# Extracurriculars & Programs in Connecticut for High School Students

Connecticut's anchor is Yale — its summer programs and research openings — plus a strong prep-school competition circuit in debate, math, and science.

14 verified programs match this page; 5 of the featured listings are free; 2 can be done online.

## Programs (14 total)

| Program | Organization | Cost | Format | Grades | Deadline |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Yale Summer Conservatory for Actors](https://extracurricularhub.com/extracurriculars/yale-school-drama-summer) | Yale School of Drama | $4,500 | in_person | Grades 10–12 | 2027-05-08 |
| [Coast Guard Academy AIM](https://extracurricularhub.com/extracurriculars/coast-guard-academy-aim) | U.S. Coast Guard Academy | Free | in_person | Grade 11 | 2027-04-01 |
| [Yale Young Global Scholars - Biology & Biomedical Sciences](https://extracurricularhub.com/extracurriculars/yale-young-global-scholars-biology-biomedical-sciences) | Yale University | $6,500 | in_person | Grades 10–11 | 2027-01-06 |
| [Yale Model Government Europe (YMGE)](https://extracurricularhub.com/extracurriculars/yale-model-government-europe-ymge) | Yale International Relations Association | $125 | in_person | Grades 9–12 | 2026-10-15 |
| [Yale Summer Program in Astrophysics (YSPA)](https://extracurricularhub.com/extracurriculars/yale-summer-program-in-astrophysics-yspa) | Yale University | $5,900 | in_person | Grades 10–12 | 2027-03-05 |
| [Yale Invitational Debate Tournament](https://extracurricularhub.com/extracurriculars/yale-invitational) | Yale University | $250 | in_person | Grades 9–12 | 2026-09-25 |
| [Yale Young Global Scholars - Application Portal](https://extracurricularhub.com/extracurriculars/yale-young-global-scholars-application-portal) | Yale University | Free | virtual | Grades 10–12 | 2027-01-07 |
| [Yale Bulldogs Investment Fund](https://extracurricularhub.com/extracurriculars/yale-bulldogs-investment-fund) | Yale University | Free | in_person | Grades 11–12 | 2027-02-28 |
| [Yale Model Government](https://extracurricularhub.com/extracurriculars/yale-model-government) | Yale University | $250 | in_person | Grades 9–12 | 2027-01-03 |
| [U.S. Coast Guard Academy AIM](https://extracurricularhub.com/extracurriculars/us-coast-guard-academy-aim) | U.S. Coast Guard Academy | $750 | in_person | Grade 11 | 2027-04-01 |
| [Yale Model United Nations (YMUN)](https://extracurricularhub.com/extracurriculars/yale-model-united-nations-ymun) | Yale International Relations Association | Free | in_person | Grades 9–12 | 2027-07-03 |
| [Yale Young Writers' Workshop](https://extracurricularhub.com/extracurriculars/yale-young-writers-workshop) | Yale Summer Session | $1,800 | virtual | Grades 9–12 | 2027-04-01 |
| [Hotchkiss Summer Portals](https://extracurricularhub.com/extracurriculars/hotchkiss-summer-portals) | The Hotchkiss School | $7,000 | in_person | Grades 9–12 | Rolling |
| [Yale Pathways to Science](https://extracurricularhub.com/extracurriculars/yale-pathways-to-science) | Yale University | Free | hybrid | Grades 9–12 | 2027-06-30 |

## Frequently asked questions

### How many connecticut programs are listed for high school students?

ExtracurricularHub currently lists 14 verified connecticut opportunities for high school students, each with cost, eligibility, deadline, and an official application link.

### Are any of these connecticut programs free?

Yes — 5 of the programs featured on this page charge no participation fee. Free programs are often funded and can be more selective, so apply early.

### Which deadlines are coming up soonest?

The next deadlines: Yale Invitational Debate Tournament (September 25, 2026); Yale Model Government Europe (YMGE) (October 15, 2026); Yale Model Government (January 3, 2027). Deadlines change every cycle — always confirm on the program's official site.

### Do I have to live in Connecticut to participate?

Most in-person programs based in Connecticut accept applicants from anywhere, though some give preference to local students. Residential summer programs typically accept students nationwide — check each listing's eligibility.

## Related pages

- [Summer Programs for High School Students](https://extracurricularhub.com/extracurriculars/summer-programs)
- [Internships for High School Students](https://extracurricularhub.com/extracurriculars/internships)
- [Research for High School Students](https://extracurricularhub.com/extracurriculars/research)
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