Cornell University
Summer at Cornell University
Scheduled for 2025
Located in beautiful Ithaca, New York, the Cornell campus is known for its picturesque setting and breathtaking gorges and waterfalls carved out by glaciers millions of years ago. Founded in 1865, Cornell’s mission has been to discover, preserve, and disseminate knowledge to produce creative work, promoting a culture of broad inquiry throughout and beyond the Cornell community. The university provides the experience of a traditional college campus filled with history and tradition. While on campus, students will participate in our Institute for the Gifted's challenging proprietary curriculum that includes courses focused on medical sciences, global politics, psychology, engineering, and more.Top Campus Activities:
Silent Disco and Live Band KaraokeVariety Performances by Comedians, Hypnotists, Mentalists, and MagiciansCommunity Events: SIG Traditions, Group Challenges, Sports Tournaments & LeaguesCornell University Programs
Summer Discovery offers an enriching program for gifted and talented students at Cornell University.
Institute for the Gifted
This program offers talented and creative students an unparalleled academic curriculum that is challenging, interactive and hands-on – while helping students build essential life skills and confidence. Outside the classroom, students embark on fun adventures and develop lifelong friendships and connections in our inclusive community.
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Available Courses
Discover our curriculum offerings across various subject areas, complete with detailed descriptions to help you pick the perfect courses. Immerse yourself in unforgettable locations as you embark on your best summer yet!
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Dates & tuition
We offer program types based on age, academic interest, and session dates. Discover which summer experience is the right fit for you.
- Academic tuition
- Housing
- 3 meals per day, 7 days a week
- Extracurricular activities and excursions every afternoon, evening, and all weekend long
- Transportation for included activitiesUse of athletic and recreation facilities
- College admissions presentation
- Blanket, sheets, pillow, and pillowcase
- Safety and supervision
- Note: some courses and academies have additional academic fees.
- Application fee
- Airfare and airport transfers
- Supplemental course fees may apply
- Meals eaten off campus
- Medical expenses
- Laundry
- Linens
- Spending money
- For international students, the international registration fee is $379 (residential) OR $239 (commuter) – this fee covers a medical policy for the student and their airport transfers.
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