Summer Springboard: Empowering Teens with Passion & Purpose

April 13, 2026
 SUMMER SPRINGBOARD & THE HARVARD CRIMSON
 

Summer Springboard is a leading pre-college summer experience designed to help high-achieving students explore academic interests, build confidence and prepare for the college journey ahead.

Featured Campus: MIT Campus
At Summer Springboard on the campus of MIT, motivated students experience life on one of the world’s most innovative campuses for two weeks while engaging in hands-on, project-based courses led by industry professionals and subject-matter experts. Along the way, students become part of a dynamic, peer-driven learning community, explore potential majors and career pathways and build meaningful independence within a structured, supervised setting.

Participants can dive into the following courses:

  • Artificial Intelligence – A Responsible Approach
  • Biotechnology
  • Business & Entrepreneurship
  • Cybersecurity
  • Dentistry
  • Fundamentals of Engineering
  • Engineering – A Project-Based Introduction
  • Engineering, Design and Global Innovation
  • Neuroscience & Behavioral Biology
  • Pre-Med

Additional Campus Options
Families may also consider programs hosted on the campuses of:

  • Barnard College, Columbia University: This two-week program features hands-on learning led by professionals in fields such as Emergency Medicine, Fashion Merchandising, Finance & Investing and more. Participants also explore iconic New York City landmarks, including Central Park, Times Square, Top of the Rock, Grand Central Station, and the World Trade Center.
  • Yale University: Students can join our program for one to six weeks this summer while exploring fields such as medicine, business, STEM and more. Throughout the week, participants will discover the local New England area through academic field trips, and students enrolled in multiple weeks can also enjoy exciting weekend trips to New York City and Boston.

Learn More & Apply Today
Discover how Summer Springboard can help your student take the next step toward their future. Visit our website to explore programs, dates and application details.

Financial Aid Available: Summer Springboard offers need-based financial assistance to help make our programs more accessible for families. Visit our website to learn more about eligibility and how to apply.