Experiencing College Life for Eight Weeks at Stanford

By XuanThu Pham

Tags: High School Summer College

"Stanford Summer Session was life changing for me because I learned that it was actually really cool to be a nerd - and I met people and made friends from all over the world who I will never forget. Studying for a summer at Stanford University not only showed me how life was as a college student, it showed me how life was for a college student who was willing to take opportunities in research and on-campus activities. It was an unforgettable eye-opening experience where I learned lessons that will serve me a lifetime." --Sofie De Wandel, Summer College Alum, 2012.

Summer Quarter at Stanford can only last so long and hearing from many of our former students, they wish it was longer - and for good reason from their perspectives. High School Summer College is a program for high-achieving, talented, intellectually curious high school students who are 16 and 17 year old and are in their sophomore, junior, or senior years. 

Billing Updates

By Katy Adams

Tags: Academics, High School Summer College, Stanford, Stanford Summer Session, Undergraduates and Graduates

The Summer Session office has received a large number of inquiries concerning billing. The following is a list of a few helpful resources that explain the billing and paying process. Our office will also send out more detailed information in a couple of weeks via email to students confirmed in our program.

John Robichaux on Academics & College Life: High School Summer College

By XuanThu Pham

Tags: Academics, Community, High School Summer College, Stanford, Stanford Summer Session

Why High School Summer College at Stanford?

By XuanThu Pham

Tags: High School Summer College, Stanford Summer Session

10 Reasons Why Students Attend High School Summer College:

Attending High School Summer College at Stanford University has many rewards and the experiences will be unique from one student to another. Read more to discover ten great reasons why students should consider High School Summer College at Stanford this Summer Quarter.

Why Apply to High School Summer College?

By XuanThu Pham

Tags: Academics, Achievements, Community, High School Summer College, Special Features, Stanford, Stanford Summer Session, Student Achievements

Still debating about why you should apply to High School Summer College? In addition to learning more from our website, we welcome you to watch our live TV coverage with NBC Bay Area in the recent past featuring a former Summer College and Jess Matthews of Stanford Summer Session.

We're Hiring! 2013 Summer Residence Staff Positions

By XuanThu Pham

Tags: Community, High School Summer College, Stanford Summer Session, Undergraduates and Graduates

Every year, students come to Stanford Summer Session to sharpen their minds academically, to be immersed in college life, and to create experiences that last a lifetime. Learn more about how you can make a difference this summer for a student.

Apply for a residence staff position and become a Summer Resident Assistant or a Summer College Mentor. You'll be able to:

• Earn hourly pay, room, and board
• Strengthen your leadership and management skills
• Integrate your work  schedule with your other summer commitments

Introducing Stanford Horizon Scholars

By XuanThu Pham

Tags: Academics, Community, High School Summer College, Stanford Summer Session

Stanford Summer Session and High School Summer College are excited to invite applications for the inaugural class of Stanford Horizon Scholars.

Each year, Stanford Summer Session already invites over a hundred of the Bay Area's top high school students to attend High School Summer College, earning Stanford University college credit as commuting students. 

Now, through the Horizon Scholars Program, 15 local high-achieving, low-income high school students will have the possibility to attend Stanford Summer Session as commuting students at little or no cost. In addition to a special financial aid package, Horizon Scholars will have access to special programming during the Summer Quarter and at quarterly events throughout the rest of the year. 

The Horizon Scholars program represents our ongoing commitment to attracting the world's strongest secondary school students as well as our commitment to improving college access to students in the Bay Area. 

Who Should Apply to the Horizon Scholars Program?

Consider applying to the Horizon Scholars Program if you or an exceptional high school student you know are:

• Eligible to attend High School Summer College as a commuter
• A permanent resident of San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, or Alameda county
• Eligible for free or reduced lunch 
• Ready to take on the challenges of High School Summer College at Stanford

There is no application fee for students eligible for the program. 

When & How to Apply

Applications open Monday, January 7, 2013. Students must start working on their online applications by no later than Thursday, March 28, 2013 and complete them by Monday, April 1, 2013. Notification of acceptance to the Horizon Scholars Program will be made April 15, 2013. 

Early Bird Discount for High School Summer College Applicants

By XuanThu Pham

Tags: High School Summer College, Stanford Summer Session

We are happy to provide an early bird discount to all High School Summer College student applicants. Apply early to take advantage of the $25 application fee through Thursday, January 31.

Beginning Friday, February 1, the application fee will increase to $75.

Online Applications Open: Summer Quarter 2013

By XuanThu Pham

Tags: Academics, High School Summer College, Stanford, Stanford Summer Session, Undergraduates and Graduates

Our online applications opened yesterday and we are excited to see the many applications that are in progress and underway. If you haven't created an account to apply yet, we encourage you to create one today and begin your application!

High School Summer College 2013: Application Essay Topic

By XuanThu Pham

Tags: Academics, High School Summer College, Stanford Summer Session

High School Summer College 2013: Application Essay Topic

While the online application will not be open until Monday, January 7, 2013, we are pleased to announce the essay topic to our student applicants. The essay must be between 500-700 words in length:  

If you were given all the money you would ever need, and were free to do absolutely anything with your life, what would you choose to do and why?