Top Summer Programs For High School Students In 2020 Did you know summer activities can push your college application to the “yes” pile? If you haven’t decided how to spend your summer time, you may think about the possibility of attending a summer program. It will offer you opportunities to experience life on a college campus, explore fields you have interest in, and perhaps, even earn college credit ( 学分 ) for the courses you take. The following are four top summer programs we select for high school students: Summer Immersion Program During the free 7-week program,10th-11th grade girls learn about computer science, gain exposure to tech jobs,and join a sisterhood of girls who are using computer science to become change-makers. All programs run for 7 weeks during the summer from Monday through Friday, 9am - 4pm. Program dates vary by city. Princeton Summer Journalism Program The Princeton Summer Journalism Program (PSJP) is one of the only programs of its kind offering a free, forward-looking residential journalism and precollege institute for high achieving high school juniors from low-income backgrounds. 2020 Program Dates: Friday, July 31, 2020 - Monday, August 10, 2020 The Summer Academy for Math and Science (SAMS) SAMS allows students to develop deeper understanding in areas such as mathematics, physics and computer programming. In addition to their academic experiences, students also have the opportunity to cooperate, and develop meaningful relationships with peers from across the country. Start Date: Saturday, June 27, 2020 End Date: Saturday, August 8, 2020 The Pioneer Research Program In the Program, selected students work one-on-one with leading U.S. university professors in advanced study and research of a topic of their interest. The program is conducted entirely online, allowing high school students from all over the world to take part. Summer term: June 8 - August 28, 2020