Summer Program Applications
Expert guidance, proven strategies, and personalized support to help you stand out in STEM and humanities summer applications.
“I booked an Ad Hoc session for essay feedback, and it completely changed the direction of my personal statement. My consultant helped me refine my story and make it more authentic without losing my voice. Even in one session, I learned more about what admissions officers look for than I had in months of trying on my own.”
“The Senior Editor College Application Program completely changed how I approached my college applications. I thought my essays were strong, but after working with AdmissionSight, I realized how much more depth and clarity they could have. My editor helped me polish every detail until my story was compelling and authentic. I was accepted into Stanford, and I know this program made a huge difference.”
“Before AdmissionSight, I had no idea which summer programs were right for me. The team helped me choose programs that matched my strengths, then coached me through every essay. I was accepted into BU RISE, and it opened doors I didn’t even know existed.”
How We Help You Build a Strong, Competitive Summer Application
Personalized Program Selection
We help you choose STEM or humanities programs that fit your goals and boost your chances.
STEM Program Guidance
Support for elite programs such as RSI, Garcia, Simons, SSP, RMP, BU RISE, COSMOS, and more.
Humanities Program Guidance
Prep for selective programs such as TASP, Stanford Humanities Institute, Kenyon Review, and more.
Application & Essay Coaching
Focused editing on up to five applications, plus strategy for strong recommendation letters.
Summer Programs Our Students Have Attended
Research Science Institute
RSI brings together about 75 high school students each summer for six stimulating weeks at MIT.
Simons in Stonybrook
Hands-on research in science, math or engineering at Stony Brook University with ~5% acceptance rate
Garcia Summer Scholars
7-week research program on polymer science and technology with Garcia faculty and staff.
Summer Science Program (SSP)
7-week research program on astrophysics or biochemistry
Boston University RISE
6 weeks at BU conducting university laboratory research while advancing your STEM knowledge and skills.
Stanford Institute of Medical Research (SIMR)
8-week biological sciences and medicine for high school students
Iowa Young Writer's Studio
Intensive creative writing program for high school students with 2 week residential or 6 week online options
Stanford Humanities Institute (SHI)
3-week humanities program for rising high school juniors and seniors
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Wondering what programs suit you best?
Consult with us on what the best available options are for applying to summer programs to bolster your profile.
Meet Your Senior Consultants
Matt
USC School of Cinematic Arts
Award-winning writer and senior consultant with work featured in major media outlets including CNN, HuffPost, BuzzFeed, SportsCenter, and Disney. A Warner Bros. Fellowship finalist and full-scholarship graduate of the #1 film school in the nation, Matt brings elite storytelling expertise to every student he mentors.
John
Harvard University
Harvard-trained writer and admissions expert with 10+ years of experience guiding students through competitive applications. With a background in neurobiology and English, John specializes in helping students craft compelling essays that reveal their unique voice and stand out in selective admissions.
John
Harvard University
Harvard-trained writer and admissions expert with 10+ years of experience guiding students through competitive applications. With a background in neurobiology and English, John specializes in helping students craft compelling essays that reveal their unique voice and stand out in selective admissions.
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Get personalized advice from an admissions expert, tailored to your goals and challenges.
We’ll reach out within 24 hours to confirm your session.
Get personalized advice from an admissions expert, tailored to your goals and challenges.
We’ll reach out within 24 hours to confirm your session.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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How do you help with Summer Program Applications?
Our students have consistently been accepted to the country’s most competitive summer programs, which generally have anywhere between a 5-15% acceptance rate. Prestigious summer programs are well known by college admissions officers and can significantly improve the student’s academic and extracurricular standing.
The student will receive comprehensive, detailed essay editing and guidance for up to 5 summer program applications, including but not limited to STEM, humanities and writing programs, and research programs for competitive high school students. We make recommendations on which summer programs to apply to based on the student’s academic interests and extracurricular profile.
What summer programs do your students apply to?
Our students apply to highly competitive summer programs in the country, which typically have anywhere between 5-15% acceptance rates. Getting into these highly competitive summer programs dramatically increases their odds of admission. Our students have been accepted to the most prestigious summer programs in the country, including but not limited to:
- Research Science Institute (RSI)
- Simons Summer Research Program
- Summer Science Program (SSP)
- Garcia Summer Scholars
- UCSB Research Mentorship Program (RMP)
- Boston University RISE
- COSMOS
- Telluride Association Summer Program (TASP)
- Yale Young Global Scholars (YYGS)
- Stanford Humanities Institute (SHI)
- Iowa Young Writer’s Studio
- Kenyon Review Young Writer’s Workshop
- …and many more
How do I schedule a consultation?
Please book an initial consultation with us using the contact form.
