Summer is here. The country is slowly re-opening. Students are looking for summer activities to occupy their time—preferably not the activities of the last year like video games, binge-watching Netflix, and watching endless Tik Tok videos. Encourage them to get out and use the summer to expand their learning by taking advantage of some of these summer programs.

Summer Programs for High School Students: TeenLife’s Top 100 Most Popular Summer Programs for 2021

TeenLife reviewed all summer programs for high school students listed on their website and selected the top 100 programs with the most page views on our website. They then broke those programs into categories and arranged them alphabetically to create the list you find on this page. Use their menu to jump to each category.

Top Summer Programs For High School Students In 2021

There is a growing minority of selective summer programs that select high achieving high school students strictly on the basis of merit. A number of these programs are offered for free or at relatively low costs, and will prove an impressive addition to your college application. The following is a list of top summer programs for high school students that won’t cost you an arm and a leg.

Summer Programs for High School Students

Many summer programs have converted to an exclusive online-learning format. However, these summer programs have worked to ensure one-of-a-kind experiences—including some Zoom meetings with instructors and/or planned video group chats with other program participants. Check these programs out if that interest your student.

Summer Reading Program for High School Students

Is your student a book worm or simply needs help with their reading and comprehension over the summer? In this engaging 8-week program, your high schooler will double reading speed, improve comprehension in fiction and nonfiction, strengthen writing skills, and expand his or her vocabulary. Your son or daughter will head back to school with a deeper love of reading and the tools and confidence to succeed.

12 Free Summer Programs for High School Students

Looking for a productive, engaging way to spend your summer? Summer programs are a great option. These enriching experiences cover a variety of themes and topics, allowing you to take college-level courses, pursue a passion, or explore a prospective career. Sometimes, these programs can be a bit pricey. But here are 12 summer programs that are entirely free.

Tuition-Free Summer Camps, Courses and Programs

Virtual summer camps and courses are listed here. From career training to coding, we’ve got you covered. Look through our offerings below to see what fits your interests and your schedule. Register now and check back often as sessions open.

Make the most of your summer and check out these programs for your college-bound student.