Summer Programs Guide for High School Students

Compare summer-program types by student work, expected output, and fit. Check eligibility, cost, deadline, dates, location, format, and where to apply on the official page before acting.

Summer Program Categories

  • Research and Projects: Experiences organized around inquiry, design, or a defined output
  • Pre-College Learning: Structured coursework and subject exploration
  • Internships and Work Experience: Opportunities with a stated role, supervision, and responsibilities
  • Leadership and Service: Programs centered on community work, teamwork, or public service

Check before applying

  • Check every time-sensitive field on the official page before applying or paying.
  • Confirm current details on the official page, and apply through the program's own application link.
  • Settle anything a listing leaves open with the provider before you commit.
  • Compare all listed participation, travel, housing, and material costs.