Summer Springboard Success Stories

Written by Maris Brail, Summer Springboard alumni My name is Maris and last summer I attended the creative writing program at Yale with Summer Springboard. As someone who has gone to summer camp for over six years, I can definitively say that this has been one of the most positive summer experiences I have ever … Continued

At Summer Springboard at Cal Poly, teens have the unique opportunity to take fascinating hands-on workshops with Cal Poly faculty. Cal Poly has earned its recognition through its unique Learn by Doing philosophy. Learn by Doing is a deliberate process whereby students acquire knowledge and skills through active engagement. Classes emphasize active-learning methods and include … Continued

Summer Springboard courses are taught by accomplished and passionate faculty recruited from many area colleges, universities and professional forums. Each faculty member is selected for their subject area expertise and proven ability to both challenge and captivate students. See below for more information on the Summer Springboard instructors at UC San Diego!

Summer Springboard courses are taught by accomplished and passionate faculty recruited from many area colleges, universities and professional forums. Each faculty member is selected for their subject area expertise and proven ability to both challenge and captivate students. Our Boston program is a little different where we leverage the city of Boston and all of … Continued

Written by Lillie Dawes, Summer Springboard alumni Choosing the right summer program can be overwhelming. With so many options, making a decision can be hard. Each program has a unique set of features to offer. As someone who’s been to multiple academic summer camps, I want to share what sets Summer Springboard apart.

The new year is a great time to set resolutions, goals and intentions for yourself. From getting a better SAT score to signing up for AP courses, a common goal for many teens is to excel in school and start the preparation for college. We recently asked our alumni to share why it’s important for teenagers to … Continued

Written by Lillie Dawes, Summer Springboard alumni Living with Roommates At college, most students live with a roommate or several roommates. Summer Springboard pairs you with either one or two roommates who you will live with for the two weeks. Having roommates can be challenging at times, as personalities and habits can be different, but … Continued

Choosing the “right” college, the “right” major, and the “right” career path are among the most important decisions a young person will make during their high school years. However, pursuing the wrong path can be extremely costly and time consuming. A recent ZipRecruiter study highlights the most and least regretted college majors.

Written by Lillie Dawes, Summer Springboard alumni My name is Lillie, alumni of the Summer Springboard program at UC Berkeley. Summer Springboard was two weeks that changed my life and that I will never forget. Today, I would like to share with you my top tips for getting the most out of your SSB experience! 

Day 12 & 13 of Summer Springboard (Session 2):