Enroll in a course during the academic year!
Accelerated Semester Online
Fall and Spring Semesters | Online | Credit
Enroll in an online college-level course while still in high school. Eight-week courses are open to high school students who want to get ahead during the fall or spring semesters.
Eligibility: Current high school juniors and seniors or recent high school graduates
Pre-college students at Syracuse University who successfully complete their course will walk away with a Certificate of Completion and a Syracuse University transcript.
Experience pre-college this summer with Summer College!
Summer College – On Campus
Summer Semester
Residential & Commuter
Credit & Noncredit
Experience what college is really like: take a college-level course, live in a residence hall, have meals with friends in a dining center, and participate in activities and events on campus.
Length: 2 & 6 weeks
Eligibility: Rising high school sophomores, juniors, seniors or recent graduates ages 15 years or older
Summer College – Online
Summer Semester
Online
Credit & Noncredit
Explore potential college majors and academic interests in an online course this summer. Make friends in virtual events and activities that can be accessed from anywhere in the world.
Length: 3 & 6 weeks
Eligibility: Rising high school sophomores, juniors, seniors or recent graduates
Summer College – Hybrid
Summer Semester
Res./Commuter – Online
Credit
Expand your knowledge in a hybrid course. Live on campus for two weeks, then complete the final four weeks of your course online from the comfort of your own home – or wherever life takes you!
Length: 2 weeks on campus & 4 weeks online
Eligibility: Rising high school sophomores, juniors, seniors or recent graduates ages 15 years or older
Summer College – On Location
Summer Semester
Commuter
Credit & Noncredit
Explore course options in one of Syracuse University’s homes on the west or east coasts! Commute to an academic center in New York City, New York, Governors Island, New York or Los Angeles, California!
Length: Up to 6 weeks
Eligibility: Rising high school sophomores, juniors, seniors or recent graduates. Must be able to commute to the academic center
Hear from Our Alumni
“I went not knowing anyone, but left with new friends from all over the country. Most importantly, the program encouraged me to follow my passion. Those few weeks at Syracuse gave me a great taste of what college life will be like, and I can’t wait!”
— Petey P., Summer College – On Campus 2019 student
“I loved my experience because it gave me the opportunity to meet new students that are interested in the same classes as me. This program positively impacted my life because it helped me get in touch with my creativity and imagination.”
— Adriana H., Summer College – Online 2020 student
Facts and Figures
50
U.S. States and territories represented by students from 2018 – 2022
55+
international countries and regions represented by students from 2018 – 2022
98%
of our alumni report that the experience prepared them for college and beyond
From Pre-College to a Bright Future. Companies where some of our pre-college alumni work
Spotify
EY
Walt Disney World
pwc
Goldman Sachs
Ready to Start Your Pre-College Journey?
