Explore the issues that impact the world, make headlines and are important to you. Summer Academy gives students the opportunity to pursue their passions and learn from New York Times journalists and other thought leaders who bring real-world expertise into the classroom. Our courses help students develop their intellectual curiosity.
Each Summer Academy course draws on the current global cultural landscape and industry insight to provide students with in-depth explorations of subjects that impact the world and make headlines.
Summer Academy is open to high school students (grades 10-12 and graduating geniors based on the grade the student is entering in the Fall school year). Students must be 15 years old by the first day of their term. All students new to Summer Academy are required to complete an online application.
Course Options Include:
Photojournalism as Art
Introduction to Investigative Journalism
Writing the Big City: Reporting in New York
Filmmaking and Video Storytelling in a Social Media Age
Reporting on Style and Fashion
And many more!!
Program Duration
Two-week programs throughout summer; students may enroll in more than one term.
Admissions
Requires the completion of an online application and submission of supplementary materials.?
Tuition
$5,935 for Day students; $7,265 for Residential students. Tuition is based on 2-week course.
Scholarships
The School of The New York Times is committed to making its programs accessible to students from all backgrounds. We believe financial circumstances should not be a barrier to world-class, pre-collegiate education. Our Scholarship Program aims to improve the availability, access, and equity of learning opportunities by providing scholarships based on financial need.