Camp · Academic · Ages 16–18 · $1,500/week
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▌ Academic · Ages 16–18

Carnegie Mellon University Pre-College Summer Session

Carnegie Mellon University, Pittsburgh, PA · $1,500/week

Pre-college programs for high school students to experience college life and academics at Carnegie Mellon University.

▌ Editor's read The Carnegie Mellon University Pre-College Summer Session is an established program, having offered pre-college experiences for over 50 years, as stated on their 'About' page. It is owned and operated by Carnegie Mellon University, a prominent academic institution. The program is primarily an overnight experience, with students residing on campus, though some day options may exist depending on the specific program track. Social media presence includes an Instagram handle @cmuprecollege and a Facebook page 'CMUPreCollege,' indicating active engagement with prospective students. The program offers a diverse range of academic programs, including Architecture, Art, Drama, Music, National High School Game Academy, and Summer Academy for Mathematics and Science (SAMS), providing specialized learning opportunities for high school students.
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Since 197650+ years operating
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University programRun by an academic institution
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Who thrives here Ages 16–18

Carnegie Mellon University Pre-College Summer Session 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
Day and overnight options
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
1976 (50 years)
Operator
University program
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Academic
  • Ages: 16–18
  • Address: 5000 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
  • Phone: 412-268-2082
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: USD, $14,688 for 6-week residential with two courses; $7,409 for 6-week commuter with one course; $11,308 for 6-week commuter with two courses

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Carnegie Mellon University Pre-College Summer Session

What ages does Carnegie Mellon University Pre-College Summer Session accept?
Carnegie Mellon University Pre-College Summer Session 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 Carnegie Mellon University Pre-College Summer Session cost?
Carnegie Mellon University Pre-College Summer Session publishes $1,500/week for the standard session. USD, $14,688 for 6-week residential with two courses; $7,409 for 6-week commuter with one course; $11,308 for 6-week commuter with two courses Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Who runs Carnegie Mellon University Pre-College Summer Session?
Carnegie Mellon University Pre-College Summer Session is operated by a university program, with 50 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Carnegie Mellon University Pre-College Summer Session provide lunch?
Yes — Carnegie Mellon University Pre-College Summer Session 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.

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