chooses a core focus that meets over the course of the session and allows in-depth instruction in acting, singing, and voice, dance and physical theater, or tech. Camp is overnight and is located in Oakland, ME.

Cost: $50 & up Age: 13 - 19 years old

Program Dates: Varies- June, July & August (Application Closed)  

CROSSROADS C5 LEADERS is a five-year summer and school-year program that helps teen leaders develop their leadership styles and expand their academic, career, and civic horizons. C5 Leaders, teens grow both socially, emotionally, and become part of an uplifting community. This community often becomes a second home and dependable resource for Crossroads teens; a place to simply be themselves.

Cost: Stipend (The Seed Crew Only) Age: 14-17 years old

Program Dates: July - August

THE FOOD PROJECT youth work with staff to grow vegetables and distribute thousands of pounds of produce, while developing leadership, teamwork, workplace, and civic participation skills. Enrollment has begun! Click learn more to apply.

Cost: Free Grade: 9th

Program Dates: Sunday, June 26 – Friday, July 8

At Brown’s Leadership Institute, you’ll meet students from all over the world who are passionate about a wide variety of issues, including topics such as racial justice, educational access, and gender equity actively engaging with your peers and instructor.

Cost: $4,330 Grade: 10th-12th

Program Dates: Session 2: July 9 – July 21 Session 3: July 23 – August 4

BOSTON UNIVERSITY CHALLENGE allows you to choose any two seminars from their extensive list. Each is designed to expand academic horizons through lectures, discussions, individual and group work, and project-based assignments. BU Challenge is a residential program.