Balance challenging academics with a rich menu of educational and social activities as a visiting Stanford student. Explore a possible career path or future area of study while experiencing genuine Stanford University courses alongside current Stanford students. Study with a dynamic, diverse student
body from more than 50 countries, with the opportunity to earn credit and an official transcript from Stanford. Stanford University sets tuition rates for all students. To see a detailed breakdown of what the program may cost you, use our
Calculator. Summer Session offers an opportunity to experience an academic quarter at one of the world’s leading universities. In joining our community, high school students are expected to bring interpersonal competency, self-directedness, and a commitment to expanding their intellectual horizons. Residential students join a vibrant, diverse community, living on campus with current Stanford students and fellow visitors from around the world. Make new friends, expand your worldview, and continue the conversation beyond the classroom. Commuter students live off-campus and commute to
class, with access to many of the same events, resources, and on-campus facilities as residential students. Connect with current Stanford students and fellow visitors from around the world. Learn More AboutStanford AI4ALLWe are pleased to share that Stanford AI4ALL will be managed by Stanford Institute for Human-Centered Artificial Intelligence (HAI). To learn more about the program and upcoming opportunities, please visit the HAI website. Stanford Science CircleThe Stanford Science Circle is suspended for the 2021-2022 academic year. We encourage you to explore our other science enrichment opportunities above. Stanford Humanities CircleThe Stanford Humanities Circle is suspended for the 2021-2022 academic year. We encourage you to explore our other humanities enrichment opportunities above. Discover. Explore. Grow.Stanford Pre-Collegiate Summer Institutes provides a taste of the Stanford classroom experience and challenges students with advanced content not typically found in the high-school curriculum. Single-Subject Study Our 30 summer courses provide in-depth and interactive exploration of academic material. Courses are ungraded and are not awarded credit. Courses are available in subjects including computer science, math, creative writing, philosophy, engineering, and more. Global Focus and Real Connections Bright peers from around the world create a truly special and unforgettable experience. Study and discuss academic topics alongside peers that share the same talents, interests, and curiosity. Live Online Classes With small class sizes, our online classes allow students to engage in every aspect of a course through real-time discussions in which instructors and students see, hear, and interact with one another. Learn from Scholarly Instructors Attend courses designed, created, and taught by instructors who are knowledgeable in their fields and passionate about teaching. Many courses highlight new areas of research and professional practice. 20+ Stanford Summer Programs for High School StudentsBonus Material: PrepMaven’s 2022 Summer Calendar High school students have over 20 Stanford summer programs to choose from in 2022. From philosophy to neuroscience, these programs give students a taste of college academics, campus life, and beyond. Summertime is an important time for high school students, especially given the fact that many college applications ask students how they’ve spent their previous two summers. Pre-college programs like Stanford can bring a special focus to these valuable summers and give students rich material to draw upon when applying. In this post, we’ve compiled over 20 Stanford summer programs that are up and running this year. We’ve included relevant details like application deadlines, session dates, and links. We’re also giving readers access to PrepMaven’s 2022 Summer Calendar, which includes the top summer programs at elite U.S. institutions, including NYU and Princeton, in one easy-to-use spreadsheet. Grab it below! Here’s what we cover:
Stanford Summer Programs for High School Students: Pre-CollegiateThere are currently 2 summer programs at Stanford that emphasize pre-collegiate studies and experiences.
Stanford’s High School Summer CollegeGet a taste of college academic life with Stanford’s High School Summer College, an 8-week program that gives students a chance to take actual Stanford courses for credit. Along with peers from over 40 countries, participants can study a wide range of subjects, from molecular genetics to Greek and Latin roots.
Note: There is a $95 application fee to apply to Stanford’s High School Summer College. Students find out within 20 days of applying if they’ve been admitted. Stanford Pre-Collegiate Summer InstitutesStanford’s Pre-Collegiate Summer Institutes offer shorter, online courses, giving participants the chance to pursue your passions as a member of a vibrant intellectual community spanning over 50 countries. Participants pursue a single-study program track for non-credit enrichment. There are 30 possible courses spanning philosophy, humanities, engineering, math, writing, science, and more.
Stanford Summer Programs for High School Students: Arts & HumanitiesStanford has one Arts & Humanities related summer program for eligible high school students: the Humanities Institute. Stanford Summer Humanities InstituteRising juniors and seniors can participate in Stanford’s Summer Humanities Institute, a non-credit academic enrichment program that “explore the big questions at the heart of humanities” with Stanford professors. Students participate in daily group discussions and activities.
We’ve added all of Stanford’s summer programs for 2022 to our Summer Calendar, which compiles summer programs for elite U.S. institutions like NYU and Princeton. It’s free, and you can download it below right now! Stanford Summer Programs for High School Students: STEM ProgramsThere are 7 STEM-related summer programs for high school students at Stanford:
Mathematics CampCurrent 10th and 11th graders around the globe are eligible for this three-week math intensive at Stanford. Take a deep dive into advanced mathematics through lectures, research, and group collaboration.
Medical Youth Science ProgramThrough Stanford’s five-week Medical Youth Science enrichment program, students can take a deep dive into the world of medicine. This is a tuition-free program specifically for low-income juniors from certain counties in Northern and Central California. Over the five weeks of this program, participants work on a group research project and get valuable advising in college admissions and health careers.
Stanford Anesthesia Summer Institute: Clinical Science, Technology and Medicine Summer InternshipsAt the Anesthesia Summer Institute, participants get valuable hands-on experience via Stanford’s School of Medicine over a rigorous two weeks. This institute qualifies as a medical internship and is led by Stanford faculty.
Stanford Institutes of Medicine Summer Research ProgramThis eight-week summer program gives students a rich opportunity to conduct medical research with Stanford faculty, graduate students, and peers. Participants also receive a stipend for their work (minimum of $500).
Clinical Neuroscience Immersion Experience at StanfordOver a period of two weeks, participants in Stanford’s Clinical Neuroscience Immersion Experience get a rich introduction to neuroscience, psychiatry, and psychology through seminars and collaborative learning. Students complete a capstone project at the end of the program.
Stanford Pre-Collegiate University-Level Online Math & PhysicsHigh school students with a passion for math and science can take online advanced courses through Stanford for college credit this summer. Choose from 13 courses ranging from Multivariable Calculus to Light and Heat. Open to 9th through 12th graders.
Stanford AI4ALLThrough AI4ALL, participants experience hands-on learning in a vibrant peer community and take a deep dive into AI’s power to make the world a better place. This three-week summer program, open only to 9th graders, aims to increase representation in the world of artificial intelligence.
Download PrepMaven’s 2022 Summer CalendarHigh school students have a lot to choose from when it comes to Stanford summer programs this 2022. That’s why we created PrepMaven’s Summer Calendar, which compiles competitive summer programs for high school students in one easy-to-use spreadsheet. Here’s what you’ll get:
Greg Wong and Kevin WongGreg and Kevin are brothers and the co-founders of PrepMaven and Princeton Tutoring. They are Princeton engineering graduates with over 20 years of education experience. They apply their data and research-backed problem solving skills to the college preparation and test prep process. Their unique approach places a heavy emphasis on personal development, character, and service as key components of college admissions success. How much does Stanford summer session for high school students cost?Living on campus and taking the minimum 8 credit-bearing units (typically 2-3 courses)? Costs start at $16,095.
Does Stanford have a summer program?Summer Session offers an opportunity to experience an academic quarter at one of the world's leading universities. In joining our community, high school students are expected to bring interpersonal competency, self-directedness, and a commitment to expanding their intellectual horizons.
Who gets invited to Stanford Summer Session?About Summer Session
High School and gap year students (ages 16-19), undergraduate (age 17+), and graduate students (age 18+) are welcome to apply for Summer Session. These students are also considered visiting undergraduate or graduate students over the summer.
Is Stanford Summer Humanities hard to get into?The Stanford Humanities Institute is an elite summer program that allows students to build their humanities and extracurricular portfolio while being able to dive into their own interests and questions. The Stanford Humanities Institute takes place at Stanford, a top ten school with an acceptance rate of 4.3%.
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