| Application deadline | Unconfirmed — check official site | February 1, 2027 (2027 cycle) | Unconfirmed — check official site |
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| Cost | Last year's cycle (2026): $790–$1,320; 2027: Unconfirmed — check official site | Last year's cycle (2026): $4,985–$9,970; 2027: Unconfirmed — check official site | Last year's cycle (2026): $2,600; 2027: Unconfirmed — check official site |
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| Financial aid | Last year's cycle (2026): Need-based financial aid (up to 100% of base tuition): Amount: Unconfirmed — check official site. Open to Bay Area students completing grades K-10 and returning 11th graders; does not cover transportation, textbooks, supplies or program fees; not available to extended-deadline applicants.; 2027: Unconfirmed — check official site | Last year's cycle (2026): Need-based tuition assistance: Amount: Unconfirmed — check official site. Apply through the tuition assistance section of the application and upload tax documentation.; 2027: Unconfirmed — check official site | Last year's cycle (2026): Need-based financial aid: Amount: Unconfirmed — check official site; 2027: Unconfirmed — check official site |
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| Expenses and aid conditions | Last year's cycle (2026): 2026 nonrefundable application fee: $60–$90. $60 for domestic students; $90 for students attending school outside the US.; Need-based financial aid (up to 100% of base tuition): Amount: Unconfirmed — check official site. Open to Bay Area students completing grades K-10 and returning 11th graders; does not cover transportation, textbooks, supplies or program fees; not available to extended-deadline applicants.; 2027: Unconfirmed — check official site | Last year's cycle (2026): Deposit, one two-week session: $1,246; Deposit, both sessions (four weeks): $2,493; Need-based tuition assistance: Amount: Unconfirmed — check official site. Apply through the tuition assistance section of the application and upload tax documentation.; 2027: Unconfirmed — check official site | Last year's cycle (2026): Deposit to hold a spot (part of tuition): $500. Fully refundable until one month before camp begins.; Need-based financial aid: Amount: Unconfirmed — check official site; GSP airport shuttle, each way: $35; 2027: Unconfirmed — check official site |
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| Stipend or pay | Unconfirmed — check official site | Unconfirmed — check official site | Unconfirmed — check official site |
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| Eligibility | Grades 7–11 when applying; summer rising grade is one higher | Grades 9–12 (provider uses rising grades) | Grades 8–12 (provider uses rising grades) |
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| Additional eligibility | Requirement: Open to students currently in grades 7–11 when applying; Requirement: Some courses have academic prerequisites; Requirement: Current 6th graders who attended ATDP before may apply for a small selection of courses with a very strong application | Requirement: Open to rising grades 9–12; Requirement: Strong record of academic achievement and a high level of motivation | Requirement: Open to rising grades 8–12 |
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| Session dates or duration | Last year's cycle (2026): Starts June 22, 2026; Ends July 31, 2026; 4–6 weeks; 2027: Unconfirmed — check official site | Starts July 3, 2027; Ends July 31, 2027; 2–4 weeks (2027 cycle) | Starts July 11, 2027; Ends July 24, 2027; 2 weeks (2027 cycle) |
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| Format | In person / Online | In person | In person |
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| Housing and supervision | Non-residential. Supervision and housing details: Unconfirmed — check official site | Residential. Supervision and housing details: Unconfirmed — check official site | Residential. Supervision and housing details: Unconfirmed — check official site |
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| Location | Berkeley, CA | Northampton, MA | Spartanburg, SC |
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| Selection and application | Selection: Applications are reviewed on academic preparation, materials and course fit as they become complete. Classes generally cap at 20-24 students; returning students receive early priority but are not guaranteed admission or first-choice placement. Application materials: Academic product or essay (at least 500 words) | Selection: Selective holistic review; courses are capped at approximately 17 students and admission does not guarantee the first-choice course Application materials: Personal essay (250–500 words, one prompt); One academic recommendation from a teacher | Unconfirmed — check official site |
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