Computer science
ICS Summer Academy
ICS Summer Academy is a 2 or 4 weeks commuter program run by UC Irvine Donald Bren School of Information and Computer Sciences. Open to: rising 9th to 12th graders and graduating 12th graders.
- Last cycle's deadline
- Not posted
- 2027 date not posted yet
- Cost
- Paid, aid available
- Who can apply
- Grades 8 to 12
- current grade when applying
- Length
- 2 or 4 weeks
- Commuter
What students do
Students work on projects with peers and UC Irvine faculty advisors in a computing topic such as AI, cybersecurity, data analytics, game design, or robotics. Sessions are held in person on the UC Irvine campus.
- Artificial intelligence and machine learning
- Cybersecurity
- Data analytics
- Game development
- Robotics
Key facts
- Run by
- UC Irvine Donald Bren School of Information and Computer Sciences
- Where
- Irvine, CA (commuter)
- Who can apply
- Rising 9th to 12th graders and graduating 12th graders
- Dates
- Session I July 6 to 17, 2026; Session II July 20 to 31, 2026; four-week course July 6 to 31, 2026These are the 2026 dates. 2027 dates are not posted yet.
- Cost
- $2,500 per two-week session or $5,000 for the four-week Intelligent Robotics course, includes materials, laptop access, and lunch
- Deadline
- Not posted
How a mentor helps with your ICS Summer Academy application
- Decide whether ICS Summer Academy 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 ICS Summer Academy deadlines and requirements
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Frequently asked questions
When is the ICS Summer Academy application deadline?
The program has not posted a deadline. Check the official site.
How much does ICS Summer Academy cost?
$2,500 per two-week session or $5,000 for the four-week Intelligent Robotics course, includes materials, laptop access, and lunch. Financial aid is available.
Who can apply to ICS Summer Academy?
Rising 9th to 12th graders and graduating 12th graders.
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.
