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Summer Opportunities by Name
School or Company Name, Program Name Program Type Grade Eligibility Geographic Location Cost Info Application Deadline Comments Website
AIU Insurance Company AIU High School Diplomats Camp Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Free 1/7/2010 10-day Japanese residential cross-cultural and educational exchange program at Princeton University. Free. Program also held in Japan for students who complete HSD program in US. Web
Alabama, University of Capstone Business Leadership Academy Academic Courses Rising 12th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $350 3/15/2010 10-day residential program for rising seniors. Interact with college professors & Fortune 500 business people. Web
Alabama, University of Student Introduction To Engineering (SITE) Camp Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $500 6/1/2010 One-week residential program for rising juniors and seniors interested in Math, Science or a career in Engineering. Application deadline 6/1/2010. Web
Alain Colaco Endowment Fund Summer Internship in Clinical Chemistry Internship/Research Rising 11th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Stipend To be determined Two 8 -10 week clinical chemistry research internships available: one at Georgetown University Hospital (rolling application deadline) and one at Children's National Medical Center (April 15th deadline) Req: 2 yrs chem and interest in medicine, cancer research or biological sciences. See TJ College Career Center for application.
American Chemical Society Project Seed - Internship Internship/Research Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Stipend $2500 - $3000 1/29/2010 Paid internship & possible scholarship. Students are assigned a research project in chemistry and receive a $2,500 - $3000 fellowship award. Application Deadline 1/29/2010. Web
American Field Services AFS Intercultural Programs Other Rising 10th & Up Outside U.S. Cost $6,000 - $9,000 4/15/2010 Summer abroad in one of 40 countries. Live with a host family. Choice of 3 programs. Length varies from 4-7 weeks. Language study and Community Service projects (no previous language experience required.). Scholarships and Financial Aid. Deadline is 4/15/10 for most programs; 2/25/10 for Argentina. Web
American Mathematical Society Summer Math Camps and Programs for High School Students Academic Courses
Other U.S. States Database to various math programs located throughout the US. Web
American Society for Metals (ASM) ASM Materials Camp Camp Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Free 3/31/2010 Free one-week camp. Hands-on learning about the role of materials in our daily life held in various locations and on various dates in summer. Lab activities include metallography, mechanical testing, light microscopy. Locations and dates vary. See website. Web
American University School of Communication Academic Courses Rising 9th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Cost $600 - $1800 Rolling Two, three and four-week programs in film, scriptwriting & video production. Communication courses, photography, environmental communication, weather broadcasting and meterology. Web
American University - School of International Service Community of Scholars Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Cost $2300 Rolling Non-residential program. Study international diplomacy and relations with School of International Service (SIS) faculty. Cost includes three college credits, tuition, and weekday lunch. Web
American Youth Foundation Camp Merrowvista Camp Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost Rolling Merrowvista offers hiking, biking, canoeing, high ropes, and lake activitivies. $200 nonrefundable registration fee, applied to tuition. See website for more camp details. Web
American Youth Foundation National Leadership Conference Camp
Other U.S. States Cost $590 Rolling Program for emerging leaders. Scholarships available. Develop leadership skills, personal and group effectiveness. Web
Amigos de las Americas Washington DC Chapter Amigos de las Americas Service Opportunity Rising 11th & Up Outside U.S. Cost $5300 11/1/2009 Must have completed at least 2 years of Spanish or an equivalent fluency level. Fee includes airfare, food, lodging and transportation. $2900 plus fundraising goal of $2400. Scholarships available. 5, 6 or 8 wks working on community health service projects in Latin America. Live with a local family. Web
ANDEO International Homestays ANDEO Other Rising 9th & Up Outside U.S. Cost $1450 and up 5/1/2010 Students stay with a host family in either a 3 or 4 week full immersion program, or a 2+ weeks summer study program, which includes language/culture studies. Immersion programs have prerequisite of two years' language study. Summer study programs require one year language study. Programs in France, Germany, Mexico, Spain, Japan, Costa Rica, and Ecuador. Web
Arizona, University of Astronomy Camp Camp Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $950 - $975 Rolling One-week immersion experience in astronomy. Beginning camp ages 13-15 : 6/3/10 - 6/9/10, Advanced camp ages 14-19: 6/14/10 - 6/22/10. Web
Art Institute of Chicago Summer Institute 2008 Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $2,885 - $4,330 Rolling Painting, photography, graphic design, animation, video, fashion design, sculpture, film. Session 1: 3 weeks, 3 college credits; Session 2: 2-week, 2 college credits. Designed to give students the chance to focus in a single area of art. Students leave the program with well-thought-out and polished work to include in their portfolio. Web
ASA Academic Study Associates Summerfuel Programs for High School Students Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Cost Rolling Pre-college academic programs. Fee includes tuition; room; three meals per day; course materials. Web
Asian American Journalists Association J Camp Camp Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Free 4/2/2010 Free multicultural journalism program for high school students. 2010 program held at Loyola Marymount University in Los Angeles. Program not limited to Asian-American students. Web
Aspen Science Center High School High Scholar (HS)2 Program Academic Courses Rising 10th Other U.S. States Free 2/15/2010 This is a free, three year program, over three consecutive summers in Aspen, CO., focused on science, math and college prep. It is specifically for African American, Hispanic/Latino and Native American students. Web
ASSE International Student Exchange Programs Other
Outside U.S. Cost $4250 - $6050 Varies Offers summer homestays (6 weeks) and European Summer Language Programs (4 weeks). Web
Ball State University College of Architecture & Planning - Summer Workshop Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $1100 6/15/2010 Environmental design and problem solving at BSU in Indiana. Fee covers housing, meals and workshop materials. Transportation to BSU not included in cost. Web
Bank of America Student Leaders Program-Neighborhood Excellence Initiative Internship/Research Rising 11th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Salary 2/17/2010 8-week paid summer internship with local non-profit organization. Includes all-expense paid week in Washington DC at Student Leadership Summit. Learn how nonprofits, government and business partner to create a positive impact in our communities. Web
Barnard College, Columbia University Summer in New York City - Pre-College Program Academic Courses Rising 10th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $1800 - $4800 5/10/2010 Limited number of scholarships available. 1- 4 week residential sessions. (Tuition for commuters $1060-$3000.) Web
Baylor University High School Summer Science Research Program Academic Courses Rising 12th & Up Other U.S. States Cost 3/1/2010 Programs include: Astronomy/Space Science, Biochemistry, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Geology, Mathematics, Nutrition. Web
Bienen School of Music National High School Music Institute Academic Courses Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $1950 - $4700 3/12/2010 Cost includes tuition, room, board, health insurance, and field trips. Audition required for admission. Web
Bill of Rights Institute Constitutional Academy Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Cost $1495 4/15/2010 Teacher recommendation and writing sample required. Scholarships available. On-line course followed by one residential week in Arlington. For students interested in history, personal liberty and American government. Slots still open as of 6/9/10. Web
Blue Lake Fine Arts Camp Summer Camp Camp Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $1075 Rolling The camp serves more than 5,000 gifted elementary, junior high, and high school students with programs in music, art, dance, and drama. Also hosts a Summer Arts Festival. $200 non-refundable application fee. Web
Boston College The Boston College Experience Program Academic Courses Rising 12th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $6000 6/10/2010 Cost includes tuition, fees, room and board. Web
Boston University High School General Honors/Summer Challenge Program Academic Courses Rising 10th & Up Other U.S. States Cost Varies College credit available. There is a non-refundable registration fee $50 to $60. Tuition $530 per credit. Room and board from $1957 to $2122 per week. Deadline for applying for financial aid is April 20, 2010. Web
Boston University PROMYS (Program in Mathematics for Young Scientists) Camp Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $2700 5/30/2010 Six week program exploring creative elements in mathematics and encouraging interaction with academia and industry. Need-based and merit-based scholarships are available. Advanced seminars for returning PROMYS students also. Web
Boston University Tanglewood Institute Camp
Other U.S. States Cost 2/9/2010 Summer music programs for serious vocal and instrumental artists. Auditions required. Two week workshops or 6 week program. Web
Boston University Visual Arts Summer Institute Academic Courses Rising 10th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $2800 - $2925 4/23/2010 Intensive four-week visual arts program designed to build exceptional portfolios. Web
Brandeis University BIMA Other Rising 10th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $4600 Rolling Intensive arts program with a Jewish focus. Financial aid is available. Application deadline 2/8/10 (1st round), 3/22/10 (2nd round) Web
Brandeis University Genesis Program Other Rising 10th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $4600 Varies Integrates Jewish studies, the Arts, Humanities and Social Action. Tuition is subsidized and scholarships are available. Application deadline 2/8/10 (1st round) and 3/22/10) (2nd round). $1000 merit scholarships available. Web
Broadreach Broadreach Summer Adventures for Teenagers Other Rising 9th & Up Outside U.S. Cost $4180 - $6180 Varies Educational travel camps for teenagers. Web
Bronfman Youth Fellowships in Israel Bronfman Youth Fellowships in Israel Other Rising 11th & Up Outside U.S. Free 1/20/2010 Students of Jewish background. Six week summer program involving travel to and study about the land and people of Isreal. Follow-up seminar in NYC in November. Web
Brown University Brown Leadership Institute Academic Courses Rising 10th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $3347 Rolling Variety of two-week courses covering topics in leadership. Residential and on-line options. Rolling deadline. Web
Brown University Summer @ Brown Academic Courses Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $1946 - $9440 Rolling See website for session dates, costs. 1- 6 week courses for all HS students and 7 week courses for rising seniors, including Immersive Theatre Study, Summer Study Abroad, Intensive English, Leadership Institute. Limited financial aid available. Please check website for online courses in medicine, engineering and leadership as well. Web
Bryn Mawr Summer Programs Academic Courses Rising 10th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $900 - $3000 Rolling Writng for College, Science for College. Also Women of Distinction. Program not offered in 2009. Web
California - Berkeley, University of Academic Talent Development Program - ATDP Academic Courses Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $475 - $1045 Rolling 3/3/2010 A 6-week non-residential summer program of challenging summer classes at UC Berkeley for academically talented students. Web
California - San Diego, University of Academic Connections Academic Courses Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $3450 6/11/2010 24 courses offered. $100 application fee. Web
California - Santa Barbara, University of Research Mentorship Program, UCSB Internship/Research Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $7099 Cost includes tuition, room and board. Commuter Cost approx. $3300. A few scholarships are availabe for lower income students. College credit available on select courses. Web
California College of Arts Pre-College Summer Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $2750 3/19/2010 Housing about $895 extra; additional cost for meals. Participants earn 3 college credits. 3 week summer Atelier also offered for rising sophomores. Call 510-594-3710. Web
California Institute of Technology Young Engineering and Science Scholars Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Free 2/26/2010 Must demonstrate passion for science and math. Students of traditionally underrepresented groups encouraged to apply although all applicants will be considered. Web
California-Los Angeles, University of UCLA School of Arts and Architecture Summer Academic Courses
Other U.S. States Cost Session dates vary Web
Cambridge, University of Cambridge College Programme Academic Courses Rising 9th & Up Outside U.S. Cost $5,995 Rolling Cost does not include airfare. Leadership program includes debating. Various courses available. "Session 2" is optional extension trip to Paris. Web
Camp Encore/Coda Music Camp Camp Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $3850 - $7100 Rolling Scholarships are available. Summer camp located in Stearns Pond, Sweden, Maine. Students may be counselors in training and can attend traditional program or the conservatory program for more intensive musical experience. Web
Camp Rising Sun Camp Rising Sun Camp Rising 10th & Up Other U.S. States Free 2/1/2010 International group promoting commitment to service and leadership. Camp offers service projects, outdoor experience, artistic activities, etc. Students nominated by counselor. Web
Canada/USA Math Camp Mathcamp Camp Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $3500 4/26/2010 To inspire and motivate mathematically talented students. Scholarships available. Qualifying quiz now available - see website. Program for 2010 held at Mount Holyoke in South Hadley, MA. Web
Capital Hospice Point of Hope Camp Camp
MD Out of DC Metro Area Free 6/15/2010 This is 3 days weekend camp from 7/30 to 8/1. It is for teens grieving the loss of a loved one. Camp located at the 4-H Conference Center, Front Royal, VA. Web
Carleton College Liberal Arts Experience Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Free 3/1/2010 Students of African American descent or students who have an interest in African American culture encouraged to apply. Transportation, tuition, room and board are provided for accepted students. Web
Carleton College Summer Science Institute Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $2995 5/6/2010 Responsible for own transportation. Limited availability for scholarships based on academic merit, deadline April 2, 2010. Web
Carnegie Mellon Summer Academy for Mathematics and Science Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Free 3/1/2010 Simulates the demanding academic environment characteristic of engineering, science, computer science and mathematics. No cost for tuition, room & board, @$300 cost for books, expenses. Web
Carnegie Mellon Summer Pre-College Programs Academic Courses Rising 10th & Up Other U.S. States Cost varies Rolling 5/1/2010 Programs include Advanced Placement/Early Action (APEA), Pre-College Fine Arts (Architecture, Art, Design, Drama and Music) and the National High School Game Academy Web
Catholic University of America Experiences in Architecture Camp Rising 10th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Cost $1599 - $3200 Rolling It is an intense three-week workshop in architecture or other design related fields. Visit practicing architects. Studio design projects
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Catholic University of America Summer Sessions Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Cost Rolling Cost varies with program. Web
Center for Academic Enrichment and Excellence College Bound Other Rising 11th & Up VA Out of Metro Area Cost $250 - $400 5/1/2010 College transition program for students with disabilities. Held at Va. Tech. Also parent program. Web
Centers For Disease Control CDC Detective Disease Camp Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Free 4/1/2010 5 day academic day camp in which campers take on the role of disease detectives and learn how the CDC safeguards the nation's health. Held at CDC's headquarters in Atlanta. No boarding provided. Web
Chicago, University of Summer Session Academic Courses Rising 10th & Up Other U.S. States Cost 8163 5/15/2010 Programs include biology lab research, modern and ancient languages. Session dates vary. Addl fees for room and board, residential program fee, and health fee. 2010 informaiton available on website in February 2010. Web
China Prep China Prep Student Educational Travel Academic Courses Rising 9th & Up Outside U.S. Cost $3,900 - $5,900 Rolling costs do not include airfare to China - travel as a group from NYC (est cost: $1,300). Fee discount if do multiple programs. Web
China Quest China Quest Summer Program Academic Courses Rising 9th & Up Outside U.S. Cost $4860 4/30/2010 Cost exclusive of airfare. Web
Choate Rosemary Hall Summer Programs at Choate Academic Courses Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $2450 - $6910 Rolling Two, four and five week programs. Liberal arts, fine arts, Writing Project, Kennedy Institute, Summer Arts Program. Residential or Day option. There is a non-refundable registration fee $60 Web
Christopher Newport University Commonwealth Leadership Institute Other Rising 12th & Up VA Out of Metro Area Cost $895 Rolling 4/1/2010 5 day residential program. The Institute seeks to prepare and empower high school students to lead and affect change in their schools and communities as students. Web
Claremont McKenna College Kravis Leadership Institute - Step Up to Leadership Other Rising 11th Other U.S. States Cost $695 3/19/2010 Students need to provide own transportation to Claremont, California. Cost includes food & lodging. Online application form available on website. Student must be nominated by school by March 19, 2010 deadline. Then, student's application due by 4/1/10. Web
Clemson University Summer Science, Engineering and Architecture Enrichment Programs Camp Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $850 - $1900 5/1/2010 Multiple one week and two week sessions, starting June 6 - August 7, 2010. Variety of engaging courses plus recreational and cultural activities for advanced high school students. Web
Close Up Washington College Prep Series Academic Courses
Greater DC Metro Area Cost varies Rolling Summer programs at Washington D.C. Interact with key policy officials and D.C. insiders. Earn credit from the University of Virginia. Web
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory DNA Summer Camps Camp Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $375 - $450 Rolling Various genetics-related workshops. Several 5-day sessions. No boarding available. Web
Columbia University Summer Programs for High School Students Academic Courses Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $3400 - $6400 4/2/2010 Pre-college residential program at Columbia University for students interested in a world-class educational experience while experiencing college life in NYC. Web
Columbia University The Barcelona Experience Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up Outside U.S. Cost 3/19/2010 Collaborative effort between Columbia Univ. and Univ. of Barcelona providing student with a comprehensive Barcelona experience. 2010 cost not yet available. Web
Columbia University Understanding the Arab World Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up Outside U.S. Cost 3/19/2010 Study abroad program at King's Academy in Jordan. 2010 cost not yet available. Web
Concordia Language Village Concordia Language Academic Courses Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $1675 - $4065 Rolling Camps, academic courses, college credit for advanced levels (Fr, Ger, Sp only), paid jobs - 15 Languages offered: Arabic, Chinese, Danish, English (ESL), Finnish, French, German, Swiss, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Swedish. Various sessions. (Also Spring break (various dates) programs in Chinese, Frnech Spanish, German & Japanese) Web
Connecticut, University of UConn Mentor Connection Camp Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $3100 4/23/2010 Mentoring program allowing students to work on creative projects and research investigations with university mentors. Web
Corcoran College of Art and Design Pre-College Portfolio Development Other
Greater DC Metro Area Cost Rolling Designed to prepare students for college in the fields of fine arts, design, and photography. Painting, sculpture, photography, ceramics, 3-D design, digital art and digital animation electives. Two and four week programs, dates and costs vary. Web
Cornell University CATALYST Academy Camp Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $1,450 3/1/2010 One week summer residential program for minority studnets. Essay and recommendation for application. Financial aid available. Web
Cornell University FALCON (Chinese or Japanese Language Concentration Program Academic Courses Rising 9th & Up Outside U.S. Cost $8080 Rolling 3/1/2010 Intensive Chinese and Japanese courses. 8 college credits. Full financial aid possible. Listed cost does not include room & board. Web
Cornell University Shoals Marine Laboratory Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $4812 - $9424 4/16/2010 Financial aid encouraged (offered). Located at a marine station in the Gulf of Maine. See website for update information ; www.sml.cornell.edu or call the Shoals Office 607-255-3717. Possible paid internship available after course for students 18 and over. Web
Cornell University Summer College Programs for High School Students Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $5550 - $9180 4/30/2010 3 - 6 week courses in Science, Engineering, Computer Science, and other subjects. Deadline for Veterinary Medicine and Biology Research Apprenticeship is 3/10/10. Financial aid available. Web
Cornell University The Curie Academy - Diversity Programs Camp Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $1450 3/1/2010 One week summer residential program in July 2010 for female students who excel in science and math. Special consideration given to minorities. See website for dates and details. Web
Council on International Exchange CIEE China & Japan Summer Other Rising 9th & Up Outside U.S. Cost varies Immersion into Chinese or Japanese culture. No prior language experience needed. See website for details. Web
Crow Canyon Archaeological Center High School Archaeology & Field Camp Camp Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $1175 - $4075 6/10/2010 Full scholarships available for American Indian students. Hands-on archaeological expereince. Excavate a a real archaeological site and work with ancient Pueblo artifacts in lab. Web
Dallas, University of Summer Study in Europe Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up Outside U.S. Cost $4890 Program offered : Shakespeare in Italy. Web
Dayton, University of Women in Engineering Summer Camp Camp Rising 10th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $475 6/1/2010 Outstanding opportunity for women: Sunday through Friday engineering summer camp. $475 covers double-occupancy room, meals and all camp events. Web
DC Asian Pacific American Film POV Youth Filmmaker Workshop Academic Courses
Greater DC Metro Area Free 6/18/2010 6 consecutive Saturdays. Program for Asian Pacific American youth, teaching them the art of moviemaking, Create a short film from conception to completion. A final class short film will premiere during the 11th annual DC APA Film Festival. Web
Delaware State University GEMS - Girls Explorations in Mathematics and Science Camp Rising 10th & Up Other U.S. States Free Enrichment program for female students in mathematics, biology and technology. Free program for all participants with a small stipend awarded to the participants. Must have completed Algebra II and Biology. No program being held in 2010. Web
Delaware State University Intensive Summer Science Program Academic Courses Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost Four week residential program. Cost covers room, board and a technology fee. Session dates TBD. No program being held in 2010. Web
Delaware, University of Summer College Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $2995 - $5975 Rolling 5/15/2010 Earn college credits. Weekend trips, educational, recreational, and social programs. Merit scholarhip and financial aid available. Web
Denison University Jonathan R. Reynolds Young Writers Workshop Camp Rising 10th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $1100 4/9/2010 8-day residential workshop on campus designed to develop talents and visions as beginning poet or writer. Financial aid available to those qualified. Include writing sample with application. Web
DeSales University Summer Video Institute Academic Courses
Other U.S. States Cost $900.00 6/1/2010 Introduction to the theories and techniques of digital movie making. Each student will produce their own film and contribute to a larger scale production. Residential option available but not included in cost. Web
DigiPen Institute of Technology ProjectFUN Workshops Academic Courses
Other U.S. States Cost $995 4/30/2008 Also dates in August. Classes in video gaming development; game programming, 3D computer animation and robotics. Various locations, non-residential program (although they list housing ideas for Redmond location). Also, online courses. Web
Digital Media Academy Digital Media Academy Academic Courses
Other U.S. States Cost varies Varies Over 40 teen courses in 3D game creation, digital filmmaking, robotics, webdesign and Flash. Held at various universities during the summer. Web
Drexel University Summer Mentorship Program Internship/Research Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $1000 3/15/2010 Three week research experience working in Drexel lab on individualized research project. Web
Duke University Duke Summer Youth Programs - Leading by Example Camp Rising 10th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $1750 Varies Fee includes housing, meals Web
Duke University Talent Identification Program Academic Courses Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost varies Various programs in the US and overseas. Summer studies program for grades 9-10, Field Studies and Institute for grades 9-12 and Scholar Weekends for grades 9-11. Dates and costs vary. Financial Aid available for programs in the US. Web
Duke University Young Writers' Camp Camp Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $1740 5/17/2010 Opportunity to explore different genres, such as short fiction, poetry, journalism, and playwriting.
Instruction by professional writers and educators.
Local guest speakers.
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Earthwatch Institute Earthwatch Expeditions Internship/Research Rising 11th & Up Outside U.S. 3/1/2010 Earthwatch Teen Teams Expeditions program. Students are able to work for 2-3 weeks with scientists on research expedition. Dates, cost and locatins vary. Web
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Aerospace Summer Camp & Aerospace II Camp Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $4500 Rolling 3 1/2 week camp covering developments in space technology, history of space flight, space shuttle operations, and teamwork in aerospace industry. Session 2 is for Aerospace II, prerequisite is Aerospace I. $200 discount for applications received by April 9, 2010. 3 college credits. Web
Emerson College Arts and Communications Academy Academic Courses Rising 10th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $2295 - $3195 Rolling Programs include: Young Film Makers, Studio Television, Acting/Musical Theater, Stage Design, Young Writers. Cost does not include housing. Web
Emory University Pre-College Program Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $2265 - $8700 5/17/2010 Six-week courses for credit. Two and four-week non-credit courses from 06/28/10 to 08/06/10. Room and board available for additional cost. Registration fee $50.00 Web
Enrichment Alley Enrichment Alley Other Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Comprehensive database search engine for finding educational enrichment opportunities for high school students for the summer and throughout the year anywhere in the US. Web
Exploration Summer Programs Explortion Summer Programs Camp Rising 10th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $4875 - $8975 Rolling Extensive course offerings. Program held on Yale campus. Web
Fairfax County Association for the Gifted Summer Camp Enrichment Guide Other
Greater DC Metro Area Online guide to summer academic programs and enrichment camps for gifted students. Web
Fairfax County Democratic Committee Summer Internship Positions Internship/Research Rising 10th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Free none Rolling Work in a Democratic office with full time staff assisting with targeting and distributing information, registering voters, data entry, internet outreach and fundraising logistics. Opportunities to meet the candidates. Length of service is flexible. Web
Fairfax County Park Authority CIT-Summer Counselor in Training Program Service Opportunity Rising 9th & Up VA Out of Metro Area Cost 6/11/2010 Counselor-in-training program for Park Authority Rec-Pac Summer Camps. Students must attend an orientation at Poe Middle School in Annandale VA on June 19, 2010. $85 fee for orientation. Paid positions available for students 18 and older. Web
Fairfax Public Access Television 101 and Radio Summer Camps Camp Rising 9th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Cost $35 - $500 Hands-on training at TV and radio production facility. Sessions 1, 2 and 3 for TV 101 Studio Summer Camp from 18am-12pm; Addt'l session for radio camp from 9 to 1pm on 7/26/10 - 7/30/10 . Also TV101 Field Production Camp to study and implement elements of a field project. Edit using Final Cut Pro. Web
Fallingwater (Frank Lloyd Wright House) High School Residency Program at Fallingwater Other Rising 10th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $700 5/15/2010 Cost includes room & board. Architectural landscape design & building projects. In-depth, scholarly discussions and applications of Frank Lloyd Wright's organic architecture principles. Web
Federal Bureau of Investigation Future Agents in Training Camp
Greater DC Metro Area Free 5/17/2010 Week-long summer program hosted by FBI's Washington Field Office that allows students to receive hands-on training and learn from Special Agent investigative tactics that include gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, capturing criminals, and solving cases. Web
Foreign Language Study Abroad Service Teen Summer Study Abroad Other
Outside U.S. Cost Varies Language study program abroad. Check website for languages offered and dates. Web
Foundation for Teaching Economics Economics for Leaders Academic Courses Rising 12th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $125 - $200 3/1/2010 Program dates are from June 13 to August 15. The program is last for one week and it is held in varies Universities across the U.S. Web
Foundation for Teaching Economics Economics for Leaders (EFL) Academic Courses Rising 12th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $125 - $200 3/1/2010 Various sites in the US including College of William and Mary. One-week program on economics and leadership. Free lodging, meals, and materials. Student pays a program fee ($125 - $200) and transportation to site. Web
Foundation Global Education Perspectives China; Perspectives India Other Rising 9th & Up Outside U.S. Cost $3,590 - $4,990 + 3/31/2010 tel. #: +852 8172 1072, fax #: +852 8169 1072, skype: foundationge Shanghai programs: Chinese culture & Mandarin or Community Service & Mandarin or Individual Research (grades 11-12); Jaipur program: Culture, with community service extension. Please see website for detailed descriptions! Costs vary (airfare not included). Financial aid available. Web
Future Leader Camp Future Leader Camp Camp Rising 10th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $1625 Rolling Camp includes adventure training, survival training, team challenges and classroom instruction. Fee includes dorm room, meals, uniforms and all activities. Web
Gallaudet University CPSO - Programs for High School Students Academic Courses Rising 10th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Cost $495 - $1430 A variety of programs for hearing and hard of hearing students. Sessions range from 1 week to 4 weeks. Web
GEMS - Gains in the Education of Mathematics and Science Gains in the Education of Mathematics and Science Internship/Research Rising 9th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Stipend $100 - $400 Rolling Advanced GEMS: GEMS is a paid summer internship that allows students unique-hands on experiences in Army Laboratories. This is a four-week intensive program, filled with exciting hands-on experiences. Classes are held (all four weeks) at Uniform Services University of the Health Sciences, Bethesda, Maryland. The programs are designed such that successful students return in future summers to complete even more sophisticated studies so that they may eventually become part of the 8-week SEAP apprenticeship. Web
George Mason University Aspiring Scientists Summer Internship Program Internship/Research Rising 11th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Free 3/1/2010 Perform scientific research at George Mason University's Fairfax and Prince William campuses in areas such as proteomics, genomics, neuroscience, biochemistry, environmental biology and more. Web
George Mason University Northern Virginia Writing Project Camp Rising 9th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Cost $375 - $415 5/13/2010 Enrichment opportunity. Students write and share work with other writers. Web
George Mason University Summer Enrichment for Talented Youth Academic Courses Rising 9th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Cost $400 Rolling Non-credit enrichment courses for students with math and computer science aptitude. Class size limited to 25. Morning and afternoon sessions. Must have at least a B average in most recent math class. Web
George Mason University The Washington Journalism and Media Conference Other Rising 12th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Cost $1885 Rolling 5/1/2010 Outstanding juniors (rising seniors) are nominated (or self-nominated) to be National Youth Correspondents based on a demonstrated interest in journalism and media, and the ability to be exceptional representatives for their states and high schools. Web
George Mason University Washington Youth Summit on the Environment Other Rising 12th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Cost $1885 Rolling 5/1/2010 The Washington Youth Summit on the Environment is a week-long residential program for rising high school seniors who have a demonstrated interest and leadership in conservation and the environment. The conference will focus on the future of the industry and developing leadership and management skills. Student will have a unique behind-the-scenes insight into the dynamic world of environmental science through experiential learning, guest lectures and networking opportunities with the leaders in the conservation community. Web
George Washington University Computer Science Summer Camps Camp Rising 9th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Cost $250 - $500 6/1/2010 Computer courses. Game development, animation and robotics. First session is introductory, second is advanced. Web
George Washington University Pre-College Program Academic Courses Rising 9th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Cost $1980 - $2600 Rolling 5/1/2010 10-day non-credit mini-courses for rising 9-12 graders. Web
Georgetown Day School Summer Enrichment/Summer Service Classes Academic Courses Rising 9th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Cost $410 5/2/2010 Two- week long enrichment classes in Urban Ecology, Immigration Literature, Social Justice and Service Learning, and others. Web
Georgetown University Summer Programs for High School Students Academic Courses Rising 9th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Cost $1575 - $4200 Rolling Session dates and cost vary. Online application available. Web
Georgia Institute of Technology Bio@Tech Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $695 4/23/2010 Intensive, investigative biology experience. Lectures/laboratory experiments from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm at Georgia Tech's School of Biology. Room/Board not provided. Web
Gettysburg College Mason-Dixon Jazz Camp Camp Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $530 - $640 5/14/2010 $640 includes room and board, 5305 tuition and board only.. Web
Givology Summer Internship Program Internship/Research Rising 9th & Up
Free Varies Unpaid summer internship for online, nonprofit firm. PR, marketing, communications, fundraising, finance, tech mgmt, translation. Min. duration of 3 weeks, at least 12 hrs/wk. Send application to info@givology.org. UK phone # 07532170845. Web
Global Works Summer Service Programs Service Opportunity Rising 9th & Up Outside U.S. Cost $2,995 - $5,995 Rolling Programs in Costa Rica, Puerto Rico, Peru, Argentina, Mexico, Spain, France, Fiji, New Zealand, Martinique, Ecuador, Ireland, Panama and China. Check website for dates and cost...an unforgettable travel experience for individuals who want adventure and the opportunity to be a spark for social change in the world. Web
Great Books Foundation Great Books Summer Program Camp Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $1650 - $4650 3/1/2010 One to three week sessions at Amherst College (MA), Stanford University (CA) in June and July 2010. Cost varies by program. Additional fees apply. A carefully selected group of outstanding students come together to take up the Great Conversation of classic literature, with a broad range of texts and an emphasis on timeless questions. Web
Habitat for Humanity - Northern Virginia Habitat for Humanity Service Opportunity Rising 9th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Free Varies See website for details. Web
Hampshire College Summer Studies in Mathematics Academic Courses Rising 10th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $2711 Rolling Must have school sponsor, take "Interesting Test," write letter why you want to attend. Cost covers room and board. Web
Harvard University Summer School Program Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $9785 Rolling 5/3/2010 Academic courses at Harvard University. College credit. Room and board is included. Financial aid applications due 4/2/10. $50 application fee. Web
Hemlock Overlook Center for Experiential Education Hemlock Overlook Service Opportunity Rising 9th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Free Varies Dates and costs vary. Web
Hillsdale College Study Abroad Academic Courses Rising 10th & Up Outside U.S. Cost $3680 Rolling 3 Study Abroad programs for college credit: Shakespeare (Stratford-upon-Avon, Oxford and London, England). Winston Churchill & World War II. (Paris, Normandy and London). Western Civilization: (Rome, Pompeii, Florence, Milan). Web
Hillsdale College Summer Science Camp Camp Rising 10th & Up Other U.S. States Free 4/2/2010 $100 application fee. All other costs paid by foundation grant. Three camps, each limited to first 20 applicants. Students selected primarily from Michigan area but students nationwide are encouraged to apply. Web
Hispanic National Bar Association Future Latino Leaders Law Camp Camp Rising 10th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Free 5/1/2010 Week-long camp for Latino students interested in legal careers. $50 registration fee. Web
Hofstra University Summer Pre-College Program Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $6,105 - $6,355 5/1/2010 Earn three college credits as well as enjoy a college search seminar and optional Princeton Review SAT preparation. Web
Hofstra University Summer Science Research Program Internship/Research 10th or 11th Other U.S. States Cost $5,600 - $5,850 4/5/2010 Students will be selected for this program on the basis of their high school science experience, a personal interview and, above all, the high school teacher's recommendation. On acceptance, students will be assigned to a specific faculty member based on the student’s preference, faculty availability, and the student’s laboratory experience. Web
Howard University Center of Excellence Camp Rising 9th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Cost $1360 - $2250 4/30/2010 Six-week intensive program for 30 high achievers with expressed interest in health professions. National Achievement Scholars and high achieving math/science students encouraged to apply. Residential and non-res. programs available. Web
Howard University HU MSEIP - Minority Science and Engineering Improvement Program Academic Courses Rising 12th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Free 3/15/2010 This program is based on web based research. Students need to pay the cost of transportation. A monetary award will be given to students who demonstrate promise of achieving the goals of HU MSEIP. Web
Howard University NOAA Center for Atmospheric Sciences Weather Camp Camp Rising 11th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Free Rolling 4/30/2010 Residential weather camp covering meteorological phenomena, environmental sciences, and applied physical sciences through hands-on activities. Application must be rec'd by NCAS by deadline; supporting documentation may follow. Web
Howard University School of Business Summer Enrichment Other Rising 11th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Free 5/1/2010 Selected students receive full scholarship (includes classroom, 6 day dorm stay, meals, field trips) for summer residential programs at School of Business. 5 spots held for qualified rising juniors. Computer Info. Systems, Accounting & Hospitality sectors highlighted. Students responsible for local travel expenses to/from DC campus. Web
Howard University Summer Actuarial Program Academic Courses Rising 12th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Cost 4/16/2010 Full scholarship provided for minority students.
ID Tech Camps ID Tech Camps Camp Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost Week-long, day and overnight summer tech programs at 60 universities nationwide. Web
Institute for Educational Advancement Apprenticeship Program Internship/Research Rising 10th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $3100 - $4100 5/1/2009 3 or 4 week residential programs; needs based scholarships available. Students work with mentors at universities, research labs, hospitals, businesses. Fees cover Occidental College campus dorms and some recreational activities. Must be 16+ years old. Web
Interamerican University Studies Institute Costa Rica Pura Vida Academic Courses Rising 9th & Up Outside U.S. Cost $ Intensive Spanish and field biology in Costa Rica. Scholarship assistance available, deadline of for scholarship application. No program in 2010, program will return in 2011. Web
Interlochen Center For The Arts Interlochen Arts Camp Camp Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $400 - $7000 2/1/2010 Start date and session dates for programs vary. See website. App fee $35-$50. Need-based and merit-based financial aid available. Web
Intern Exchange International, Ltd. Internship Program Internship/Research Rising 10th & Up Outside U.S. - London Cost $7695 Rolling In the Internship programme, you'll be side by side with professionals in your area of interest - from Archaeology to Strategic Studies. Interns work at leading companies like Mulberry, Barclays Bank, The Lanesborough Hotel and Bloomsbury Publishing. You might be assigned to a prominent British barrister or to a leading stockbroker, do medical research or assist a classroom teacher of special needs children. Housing at a University of London dorm. Web
International Seminar Series Service Learning in Paris and Barcelona Service Opportunity Rising 10th & Up Outside U.S. Cost $6,850 4/15/2010 Airfare to Paris or Barcelona not included. Service projects and touring. Housed in 15th arrondissement, Paris, and central Barcelona. Web
Ithaca College Summer College for High School Students Academic Courses Rising 10th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $1080 - $4980 5/1/2010 $25 application fee. Financial aid available for need-based and merit-based. Students in 3-week session earn two to four college credits. All students take one course. Web
J. Craig Venter Institute Internship Program Internship/Research
Greater DC Metro Area Salary $9.90/hr - 40 hrs/wk 2/16/2010 8-12 wk paid science research internship at the Rockville Maryland location or the San Diego, CA location. Online application, essay, transcript, 2 recommendations. Work permit required if under 18.) Web
Johns Hopkins University CTY - Civic Leadership Institute Academic Courses Rising 10th & Up MD Out of DC Metro Area Cost $3690 Three-week residential summer program for gifted high school students. Rigorous academic work with community service and hands-on field experiences designed to help young people develop the knowledge, experience, and leadership skills they need to make a positive impact on society. First session in Baltimore, MD. Second session in Berkeley, CA. Financial aid available. Web
Johns Hopkins University Engineering Innovation Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Cost $1950 - $3785 5/3/2010 Prerequisite: Alegbra II, Trig., lab science, Excel. $50 application fee. Up to 3 credits available. Residential option also available in Baltimore. Other program dates and locations listed on website. Web
Johns Hopkins University Pre-College Program Academic Courses Rising 10th & Up MD Out of DC Metro Area Cost $1645 - $6300 3/31/2010 Pre-college opportunity to take college courses. Financial aid available. Online courses have been added. Web
Julian Krinsky Camps and Programs PreCollege Summer Programs Academic Courses
Other U.S. States Cost Rolling Available at various locations: Univ. of Penn, Bryn Mawr College or Haverford College. Course offerings include Business, Model UN, Internships, Film, Music, Fine Arts and more. Web
Junior Statesman Foundation Junior Statesman Summer Program Academic Courses Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $500 - $4500 Rolling Summer school programs in government and politics. Four Locations: Georgetown, Princeton, Stanford and Beijing. Also Junior Statesmen Institutes/Symposia (shorter sessions and less expensive): UCLA, Stanford and Princeton. Scholarships available. Web
Kenyon Review Young Writer's Summer Program Camp Rising 10th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $2,275 3/1/2010 Young Writers is an intensive two-week workshop for intellectually curious, motivated high-school students who value writing. Our goal is to help students develop their creative and critical abilities with language to become better, more productive writers and more insightful thinkers. Web
Kettering University AIM Academic Courses Rising 12th only Other U.S. States Free 4/19/2010 5 week program designed to help students of color make a successful transition from high school to college. Students attend freshman level courses Monday through Thursday in calculus, chemistry, chemistry lab, computer programming, computer lab, economics, physics, physics lab and business management. Classes are taught by Kettering University faculty. On Fridays, company tours are scheduled and students are able to speak with professional engineers and managers. Web
Kettering University LITE - Lives Improve Through Engineering Camp Rising 12th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $500 4/13/2010 Two week program to introduce female HS juniors to engineering to solve real world problems. Web
Keystone Science School Keystone Mountain Adventures Camp Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $1,000 - $1,400 3/31/2010 Expedition-based wilderness camp. Web
Knowledge Exchange Institute KEI Study Abroad Internship/Research Rising 10th & Up Outside U.S. Cost $5250 - $5995 3/10/2010 Conduct intensive research under the supervision of senior scientists or participate in clinical internships under the supervision of physicians. Prepare for the Intel Science Talent Search (STS) and other science contests. College credit (US accreditation) In Bangkok,Thailand or Pushchino, Russia. Also includes cultural excursions. Web
Kopernik Observatory & Science Center Link Summer Science Explorations Camp Rising 10th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $935 - $1770 4/21/2010 1 or 2 week residential astronomy program focused on Moon Craters and Catastrophes. Lab work includes lunar astrophotography, crater simulations, telescope sessions, lunar mapping. Web
Landon School Landon in Summer - Italy & Greece Other Rising 9th & Up Outside U.S. Cost $3,500 - $5,750 Rolling The program will begin in Greece, June 14 and take the students to Athens, the islands, including Naxos, Delos, Thera and Crete as well as ancient Thessaly andMacedonia. In early July, students will have the opportunity to live in the Bay of Naples, visit the Amalfi coast, and the island of Capri. Students will also stay in Rome and Cortona, Tuscany near Florence and Siena for the remainder of the Italian portion of the program. Web
Landon School Landon in Summer - China Other Rising 9th & Up Outside U.S. co-educational trip since 2001. Participants travel to Beijing, Shanghai, Yangshuo and Xi'an. For the 4 week language immersion program, students stay with families in Beijing and Chengdu. Web
Landon School Landon in Summer - France Other Rising 9th & Up Outside U.S. Cost $ 3,850 - $ 4,250 Rolling Every summer since 1989, Landon-in-France has offered 3-4 week co-educational linguistic and cultural immersion travel program. Students live with Franch families in Tours, attend academic classes and explore French culture with visits to museums, cathedrals and chateaux. Web
Landon School Landon in Summer - Spain Other Rising 9th & Up Outside U.S.

Language Travel Company Language Travel Company Academic Courses
Outside U.S. Cost Varies Immersion programs for students at all levels. See website for list of languages and locations. Web
LEAD LEAD Business Academic Courses 11th only Out of Metro Area Cost $900 - $1200 3/1/2010 Locations at various universities. Juniors only. Three and four week programs. Applications for 2011 program will be out in Oct. 2010 Web
LEAD LEAD Engineering Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $900 3/1/2010 Residential Engineering Program at UC Berkeley, UVA, Georgia Inst of Tech, or Univ of Michigan. Includes solving challenging engineering problems, lab, lectures, team project work. Financial aid available. 2011 programs applications available Oct 2010 Web
LEAD LEAD Global Academic Courses Rising 9th & 10th Other U.S. States 3/1/2010 Application for summer 2011 available Oct 2010. International student peer groups within a team based work environment. The goal is to gain practical experience in understanding the benefits of choosing a career that is international in scope. University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg will host the program in the fields of engineering, health science and business Web
Lead America Youth Leadership Conferences Other
Greater DC Metro Area Cost varies Various conferences, locations and session dates vary. Web
Leadership Arlington Youth Program Leadership Arlington Youth Program
Rising 11th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Cost 350 - 500 6/18/2010 Selected students visit local organizations and meet with local leaders. Opportunity to job shadow in a field relating to students' interests. Web
Learning Program International (LPI) Learning Programs International (LPI) Academic Courses Rising 10th & Up Outside U.S. Cost Varies Rolling Deadline 3/15/10 to 4/1/10. 2-week, 3-week and month-long programs. Students take intensive language course at fully-accredited foreign universities for college credit. Programs in Spain, France, Mexico, and Costa Rica. Cost varies. Web
Leysin American School Summer in Switzerland Academic Courses Rising 9th & Up Outside U.S. Cost Rolling Two and three week programs in Switzerland. Dates, costs vary. Web
Lockheed Martin MS2 Science & Technology Internship Program Internship/Research
Greater DC Metro Area Stipend Must be US citizen and able to obtain DoD secret security clearnance. Submit resume to don.garris@lmco.com. Web
Longacre Expeditions Longacre Expeditions Camp
Other U.S. States Cost Rolling US and Overseas locations. Session dates vary by location. Cost varies. Web
Loyola University Chicago Pre-Collegiate Summer Scholars Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $2115 - $7117 Opportunities to earn college credits, residential or commuter options. Financial aid for those qualified. Sesions 1 and 2 offer classes on campus. Session 3 offers abroad study in Rome - details on website. Web
Marie Walsh Sharpe Art Foundation Summer Seminar Camp 11th only Other U.S. States Free 4/7/2010 A full scholarship available to juniors. Cost only for travel to & from Colorado Springs. Program held on the campus of the Colorado College in Colorado Springs, CO. Provides foundation of skills and understanding in the visual arts. Web
Marine Science Consortium Precollege Summer Program Camp Rising 10th & Up Out of Metro Area Cost $575/wk Rolling in residence includes room and board from Sun pm to Sat am. Two programs offered are Ichthyology and Marine Invertebrates. There are various courses. Each course is one week long and will have some crossover activities with a concurrent college-level course. Web
Marti Spanish Academy Immersion Experience for High School Students Academic Courses Rising 9th & Up VA Out of Metro Area Cost $1345 - $2555 2/15/2010 Full Spanish immersion program in Lynchburg, VA. Tuition includes lodging, meals, materials. College credits available. Web
Maryland Institute College of Art Pre-College Studio Residency Program Academic Courses Rising 10th & 11th Greater DC Metro Area Cost $3900 - $4100 4/21/2010 Full and partial scholarships available. Opportunity to earn 3 college credits, enhance portfolio and in depth studio instruction. Also program in Tuscany: 6/20-7/11, 7/11-8/1, $5300, 3/31/10 deadline. Web
Maryland, University of College Preparation Workshop Series Other Rising 9th & Up MD Out of DC Metro Area Free 6/14/2010 Program on applying to college and exploring careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Apply online. Web
Maryland, University of E2 @ UMD Camp Rising 11th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Cost $800 3/26/2010 Fee is due upon acceptance to the program. Will continue to review applications past deadline, until program is filled. Web
Maryland, University of Java Passport Summer Workshop Other Rising 9th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Free Must have at least a 3.4 GPA. Program is not offered in 2010. Web
Maryland, University of Jump Start Camp Rising 11th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Free 3/15/2010 Sessions include: Forensic Science, Biomedical Science, Animal Behavior and Physiology Web
Maryland, University of S.P.I.C.E. (Students with Potential and Interest, Considering Engineering) Camp Rising 9th & 10th Greater DC Metro Area Cost 295 Rolling Payments required after student admitted to program. Week-long day camp for young women who want to learn more about engineering. Also, advising available on what courses to take in high school as preparation for college engineering program. Web
Maryland, University of WIE LEAD Academies Camp Rising 9th & Up MD Out of DC Metro Area Cost $50 Rolling 4/16/2010 2010 offerings: Session 1: Chemical & Biomolecular Engineering; Session 2: Aerospace Engineering. Two additional sessions to be scheduled possibly. Check website. $50 per session Web
Maryland, University of Young Scholars Program Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Cost $1850 - $2995 Rolling Earn 3 college credits in 3 weeks. $205 application fee. May be additional fees for some courses. Web
Maryland-DC Scholastic Press Association Summer Journalism Program Academic Courses Rising 9th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Cost $215 - $270 5/7/2010 Limited number of full merit "Washington Post" scholarships available for ethnic minority rising junior and senior students. Fee of $370 for housing and meals. A $15 Late Fee assessed to applications received after May 7, 2010 Web
Mathematics Foundation of America Canada/USA Mathcamp Camp Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $3500 Intensive 5-week-long residential summer program for high school students interested in Math. Scholarships available. Program includes lectures, seminars, workshops, projects, math competitions. To be held at Mount Holyoke College, South Hadley, MA for 2010. Web
Miami University (Ohio) Miami University Junior Scholars Program Academic Courses Rising 12th Other U.S. States Cost $2465 - $3673 5/1/2010 Various courses earn college credit. Scholarships available. GPA of 3.5 Web
Michigan State University High School Honors Science/Math/Engineering Program Internship/Research
Other U.S. States Cost $3200 4/1/2010 Work on research project under mentorship of university researcher. Financial aid available. Research topics vary according to faculty participating. Web
Michigan, University of BFA Prep Academic Courses Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $2000 - $2800 5/3/2010 Rising freshmen through juniors. Opportunity to experience the studio intensity of a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree curriculum. Develop a competitive portfolio and enhance both technical and conceptual skills. Tuition covers room, board, fees, supplies, field trips. Web
Michigan, University of Camp CAEN (College of Engineering) Camp Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $495 - $525 Rolling Beginner and advanced classes in Java, C++, Programming, Game Development, Web Design, 3D Graphics, Flash Animation. 1 & 2 week sessions available. Cost quoted are for one week sessions. Sessions run from 6/21/10 thru 7/30/10 in one or two week increments. Web
Michigan, University of Math and Science Scholars Summer Program Academic Courses Rising 10th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $1000 - $3400 Rolling Program to expose students to current developments and research in science. $100 application fee. Web
Microsoft Summer Camp DigiGirlz Camp Rising 9th & Up Greater DC Metro Area/Other States Free Two to four day, free programs for female students. Several dates and locations. Now accepting on-line applications for current camp dates posted for ND, NC, WA states. Additional camp locations to be posted by end of March. Check website for latest details. Web
Minnesota, University of ECEPS- Exploring Careers in Engineering & Physical Sciences Academic Courses Rising 10th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $75 4/30/2010 Young Women Only! June 14-18 and July 12-16
Co-ed–Diversity Initiative June 21-25 and July 19-23, July 26-30
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MIT Massachusetts Institute of Technology MIT MITES Academic Courses Rising 12th & Up Other U.S. States Free 2/1/2010 Six-week program designed to introduce rising seniors from underrepresented communities to curricula and careers in engineering, entrepreneurship, and science. Web
MIT Massachusetts Institute of Technology Women's Technology Program Other Rising 12th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $3000 1/15/2010 Intro to engineering & computer science for girls with little or no prior background. Live in dorm. Excellent grades, essays, high PSAT or SAT score required for application. Students with financial need can apply to have the costs waived. Web
Morehouse College Pre-College Leadership Program Other Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $400 2/20/2009 Residential leadership program Limited to 30 male participants. Martin Luther King Jr. is a Morehouse College alumnus and students will visit the MLK Center for Nonviolent Social Change & the MLK Historic Monument. Web
Mount Holyoke College Summer Math and SEARCH Academic Courses Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $ Rolling Financial aid available. No programs will be held in 2010. Web
NASA INSPIRE Internship/Research Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States 6/30/2010 One year online community, Selections for the program will be in September. Members have the option to compete for summer of 2011 opportunities, including paid internships for 11th & 12th grade . Various dates and locations. Web
NASA SOAR Program Camp Rising 12th & Up VA Out of Metro Area Free WILL NOT BE HELD SUMMER 2010. Free (includes travel expenses) NASA residential aeronautics program for HS rising seniors.
NASA Goddard Space Flight Center ATMO Summer Institute of Robotics (SIR) Camp Rising 9th & Up MD Out of DC Metro Area Free 6/1/2010 2 week residential program, including Virginia students. Introduction to robotics, mechanical platforms, microcontroller systems, computer science, presentation skills. $30 non-refundable application fee. Open to all but looking for low income students. Web
NASA Goddard Space Flight Center Career Experience Program Other
MD Out of DC Metro Area Free Rolling 1-3 hour opportunity to job shadow with a scientist, engineer or technician. Applications due six weeks prior to requested job shadowing experience. Web
NASA Goddard Space Flight Center High School Intern Program Internship/Research Rising 11th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Stipend TBD 2/7/2010 6 week research-based internship for rising juniors and seniors. Project areas include earth and space systems science, biometrics, computer science, robotics, engineering. Submit applications online. Web
NASA Goddard Space Flight Center National Space Club Scholars Program Internship/Research Rising 11th & Up MD Out of DC Metro Area 2/24/2010 6 week (non-residential) internship where students work with a technical professional in earth and space systems science, computer science or engineering. Must be a US citizen. $1000 towards costs is provided. Applications open in December. Web
National Bar Association Crump Law Camp Camp Rising 9th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Cost income based 4/30/2010 Two-week program to introduce students to the study of law held at Howard University. Open enrollment but emphasis on enrolling low-income minority students. Non-refundable $30 application fee. Web
National Computer Camps Summer Computer Camp Camp Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $830 - $985/week Rolling Locations: Fairfield University, Connecticut; Oglethorpe, Atlanta; Notre Dame College, Cleveland; Manhattan College, New York. Session dates vary Web
National Geographic Student Expeditions Academic Courses Rising 9th & Up Other or Outside U.S. Cost varies 3/16/2010 Summer expeditions to countries including China, Australia, Costa Rica, Mexico, Galapagos, Peru, and more. New in 2010, on-campus programs in Hawaii and Costa Rica and Italy. Community service hours and photography opportunities available. Application fee nonrefundable. Financial suport available to those who qualify. See website for more info. Web
National Museum of Natural History AIO Marine Science Camp Academic Courses
Other U.S. States Cost $2,250 Rolling 5/15/2010 Field-oriented oceanography program in Seal Harbor, Maine. No previous experience in oceanography required. Program is analytical in nature with fieldwork, lectures, and research in a wet lab. Offer one week, two week and advanced sessions, dates vary. Acceptance contingent on teacher recommendation. Review session dates on website - age specific. Web
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) STEM Internships Internship/Research Rising 11th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Stipend $1650 - $2200 Six to eight week Career Orientation Program introducing juniors and seniors to NOAA through technical oriented work and exposure to day to day experiences of scientists and engineers. Applications due 5/24/10 although agency will accept late applications. Web
National Park Service/Dept of the Interior Climate Change Communication Internships Internship/Research Rising 11th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Stipend 250/wk Rolling 4/16/2010 10 weeks. Duties include: web page content, public outreach projects, creation of brochures, podcasts and films and translation of data into graphs and GIS maps. Location: Washington DC Web
National Science Resources Center Summer Internships Internship/Research
Greater DC Metro Area Free 3/15/2010 Part of Smithsonian Institute; NSRC near L'Enfant Plaza Metro. Interested in improving K-12 science education in the U.S.& worldwide? Apply online. Opportunities also in fundraising, communications, publications, finance and administration. Web
National Student Leadership Conference National Student Leadership Conference Other Rising 10th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Cost $1695 - $2995 Rolling Career focused leadership conferences in 13 career areas. Held at various universities. College credit avail. Programs run JUN-AUG. Some need-based scholarships available. Web
National Young Leaders Conference Congressional Youth Leadership Council Other Rising 9th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Cost $2395 Rolling Students will examine the concept of leadership in the context of national and global issues. Tuition includes hotel housing, breakfasts and dinners. Check website for date scholarships application are due. Web
Nebraska - Lincoln, University of All Math Summer Camp for H.S. Girls Camp Rising 10th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $125 in state - $250 out of state 5/3/2010 Eligibilty depends on math classes taken. Web
New Hampshire, University of Project SMART Summer Institute Camp current 10th & 11th Other U.S. States Cost $2,800 Rolling An interdisciplinary study of science, scientific thinking and problem-solving. In addition to the excitement of science, students develop a historical and philosophical perspective for exploring the social and ethical issues raised in current fields of study. Modules include "Biotechnology and Nanotechnology", "Space Science", and "Marine and Environmental Science". Students receive 4.0 units of UHN college credit. Web
New York Film Academy Film and Acting Camps Camp Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $1500 - $6900 Rolling Produce, write, direct, shoot and edit a film on a selected subject . Locations Universal Studios, NYC, Disney in FL, Harvard, Yale, Florence, Paris, London. 4 and 6 week courses. Cost varies. Room & board costs additional. Web
New York University Tisch School of the Arts - Summer High School Programs Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $7719 - $10821 2/12/2010 Earn 6 college credits. NYC cost is $7719, plus housing and fees, Dublin and Paris cost is $10821, includes tuition and housing. Dublin program requires an additional lab fee. Nonrefundable online application fee of $75 for all programs. Need-based scholarships available. Web
New York University, Steinhardt School of Culture, Education and Human Deve Music Business Summer Institute Camp Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $1,600 4/1/2010 Each day of this exclusive institute has a theme that teaches you about the music business, challenges your ideas, and gives you the tools to use your thinking. You’ll also participate in field trips and interact with industry professionals. Applicants do not need to be musicians to apply. Web
NIH (National Institute of Health) Summer Internship in Biomedical Research Internship/Research
Greater DC Metro Area Stipend $1700 - $1900 3/1/2010 Research with scientists in NIH labs, various locations. MUST APPLY ON LINE. Minimum eight week commitment, dates vary, usually runs mid-May to end of June. Web
NIH (National Institute of Health) Office of Science Education LifeWorks E-Mentoring Other
Greater DC Metro Area Free Online mentorship program for students interested in behavioral and social science, biomedical research, and healthcare careers. Students are linked via email to e-mentors who provide them with relevant information, guidance and support. Any time, not just summer. Web
NIH (National Institutes of Health), National Library of Medicine Summer Project Internship/Research
Greater DC Metro Area Free Summer 2010 opportunity to work closely with the NLM Conservation Librarian, Head of Web Programs and others to launch an instructional, multi-media website focused on the recovery of historic collections affected by a water emergency. Please see file for more specifics.
NIST (National Institute of Standards & Technology) STEP (Summer Temporary Employment Program) Paid Job
MD Out of DC Metro Area Salary must sign in online to see what possible jobs are. Work during vacation breaks, "may also work during the year" Web
Noblis Noblis Summer Internship Program Internship/Research Graduate Greater DC Metro Area Stipend Noblis is a nonprofit science and technology organization that helps clients solve complex systems, process and infrastructure problems. Internships intended for college-age. Web
North Carolina School for the Arts Summer Session 2010 Camp Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $2,220 - $3,649 Rolling Two to five week programs; dates vary. High school and college credit available. Audition or audition video required for dance and music. $60 nonrefundable application fee. Web
North Carolina State University College of Engineering Summer Programs for High School Students Camp Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $600 - 4/6/10 4/17/2009 Workshops in various specialties of engineering, aerospace, robotics, civil engineering, computer science, etc. Can apply online. Sessions vary. Web
Northern Colorado, University of Frontiers of Science Institute Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $3000 4/16/2010 Science courses and scientific research projects. Web
Northwestern University Center for Talent Development - Gifted Learning Links Academic Courses Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost varies 5/17/2010 Program offers honors and AP courses for academically talented students. Students may earn high school credit for courses successfully completed. Residential or commuter opportunities available. Also offers summer leadership opportunities at varying dates for a fee. Web
Northwestern University College Preparation Program Academic Courses Rising 10th & Up Other U.S. States Cost 4/9/2010 Session dates vary by course. Various college prep courses in Physics, Psychology, Chemistry, Shakespeare, Classics, and Foreign languages. B Average. 3, 4, 6, 8 week courses. Web
Northwestern University National High School Institute Camp Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost Application deadlines vary by program. . Fees and session dates vary by program. Web
Norwich University Engineering Summer Academy Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $750 5/1/2010 Introduces students to the three engineering majors offered classes and laboratory exercises. Admission is competitive. Scholorships for full time study at Norwich University awarded to select students. Web
Norwich University Future Leader Camp Camp Rising 10th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $1,625 Rolling 6/1/2010 Tuition includes dorm, meals, uniforms and activities. Two-week summer adventure camp which builds an understanding of small group leadership techniques, leadership ethics, teamwork, problem-solving and effective communication. Web
Notre Dame, University of Introduction to Engineering Program Camp Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $1950 3/15/2010 Cost includes registration, regular field trips, incidentals, meal plans, and housing. Web
Notre Dame, University of Leadership Seminars: Global Issues; African American Scholars; Latino Commu Academic Courses Rising 12th Other U.S. States Cost 175 2/15/2010 Latino Community Leadership Seminar: "Hispanic students ...who want to challenge and develop their commitment to the Latino community." Seminar for African American Scholars: "Explore the rich historical, political and spiritual legacy of African American culture and delve into a variety of issues from Catholic Social Teaching, to the Challenges of Science; from Notre Dame in the Local Community to Notre Dame in Africa." Global Issues Seminar: "...identifies contemporary challenges to the establishment of justice and a sustainable peace in (the) world ". Web
Notre Dame, University of Summer Scholars Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $2500 3/15/2010 Life Sciences, Business, Psychology, Theology, Environment or Literature. Scholarship funds available. Registration fee $15. Deposit $250. Web
NSLI for Youth (National Security Language Initiative for Youth) NSLI for Youth Other
Outside U.S. Stipend 12/4/2009 The US Department of State, through the National Security Language Initiative for Youth, provides full scholarships for eligible high school students to learn Arabic, Chinese, Hindi, Korean, Persian, Russian, and Turkish. Unique language immersion programs abread. Most programs seem to be run by AFS (American Field Service). Web
OBAP, Organization of Black Airline Pilots ACE Academy Camp
Greater DC Metro Area Free 6/10/2010 Learn about careers in aviation and aerospace. Camp held at Northern VA Community College, Manassas, VA. $20 application fee. Web
Ohio State University Ross Mathematics Program Academic Courses Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $2500 Rolling 5/31/2010 Mathematics program. First year participants take the basic course in number theory. Web
Outward Bound USA Outward Bound Wilderness Other Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $50 - $750 Varies Outdoor nature adventure and service program. Web
Oxbridge Academic Programs Cambridge Tradition, Oxford Tradition, L' Academie De Paris, more below Academic Courses Rising 9th & Up Outside U.S. Cost $7195 Varies Also: La Academia de Espana, Cambridge Prep Experience, Oxford Prep Experience, L'Academie de France, La Escuela Preparatoria de Barcelona. Program dates vary; approx. 160 courses. Web
Oxford Royale Academy Oxford Summer Schools Academic Courses Rising 9th & Up Outside U.S. Cost varies Rolling Phone number is +44 0 845 1306021 FAX +44 0 845 280 0122. Two and four week summer sessions held at University of Oxford. Oxford Royale Academy is a British company not affiliated with University of Oxford. Web
Oxford Tutorial College Oxford Advanced Studies Program Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up Outside U.S. Cost $9000 Rolling Courses held at Brasenose College, Oxford. $900 to enroll in third subject. $250 Living expenses per week. Web
PA School for Global Entrepreneurship (PGSE) at Lehigh Univerity PA School for Global Entrepreneurship (PGSE) Camp 10th & 11th Other U.S. States Cost $2,950 2/15/2010 Includes topics of entrepreneurship, globalization, team building, project management and leadership. Limited scholarship funding available. Web
Passport in Time, USDA Forest Service Passport in Time Service Opportunity
Other U.S. States Free Varies Volunteer archaeology and historic preservation program at national forests throughout the U.S.. Work alongside professional archaeologists, historians and preservationists. You may view summaries of the current PITopportunities by state, date, summary table, or application deadline on the website. DEADLINE EXTENDED (2010) Web
Pennsylvania, University of Penn Summer High School Programs Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $9,299 - $11,298 Varies 5/15/2010 Special programs available in biomedical research, physics and forensic science. Scholarship application deadline 3/31/10. Courses in 6 week program offer college credit. Must be a rising Junior or Senior. 4-week program also takes rising Sophomores, and courses are non-credit. Apllication requires Standardized test scores: SAT, ACT, or PSAT scores. Web
Pennsylvania, University of Summer Academy in Applied Science & Technology Academic Courses Rising 10th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $5,900 3/25/2010 Financial aid available. Intensive three-week college-level coursework and hands-on experience in Biotechnology, Computer Graphics, Computer Science, Nanotechnology, or Robotics Web
Pennsylvania, Wharton School, University of Leadership in the Business World Academic Courses Rising 12th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $5500 3/1/2010 Summer institute for a select group of talented rising high school seniors who want to learn about all aspects of the business education and the business world. (Copy of official test score reports encouraged as part of application.) Web
Pennsylvania, Wharton School, University of Management & Technology, The Jerome Fisher Program in Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $5,400 3/15/2010 For students who seek to learn about the integration of technological concepts and management principles. College credit earned. Develop a "go to market" plan for a high technology product idea and present the concept to a group of potential customers and distributors at a new product fair.
Visit relevant business enterprises.
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Phillips Academy - Andover Phillips Academy Summer Session Academic Courses Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost Rolling Some courses filled by March 30. See catalog for course offerings. Financial aid available but deadline for aid is March 1, 2010. Web
Phillips Exeter Academy Summer School at Exeter Academy Other Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $6795 Non-credit summer school enrichment program. Various interests. Also has summer abroad programs. Financial aid deadline 3/1/10. Web
Pratt Institute Summer Pre-College Program Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $2620 4/1/2010 Scholarships available (must apply by March 15). An intensive immersion experience in art , design or architecture.Classes in Manhattan, Brooklyn and Utica. Additional fees such as housing, meal plans, health ins., & travel may apply. 4 college credits possible. Web
Presidential Classroom for Young Americans Presidential Classroom for Young Americans Other Rising 10th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Cost $1525 - $1675 Leadership and Academic Program. Sponsored by the Alexandria Rotary Club--Some scholarships available. No programs in 2010. Web
PriceWaterhouseCoopers/Bryant University Leadership Institute Other
Other U.S. States Free Rolling 4/9/2010 Gain important insights into accounting, leadership and how to apply for college. Minimum 3. 0 GPA and must have completed Algebra II. Housing included. Web
Princeton University Princeton University Summer Journalism Program Academic Courses Rising 12th Other U.S. States Free 2/5/2010 Income must not exceed $45,000 to qualify. Limited to 20 students. Web
Princeton University Women in Mathematics Academic Courses Rising 12th & Up Other U.S. States Free 3/12/2010 Participants in the workshop will attend two mathematical courses and in the afternoon work in groups on an exploration topic related to a course of their choice. Every participant will receive full support for travel and accommodation, to any reasonable extent. In case of conflict with high school exams, Princeton University will try to make arrangements to have the exam proctored at Princeton Web
Putney Student Travel Putney Student Travel Academic Courses Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost 4890 - 8490 Rolling Programs overseas in community service, language, learning and pre-college enrichment at Amherst and overseas. Cost and session dates vary. Web
QuestBridge College Prep Scholarship Program Scholarship Rising 12th & Up Other U.S. States Free 3/29/2010 Ten full scholarships (including full cost of travel, tuition, room and board) to various college summer programs will be awarded to high school juniors with strong academic records and annual houosehold income of less than $60,000. Web
Radford University Summer Bridge Program Camp Rising 10th & Up VA Out of Metro Area Cost $400 5/13/2010 Cost covers room, board, tuition. No scholarships available toTJ students. Limited spots available for non-scholarship students. Web
Raffles Institution (Junior College) International Science Camp Camp
Outside U.S. Cost 5/15/2010 One week science camp in Singapore. Free accommodate but must pay for own travel. Web
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Preface Program Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Free 3/19/2010 Includes transportation, accomodation, meals. Two week session in summer. Web
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Summer@Rensselaer Academic Courses Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost varies Rolling Some programs offer college credit. Program dates vary. Aerospace Engineering Summer Career Exploration Program. Program (full - wait list started for 1020).
* Architecture Career Discovery Program.
* Computer Game Development Academy.
* Lally School of Management & Technology - CEO Academy. NEW Business summer program!
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Research Science Institute (RSI) (sponsored by Center for Excellence) Camp Rising 12th & Up Other U.S. States Free 1/15/2010 Program held at MIT. Individual science and math research projects mentored by MIT professors. Transportation fees not included. Web
Rhodes College Summer Writing Institute Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $1500 Rolling 5/1/2010 Cost includes accommodations. Web
Rochester Institute of Technology College and Careers 2010 Seminar Other Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Cost 7/1/2010 Weekend seminars provide opportunity to explore career options through interactive academic sessions. Rising 12th graders but open to rising 11th graders as space permits.Online registration available June 2010. Fee for 2010 was $135. Web
Rochester Institute of Technology WE Lead Service Opportunity Rising 10th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Cost $175 5/30/2010 On-line course containing six modules over a 9-week period. Begins June 14, 2010. Learn about leadership and communication styles, cultural leadership, sustainability and ethics. Web
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Operation Catapult Camp Rising 12th Other U.S. States Cost $,875 Rolling Beyond stimulating your brain there are three central objectives to Operation Catapult.

1. Integrate and supplement your previous learning.
2. Explore fundamental scientific and engineering principles and systems.
3. Provide an opportunity for group living in a campus setting.
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Roxbury Latin School Advanced Biotechnology Institute Camp Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $3200 Rolling 1/15/2010 For outstanding high school science students, a 3-week summer program focused on advanced lab-based curriculum for DNA and protein science. Residential or day students. Web
Running Start Young Woman's Political Leadership Program Camp Rising 11th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Free 2/16/2010 Emphasis on public speaking and presentation, advocacy, persuasive writing, and campaigning, but girls do not need to be interested in politics to participate. Application available online Jan 1, 2010. Web
Rustic Pathways Rustic Pathways Travel Programs Other Rising 9th & Up
Cost $995 plus - up + airfare Varies Travel program to various destinations around the world, see website. Programs available in several countries from June to August. Marine Science, outdoor adventure, sports, public/volunteer service also available. Web
Rutgers State University of New Jersey Young Scholars Program in Discrete Mathematics Academic Courses Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost 3,500 cost includes tuition, materials, housing. Web
Saint Albans School of Public Service at St. Albans Academic Courses Rising 12th Greater DC Metro Area Cost $4000 - $5200 Rolling Four week program involving in-depth exploration of government, politics and public service. Financial aid is available. $25 application fee after 4/1/10. Web
Saint Andrews, Univeristy of Scottish Studies & Creative Writing Summer Programmes Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up Outside U.S. Cost 2800 pnds sterling 5/1/2010 Cost does not include airfare. Creative writing and various courses available with Scottish emphasis. Phone: +44(0)1334 462238 Fax: +44(0)1334 463330 E-mail for Creative Writing: crsp@st-andrews.ac.uk. Website for Creative Writing: www.st-andrews.ac.uk/creativewritingsummerprogramme E-mail for Scottish Studies: sssp@st-andrews.ac.uk Website for Scottish Studies: www.st-andrews.ac.uk/scottishstudiessummerprogramme Web
Santa Clara University Summer Engineering Seminar Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Free 3/12/2010 Free Summer Engineering Program for rising 11&12th graders. Live in dorm, attend engineering classes.Tuition, Room/Board all paid by grants. Student to provide own transportation to program. Web
Sarah Lawrence College Residential Programs for High School Students Academic Courses Rising 10th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $3850 - $6700 Rolling Three and five week residential programs. Costs and dates vary. Web
Savannah College of Art & Design Rising Star Academic Courses Rising 12th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $7857 4/1/2010 Portfolio of 10-20 pieces, transcript, SAT/ACT scores, essay, 3 recommendations and unterview (by phone ok) required. Apply online: www.scad.edu/risingstar. Scholarships available. Web
Savannah College of Art & Design SCAD Summer Seminars Camp Rising 10th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $900 - $1100 4/1/2010 Four six-day sessions starting 6/20/10 offered in Savannah; sessions 3 and 4 also available in Atlanta - see website for contact information for Atlanta. Full scholarships available. Must be "nominated" by (art) teacher or counselor. Essay and transcript. Full scholarships available (due Apr 1, 2010). Web
School for Field Studies Summer Environmental Studies Abroad Academic Courses Rising 12th & Up Outside U.S. Cost $2710 - $4990 Rolling Earn 4 college credits from Boston University. Locations: Kenya. Mexico, Costa Rica, Turks and Caicos Islands, Australia, New Zealand. Two session dates of 30 days each. See website for details. Web
Sci/Art Summer Institute Sci / Art NanoLab Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $3200 4/15/2010 Programs in polarized perspectives of the arts and sciences. It includes Lab visits, workshops and meeting with renowned scientists and famous contemporary artists. Web
Science Service Organization Directory of Science Training Programs Internship/Research Rising 9th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Comprehensive database search engine of science, math, and engineering programs throughout the U.S. fot students and teachers. Web
Sea Education Association - Woods Hole Sea Education Association - Woods Hole Academic Courses Rising 10th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $3850 - $4150 Rolling Apply online. Financial Aid available. Three ~3 week programs offered in 2010. Science at Sea, based in the Cape Cod area, and Oceanography of the Southern California Bight, based in San Francisco/Catalina Island area. Time split between onshore study and onboard ship. Web
Sea Semester Science at Sea Academic Courses Rising 10th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $3850 Rolling Twenty days, ten days ashore, ten days sailing. Apply online. No credit. Web
SEAP-ARMY/AEOP/GWU SEAP Internship/Research Rising 10th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Stipend $2000 2/26/2010 Apprenticeships in science and engineering at Army Research faciliites, various locations. App consists of on-line application, teacher recommendation and transcript. Include standardized test scores when possible. Web
SEAP-NAVY/ASEE SEAP Internship/Research Rising 9th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Stipend $3000 - $3550 1/8/2010 8 week summer research opportunites at participating DOD labs, various locations. Dates vary. Apply online. May consider 15 year old students. Must be US citizen. Housing not provided. Web
Sewanee Environmental Institute Pre-College Field Studies Experience Internship/Research Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $1750 4/1/2010 Field studies program exploring ecosystems of Cumberland Plateau in Tenessee. Web
Shenandoah University, Harry F. Byrd School of Business Young Entrepreneurs Boot Camp Camp Rising 11th & Up VA Out of Metro Area Free Limited to 10 participants. Compete for $300 cash prize for business plan. No program being held in 2010. Web
Sidwell Friends School Sidwell Summer Programs Camp/Academic Courses Rising 9th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Cost Rolling See "Summer Studies, Credit and Enrichment Courses" (US History, various math and science. Runs 6/22/10 to 7/31/10) and "Overnight Programs" (Note: Only one international program ran in 2010, runs 6/13/10-7/22/10) Cost varies. Web
Sierra Club The Best Internship on Earth Internship/Research
Other U.S. States Stipend $2,500 3/31/2010 Dates flexible, for 8-week internship. Spend the summer video-blogging "...all of the different ways the Sierra Club is helping young people experience the outdoors. The intern then gets to film and host a regular video blog about youth in the outdoors." Must provide own transportation to and from San Francisco, as well as summer housing there. Web
Smith College Summer Science and Engineering Program Academic Courses Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $4500 5/1/2010 For exceptional young women with strong interests in science, engineering and medicine. Research findings presented after 2 weeks. Financial Aid is available. $50 application fee. Early application deadline 3/1/10 Web
Smithsonian Institution - National Museum of Natural History Student Temporary Employment Program - Department of Invertebrate Zoology Paid Job
Greater DC Metro Area Salary $10.60/hr 4/12/2010 Appointments are part-time for 6 weeks. High school students work 20 hr/wk Monday-Thursday . Application, transcript and enrollment documentation must be to Cheryl Bright at brightc@si.edu. "STEP Application Cover Page" required (see www.invertebrates.si.edu) with application materials. Web
Smithsonian Institution - The National Academies National Science Resources Center Internship/Research
Greater DC Metro Area 3/15/2010 For students interested in improving K-12 science education in the US and around the world. 10 wk unpaid summer internship. Web
Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History Youth Engagement through Science (YES!) Internship/Research Rising 10th & 11th Greater DC Metro Area Stipend 5/9/2010 Must participate in both summer and fall sessions. Summer session: June 28 - Aug 6, 4-5 days/wk Fall Session: Saturdays Sept 25 - Dec11 Web
Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) Engineering and Construction Camps Camp Rising 10th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $275 Varies 3/6/2010 Must be US citizen with minimum 3.0 GPA. Students must be sponsored by local SAME Post which will work with student on transportation costs. Camp attendees req'd to present their experience at Northern VA Post luncheon at Ft. Belvoir Officers' Club at a date in Aug/Sept 2010. Web
Southern California, University of USC Summer Programs Academic Courses
Other U.S. States Cost varies Varies Three different USC summer programs: Women's Science Camp, USC Summer Certificates and USC Summer Seminars Web
Spelman College Howard Hughes Biomedical Summer Science Program Academic Courses Rising 12th & Up Other U.S. States Free 3/12/2010 Non-residential program. Responsible for finding own housing. Web
St. Georges University Med/Vet Summer Academy Camp Rising 9th & Up Outside U.S. Cost $1800 Varies Premedical and Pre-Veterinary program. Located in Grenada, West Indies. Application will be on first come, first serve basis. Web
St. Hughs College St. Hughs College Summer School Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up Outside U.S. Cost $4995 Rolling
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St. Olaf College Engineering and Physics Camp for Girls Camp Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $545 Rolling Engineering and Physics Camp for girls. Program: Building A Rube Goldberg machine. Web
St. Thomas, University of GEMS - Girls Experiencing Mathematics Camp
Other U.S. States Cost $330 16 girls accepted. Program not held in 2010, possibly held in 2011. Web
Stanford University Education Program for Gifted Youth (EPGY) Summer Institutes Academic Courses Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $4200 - $5400 Rolling Financial aid available. 3-week programs emphasize math, comp sci., physics and bioscience. Costs include housing, a 3-meal-a-day dining plan, and all necessary materials. $40 application fee. Web
Stanford University High School Summer College Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States $6951 - $10,099 5/2/2010 Eight week academic program. Additional costs include housing, board, health fee, registration, insurance, supplies. Web
Stanford University Stanford University Mathematics Camp Camp Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $5250 3/16/2010 Residential program for mathematically talented students with intensive course in higher math, guided research project, guest lecturers. Highly competitive. Application includes admission exam. Web
Stevens Institute of Technology Engineering and Science Exploration (ECOES) Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $1500 6/14/2010 Program involves an engineering design project and work in labs. Organized site visits to Fortune 500 companies to meet with engineers and scientists. Web
Stony Brook University Biotechnology Summer Camp Camp
Other U.S. States Cost $2200 4/1/2010 The program introduces motivated high school students to the techniques used in modern biotechnology research. 2 letters of recommendation, essays, and grades are required for application. Web
Stony Brook University Engineering Summer Camp Camp Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $1300 4/1/2010
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Stony Brook University Simons Summer Research Fellowship Internship/Research Rising 12th & Up Other U.S. States Stipend $1000 1/15/2010 Hands-on research in math, science or engineering. Work with faculty mentors, learn lab techniques and tools, become part of active research teams. Fee for housing, meals separate. Web
Student Conservation Association High School Conservation Crews Internship/Research Rising 10th & Up Other U.S. States Cost Rolling 3/1/2010 Work with natural, cultural resource management agencies e.g. National Park Service, US Forest Service. Teams of 6 to 8 students work together on conservation assignment. Students responsible for airfare and personal equipment. $25 nonrefundable application fee. Web
Study Programs International Study Abroad Academic Courses Rising 10th & Up Outside U.S. Cost Varies Varies 2/1/2009 Early App deadline 12/01/08. Regular deadline 02/01/09. Various sesion dates. Sites in France, Costa Rica, China, Italy, Mexico and Spain. Web
Summer Discovery Summer Discovery Academic Courses Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost varies Varies Multiple 2 to 6 week programs offered in summer discovery, college discovery and discovery works. Programs available at 11 campuses and in 5 countries, ranging from college credits, internships, SAT prep and college essay writing, community service, language learning and cultural immersion.. Web
Summer Institute for the Gifted Academic Summer Camp Program Academic Courses Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $4225 - $4995 Rolling 3 to 6 week residential programs at Amherst College, Bryn Mawr College, Emory University, U.C. Berkeley College, UCLA, Univ. of Texas, Vassar College and Princeton University. Web
Summer Science Program The Summer Science Program Internship/Research Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $3750 3/15/2010 Residential program involving research project in celestial mechanics. Programs at New Mexcio Tech 7/20-31/10 and Westmont (CA) 6/27-8/7/10. Web
Summer Study Programs Summer Study in Paris at Sorbonne, Penn State & U of Colorado at Boulder Other Rising 10th & Up Outside U.S. Cost Varies Rolling 2-6 week sessions: 6.5 week college credit programs, 3.5 week enrichment experience and 2 week workshops Web
Susquehanna University Leadership Institute for Entrepreneurship Other Rising 10th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $995 6/13/2010 Students particiipate in a one-week simulated entrepreneurial experience in finance, banking, stock and bond markets, sales, advertising, and global trade concepts. Web
Susquehanna University Writers Workshop Camp Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $660 5/1/2010 One week of creative writing workshops. Consideration based on writing portfolio. Web
Sweet Briar College Summer Engineering Course Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up VA Out of Metro Area Cost $450 Rolling 6/25/2010 Explore the engineering design process for one college credit hour. Registration fee of $100 is required. Registration received by May 15 receives highest priority. Web
Syracuse University Summer College For High School Students Academic Courses Rising 10th & Up Other U.S. States Cost varies 5/15/2010 Residential or commuter programs. 6 wk college credit program or 2 wk noncredit studio art prgram to hone skills and build art portfolio. Financial aid deadline is 4/15/10. Cost varies. Web
TASIS Schools TASIS Summer Programs in Europe Academic Courses Rising 9th & Up Outside U.S. Cost Rolling Rolling admissions, but applying early is recommended. Ages vary by program. Programs in Switzerland, England, Italy, South of France and Spain. Dates vary. Cost varies: $3200 to $6850. Web
Technion - Israel Institute of Technology SciTech 2010 Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up Outside U.S. Cost $4600 4/30/2010 International science and technology camp in Israel. Activities conducted in English. Financial aid available on a limited basis. Web
Telluride Association Telluride Association Seminars Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Free 1/8/2010 Application materials available in late November. Separate programs for rising juniors (TASS) by and rising seniors (TASP) TASS covers African American issues. TASP covers humanities/social science issues. All costs except transportation covered. Stipend also available. Web
Temple University - College of Engineering Women's Engineering Exploration (WE2) Academic Courses Rising 10th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $500 4/30/2009 One-week residential summer program in engineering for rising female sophomores, juniors or seniors. Web
Texas State University Honors Summer Math Camp Academic Courses Rising 10th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $2700 Rolling 4/30/2010 Math camp with courses on various topics. Grade eligibility can be waived based on math background and experience. Financial aid is available Web
Texas Tech University Clark Scholars Program Internship/Research Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Stipend $750 3/5/2010 Seven week summer research progrsam. Room and board is provided at no cost. Web
Texas, University of AwesomeMath Summer Program Camp Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $3295 - 3695 Varies This 3-week program is designed to hone students' mathematical problem-solving skills up to the Olympiad level. Program 7/6/10-7/27/10 at U of Texas at Dallas and 7/30/10-8/20/10 at U of California at Santa Cruz. Web
TIC Summer Camp TIC Summer Camp Paid Job Rising 11th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Salary $2200 - $3600 Rolling 5/1/2010 Paid counselor job for rising 11th grade and up. Programming, robotics, video animation, web design, digital art, desktop publishing. Also, athletics counselor jobs. Must be available for the whole summer. Web
TJHSST TJ Summer Research Institute Internship/Research Rising 11th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Cost 5/1/2010 Summer research institute in biotechnology and analytical chemistry. Cost is $950 for chemistry, $1100 for biotechnology. See website for dates. Web
Toronto, University of DEEP Summer Academy Academic Courses Rising 9th & Up Outside U.S. Cost One week courses in engineering, applied science and business. Cost: $295 tuition and $750 residence fee per week. Session 4, Design Week, runs from 07/26/10 to 7/30/10. Web
Traveling Players Ensemble Traveling Players Ensemble Camp Rising 9th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Cost $1900 - $4250 Varies Programs, sessions vary. Auditions required in Jan and Feb for two programs. Scholarships available; needs-based application required. Web
Tufts University Adventures in Veterinary Medicine Other varies by session Other U.S. States Cost $1855 - $2735 2-week program in veterinary mediciiner. Cost varies. Limited financial aid available. Web
Tufts University Tufts Summit Program/European Center Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up Outside U.S. Cost $5140 3/12/2010 College-level course on international relations in Tallories, France. Two recommendations and an essay to apply. Scholarships available ($500-$2,000) Web
U.S. Air Force Academy Summer Seminar Academic Courses Rising 12th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $350 2/28/2010 30 programs. Fee includes uniforms, room and board, meals and supplies. Student provides their own transportation. Web
U.S. Coast Guard Academy AIM Program Other Rising 12th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $350 4/1/2010 Week-long introduction to the Coast Guard Academy. Sailing, military training, engineering, design competition. Scholarships available. Web
U.S. Department of Agriculture Research Apprenticeship Program Internship/Research
Greater DC Metro Area Salary GS-1 2/2/2010 Research lab in Beltsville, MD. Applicant needs recommendation of science teacher or counselor and must complete RAP application, declaration for federal employment. 8-week program. Web
U.S. Department of Agriculture-Forest Service Youth Conservation Corps Paid Job
D.C. Salary min wage ($8.25) 4/30/2010 Young men and women age 15 to 18, who are permanent residents of the U.S. Enrollees will be paid the D.C. minimum wage for 40 hrs work week for 8 weeks. Selection will be random. Projects include building trails, fences, cleaning up campgrounds, etc. See Laurie Kobick for application form.
U.S. Government U.S. Government Student Jobs Paid Job
Greater DC Metro Area Salary A portal for a range of employment opportunities within the Federal Government for students in high school and beyond. You can search for jobs, create your resume, find government agency info, and link to Federal Government websites. Web
U.S. House of Representatives Congressional Page Internship/Research Rising 11th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Serve as a Congressional Page in the US House of Representaives. Two three week summer sessions, one in June and one in July. Must be sponsored by a Member of Congress.. See website for additonal information. Web
U.S. Military Academy Summer Leaders Seminar Academic Courses Rising 12th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $350 4/1/2010 The program is primarily for those considering West Point as a college option; by applying to the seminar, students open an admission file at the Academy. Admission offered on rolling basis, Web
U.S. Naval Academy Naval Academy Summer Seminar (NASS) Academic Courses Rising 12th Greater DC Metro Area Cost $350 4/1/2010 Acvademic programs for students seeking to experience Naval Academy life. Web
U.S. Performing Arts Camps US Performing Arts Camps Camp Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost Rolling Camps held at various locations: UCLA, Kennedy Center (DC), Stanford, Pepperdine, Univ of New Mexico, Illinois, Florida, Oberlin College, New York, etc. Session dates and costs vary by location. Web
U.S. Space & Rocket Center Advanced Space Academy, Mach III Camp Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $999 Rolling Week-long programs run each week in summer. Advanced Space Academy is college-accredited course. Session dates vary. $50 application fee. Web
Union College EDGE Program Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $1000 Rolling Two week residential engineering workshop in which female participants apply engineering principles to adapt toys and tools for use by children with brain injuries. Recommended application deadline of May 7, 2010. Financial aid available. Web
Vanderbilt University Med School 101and Law School 101 Academic Courses Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $2950 3/13/2009 Must have completed a biology and chemistry course for Med 101. $35 application fee. Limited financial aid available. Web
Vanderbilt University Vanderbilt PAVE Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $4800 - 10,500 Rolling 4/20/2010 Six week pre-college program for students planning careers in engineering, science, mediciine or techonology. Web
Vanderbilt University Vanderbilt Summer Academy for Talented Youth Academic Courses Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost 2100 - $2950 3/15/2010 Summer academic courses. Check website for qualifying scores. Web
Vermont, University of UVM/GIV Engineering Summer Inst. Camp 9th-11th Other U.S. States Cost $1200 5/30/2010 Week-long program involving hands-on engineering projects. Web
Virginia Aerospace Science and Technology Scholars Virginia Aerospace Science/Technology Scholars Academic Courses 11th VA Out of Metro Area Free 11/13/2009 Aerospace-themed online coursework December through May, and, if selected, 1 week residential summer academy at NASA Langley Research Center in Hampton, VA. Lodging, meals and transportation costs covered for summer academy. Web
Virginia Association of Soil and Water Conservation Youth Conservation Camp Camp Rising 9th & Up VA Out of Metro Area Must submit application to local Soil & Water Conservation District (determined by county of residence) which then forwards application to statewide office. Each local office may have different application deadlines. Applications due in state on 5/6/10. Camp is located at Virginia Tech. Web
Virginia National Guard Youth Program Teen Wilderness Adventure Camp

VA Out of Metro Area Cost $50 5/28/2010 Please look to website for information in early 2011. (At time of this entry, the deadline has passed and all info has been removed from web.) Web
Virginia State Parks Youth Corps Youth Conservation Corps Paid Job Rising 9th & Up VA Out of Metro Area Stipend $500 4/12/2010 Three week residential program working on park conservation and development projects at various parks. Students can choose session but not park. Web
Virginia Tech C-Tech2 (Computers and Technology at Virginia Tech) Camp Rising 11th & Up VA Out of Metro Area Cost $800 3/26/2010 2 week residential program for women interested in engineering and sciences. Essay required. Full and partial need-based scholarships available. Web
Virginia, University of Four Star Camps Camp Rising 9th & Up VA Out of Metro Area Cost $995 - $3495 Rolling Camp owned and operated by Calmar Group, Inc. not UVA. Liberal Arts, SAT prep. 1, 2 & 4 week sessions. UVA also offers 4Star Tennis and Golf Camp. Session dates vary. Web
Virginia, University of Introduction to Engineering Program Academic Courses Rising 12th & Up Out of Metro Area Cost $400 4/9/2010 Introduction to the theory and practice of engineering. University provides room and board, entrance fee required upon acceptance. Qualified rising juniors considered if space permits. Web
Virginia, University of Sorensen Institute for Political Leadership- High School Leaders Program Other Rising 11th & Up VA Out of Metro Area Cost $1625 3/5/2010 Program pertaining to VA government, political and public policy challenges. Scholarship and financial aid available. Earn 3 UVA credits. Web
Virginia, University of Summer Enrichment Program Academic Courses Rising 9th & Up VA Out of Metro Area Cost $1100 2/15/2010 Summer Enrichment for gifted and high ability students. Need based scholarships available. Web
VISIONS Service Adventures Cross Cultural Programs of Service and Adventure Service Opportunity Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $3,550 - $5,600 Rolling Cross cultural service programs in U.S., Caribbean, Central America, South America and Vietnam. Three, four, or five week programs with start dates June through August. Cost excludes travel expenses. Web
Visual Arts, School of Pre-College Program for High School Students Academic Courses Rising 10th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $1900 - $3550 Rolling 5/3/2010 Summer program in art and filmmaking. Additional fees may apply. College credit Web
Volunteers for Peace International Volunteer Service Opportunity Rising 9th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Cost Varies Rolling 2-3 week work camps in many different countries. Work includes housing, farming, and archeology service projects. Housing with local families. Volunteers live in group accommodations. Web
Walnut Hill Summer Programs in the Arts Academic Courses Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $1400 - $5375 6/1/2010 Summer programs in dance, theater, music and writing. Session dates vary. Web
Washington University in St. Louis Architecture Discovery Program Academic Courses Rising 12th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $2130 3/1/2010 Introduction to archtecture and design program. $225 estimated cost for books and materials. $30 nonrefundable application fee. Web
Washington University in St. Louis High School Summer Scholars Program Academic Courses Rising 10th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $5935 Varies 5/17/2010 Scholarships available to strong students with financial need. Residential program, awarding up to 7 units of Washington University College credit. Tuition includes housing, meals and most social activities. Application deadlines Session 1 5/17/10, Sesion 2 6/11/10 Web
Washington Workshops Foundation The Congressional Seminar Internship/Research
Greater DC Metro Area Cost $1295 5/21/2010 Six day program on government and politics. Also Washington Internship Experience, three to six week programs, 6/13/10-7/24/10, cost $3950-$7650. Web
Weizmann Institute of Science in Israel Bessie F. Lawrence International Summer Science Institute Internship/Research Graduate Outside U.S. Free 3/1/2010 Participate in ongoing science research projects at the Weizmann Institute in Rehoboth, Israel. All U.S students attending receive a full $6000 scholarship covering air fare and all costs at the Institute. Web
Western Kentucky University VAMPY Camp Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $2100 Rolling VAMPY (Summer Program for Verbally and Mathematically Precocious Youth). Gifted and talented students (as identified by talent searches) spend three weeks studying one topic of their choosing in depth. Web
Whale Camp, Inc Whale Camp Academic Courses Rising 9th & Up Outside U.S. Cost $1395 - $4385 5/1/2010 Session dates vary. Cost varies with length of camp from $1395 for 1 wk to $4185 for 3 wks. Camp located on Canada's Grand Manan Island. e. Web
Where There be Dragons Learning Adventures Abroad Other Rising 9th & Up Outside U.S. Cost $3850 - $7400 Rolling Summer abroad. Check website for program locations around the world. Web
William and Mary, College of Pre-Collegiate Summer Program in Early Amer. History. Academic Courses Rising 11th & Up VA Out of Metro Area Cost $3490 - $3990 Rolling 4/22/2010 4 hours of academic credit. "On-site" at historic locations, museums, archeology sites. 2 courses - from Jamestown through Amer Rev, from Amer Rev through Civil War. Web
William and Mary, College of Science Training and Research Program (STAR) Other Rising 11th VA Out of Metro Area Free 5/7/2010 Four non-credit courses. Introduces students to possible careers in science, research and technology. Assigns each student a faculty mentor according to the student's individual interests Web
Williwaw Adventures Teen Summer Adventure Camps Camp Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost Rolling Camps in New England, Pacific Northwest and South America. Session dates and costs vary. Web
Windsor Mountain International Student Travel Around the World Other Rising 9th & Up Other U.S. States Cost Rolling International travel and New England Adventure. Session dates and costs vary. Web
Wolf Trap National Park for the Performing Arts Wolf Trap National Park Paid Job
Greater DC Metro Area Salary Varies Positions : Laborer, visitor use guide, usher, theater technician, stage door aide, Web
Worcester Polytechnic Institute Emerging Filmmakers Other Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $795 5/30/2010 One week film-making program.. Web
Worcester Polytechnic Institute Frontiers Other Rising 11th & Up Other U.S. States Cost $1525 - $3350 5/15/2010 Programs in science, mathematics, and engineering, focusing on current laboratory techniques and unsolved problems. Physics (Session I); and robotics (Session II) also offered. Web
Worcester Polytechnic Institute Horizon Other 9th & 10th Other U.S. States Cost $795 5/30/2010 9th & 10th grade girls spend 1 week in biology lab to isolate DNA, detect genes, genetically engineer bacteria, partcipate in hands-on activities. Web
World Learning Experiment in International Living Other Rising 10th & Up Outside U.S. Cost $4300 - $7000 5/1/2010 Three to five week summer abroad programs based in different countries. See website for locations, program dates and costs Web
Xavier University JumpStart, college experience for H.S. sophomores & juniors Academic Courses
Other U.S. States Cost $2,350 3/1/2010 Programs: Pre-Medicine and Criminal Justice/Forensic Science. Scholarships available. Apply online. Web
Yachad Inc Ramp It Up Camp Rising 10th & Up Greater DC Metro Area Cost $350 - $400 Varies Students spend a week building an accessibility ramp for a lower-income homeowner with disabilities. Web
YCC (Youth Conservation Corp of National Park Service) George Washington Memorial Parkway Internship/Research
Greater DC Metro Area Salary $7.25/hr. 5/1/2010 Work and environmental projects in National Parks. 40 hour work week Web
Youth for Understanding USA Youth for Understanding USA Other Rising 10th & Up Outside U.S. Cost varies 4/1/2010 Homestay experience. Over 300 scholarships merit based, minority and lower income receive special consideration. First round of scholarship deadlines is January 5, 2010. Summer sessions start mid-June, 3-8 wks. $75 registration fee. $500 deposit is required. Sessions, cost varies. Web

 

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