Summer Opportunities

Middle School

Flushing YMCA Beacon Center @ JHS 189

• FREE summer camp
• Registration Dates:
  • After-School Participants: March 26th, 10 am - 12 pm
  • All other youth: April 2nd, 10am - 12 pm
• Ages 9 - 13. Birth certificate or passport required.
• Download flyer below

High School

The New York City Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) is open to all NYC residents between the ages of 14- 24.
Apply online
Downloadable Paper application package (in PDF)
SYEP FAQs

Queens College: Summer Institute for the Humanities and Social Sciences

• The Queens College Summer Institute for the Humanities and Social Sciences is a unique opportunity to see how art and society merge and interact.

  Not only will you experience college life and earn college credit by taking courses in acting, mythology and social issues, you will engage with writers, musicians, and artists who drop by for talks and readings. Off campus, you will explore the cultural diversity of New York with field trips to museums and performances.

  Throughout the summer you'll be accompanied and supported by trained mentors, and also receive special instruction on how to utilize the campus library and other facilities.

• July 5 - August 15
• Cost: FREE
• Apply by speaking with Ms. Park

Berkeley College: Summer Workshops

• Enjoy a great opportunity to learn and make the most of the lazy days of summer. You’ll be amazed at the difference a couple of days at one of our workshops can make in deciding your future.

  But don’t take our word for it — this summer, check these great offerings out for yourself and discover the many possibilities that lie ahead.

  You can take classes in Interior Design, Business Leadership, Fashion, and Criminal Justice. All workshops are in different locations in New York.
   

• Two day workshops, times vary
• Each workshop costs $100. Talk to Ms. Park about applying for scholarships.

Pace University: Summer Scholars Institute

• The Summer Scholars Institute, now in its thirteenth year, is a groundbreaking, intensive two-week program designed for exceptional rising juniors and seniors eager to experience the atmosphere of college with interactive courses to meet the individual interests of students.

  The 2011 Summer Scholars Institute will run from July 17th to July 30th at our New York City Campus, nestled between City Hall Park and South Street Seaport. We have a rigorous and challenging program of study scheduled for students, which includes ten “majors” or fields of study to choose from. 

• July 17 - July 30

• Check out the 2011 Brochure!

• Download the 2011 Summer Scholars Institute Application

• Early Application March 25th (Deposit Waived)

  Final Deadline: June 24th

• If interested, speak to Ms. Park about the discounted rate

NYU High School Programs: Precollege

• Experience college, earn college credits and make new friends!
• July 5 - August 12
• Scholarship deadline: April 1

Summer@Rensselaer

• Summer enrichment programs allow elementary, middle, and high school students the chance to participate in non credit programs that stimulate their minds and exercise their bodies. Each program will be individually priced. Visit their website for additional information such as full program descriptions, application/registration forms, and costs.
• Summer 2011, dates vary by program.
• There is currently no financial aid available for summer enrichment programs.

Youth About Business program

The YAB Summer Business Camp is a week-long residential camp for current high school students. Students will live on the Columbia University campus. All training takes place at Columbia Business School, one of the top business schools in the nation.

Enrolled students engage in a business competition performing merger and acquisition simulations. During the negotiations, student teams assume the leadership of their assigned corporation by acting as the executive management committee.

• Students will attend one of two camps: July 4-8, or July 11-15
• The program cost is $300, plus $25 application fee. If you apply by March 18, there is a 25% discount
• Handout and Info Sheet can be downloaded below.

New York State Summer School of the Arts

If you are a New York State high school student who is considering a career in the arts or entertainment industries, the New York State Summer School of the Arts (NYSSSA) is for you. We offer intensive pre-professional summer training programs that are exciting, challenging and fun. You will have the chance to work with internationally acclaimed artists and artistic companies and you will gain world-class training, education and inspiration that could change your life forever. Students will live and work at SUNY Fredonia.

• The School of Visual Arts will hold its annual four-week program from
  July 2 to July 29, 2011. Total cost of tuition, room, and board will be $2,000. NYSSSA awards financial assistance based upon individual need.
• Application information can be found here. Students interested in the NYC region portfolio review need to drop their portfolio off at the Syracuse University Lubin House location during the week of February 21 through 25.
• Download the flyer below.