Stanford's programs offer highly motivated, intellectually curious students the opportunity to investigate topics not typically taught in secondary schools. Students engage in small classes taught by instructors who are experts in their fields and passionate about teaching. In this setting, students hone their academic skills and form new friendships with intellectual peers. Students in our residential programs get a taste of college life on the beautiful Stanford campus. Past students have described their Stanford Pre-Collegiate Studies experience as life changing.
Stanford Sports Business Academy
Our newest program, Stanford Sports Business Academy gives high school students an overview of careers in the sports and entertainment industries with a focus on management, law, negotiation, marketing, and leadership. Students will experience what it's like to work in the business of sports and entertainment and will meet leaders and athletes in professional sports.
Summer Humanities Institute
At the Summer Humanities Institute, rising high school juniors and seniors explore the big questions at the heart of the humanities in seminars led by distinguished Stanford Professors. Students spend the first two weeks intensively studying and researching a topic in history, philosophy, or literature, attending daily lectures by faculty members, and participating in group discussions. During their third week, students work closely with their professors, graduate students, and writing mentors to produce original research projects.
Summer Arts Institute
At Stanford Summer Arts Institute, high school students from around the world come together for a three-week intensive program offering academically engaging interdisciplinary courses in photography, product design, music, and architecture. The Summer Arts Institute's six courses emphasize the essential connections between the arts and other areas of study, including cognitive science, psychology, and engineering.
Artificial Intelligence Laboratory's Outreach Summer Program
AI will change the world. Who will change AI? The Stanford Artificial Intelligence Laboratory's Outreach Summer program intends to increase diversity in the field of Artificial Intelligence. Current 9th grade girls are encouraged to apply. Students will learn about Artificial Intelligence through a combination of lectures, hands-on research projects, field trips, and mentoring activities during this two-week residential program.
High School Summer College
Students ages 16-19 choose from more than 145 college courses in 30 academic departments, earning Stanford undergraduate course credit and an official Stanford University transcript. Students in the residential, commuting, and online Summer College programs create their own course schedules and experience what life is like as undergraduate student at Stanford.
Summer Institutes
At the Summer Institutes, high school students engage in intensive, single-subject courses with instructors and peers who share their talents, passions, and interests. Coursework is tightly integrated with the social experience in academically themed residences. Courses in areas ranging from business to biotechnology and cryptography to creative writing are customized to give students deep exposure and hands-on experience. There are over 50 courses from which to choose.
Stanford University Mathematics Camp (SUMaC)
At SUMaC, an elite group of talented rising high school juniors and seniors from around the world come to Stanford for intensive study in advanced mathematics through lectures, guided research, and group problem solving. In a social environment centered on mathematics, students explore current lines of mathematical research and applications across scientific disciplines.
University-Level Online Math and Physics Courses
For students who have surpassed their high school's math and physics curriculum, University-Level Online Math and Physics courses are offered throughout the year and are largely self-paced, giving students the opportunity to take a broad array of math and physics courses. Expert instructors are available for optional office hours to meet with students online and offer assistance as they progress through the course material. All courses carry Stanford University Continuing Studies credit.
Stanford Online High School
Academically talented students, in grades 7-12, engage in a worldwide learning community. Through vibrant, real-time, online seminars, the rigorous curriculum challenges students to reason analytically, think creatively, and argue critically. Stanford OHS offers a number of enrollment options including taking solely a single course. Stanford OHS is a WASC accredited school.
