Camp · Academic · Ages 15–17 · $2,532/week
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▌ Academic · Ages 15–17

Penn Summer Pre-College Program

University of Pennsylvania · $2,532/week

The Penn Summer Pre-College Program offers high school students an immersive, college-level academic experience in various subjects, including STEM, humaniti...

▌ Editor's read The Penn Summer Pre-College Program is an overnight academic program for high school students, operated by the University of Pennsylvania. The website details a variety of courses across different academic disciplines, including STEM, humanities, and social sciences, taught by Penn faculty and instructors. The program emphasizes a collegiate experience, with students living in campus dorms and participating in extracurricular activities. While the website does not explicitly mention staff-to-student ratios or background check policies, its university affiliation suggests adherence to institutional safety standards. The program is not accredited by the ACA. Google reviews for 'Penn Summer Programs' generally reflect positive experiences, with an average rating of 4.5 stars from over 100 reviews, often praising the academic rigor and campus environment. Social media presence includes an Instagram handle @pennsummer and a Facebook page 'pennsummer', which showcase program activities and student life.
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Who thrives here Ages 15–17

Penn Summer Pre-College Program 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: 15–17
  • Address: 3440 Market Street, Suite 450, Philadelphia, PA 19104-3335, USA
  • Cost notes: USD, based on 6-week program; includes enrollment deposit of $1500

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Penn Summer Pre-College Program

What ages does Penn Summer Pre-College Program accept?
Penn Summer Pre-College Program is open to children ages 15–17. 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 Penn Summer Pre-College Program cost?
Penn Summer Pre-College Program publishes $2,532/week for the standard session. USD, based on 6-week program; includes enrollment deposit of $1500 Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Who runs Penn Summer Pre-College Program?
Penn Summer Pre-College Program 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 Penn Summer Pre-College Program provide lunch?
Penn Summer Pre-College Program does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.
How does Penn Summer Pre-College Program compare to other academic camps in Philadelphia?
Penn Summer Pre-College Program is one of 10 academic camps in Philadelphia 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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