ND Summer Scholars is a unique opportunity for academically outstanding high school students to explore one of thirteen academic fields of study. For two weeks, participants become part of the Notre Dame student body, through their academic studies, social interactions, and spiritual encounters. Other excellent programs include:

Each summer approximately 800 students are invited to each military academy for a Leadership Training Camp.  This is an excellent opportunity to determine if a military academy is a good fit for your college choice.  Timing is very important, see Mrs. Manley for details.  Limited scholarships are available.

Nominations are now being accepted for the 48th Annual Summer Program in Biomedical Sciences at MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston.

The National Youth Leadership Forum on National Security (NYLF/NS): Exploring American Diplomacy, Intelligence and Defense provides an intense and stimulating exploration of the field of government service for high school sophomores, juniors and seniors. This six-day program introduces students to challenging careers in defense, intelligence, the diplomatic corps and more.  Eligible students must have a GPA of at least a 3.7 or 92.5 to be considered for the program.  Please see Mrs. Manley if you are interested in being nominated for this professional experience.

The University of Texas at Austin offers numerous opportunities for high school students to experience life as a longhorn. Most sessions average 5 days and include living in the dorms with other high school students. Programs include areas such as:

National Youth Leadership Forum Programs

Students who were recognized as a Duke Scholar qualify for the programs in the 7th through 11th grades. The mission of the Summer Institute for the Gifted is to provide the highest quality educational and social opportunities for academically gifted and talented students through programs designed to meet their abilities and needs.