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Here are the top pre-college programs.

There are a variety of pre-college programs available for high school students to help them prepare for college-level coursework and gain valuable experience in their fields of interest. Here are some of the top pre-college programs for high school students:

  1. The Ivy Society’s A Walk in Someone Else’s Shoes: This is the first-ever Ivy League pre-admissions program designed by former Ivy League admissions officers to help student’s increase their self and global awareness—among the most important factors in an Ivy league and top college admissions decision.

  2. Stanford Pre-Collegiate Studies: This program offers a variety of courses for high-achieving students in grades 7-12, including online courses, summer programs, and residential programs on the Stanford campus.

  3. Johns Hopkins University CTY: The Center for Talented Youth at Johns Hopkins University offers summer and online courses for academically advanced students in grades 2-12.

  4. Harvard Summer School Secondary School Program: High school students can take college-level courses at Harvard University during the summer through this program, which also includes extracurricular activities and workshops.

  5. Duke TIP: The Talent Identification Program at Duke University offers summer programs, online courses, and educational resources for academically gifted students in grades 4-12.

  6. Columbia University Summer Immersion Program: This program allows high school students to take courses in a variety of fields, including business, journalism, and STEM, and to experience college life at Columbia University.

  7. Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Summer Programs: High school students can participate in summer programs at MIT, including the Minority Introduction to Engineering and Science (MITES) program, which provides a rigorous STEM curriculum for students from underrepresented communities.

  8. Yale Young Global Scholars: This program offers a variety of interdisciplinary courses and workshops for high school students from around the world, focusing on topics such as international affairs, sustainability, and biotechnology.

  9. Brown University Pre-College Programs: High school students can take college-level courses, participate in research projects, and attend workshops and seminars at Brown University during the summer.

  10. Northwestern University College Prep Program: This program offers courses in a variety of subjects, including law, medicine, and journalism, and provides opportunities for students to gain hands-on experience in their fields of interest.

  11. University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Summer Sessions: High school students can take college-level courses at UCLA during the summer and participate in extracurricular activities and workshops.

Overall, pre-college programs can provide high school students with valuable experiences and opportunities to prepare for college and explore their interests. It is important to carefully research and consider different programs to find the best fit for your individual goals and interests.