Experience the academic quality of the UMass Amherst Pre-College program in the greater Boston area. Our pre-college programs at the Mount Ida Campus invite high school students to experience college-level classes and campus life, including our award-winning UMass dining, all from the convenient location of Newton, MA.
Residential and Commuter Options
Residential pre-college students live in modern dorms on the beautiful, tree-lined campus minutes from the city of Boston. Of course, it takes a little help to adjust to life on a college campus, so we have great live-in program assistants who are specially trained to help you get used to a new environment. We have lots of fun events in the evenings and on weekends that help you connect with other pre-college students.
Local students can take advantage of the commuter option, while still enjoying UMass Amherst's outstanding dining services, as well as free parking, rec center access, and co-curriculars.
Pre-College Courses at the UMass Amherst Mt. Ida Campus
AI, Data & Ethics: Introduction to Public Interest Technology
This two-week program introduces high school students to the growing field of "public interest technology"
Summer Design Academy
Residential @ UMass Amherst
Residential @ Mount Ida Campus
The UMass Amherst Summer Design Academy provides an opportunity for high school students interested in architecture, landscape architecture, urban or interior design to learn more about these professions and experience the kinds of activities that take place in a university design program.
Veterinary Technology
This two-week program for high school students allows you to work with UMass faculty and learn about the profession of veterinary technician.
Please see individual course listings for dates and pricing.
