The world's leading summer enrichment program for middle and high school students.

Get a Head Start on College & Your Future.

For over 55 years, we have welcomed students from around the world to our exciting high school pre-college and middle school summer enrichment programs. With 300+ courses at 10+ prestigious universities and colleges in the US and UK every student can find the perfect program for them.

Explore a future career path. Experience hands-on learning with world-class instructors, industry leaders and more. Immerse yourself completely into “the college experience” alongside peers as curious as you are – all through Summer Discovery. Outside of class, picture yourself riding rollercoasters at local theme park, enjoying a bonfire on the beach, catching a professional sports game with your new friends or just hanging out on campus. It’s your summer and our highly trained staff will help you make the most of it.

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Get a Head Start on College & Your Future.

Ignite Your Passions

Imagine exploring art and architectural heritage at the University of Cambridge. Or, putting your CSI skills to the test as a crime scene photographer at Georgetown University. How about brainstorming with professional Hollywood producers, screenwriters, and fellow students at UCLA in an intensive hands-on course that will teach you structure, character development, plot, dialogue, and more.

Students can choose from courses in Business, STEM, creative writing, leadership, law, and more, taught by instructors who inspire, motivate and challenge students to unleash their potential. Programs range from 2 to 6 weeks, and no matter the length of your course, each provides a dynamic blend of interactive college-level academics and fun, immersive recreational activities.

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Anything is Possible Starting Here

At Summer Discovery, our dedicated staff provides empowering, academic, pre-college and summer enrichment experiences that:

Demonstrate how students can balance schoolwork and social life
Introduce students to highly motivated young people from across the US and over 70 countries
Build confidence and leadership skills in a safe, secure, and engaging environment
Help middle and high school students develop soft skills such as time management and teamwork
Allow young scholars to network with like-minded peers and make new friends
Improve academic performance and enhance a student’s educational portfolio
Enhance a student’s college application and resume, making them a more attractive candidate

We’re Here For You Every Step of the Way

As the leading pre-college experience provider, we value our relationship with families as we work with you to find the perfect summer. For siblings interested in attending different programs on the same campus, we can accommodate both with programs tailored to their individual needs.

INDUSTRY-LEADING EXPERIENCE

We have over 56 years of experience and over 100,000 happy alumni

SUPERIOR SAFETY STANDARDS

We've always placed student safety and security as our top priority. Our 10:1 student to staff ratio is just one of many safety practices.

PERSONALIZED SUPPORT

We're here to provide personalized support for you, from application to arrival on campus, and beyond.

GUIDED INDEPENDENCE

With the independence to try new things and meet new people, you'll build self-confidence and social skills.

From Sun Up to Sun Down

So, what’s a typical day like? Good question. Summer Discovery will give you a true sense of the college experience. Throughout your 2-6 week program, you’ll walk in the shoes of a college freshman. From moving into your residence hall to getting acquainted with new friends, discover what a fun full day could look like. But remember, every student’s schedule will look different. But that’s the beauty of college versus high school. In college, you can personalize your schedule to meet your preferences.

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