Camp · Academic · Ages 16–18 · $2,275/week
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▌ Academic · Ages 16–18

Harvard Secondary School Program (4-Week Residential)

Cambridge · $2,275/week

A 4-week residential program for high school students to take college-level courses for credit at Harvard.

▌ Editor's read The Harvard Secondary School Program is a 4-week residential program for academically advanced high school students, offering college-level courses and a taste of university life. The program is run by Harvard University, indicating a university owner type. The website mentions that all staff undergo background checks, including CORI and SORI checks, and are trained in child protection. While not ACA accredited, the program is part of a prestigious university. Google reviews for 'Harvard Summer School' (which encompasses this program) show a rating of 4.3 stars from 1,000+ reviews, with many praising the academic rigor and campus experience. The program emphasizes a diverse and inclusive community, with dedicated staff and resources for student well-being, including residential deans and proctors. Social media handles found are @harvard_ssp on Instagram and HarvardSummerSchool on Facebook.
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Who thrives here Ages 16–18

Harvard Secondary School Program (4-Week Residential) serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in academic, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
University program
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Academic
  • Ages: 16–18
  • Address: Harvard University, 51 Brattle St, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA
  • Phone: 617-495-4024
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: $9,100 for 4 weeks (4 credits)

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: Yes
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Harvard Secondary School Program (4-Week Residential)

What ages does Harvard Secondary School Program (4-Week Residential) accept?
Harvard Secondary School Program (4-Week Residential) is open to children ages 16–18. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Harvard Secondary School Program (4-Week Residential) cost?
Harvard Secondary School Program (4-Week Residential) publishes $2,275/week for the standard session. That sits 25% below the $3,050 median for academic camps in Cambridge, which makes it one of the more affordable options in the category. $9,100 for 4 weeks (4 credits) Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Who runs Harvard Secondary School Program (4-Week Residential)?
Harvard Secondary School Program (4-Week Residential) is operated by a university program. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Harvard Secondary School Program (4-Week Residential) provide lunch?
Yes — Harvard Secondary School Program (4-Week Residential) includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
How does Harvard Secondary School Program (4-Week Residential) compare to other academic camps in Cambridge?
Harvard Secondary School Program (4-Week Residential) is one of 9 academic camps in Cambridge that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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