How to Apply to the Summer Leaders Academy

Information regarding Summer 2025 will be available later this Fall. In the meantime, you can explore course offerings and information from our Summer 2024 program. Thank you.

Application Deadlines

  • April 15: Resident Application Deadline
  • May 15: Resident Registration Consents, Deposits, and Medical Forms Due
  • May 15: Commuter Application Deadline for Intensive 1
  • May 31: Commuter Application Deadline for Intensives 2 and 3
  • June 12: Commuter Registration Consents and Deposits Due

More Important Dates

Credit-Bearing Courses

Credit-bearing courses are primarily for rising high school seniors with a G.P.A. of 3.0 or better. Rising juniors may apply with a letter of recommendation in addition to the documents below. 

To apply, you will need: 

  • an analytical writing sample from a class
  • an unofficial copy of your high school transcript
  • your fall report card if the grades are not reflected on your transcript
  • If you are applying for housing, you will need a brief letter of recommendation from a counselor, coach, supervisor, or instructor attesting to your ability to live responsibly on campus.

Apply

Non-Credit Courses

Non-credit courses are open to high school students who have completed their freshman year. Courses are recommended for those with a 3.0 or better. No prior experience with the subject matter is required.

To apply, you will need:

  • an unofficial copy of your high school transcript.
  • your fall report card if the grades are not reflected on your transcript.
  • If you are applying for housing, you will need a brief letter of recommendation from a counselor, coach, supervisor, or instructor attesting to your ability to live responsibly on campus.
  • If you are applying for the Musical Theatre Workshop, an audition song is required.

Apply