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    • Listing Type: Summer Programs
    • Program Delivery: Day, Residential
    • Destination: United States
    • Provided By: Independent Provider
    • Session Start: June, July, August
    • Session Length: Two Weeks, Six Weeks, Four Weeks, Three Weeks, Five Weeks
    • Entering Grade: Below 6th, 6th, 7th, 8th, 9th, 10th, 11th, 12th
    • Gender: Coed
    • Category: Academic
    • Sub-Categories: Dance, Business, Economics, Finance, Forensic Science, Law, Pre-Med, Robotics, Fashion, Leadership, Arts, Photography, Cybersecurity, Sports Management, Artificial Intelligence
    • Selective: Yes
    • Ages: 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18
    • Minimum Cost: $3,000 - $6,999
    • Career Clusters: Arts, Audio/Video Technology, and Communications, Health Science, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics
    • Credit Awarded: No
    • Location:Los Angeles, California
    • Last Updated:January 2025
    • Meeting: Schedule a Meeting
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    Overview

    Summer Discovery offers middle school and high school programs, and elementary school and middle school gifted and talented programs at UCLA.

    The longest of all our university partnerships, Summer Discovery has been offering summer programs at UCLA for over 35 years. Our academic enrichment curriculum offers students dynamic courses in arts, business, entrepreneurship, psychology, STEM, and more, on one of the most famous campuses in the world.

    Located in a city famous for theme parks, movie studios, and the latest celebrity trends, a summer in Los Angeles is a cultural experience like no other. From incredible restaurants, famous city landmarks, and infamous zip codes, to celebrity sightings and more, students will have access to the best eats and shopping in the U.S.

    1. Entertainment Capital of the World
    2. Top Public University?
    3. Located in Historic Westwood Village
    4. Summer Discovery Partner Since 1986
    5. Access to State-of-the-Art Fitness & Recreational Facilities 

    Summer Discovery has been offering summer programs at UCLA for over 35 years, our longest-standing university partner.

    Top Campus Activities:

    • Silent Disco and Live Band Karaoke
    • Variety Performances by Comedians, Hypnotists, Mentalists, and Magicians
    • Clubs: Arts, Baking, Sports Tournaments & Leagues, Game Nights, and more
    • End of Summer BBQ featuring lawn games and music

    Discover our curriculum offerings across various subject areas, complete with detailed descriptions to help you pick the perfect courses. Immerse yourself in unforgettable locations as you embark on your best summer yet! Visit our website to view the full list of available courses.

    Subject Areas:

    • Arts
    • Business
    • Computer/Data Science
    • Engineering
    • Humanities
    • Medicine/Health Science
    • Social Science
    • STEAM
    • Law & Government
    • Leadership
    • Physical Education
    • Sports Management

    Cost and Session Information

    Costs vary by campus and length of the program. See our website for details. 

    Upcoming Events

    • Dartmouth Summer Scholars – Leadership Institute Spotlight
      Apr 14, 2025

      Dartmouth Summer Scholars – Leadership Institute Spotlight

      07:00pm (ET)

      Please join Lucretia Penfield, Dartmouth Summer Scholars Director, Dr. Anna Mahoney, Executive Director of the Rockefeller Center for Public Policy & Social Sciences at Dartmouth College, Dave Menges, Outward Bound School Director, and Dan Eisler, Summer Discovery On-Campus Residential Director for an in-depth look at the Leadership Institute this summer at Dartmouth Precollege Summer Scholars. Find out details about the program, life on campus, and more. Plus, you can also ask questions!

      Register Now
    • Dartmouth Summer Scholars – Q&A Alumni Panel
      Apr 17, 2025

      Dartmouth Summer Scholars – Q&A Alumni Panel

      07:00pm (ET)

      Please join Lucretia Penfield, Dartmouth Summer Scholars Director and Dan Eisler, Summer Discovery On-Campus Residential Director as we assemble a panel of alumni from our Dartmouth Summer Scholars PreCollege program. Please join us for a Q&A from students who have been through the program to discuss details about the program, life on campus, and more. Bring your questions!

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    • Info Session: Summer Discovery @ UT Austin
      Apr 17, 2025 - Apr 17, 2025

      Info Session: Summer Discovery @ UT Austin

      08:00pm (ET)

      Join Amelia Fleming-Cazalas, Program Coordinator and Summer Discovery Academic Director at UT Austin and Jenn Le Blanc, Summer Discovery Operations Director for an in depth look at the Summer Discovery experience at UT Austin.

      Join us virtually on Microsoft Teams to hear about courses and the commuter experience. Plus, you can also ask questions!

      Register Now