Camp · Academic · Ages 14–18 · $2,893/week
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▌ Academic · Ages 14–18

Summer@Brown

Providence · $2,893/week

Pre-college program for high school students offering a wide range of academic courses for an immersive university

▌ Editor's read The Summer@Brown program, hosted by Brown University, offers pre-college students a diverse selection of over 200 courses, including both credit-bearing and non-credit options, taught by university faculty and instructors. The program is offered in both residential and online formats, catering to different student needs and preferences. While specific staff-to-student ratios are not explicitly published, the website mentions that all staff undergo background checks. The program is not accredited by the ACA. Google reviews for 'Brown University Pre-College Programs' show a rating of 4.3 stars based on 106 reviews, with many students praising the academic rigor and the opportunity to experience college life. The program's social media presence includes an active Instagram account (@brownprecollege) and a Facebook page (BrownPreCollege).
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Who thrives here Ages 14–18

Summer@Brown serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in academic, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Day and overnight options
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
University program
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Academic
  • Ages: 14–18
  • Address: Brown University, Providence, RI 02912, USA
  • Phone: 401-863-7900
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Cost varies by program length and format.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: Yes
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Summer@Brown

What ages does Summer@Brown accept?
Summer@Brown is open to children ages 14–18. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Summer@Brown cost?
Summer@Brown publishes $2,893/week for the standard session. Cost varies by program length and format. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
Who runs Summer@Brown?
Summer@Brown is operated by a university program. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Summer@Brown provide lunch?
Yes — Summer@Brown includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.

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