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Nominate a High School Student for Pre-College Programs - Greater Boston Area

Whether you are a guidance counselor, teacher, or school administrator, your students look to you for help and support in choosing a college or post-graduation experience that is right for them.

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Stay up to date on information about Summer 2024 Programs - Applications are Now Open!

Nominations Are Now Open for Pre-College Programs

With our current summer Pre-College Programs starting soon, our Nomination program is closed for the remainder of this year. The process to nominate your students for next summer's programming is now open, along with applications! Sign up now to stay up to date on new and updated Pre-College Programs, as well as important dates and deadlines throughout the year from Tufts Pre-College.

Applications for Summer 2024 are now open! - Sign up above to stay informed throughout the year!



 

Empower your students to make informed decisions. Nominate your high-achieving high school students for the Tufts Pre-College Program to fast-track their enrollment. Your students will get a window into what majors, careers, and college experiences could look like for them – and build their resumes. No letter of recommendation is required. With your nomination, we can follow up with your students directly.

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We offer a wide variety of innovative and academically challenging courses in traditional college-style learning settings. Remember, spots in these programs are limited, and your nomination can help your student get a head start on their next academic adventure!

Benefits of Pre-College Summer Program Nomination


 

The Invitation

  • Sent by a trusted and reliable mentor and support figure (school counselor, teacher, or administrator)
  • Introduction to a new and exciting opportunity
  • Encouragement that a student is ready for this academic challenge

The Application

  • Automatic application creation
  • Letter of recommendation and transcript requirements waived
  • Fast track to admissions review

The Opportunity

  • Jumpstart the college experience
  • Experience enriching college-level academics
  • Join a community of like-minded peers from around the world

Summer 2024 Intensive Pre-College Programs


 

 

SMFA Graphic Design Bootcamp

July 29 – August 2, 2024
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Spend a week this summer, from the comfort of your own home, diving into the Adobe Creative Cloud software tools, hearing from professional graphic designers, and exploring the intersection of art, technology, and design with this fully online offering from Tufts and the School of the Museum of Fine Arts at Tufts.

Mini Med School: Clinical Experiences

Session 1: June 24 – 28 (Commuter ONLY)
Session 2: July 21 – 26 (Commuter and Residential)
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This summer intensive provides driven students who are interested in medical school (or in other health professions) the opportunity to study with one of the nation's leading medical schools - Tufts University School of Medicine.

Engineering Investigations

Session 1: July 7 – 19, 2024
Session 2: July 21 – August 2, 2024
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This program provides students with an overview of the different disciplines within engineering to broaden their understanding of the field and highlight the multiple ways engineers work and impact the world.

Entrepreneurship & Innovation Bootcamp

July 7 – 19, 2024 LIMITED SPOTS
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Students will learn how to build a new venture from the ground up, whether it is a startup, small business or non-profit

Coding Academy

July 21 – August 2, 2024
for-credit Tufts Credit
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Enables students of all levels to establish a strong foundation in coding to solve real world problems.

SMFA Studio Art

July 7 – 26, 2024
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Allows students to challenge themselves with new mediums and refine existing skills and develop a professional portfolio.

Note: residential students will live on the Medford campus.

Engineering Design Lab

Session 1: July 7 – 19, 2024 CLOSED
Session 2: July 21 – August 2, 2024 CLOSED
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Explore the foundations of engineering design with hands-on experience in our state-of-the art maker space.

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Marketing Essentials

Session 1: July 7 – 19, 2024
Session 2: July 21 – August 2, 2024
home Residential
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Student will explore marketing concepts and strategy that they can apply to their own lives and future careers. 

Climate Resilience Institute

July 21 – August 2, 2024 LIMITED SPOTS
for-credit Tufts Credit
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Students will learn the principles and key concepts of environmental change and resilience from experts in many fields.

Leadership for Social Change

July 7 – 19, 2024 LIMITED SPOTS
for-credit Tufts Credit
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Equips current and future change agents with the knowledge and skills to achieve their goals.

Tufts Summer Accelerator

Session 1: July 7 – 19, 2024
Session 2: July 21 – August 2, 2024
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Experience life in college in this accelerated two week program, where you can explore your interests via two focused academic seminars. An abbreviated version of our popular 6-week Tufts College Experience.

International Relations

July 21 – August 2, 2024
for-credit Tufts Credit
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Learn from world-renowned International Relations faculty, study a foreign language, and broaden your perspective on the world.

Mini Med School: Careers in Medicine

July 7 – 19, 2024 CLOSED
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This summer intensive provides driven students who are interested in medical school (or in other health professions) the opportunity to study with one of the nation's leading medical schools - Tufts University School of Medicine.

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Adventures in Veterinary Medicine

Session 1: July 7 – 19, 2024 CLOSED
Session 2: July 21 – August 2, 2024 CLOSED
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Discover if the exciting career of veterinary medicine is right for you! Adventures in Veterinary Medicine (AVM) is a fun and engaging career exploration program that will give you a deeper understanding of the veterinary profession and the demands of veterinary school. As one of the most progressive and well-regarded veterinary schools in the country, Tufts University was the first to offer this type of educational programming. For over 30 years, AVM has inspired individuals who share a passion for veterinary medicine.

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Lab Science Investigations

Antimicrobial Resistance
July 7 – July 19, 2024
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Take a deeper dive and explore the various facets of Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) and its impacts on society, especially in agriculture, animals, and people. 

6-Week Summer 2024 Programs


 

Tufts College Experience

July 1 – August 9, 2024
for-credit Tufts Credit
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Tufts College Experience can help expose you to all the ins and outs of college. Learn about the Pre-College Programs at Tufts University College.

Tufts Summer Research Experience

July 1 – August 9, 2024 CLOSED
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Through this program — designed for high school juniors and seniors with prior research experience —you can participate in ongoing research projects. 

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Your student will thank you.

Nominated students will benefit from your endorsement to enroll in a Pre-College Program from a trusted name in higher education. They will gain a unique perspective into a college community, choosing from a variety of courses, taught at a world-class university. Further, nominated students can expect an expedited application process, including automated application creation, fast-tracked admissions review, and waived requirements for letters of recommendation and transcripts. The opportunity to join like-minded students looking to learn more about the college experience at a top university is a gift that your students will thank you for again and again.

Learn More About Pre-College Program Nominations

Elevate your high school students' academic journey by nominating them for our esteemed Pre-College summer programs. With a seamless application process, fast-track admissions review, and an immersive college experience, your students will thrive in our diverse and supportive community.

Don't miss out on this opportunity to empower your students and shape their future success. Click below to nominate a student and unlock a world of possibilities with Tufts University College's Pre-College Programs for high school students near Medford, Boston, Fenway, and Grafton.