Washington University in St. Louis offers a range of summer programs that give high school students a taste of college life across disciplines like business, biology, design, and the arts and sciences. Programs run from one to eight weeks and are available to students in grades 9 through 12, with options to earn college credit through initiatives like the High School Summer Scholars Program. Hosted by respected schools within the university, including the Olin Business School and the Sam Fox School of Design and Visual Arts, these programs provide students with rigorous, hands-on academic experiences in a top university setting. For students eager to explore their interests and prepare for college-level work, Washington University's summer offerings are an exceptional opportunity.
Evaluating information carefully before drawing a conclusion or making a decision.
Breaking down a challenge and working through it methodically to a solution.
Gathering and evaluating information systematically to answer a question.
Designing studies, testing hypotheses, and drawing evidence-based conclusions.
Creating drawings, paintings, or other visual work to express ideas and observations.
Modeling parts and products in 3D software before they're built for real.
Delivering ideas clearly and confidently in front of an audience.
Planning tasks, timelines, and resources to get a project done on schedule.
Students complete intensive design studio work and architectural drawing projects for their portfolios.
Portfolio Plus program includes Communication Design studio concentration with college-level art and design courses.
Portfolio Plus program offers Fashion Design as one of three studio concentrations with faculty guidance.
Young Scientist and SLSIP programs provide 8-week paid research internships conducting independent biomedical and neuroscience projects.
Gateway to Business program teaches foundational business areas, case study experience, and skills to make an impact.
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