Summer Springboard Success Stories

Join Summer Springboard in Manhattan this Summer for an Experience You’ll Never Forget! Fordham University at Lincoln Center is an excellent urban campus at which to get a feel for university life and pursue an educational track that speaks to you. Not only is our host school a top university with a microcosm all its … Continued

It’s a given that Summer Springboard students work hard–but they play hard, too! It’s all about balance. From amusement park extravaganzas to low-key days at the beach, we explore what our host city has to offer. UC San Diego students celebrate the end of a rigorous week on one of the city’s unbeatable beaches. Boston … Continued

Taking a Business & Entrepreneurship course on the campus of UC San Diego introduces young leaders and entrepreneurs to the business world and key challenges (and opportunities!) that affect growing a business. There’s something very liberating about being one’s own boss. Maybe you’ve been churning out money making ideas since you were a tot, or … Continued

If you’re considering enrolling in a Summer Springboard course at our campus in Boston this summer, read on to see why this might be the perfect location for you! #1: Get a full dose of early American history on the Freedom Trail Lace up your comfy walking shoes, ‘cause this 2.5 mile trek through some … Continued

Layni is Summer Springboard’s Admissions Manager & also our Yale Program Manager during the summer. Read this article more to learn more about Layni and what she does for SSB! Name: Layni Pistone Title: Admissions Manager / Yale Program Manager Years with SSB: 2.5 Years Hobbies: Hiking the mountains of Denver, arts & crafts Layni … Continued

Just look at that summer calendar: between your cousin’s wedding, two weeks at summer camp, the annual family vacation and your other extra-curriculars, you’re struggling to find the time to get ahead academically or explore your passions. If only there were some sort of short-term, online internship that provides amazing experience (and something for the … Continued

Let’s explore some of the program electives you may want to take this June, July or August during your on-campus program experience with Summer Springboard. College Prep: This elective pairs well with SSB’s True You activity and gives additional insight into your discoveries about what types of careers or schools could be a good fit … Continued

Let’s answer some frequently asked questions on campus safety for Summer Springboard’s residential programs. Q. What level of supervision can I expect on a program? Is my student free to roam as he pleases? A. Our programs are very structured, as we want to make the most of our time on campus! Students are expected … Continued

Part of your on-campus adventure this summer is getting to experience what college life is like, and that includes dorming with roommates. Q. How many students share a room? A. Most dorms are two to a room, while others hold up to four; the answer will depend on the campus you are attending and how … Continued

The Fundamentals of Engineering summer program for teens doesn’t just tackle engineering and science fundamentals, it also challenges students to think critically and creatively about how to design innovative solutions to complex problems. Here are three reasons why you should enroll in this course! #1: There’s no better way to dive into engineering. This program … Continued