Psychology & Neuroscience at the University of Washington

Summer psychology program for teens in Seattle

Program Highlights

Uncover the mystery of how the mind works, and examine the connection between the brain and human behavior.

Develop solutions to the complex questions of human behavior through hands-on activities such as a brain dissection and real-world experiments.

Understand treatment strategies for a variety of mental health issues that affect millions of individuals.

Interact with clinical psychologists, neurologists and researchers who are experts in this specialized field.

Residential Tuition :
$5,698

Commuter Tuition:
$2,998

July 27, 2025 August 8, 2025

University of Washington
Seattle, WA

Course Overview

Through psychology simulations and hands-on neurology workshops, you will explore the relationships between the brain and human behavior. Whether you are interested in the physical aspect of the brain and central nervous system or more intrigued by human behavior and thought processes, connect with professionals that have a background in both psychology and neuroscience.

Excursions in Washington – Students may visits to local medical and research facilities in Seattle.

Meet your instructor

Kevan Kidder

Psychology and Neuroscience University of Washington

Kevan Kidder currently works as a Research Scientist at Basso Lab at the University Washington, where he delves into the investigation of neurodegenerative diseases and aging through the application and advancement of cutting-edge methodologies. Dr. Kidder’s professional focus lies at the intersection of neuroscience and technological innovation.

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Topics you'll explore

Hands-On Learning

Students will learn to tackle these fundamental questions with the tools of psychological science. Students will learn about classic experiments in psychology, with the goal of getting a hands-on, experiential understanding of how people work and how psychologists study them. They will explore social dynamics; emotions; personality; mental illness; the nature of beliefs; neuroscience; and the relationship between the mind, brain, and body. As a capstone project, they will construct their own miniature psychology theory, design/run an experiment to test it, and present findings to the class.