Extracurricular Opportunities

NYU Tisch Clive Davis Summer Music Production and Business Program

NYU's world renowned Clive Davis program offers students a chance to understand and get a sneak peak at the music industry. Please look into more information on how to apply here: https://tisch.nyu.edu/special-programs/high-school-programs/recorded-music

Additionally, to be ELIGIBLE, you must be 15 years or older, and a sophomore or junior in high school.

Deadline: 12/1/2025

Program Dates: 7/5/2025-8/1/2025

Many of you may be scared of the cost, don't be, they have a fully funded scholarship for a select few who apply and make the program! https://tisch.nyu.edu/special-programs/high-school-programs/tuition

Medicine and Research Summer Program - Columbia University

Are you interested in a career in medicine and research? Apply for IYRC's prestigious summer research program! https://www.the-iyrc.org/summerprogram.html (Click: Apply Here on the link page)

Rolling deadlines to apply: 12/1/25 & 1/1/26 (Pro Tip:, the earlier you apply for this, the stronger you application is)

Program Dates: Every Saturday, 6/20/2026 - 8/29/2026

Don't be scared off by the "cost", they have select financial aid programs you could qualify for!

Notre Dame University Summer Leadership Experience

Are you looking for an opportunity to better your leadership skills? Apply to the competitive 10 day leadership seminar at Notre Dame University! https://precollege.nd.edu/leadership-seminars/

Only open to current juniors. At least 16 years old by 8/1/2026.

Deadline to Apply: 1/21/2026

Program Dates: 7/18/2026 - 7/29/2026

Tuition, housing, and meals will be covered by the university if admitted.

Brooklyn Botanic Garden Apprentice Program

Volunteer with the Central Park Conservancy

Internship with the Manhattan's District Attorney Office

Are you interested in the world of law and criminal justice? Intern with the Manhattan's District Attorney's office! https://manhattanda.org/careers/internship-opportunities/high-school-internship/

Applications Open: 1/26/2026

Application Checklist: 1) One-Page Resume; 2) 300 Word Essay discussing your interest in criminal justice

Requirements: 1) You must live in Manhattan; 2) You must be a current junior or senior; 3) You must commit to attend for FULL in the summer from 6/29/26 - 7/31/26

The New York Academy of Sciences - Junior Academy

Collaborate with other peers and solve real world STEM problems under the mentorship of an industry professional.

Apply Here:

https://www.nyas.org/learning/high-school-research-programs/the-junior-academy/

Time Commitment of 3-4 hours/week during challenge periods.

Free, no cost! You will not be paid. Highly competitive to land a spot, it will look great on a resume.

Application Deadline: 1/6/2026

NYU Tandon - Research in Science and Engineering

If you are interested in science or engineering, here is a rare free summer pre-college opportunity at NYU Tandon's School of Engineering. https://www.nyu.edu/admissions/high-school-and-middle-school-programs/high-school-programs/applied-research-in-science-and-engineering.html

Application Due: 2/21/26

Requirement: 10th or 11th grader when applying.

Program Duration:

Interviews: March 17-21 & March 30-31
Orientation: May 30

June 2-27 (remote workshops during evening hours); June 30-August 7 (In-Person work in labs); August 8 (Summer session end date & colloquium presentation date)

Rockefeller University - Summer Science Research Program

One of the nations most cut throat Summer Research Programs to get into, right in your city. SSRP Scholars will participate on a research team designed and guided by scientific trainees from the Tri-Institutions (Rockefeller, MSK, and WCMC). SSRP teams mirror the structure of a research laboratory, where there are 1-3 lead team leads who are supported by additional scientists.

Apply here:

https://www.rockefeller.edu/outreach/ssrp/

Applications Due: 1/2/26

Requirement: 16+ Years Old at the start of the program. Open to only current high school juniors and seniors.

Volunteer with the New York Botanical Garden in the Bronx

NYC Parks - Ranger Conservation Corps Internship

Columbia University - Summer High School Program for Engineers

Columbia Engineering's Summer High School Academic Program for Engineers (SHAPE) is a pre-college program for rising sophomores, juniors, seniors, and recent high school graduates. SHAPE is geared toward students with a curiosity for STEM. Each 3-week session (July 6 - July 24, 2026; July 27 - Aug 14, 2026) offers college-level, project-based courses in engineering taught by a diverse group of faculty at Columbia University.

Applications Open 11/25/2025; Deadline to be considered for scholarship: 12/22/2025 https://outreach.engineering.columbia.edu/content/shape-summer-high-school-academic-program-engineers

Application Requirements:

Respond to three essay questions
SHAPE has a limited number of need-based scholarships, which cover the full cost of the tuition and fees. Priority for scholarship are given to those who complete and submit the documents and SHAPE application (including the requests for transcripts and letters of recommendation) by December 22, 2025.

To apply, indicate interest on the program application and complete the SHAPE scholarship application form. This includes basic questions and will also allow applicants to upload the following supplemental documents, which are required. Please be sure to sign and upload all documents before submitting your scholarship application.
1. Individual recent pay stubs for parent(s). Indicate if weekly, bi-weekly or monthly pay period.
2. Family Income and Expense Worksheet
3. Parent Non Tax-Filer Certification Form (this is only applicable if not filing a tax return)
Unfortunately, late scholarship applications will not be considered. SHAPE will notify scholarship applicants in writing via email after a decision is made.

Seeds of Fortune with Yale University

Do you identify as female or nonbinary?

Seeds of Fortune Inc. Scholars in Partnership with Yale Women in Economics is a 10-month program that delivers an Economics capstone project and college prep.

40 scholars are selected to learn economics with Yale University professors with the goal of having youth enter the field of economics and use the knowledge to rethink the economy for their communities.

Apply Here: https://www.seedsoffortune.org/apply

Deadline: 1/19/2026

DO I QUALIFY?

Currently a High School Junior (Class of 2027)
Household Income of $125,000 or less
- (Both custodial and non-custodial parental combined income must be below $125,000 or less)
3.0 GPA +
Must attend a public or parochial school
(ALL genders and backgrounds are welcome to apply.)

Thurgood Marshall Summer Law Internship Program

Cooper Union Saturday Program

Center for Architecture