University of California, Los Angeles and UCLA Anderson School of Management
Los Angeles, California
See Our CoursesSummer Discovery Pre-College Academic Programs at UCLA
Experience an unforgettable summer of laughs, learning, and all things Los Angeles with our UCLA pre-college program with program offerings between 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 weeks for ages 14-18. Nestled in the heart of the City of Angels, this pre-college adventure is open to high school students offering them a chance to immerse themselves in a world-class education while exploring the entertainment capital of the world. Imagine stepping out of your classroom and into a city of endless possibilities – like strolling through iconic Westwood Village and chowing down on Tijuana-style Street tacos with new friends. Or bonding with buddies around a bonfire at nearby Manhattan Beach and recapping the performance you just put on in front of a live audience as part of you Acting and Auditioning Academy coursework.
Summer Discovery boasts a robust and enduring relationship with UCLA, having partnered with the esteemed institution for over 35 years - the longest-running partnership among summer programs. From immersive, hands-on academics to fun, engaging activities, your tuition covers it all, and with classes ending early, the options are limitless. Let's make this summer one for the books!
Sample Courses and Academies
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UCLAFilm AcademyAM & PM Course
Learn to produce and shoot your own short film in the movie capital of the world.Dates + Details![Healthy Lifestyles]()
UCLAHealthy LifestylesAM Course
Explore multidimensional wellness to develop a healthier lifestyle.Dates + Details![Hip Hop Dance]()
UCLAHip Hop DancePM Course
Express yourself through dance while learning the history and culture of hip hop.Dates + Details![Marketing]()
UCLAMarketingAM Course
Discover the role of marketing in modern society and business enterprises.Dates + Details![Public Speaking & Debate]()
UCLAPublic Speaking & DebateAM Course
Take this course and master your next speech, presentation, or academic debate.Limited SpaceDates + Details![Baking]()
UCLABakingAM Course
Learn the fundamentals of baking or improve your skills in this "sweet" course.Limited SpaceDates + Details![Business of Fashion]()
UCLABusiness of FashionAM & PM Course
Learn the fundamentals of fashion and how a garment gets from the runway to your closet.Dates + Details![Bruin Leadership & Entrepreneurship Technology Academy]()
UCLABruin Leadership & Entrepreneurship Technology AcademyAM & PM Course
Explore the role visionary leadership plays in some of the most successful entrepreneurial endeavors.Limited SpaceDates + Details
Campus Life
After class, explore the iconic Westwood Village with new friends (either by foot or jumping on our private shuttle). When time permits, be sure to soak up some sun by the Sunset Canyon Recreation Center pool. Follow in the footsteps of fame with our organized trips to TCL Chinese Theater and Hollywood & Highland. Shoot some hoops at the John Wooden Sports and Recreation Center – and maybe even run into some NBA legends and University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) alums while you are at it!
Top 5 Summer Discovery Activities at UCLA
- Cheer for the Dodgers, Angels, or Galaxy at a major league game.
- Tour Universal Studios, the world’s largest TV and movie studio, or experience the magic of Disneyland.
- Soak up some rays at Santa Monica and Manhattan Beaches.
- Shop glamorous boutiques at Century City, Rodeo Drive, and The Grove.
- Hike to the Hollywood sign or search for your favorite stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
*All on campus activities are subject to change based on current safety protocols.
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2023 Dates & Tuition
- Jun 25 - Aug 4 $13,5996 Weeks (Two 3-week sessions)*No courses July 4th* - Tuition includes morning and afternoon courses.Residential
- Jun 26 - Aug 3 $7,4996 Weeks (Two 3-week sessions)*No courses July 4th* - Tuition includes morning and afternoon courses.Commuter
- Jun 25 - Jul 28 $12,2995 Weeks (One 3-Week Session + One 2-Week Session)*No courses July 4th* - Tuition includes morning and afternoon courses.Residential
- Jun 26 - Jul 27 $6,2995 Weeks (One 3-Week Session + One 2-Week Session) *No courses July 4th* - Tuition includes morning and afternoon courses. Commuter
- Jul 2 - Aug 4 $12,2995 Weeks (One 2-Week Session + One 3-Week Session) *No courses July 4th* - Tuition includes morning and afternoon courses.Residential
- Jul 3 - Aug 3 $6,2995 Weeks (One 2-Week Session + One 3-Week Session) *No courses July 4th* - Tuition includes morning and afternoon courses.Commuter
- Jul 2 - Jul 28 $10,5994 Weeks (Two 2-week sessions)*No courses July 4th* - Tuition includes morning and afternoon courses.Residential
- Jul 3 - Jul 27 $5,9994 Weeks (Two 2-week sessions)*No courses July 4th* - Tuition includes morning and afternoon courses.Commuter
- Jun 25 - Jul 14 $8,3993 Weeks (One 3-week session)*No courses July 4th - Tuition includes morning and afternoon courses. Residential
- Jun 26 - Jul 13 $3,9993 Weeks (One 3-week session)*No courses July 4th - Tuition includes morning and afternoon courses. Commuter
- Jul 16 - Aug 4 $8,3993 Weeks (One 3-week session)Tuition includes morning and afternoon courses.Residential
- Jul 17 - Aug 3 $3,9993 Weeks (One 3-week session) Tuition includes morning and afternoon courses.Commuter
- Jul 2 - Jul 14 $6,3992 Weeks (One 2-week session)*No courses July 4th - Tuition includes morning and afternoon courses.Residential
- Jul 3 - Jul 13 $3,5992 Weeks (One 2-week session)*No Courses July 4th - Tuition includes morning and afternoon courses. Commuter
- Jul 16 - Jul 28 $6,3992 Weeks (One 2-week session)Tuition includes morning and afternoon courses.Residential
- Jul 17 - Jul 27 $3,5992 Weeks (One 2-week session)Tuition includes morning and afternoon courses.Commuter
Summer Discovery at UCLA Middle School Enrichment Program
Have a talented middle school student? Our engaging program allows students to prepare for high school while exploring their academic interests.
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Two campuses. One amazing summer.
Having a hard time choosing between UCLA and sunny Los Angeles, the Big 10 feeling of the University of Michigan, the Texan charm and southern BBQ of UT Austin or exploring the nation’s capital and Georgetown University? Don’t worry, you can get the best of two worlds with our combination programs. These programs allow you to choose two campuses so you can extend your summer and explore more of what your college experience could be like.
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"The Summer Discovery program has provided a great opportunity to be a part of UCLA and it's campus life. The campus is so beautiful, everyone was nice, and the professors were great."Joeun C. ![Sophia S.]()
“I spent an amazing 3 weeks meeting great people from all over the world and enjoying my summer to its fullest. The program is really fun, exciting, and a great opportunity to learn new things and make new friends.” Sophia S.![Teagan S.]()
“It was really interesting to meet people from so many different places and it helped me develop a greater perspective on the world. I also learned a lot of college skills, like time management, doing laundry, and punctuality.” Teagan S.![Valentina R.]()
“It impacted me in the sense that I discovered that I love meeting new people from around the world and also helped me with the election of the career I would like to study in college.”Valentina R.
