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Online Program Application Open

IN FOCUS and College Credit Summer 2025 application opens in December

 

Discover a variety of course opportunities for high school students with Northwestern University and prepare for college success.

Which option is right for you?

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Academic Options

Choose from two-week classes offered in a range of exciting topics on campus (IN FOCUS) or two to four week classes online (Pre-College Online Program), or take an undergraduate course for college credit. Sessions in all options are taught by Northwestern faculty members.

Campus Life

High school students can experience college life this summer. Make new friends, enjoy activities, and have fun on Northwestern's beautiful lakefront campus.

Get Ready for College

Get a taste of independence and the college experience — learn in a college class, live in a college dorm, get to know roommates and classmates, and manage your own schedule.
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Get a head start on college.
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Choose from a variety of Northwestern courses highlighting themes relevant today.
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Receive college credit or earn a certificate from Northwestern.

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Hear from renowned faculty, expert mentors, and students from around the world.
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Gain crucial insight into potential college majors and careers.
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Experience college-level work while still in high school.
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Find out more!

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Find out more information about our Online Programs.

IN-Focus and Courses for Credit

Receive Information When Applications Open

The College Prep Experience

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Read what students from last year's session have to say about their experience and view the student blog.

 

"I am very happy with the opportunity to be involved in this program, as it introduced me to a field that could potentially be my career in the future."
"I enjoyed the freedom in which I had to truly experience what college is like in terms of simply deciding when to do laundry or going to Evanston to try deep-dish pizza."
"It's so cool to be surrounded by people who are passionate about a similar topic."

"I feel as though (the Get Ready Series) has helped me consider my college application more seriously and gave me access to a lot of important skills I can utilize in the future."
"I enjoyed learning more about a field I am considering going into and getting a taste of the college living experience."
"Having the opportunity to feel independent and responsible for my own time was very helpful in envisioning my life in college in the future."
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