Multi-subject pre-college
Notre Dame Summer Scholars
Summer Scholars is a 2-week residential program run by University of Notre Dame Office of Pre-College Programs. Open to: current sophomores and juniors.
- Application deadline
- February 17, 2027
- Cost
- Paid, aid available
- Who can apply
- Grades 10 to 11
- current grade when applying
- Length
- 2 weeks
- Residential
What students do
Students take one college-level course track taught by Notre Dame faculty and live on campus for two weeks. They work on coursework together outside class, join social and service activities, and can earn one transferable credit.
- College-level courses
- Faculty-taught tracks
Key facts
- Run by
- University of Notre Dame Office of Pre-College Programs
- Where
- Notre Dame, IN (residential)
- Who can apply
- Current sophomores and juniorsMust be at least 16 by August 1, 2027, with no exceptions.
- Dates
- Session I: June 19 to July 3, 2027; Session II: July 10 to 24, 2027
- Cost
- $5,200 total for 2027 ($4,900 tuition and housing plus $300 enrollment fee), covers tuition, room and board, extracurricular activities and class field trips; $75 application fee
- Deadline
- February 17, 2027Application opens October 19, 2026.
Official program siteOfficial application pageUniversity of Notre Dame admissions profile
What the application asks for
- Transcript
- Counselor recommendation
- Teacher recommendation
- Application fee
Online application, transcript and counselor report, one teacher recommendation and a $75 fee; test scores are optional.
How a mentor helps with your Summer Scholars application
- Decide whether Summer Scholars fits, and which similar programs to apply to alongside it.
- Work backward from the deadline so essays, recommendations, and forms are not left to the last week.
- Draft and revise the essays or short answers with one-on-one feedback.
Email me the Summer Scholars deadlines and requirements
A link to this page, plus our list of similar programs.
Similar programs
| Program | Where | Who can apply | Cost | Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ATDPUC Berkeley School of Education | Berkeley, CAHybrid | Currently in grades 7 to 11 | Paid, aid available | Early February 25, 2026; standard March 23, 2026; extended May 29, 2026Last cycle’s date |
| Columbia Summer ImmersionColumbia University School of Professional Studies | New York, NYResidential or commuter | Rising 9th through current 12th graders; residential students must be 15 or older | Paid | Early registration February 1, 2027; general deadline March 1, 2027 (residential) or April 1, 2027 (commuter) |
| Cornell PrecollegeCornell University School of Continuing Education | Ithaca, NYResidential | Students who have completed 10th grade, ages 16 to 18 | Paid | May 14, 2026 (rolling admission)Last cycle’s date |
| CTDNorthwestern University Center for Talent Development | Evanston, ILResidential or commuter | Students entering grades 6 to 12 in the fall | Paid, aid available | One week before each session starts; tuition rises $100 after May 31, 2026Last cycle’s date |
| CTYJohns Hopkins Center for Talented Youth | Multiple locationsResidential or commuter | Grades 2 to 12 | Paid, aid available | Registration deadline May 10, 2027 (Summer A) and June 7, 2027 (Summer B) |
| Duke Pre-CollegeDuke University | Durham, NCResidential | Current 9th to 12th graders | Paid | Not posted |
Frequently asked questions
When is the Summer Scholars application deadline?
The deadline is February 17, 2027. The application opens October 19, 2026.
How much does Summer Scholars cost?
$5,200 total for 2027 ($4,900 tuition and housing plus $300 enrollment fee), covers tuition, room and board, extracurricular activities and class field trips; $75 application fee. Financial aid is available.
Who can apply to Summer Scholars?
Current sophomores and juniors. Must be at least 16 by August 1, 2027, with no exceptions.
What does the Summer Scholars application require?
Transcript, Counselor recommendation, Teacher recommendation, Application fee. Online application, transcript and counselor report, one teacher recommendation and a $75 fee; test scores are optional.
Read from the program’s own site and last checked 2026-10-09. Programs change dates, fees, and requirements each year, so confirm on the official site before you apply. Dewey Smart is not affiliated with this program.
