Multi-subject pre-college
USC Summer Programs
USC Summer Programs is a 4-week residential or commuter program run by USC Pre-College Programs. Open to: completed at least 9th grade by the start of the program.
- Last cycle's deadline
- May 8, 2026 for domestic a
- 2027 date not posted yet
- Cost
- Paid
- Who can apply
- See details
- current grade when applying
- Length
- 4 weeks
- Residential or commuter
What students do
Students take one four-week, college-level course in an area such as business, engineering, pre-health, pre-law, performing arts, or writing. They can live on campus or commute.
- Business
- Engineering
- Pre-health and science
- Performing arts
- Writing
Key facts
- Run by
- USC Pre-College Programs
- Where
- Los Angeles, CA (residential or commuter)
- Who can apply
- Completed at least 9th grade by the start of the programApplicants should be pursuing a rigorous high school curriculum; the commuter option is not available to international students.
- Dates
- June 21 to July 15, 2027
- Cost
- 2026: $11,570 residential total (tuition $7,401, room and board $3,440, plus fees) or $8,130 commuter total; $85 application fee
- Deadline
- May 8, 2026 for domestic applicants; March 13, 2026 for international applicantsThis was last cycle’s deadline. The 2027 date is not posted yet.Application opens November.
Official program siteOfficial application pageUniversity of Southern California admissions profile
What the application asks for
- Essays or short answers
- Transcript
- Teacher recommendation
- Application fee
A 300 to 500 word essay, a letter of recommendation from a teacher, counselor, or mentor, a high school transcript, and an $85 application fee.
How a mentor helps with your USC Summer Programs application
- Decide whether USC Summer Programs 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 USC Summer Programs 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 |
| Pre-College ScholarsUC Berkeley Summer Sessions | Berkeley, CAResidential or commuter | Completed 10th or 11th grade by the start of summer classes | Paid | March 17, 2026 (residential track)Last cycle’s date |
| UCLA Summer Precollege Focus SeriesUCLA Summer Sessions | Los Angeles, CACommuter | High school students at least 15 years old by the first day of Summer Sessions | Not posted | Not posted |
| 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 |
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Frequently asked questions
When is the USC Summer Programs application deadline?
The 2027 deadline has not been posted. Last cycle's deadline was May 8, 2026 for domestic applicants; March 13, 2026 for international applicants, and most programs keep a similar date from year to year.
How much does USC Summer Programs cost?
2026: $11,570 residential total (tuition $7,401, room and board $3,440, plus fees) or $8,130 commuter total; $85 application fee.
Who can apply to USC Summer Programs?
Completed at least 9th grade by the start of the program. Applicants should be pursuing a rigorous high school curriculum; the commuter option is not available to international students.
What does the USC Summer Programs application require?
Essays or short answers, Transcript, Teacher recommendation, Application fee. A 300 to 500 word essay, a letter of recommendation from a teacher, counselor, or mentor, a high school transcript, and an $85 application fee.
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.
