High School Summer Institutes

Two-week residential, noncredit summer institutes at Washington University in St. Louis for rising sophomores, juniors and seniors, run by Arts & Sciences Pre-College Programs. Each institute has a theme, such as ancient studies, performing arts, research development or environmental studies, and uses lectures, discussions, small group work and final projects without letter grades. Classes typically have 15 to 20 students.

Offered by Washington University in St. Louis. Summer Program for high school students in St. Louis, Missouri, USA. Format: In-person. Cost: Paid. Grades 10–12. Deadline: rolling or not yet announced.

Fields: STEM, Humanities, Business

Key facts

Who can apply
High school students in grades 10 to 12. It takes place in person in St. Louis, Missouri.
Cost
Charges tuition or a fee. Check the official page for the amount and whether financial aid is offered.
Dates
Applications open December 1, 2026.

Info checked October 2026.

Questions about High School Summer Institutes

When do applications for High School Summer Institutes open?

Applications open December 1, 2026.

Is High School Summer Institutes free?

No. It charges tuition or a fee. Check the official page for the amount and whether financial aid is offered.

Who can apply to High School Summer Institutes?

High school students in grades 10 to 12. It takes place in person in St. Louis, Missouri. Age, residency and citizenship rules are on the official page.

Official program page

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