Hey, I know it's early, but I wanna plan my summer for next year. Can anyone recommend some summer camps or programs for high school students that focus on academics or skill-building? Thanks!
Hey there! Great to see you planning ahead for your summer activities. Here are a few interesting academic and skill-building summer camps and programs for high school students happening next summer:
1. Summer STEM Institutes (SSI): SSI offers a six-week virtual program for students interested in topics like data science, machine learning, and artificial intelligence. The program combines lectures from industry professionals with hands-on workshops and a personal project.
2. Research Science Institute (RSI): RSI, hosted at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, is an extremely competitive, free six-week program designed for talented high school students interested in conducting research in STEM fields. It features college-level coursework, research projects, and mentorship from scientists and researchers.
3. Stanford University Pre-Collegiate Summer Institutes: Stanford offers a variety of two and three-week programs that cover a wide range of subjects like humanities, sciences, arts, and engineering. Students engage in interactive courses and workshops while also gaining a taste of campus life at Stanford.
4. National High School Game Academy (NHSGA): Hosted by Carnegie Mellon University, this six-week residential program is tailored for students passionate about game design, programming, art and animation, music, and sound design. Students work in teams to create their own video game and develop a well-rounded understanding of the gaming industry.
5. Leadership in the Business World (LBW): Offered by the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania, this selective three-week program is designed for rising high school seniors interested in business and entrepreneurship. Students participate in workshops, attend guest lectures, and work in teams to develop a business plan.
These are just a few examples of the many summer programs available for high school students. You can find more extensive lists, sorted by either geographic location or area of interest, on CollegeVine's blog: https://blog.collegevine.com/category/extracurricular-activities/summer-activities/. As you research your options, keep in mind that application deadlines, costs, and specific program offerings may vary, so be sure to visit each program's website for detailed information, so that you can be sure you're choosing the one that's truly the best fit for you.
Good luck with your summer planning!
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