Students seeking a diverse education in a field that connects with nearly every other professional discipline can enroll in a Communications Summer Program. These programs are often hosted by colleges and are aimed at teaching students about various communications functions in a classroom setting and through on-the-ground experiences with media, public relations, video production and web design organizations. Offered as day and residential options, the programs are generally coed and feature expert faculty and professional instructors. Students are introduced to subject areas such as audio engineering, digital photography, journalism, marketing, digital advertising, radio broadcasting, video production and web media and design. Coursework and field work can bolster students’ portfolios and prepare them for success in college and beyond.
The Summer Academy offers participants a rich experience reading and discussing original texts in lively conversations led by St. John's faculty. Through collaborative inquiry, students learn to listen actively and articulate their ideas...(more)
High School Honors provides an opportunity for academically motivated rising high school juniors and seniors to experience undergraduate life, while earning college credit...(more)
Quinnipiac’s summer programs & camps are designed to provide more than just the chance to explore your interests, but a means to expand your skills and accomplishments using project-based experiential learning. Programs operate on all 3 of our campuses, across 600 acres in Hamden and North Haven, Connecticut, as well as in the convenience of your own home through an interactive online education platform. ..(more)
Boston University presents a once-in-a-lifetime experience for high school students interested in journalism, photography or writing to expand their news reporting skills, experience college, and build their résumé: the Boston University Summer Journalism Academy...(more)
Start your SCAD journey early with a pre-college program! Explore new avenues of artistic development and spark your imagination at The University for Creative Careers. SCAD offers pre-college programs during the summer and throughout the year for high school students of all ages to pursue art and design disciplines while working alongside peers from all over the world — and offer ideal opportunities for artists at all levels to create, learn, and grow...(more)
World Scholars Academy offers elite creative writing summer courses for ages 15-18 designed and taught by world-leading professional scholars. Whether you are already set on a career as a best-selling author or simply wish to expand your literary horizons and abilities, the Creative Writing Academy will provide you with essential insights on how to excel as a written communicator...(more)
World Scholars Academy offers elite summer international relations courses for ages 15-18 designed and taught by world-leading professional scholars. Explore your future career path and accelerate your success with personalized college guidance and high-level instruction in international relations led by the world's most accomplished educators...(more)
The Donald P. Bellisario College of Communications at Penn State University offers students a fully immersive, creative experience in our state-of-the-art studios for students to bring their stories to life. Led by industry professionals and experienced Penn State faculty, these week-long camps feature hands-on experiences for students interested in Social Media & Content Creation, Broadcast Journalism, and Film Production...(more)
LaunchX is the top high school entrepreneurship summer program, equipping high school students with the skills and mindset to launch a real company. Students are trained with the skills and innovative thinking to gain real traction through an actual product offering and sales, laying the foundation for a successful business. Join a highly-curated group of promising young entrepreneurs from around the globe for an intense summer to take a startup from idea to execution and impact...(more)
The Digital Media Production Academy is an intensive residential learning experience that introduces students to the professional methods of visual storytelling techniques used in the broadcast industry. Students learn, hands-on, lead by our industry-expert faculty, in our state-of-the art production stage, sound studio, and radio station located in the Center for Communication and Creative Media, while gaining media literacy and exploring the role of broadcast media in American culture...(more)
To be a global leader requires many things: vision, compassion, ambition, determination, and grit, to start. But it also requires concrete skills to help you get from an initial idea to put your plan (or someone else’s) into action while nurturing the community around you. ..(more)
The Boston College Experience (BCE) Six-Week Honors program allows academically qualified rising high school juniors and seniors the opportunity to enroll for credit in two (2) undergraduate courses during the summer. The courses are online and will run during Boston College Summer Session's Term 2...(more)
Who better to teach effective social skills than a professional actor?! In this engaging 8 week workshop MTVs Ryan Kelley will lead teens through an unforgettable, lively workshop full of new skills and lots of laughs. The future is bright when your interactions are strong! ..(more)
For two weeks, immerse yourself in the excitement of college life and new academic challenges at Boston University through our summer program for rising high school sophomores, juniors, and seniors...(more)
Tufts Marketing Essentials for is a two-week immersive experience for high school students interested in learning marketing concepts and strategy that they can apply to their own lives and future careers. The skills of marketing touch upon several business and professional domains and can be applied across a range of contexts..(more)
Learn about Summer 2023 Pre-College opportunities at UMass Amherst. Our residential and online pre-college programs are designed to give you a preview of the UMass student experience, including college-level academics and being part of a learning community of high school students from all across the U.S. and the world. Our programs feature faculty-led courses, state-of-the-art facilities, and the #1 campus dining in the U.S., as ranked by the Princeton Review...(more)
Experience your Summer in the City at Point Park University. Summertime is the best time to be in Downtown, Pittsburgh. Our programs span a wide range of subjects and offer students a glimpse into academic college life. It’s the ideal mix of education and fun. ..(more)
Hone your literary skills through workshops with experienced local authors and poets. Generate new pieces, revise works-in-progress and critique works of others in a collaborative workshop setting. June 18-23, 2023: $1,350 includes lodging, meals, all course materials, activities, and excursions..(more)
In the American Politics Academy at Georgetown University, you’ll take an in-depth look at the three branches of government through a blend of classroom lectures and hands-on debate and simulation exercises...(more)
The College of Arts and Humanities aims to produce creative problem solvers and global visionaries prepared for a wide range of careers and ready to serve their communities and the larger society. Through Terp Young Scholars, students engage in learning about culture, writing, and advances in technology...(more)
