Emerson College, Boston - Overview

• At the current time, Summer discovery at Emerson (4-week enrichment program) is open only to U.S. citizens.  However, College Discovery and Discovery Internships are open to citizens of all countries.
• Premier Boston summer program for students in grades 9, 10, 11, and 12
• Over 30 enrichment courses including journalism, marketing, music and more!
• Expert instruction from Emerson faculty
• College visits including MIT, Harvard, Boston College and more!
• Group excursions to Fenway Park, Six Flags, Basketball Hall of Fame and more!
• Daily activities including trips to New England Aquarium, Museum of Science and more!

Special Programs:

• 4-week Enrichment Program
• 2-week Business and Marketing Institute
• 2-week College Discovery Admissions and College Prep Program
• 4-week Discovery Internships Program

Why Boston?

Boston is America’s college town. Over 300,000 students from more than 80 colleges call Boston home. One of every five people in the city is affiliated with higher education, making Boston one of the most youthful and vibrant cities in the world. It’s not only Paul Revere and Henry David Thoreau who can trace their roots to Boston, but more contemporary luminaries like Aerosmith, Melissa Etheridge, Ben Affleck, Matt Damon, Conan O’Brien, and Emerson Alumni Jay Leno and Bobbi Brown. From the Freedom Trail to Faneuil Hall, from the JFK Library and Museum to Newbury Street; Boston is the place for students to live and learn.

Emerson College

Founded in 1880 and located in the heart of Boston, Emerson College is one of “America’s Top Colleges” according to Forbes Magazine. It is one of the nation’s premiere institutions of higher education devoted to communication and the arts. The campus is home to WERS-FM, the first noncommercial broadcaster in Boston; the historic 1,200-seat Cutler Majestic Theatre; and Ploughshares, the award-winning literary journal for new writing.

Emerson College is committed to excellence in education for communication and the arts. Since its beginning in 1880, the college has been a place for those unique students for whom thought and experience overlap: thinking is linked to doing. At Emerson, students discover their perspectives and put them to use. A rich liberal arts curriculum is paired with concentrated studies in communication sciences and the arts, giving students the perfect balance of knowledge and know-how.

Home to over 4,000 students from 45 states and 40 countries, Emerson’s campus is conveniently located at the southeast end of Boston Common, the nation’s oldest park. Students use the nearby Boston Common for relaxation and recreational activities such as tennis, softball and running.  Emerson is situated within walking distance to many of Boston’s cultural treasures including the world-renowned Museum of Fine Arts, Symphony Hall, stylish Newbury Street with its trendy shops and cafes, and Boston’s landmark building, the Prudential Center. It is also close to legendary Fenway Park, home of the Boston Red Sox, the Charles River and much more.

Living and Learning Together in One Residence Hall

All Summer Discovery Emerson students live together in one residence hall—a special feature of our programs. This enables students and staff to develop the close-knit community of living under one roof. Although our students benefit from the greater college community, they have a distinct “home” on campus, which provides immeasurable social, educational and safety benefits.

The Little Building Residence Hall

Summer Discovery students live in the fully air-conditioned Little Building in double rooms off a corridor, as well as in single and double rooms within four-six person suites that share a living area and bathroom. The rooms feature study desks, internet service, wireless internet capability, and ample drawer and closet space.  In-house facilities include the dining hall, meeting rooms, and Summer Discovery offices.  

Food For Thought

Summer Discovery students eat in the Little Building Dining Hall. They receive 2 meals a day, and 1 meal on Saturday and Sunday while on campus. Little is an all-you-care-to-eat dining facility featuring a diverse menu with five full service stations including a grill, deli, home-style cooking, vegetarian and vegan options. Also available are the famous soup and salad bar,  pizza station and dessert bar. Check out Dunkin’ Donuts and Starbucks next door for snacks or a quick coffee between classes.

Health, Safety and Security

• The health, safety and security of each student is our primary concern.
• Doctor appointments are arranged with excellent private physicians in central Boston.
• For 24 hour/emergency care, students are taken to the nearby Tufts Medical Center or the Children’s Hospital of Boston.
• Summer Discovery staff make all medical appointments, transport and accompany students to medical facilities, obtain prescription medications and notify parents after medical visits.
• Summer Discovery resident counselors live in the same secure residence hall as the students. 
• For additional safety, there are daily/nightly sign-ins and room checks. 
• In keeping with a collegiate atmosphere, students are permitted to walk on campus and in our “home area” of Boston, but are required to be in small groups.

Transportation

• All buildings and facilities on the Emerson campus are within an easy walking distance of our residence hall. 
• Summer Discovery maintains passenger vans for small excursions and medical transport. For large group excursions chartered buses with professional drivers are used. In addition, Boston’s MBTA commuter line, known as the “T”, is utilized, for several off-campus activities and excursions.  
• Summer Discovery is pleased to offer assistance in facilitating transportation via car, bus, train or plane. Summer Discovery provides escorted transfers to/from Boston Logan International Airport or South Station Amtrak Train Station for $40 each way. Staff meet incoming flights in baggage claim and assist with departures. All plane arrangements are made through Musiker Travel, our own travel agency, at the lowest available fares. If you are being driven to Boston, detailed driving directions are sent approximately one month prior to the program.