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Stanford Pre-Collegiate Summer Institutes is an online summer program where participants engage in single-subject intensive study and benefit from small class sizes and academically motivated peers.
Non-credit
Online, live
Accepts International Students
Financial Aid
Courses are offered in a range of subject areas, including Business, Bioscience, Computer Science, Creative Writing, Engineering, Math, Philosophy, Physics, and more. Each course is customized by its instructors to give students deep exposure and hands-on experience. Academics and social activities are integrated into every aspect of our program.
Online, live
Discover. Explore. Grow.
Stanford Pre-Collegiate Summer Institutes provides a taste of the Stanford classroom experience, and challenges students with advanced content not typically found in the high-school curriculum.
Single-Subject Study
Choose from over 55 online summer courses that provide in-depth and interactive exploration of academic material. Courses are ungraded and are not awarded credit.
Global Focus and Real Connections
Bright peers from around the world create a truly special and unforgettable experience. Study and discuss academic topics alongside peers who share the same talents, interests, and curiosity.
Live Online Classes
With small class sizes, our live online class meetings allow students to engage in every aspect of a course through real-time discussions in which instructors and students see, hear, and interact with one another.
Learn from Scholarly Instructors
Attend courses designed, created, and taught by instructors who are knowledgeable in their fields and passionate about teaching.
Courses will be offered in two sessions this summer. Each session runs for two weeks, with courses meeting Monday–Friday. Please note that students may only attend one course per summer.
The program offered a wide range of courses across different fields of study, and I was impressed by the depth and breadth of the curriculum. The course I took, in particular, was in biomedical sciences, and it was rigorous and challenging. The instructors were experts in their field and they were very supportive and available for questions and feedback. The course material was thought-provoking, and the assignments and projects were engaging and encouraged critical thinking.
The program provided a vibrant and diverse social experience. I met students from different parts of the world who were passionate about their interests and were eager to learn. The program offered various extracurricular activities that allowed us to connect with each other, such as game nights, talent shows, and movie nights. I particularly enjoyed hiking and exploring the beautiful Stanford campus.
The program offered workshops and seminars on topics such as college applications, career planning, and leadership skills. These sessions were very helpful and provided me with valuable insights and advice that will be useful in the future. The facilities and resources provided by the program were top-notch. The housing was comfortable and well-maintained, and the dining hall provided delicious and nutritious meals. The campus resources, such as libraries and computer labs, were also available for our use.
The program was an amazing experience that pushed me out of my comfort zone and helped me grow as a student and as a person. I would highly recommend this program to any high school student who is looking for an intellectually stimulating and socially engaging summer experience.
Age:
Students in grades 8-11 at the time of application submission are eligible.
Unofficial Transcript
Recent Grades Report
Work Sample
Video Assignment
Online Application From
Application Fee
In addition to the online application form, a complete application includes:
Academic Records
We require unofficial transcripts for each school or academic program from which you earned grades (such as letter or numerical grades) from Fall 2020 through Fall 2022. If you have multiple grade reports from one school, rather than one transcript from that school, please combine that into a single file for upload. Homeschooled applicants should submit a document similar to a transcript with their coursework from the years listed above. Homeschooled students should also submit transcripts from any graded courses they took with a school or program during this period.
Work Sample(s)
At least one sample of student work will be required. Two may be required based on the courses the applicant indicates interest in. Work samples must have been completed as a school assignment within the past year and must demonstrate a student’s best effort. If possible, your sample should show graded work and the prompt or directions, but graded work is not required. No work sample older than two years will be accepted. Please see the Online Application for more detail about the subject your work sample should be from.
Video Essay (Optional)
This video essay is an opportunity to share more about your interest in our program. You can consider it a conversation between you and our Admissions Committee. If you attend a school in which the primary language of instruction is a language other than English, we strongly encourage you to complete the video essay.
$65 Application Fee
You may submit the $65 application fee online using a credit card. Please see instructions for payment at the end of the Online Application. Fee waivers can be provided if qualifications are met.
Deadline
Our application for the 2023 Stanford Pre-Collegiate Summer Institutes is now closed. To learn about future opportunities, please join our mailing list.
Jun 19 - Jun 30
2 weeks
Online
Jul 10 - Jul 21
2 weeks
Online
Course-Specific Costs:
Please note that some courses may require the purchase of additional materials such as course readers or textbooks. These materials are not included in the program tuition and will not exceed $100.
Financial Aid
Financial aid is granted based upon demonstrated financial need. Aid is open to all applicants and applying for financial aid does not have an effect on your admissions decision.
Who Should Apply:
If the tuition cost is a barrier, we encourage you to apply for financial aid. Please be sure to include any relevant clarifications of your family's circumstances in your Parents’ Financial Statement. Aid can be awarded to both domestic and international participants.
When to Apply:
We ask that applicants submit their financial aid application at the time of submitting their application for admission. Please reference the application deadline on the Admissions page on our website.
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