UCLA and the University of Michigan are both perfect settings for a pre-college program. Can’t choose between the two? You don’t have to. With Summer Discovery's incredible combo programs, you can spend half of your summer at sunny UCLA and the other half at spirited Michigan. Compare life on two dynamic campuses and start thinking about where you see yourself in the future

Deep Traditions and Bright Futures at U-M

Ready to explore the iconic U-M campus while taking courses at America’s “Public Ivy”?

Live on the hill in Mosher-Jordan Residence Hall and eat at the Hill Dining Center.
Explore courses in Sport Management, Careers in Medicine, Psychology, and more.
Discover the midwest this summer. From Cedar Point Amusement Park to comedy shows to Detroit Tigers games.
Tour the 'Big House' and take advantage of Michigan's Big Ten athletic facilities.

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Deep Traditions and Bright Futures at U-M

Sun, Sand, and Academics at UCLA

Just minutes from the beach in the heart of Los Angeles, this pre-college program offers high school and middle school students the chance to attend America’s top public university.

Live at our home away from home, Hedrick Summit Suites, right next to our modern dining hall.
Choose from over 40 different classes in a wide range of subjects.
Spend your summer discovering everything LA has to offer.
Experience world-class facilities like the the Wooden Center, just one of the amazing Pac-12 athletic facilities at UCLA.

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Your Michigan + UCLA Combo Options

Michigan and UCLA 6 Week Combo:
Start your summer at the University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. After 3 awesome weeks at Michigan, travel with your friends for a spectacular weekend in Chicago. Then it’s off to the west coast for 3 weeks at UCLA. You’re going to love the California lifestyle.

UCLA and Michigan 5 Week Combo:
Would you rather start your summer on the west coast? Try the reverse. Enjoy 3 amazing weeks in Los Angeles at UCLA. Next, stopover in Chicago for the weekend on the way to Michigan. Complete your summer with 2 fun-filled weeks at Michigan and learn the true meaning of GO BLUE!

Courses & Academies

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Top 10 University of Michigan & UCLA Combo Activities

Explore Chicago, the Windy City on the shores of Lake Michigan.
Cheer for the Detroit Tigers at a major league baseball game.
Tour the Big House, America’s largest college football stadium with 109,901 seats.
Experience Whirly Ball, a combination of basketball and lacrosse played from bumper cars.
Workout or play a pick-up game at the U Michigan Central Campus Recreation Building.
Soak up the sun at Santa Monica, Manhattan, or Huntington Beach.
Ride the rollercoasters at Disneyland or Six Flags Magic Mountain.
Stroll along the Hollywood Walk of Fame and see the stars.
Shop glamorous boutiques at Century City, Rodeo Drive, and The Grove.
Grab some Diddy Riese Cookies and kick back with friends.

Students participate in many but not all activities listed. All on-campus activities are subject to change based on current safety protocols.

Dates & Tuition

Jun 27 - Aug 6 $13,1996 Weeks3 weeks at Michigan and 3 weeks at UCLA
Jun 27 - Jul 30 $11,4995 Weeks3 weeks at UCLA and 2 weeks at Michigan

Testimonials

"Summer Discovery is a place where you feel at home and you meet so many people from different places all around the world. You have so much fun while learning new things in the course you take."Rama A. 2019 Alumni
"I loved the courses here at Summer Discovery. The relationships that I made were some that I would never have been able to make in my own life. I met kids from all around the world and I loved that."William K.2019 Alumni
"I have made so many amazing friends, learned so much, and have done so many great activities!"Alexa W. 2018 Alumni
"I have made the best of friends at Summer Discovery. I now have many new friends all over the country and even all over the world. I also now have some experience in the sport management world, which I want to study in college."Ava R. 2018 Alumni

Program Details

Tuition includes: Academics, housing, meals and activities as described in each campus' section, and Chicago Weekend.

Not included: Application fee, $95 student ID/technology fee, airfare from/to home city and to/from Chicago, airport transfers, course supplements, etc., as described in each individual campus' section.

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