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Programs at Top Universities

Discover how to unlock the power of technology with our pre-college academies and enrichment courses designed for students interested in joining the rapidly evolving tech industry. Dive into cutting-edge topics, such as programming languages, data analysis, machine learning, and cybersecurity through hands-on projects and real-world applications.

If you’re a gamer who loves to spend hours in the virtual world, try out the full-day Python Programming Academy at UT Austin. Or if you’re intrigued by how technology can be used to solve some of the world's most complex issues, try out Applied Data Science with Python at Michigan. Interested in artificial intelligence? We’ve got courses for you at UCLA or University of Michigan.

Whatever you choose, our computer science and technology courses provide a stimulating learning environment where students can explore their passion for technology, expand their coding skills, and delve into the fascinating world of data science.

Summer Discovery Offers World-Class Programs for Students

Summer Discovery High School (Grades 9-12)
Summer Discovery Middle School (Grades 6-8)
Institute for the Gifted (Grades 1-12)

Experience college life firsthand at top-tier universities!

Summer Discovery collaborates with prestigious university partners to be the leader in summer academic and experiential enrichment programming that provides students the opportunity to have hands-on learning opportunities, embark on adventures, create lifelong friendships, and build confidence and community.

Yale University
University of Michigan
UCLA
University of Cambridge
UT Austin

The Perfect Summer Program

Our students are committed to lifelong learning. From accelerated and advanced learning starting in elementary school, through pre-college summer experiences at top universities, our students are able to build their college resumes and start off on the right foot. The Summer Discovery experience helps students prepare for the future by exposing them to different academic pursuits, advanced hands-on educational experiences that immerse them in specific fields of interest, and fostering soft skills that will allow them to thrive in school, university life, and beyond.

Whether you attend a Summer Discovery Middle School, High School, or Institute for the Gifted, you're part of a family that has connected each of us over the last five decades.

"I learned and enjoyed my courses and I'm sure I'll be able to put them into practice in my future studies and college life. Without a doubt, I advise future Summer Discovery students to meet new people and enjoy every moment!"

Cristina

Summer Discovery 25 Alumni, UCLA

"Summer Discovery supported my dream of becoming a doctor. After being able to experience what studying medicine is like and learning about the different parts of the human body, diseases, or even doing lab practices in a real hospital, I know this career path is for me."

Sofia

Summer Discovery '25 Alumni. UT Austin

OUR PROGRAMS DELIVER RESULTS

Summer Discovery programs deliver tangible outcomes for every student that bolster college-ready confidence and a love of learning that inspires students ongoing academic pursuits. We are the #1 Pre-College Summer Program Recommended by High School College Counselors.

Industry Trailblazer and Leader

We have 59 years supporting students' academic growth and personal development in collaboration with premier universities across the globe. We have over 130,000 happy alumni and counting.

Dedicated Outcomes for Every Program

Each student completing a program will walk away with a portfolio-building certificate, letters of recognition for coursework completed, and a formal capstone project (based on course).

Unparalleled University Partnerships

Our decades-long relationships with the world's greatest institutions of higher learning deliver university-curated academics to our students and unmatched access to facilities on campus.

Enriching Student Experience

Our programs offer the perfect blend of academic rigor, experiential adventure and socialization, with safety as our top priority. Students leave our programs college-ready

Meet Our Alumni

The future is bright! Get to know some of our talented Summer Discovery graduates.

Endurance

UC Berkeley

Listen to our UC Berkeley student share her experience about deepening her passion and knowledge in the medical field through our Summer Discovery Emergency Medicine program.

Arhan