Summer Springboard invites ambitious high school students to join us for a two-week SUMMER program on the campus of the University of Washington in Seattle, IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE UW FOSTER SCHOOL OF BUSINESS.

The University of Washington is ranked as the world’s #2 best global public university by US News and World Report.

Students will be immersed in the heart of this diverse urban campus, known for its rich history of innovation and research. With state-of-the-art facilities, they will experience the Summer Springboard program in a stunning setting. The main campus is located in Seattle, a lively and dynamic city renowned for its strong global business presence, home to numerous Fortune 500 and international IT companies like Amazon, Microsoft, Starbucks, Costco, and Boeing.

The UW Foster School of Business Youth Program is a newly launched initiative designed to offer rising high school juniors and seniors a transformative learning experience. Debuting as a pilot in July 2025, the program is being developed in partnership with Summer Springboard.

It will feature rigorous academic coursework, interactive college preparation activities, visits to leading global companies in the Seattle area, and cultural enrichment opportunities, creating a uniquely impactful experience. Open to both domestic and international students, the program aims to provide an engaging and comprehensive educational journey.

You can attend this session at our program on-campus this summer as either a commuter or residential student:

Session 1:
July 13, 2025 – July 25, 2025

OUR PROGRAM COURSES + ACADEMIC TRACKS

At the heart of your Summer Springboard program is the academic track you choose. Depending on your field of interest, you will take a course, led by an expert instructor, that is designed to give you a taste of the real-world college experience at a competitive university.

Each course is designed by educators and real world experts to allow high school students to quickly grasp core concepts in an easy and enjoyable way.

This summer, we’re offering a single course designed in partnership with the University of Washington Foster School of Business: Business & Leadership

Taught by UW Foster Faculty, this course equips students with critical thinking, leadership, and problem-solving skills through rigorous coursework and a team-based case competition. Students will engage in college preparation workshops, collaborative activities, and excursions designed to enhance their readiness for higher education and future careers.

The program culminates in a case competition where students tackle a real-world business challenge from a renowned Seattle-based coffee company, developing and presenting strategic solutions. Through teamwork, analysis, and persuasive communication, students will gain invaluable skills while also experiencing an exclusive behind-the-scenes company visit.

COMMUTER & RESIDENTIAL OPTIONS ARE AVAILABLE!

Whether you’re a local or live far away from campus, you can choose to be a residential student. Live full-time on-program and experience campus life, while staying overnight in our dorms. Residential students enjoy additional weekend excursions included with program tuition! This is an outstanding option and one we recommend to get the most familiarity with campus life and take part in everything there is to enjoy during the Summer Springboard experience.

If you live within the greater Seattle area however, you can opt to be a commuter student. Each day, simply arrive at campus for the start of the program, and depart from campus when your course and activity schedule is complete. This is a good option for local families not interested in dorming.

To request a program catalog and learn more about our residential and commuter student options, click here.

Why Choose SSB This Summer?

On a Summer Springboard pre-college academic program, teens are invited to explore a major and find a future career path, on elite university campuses in the United States and abroad.

We are proud to host our programs at some of the nation’s – and world’s – leading colleges and universities to offer students a rich taste of life on a major campus.

Each campus has been selected for our programs based on outstanding academic excellence and rigor, reputation for safety and comfort, and capacity to inspire students to reach their full potential. With an outstanding university as your home and real-world classroom for two weeks, you’ll experience a true taste of college student life.

Each instructor has been chosen for their expertise in their field of study, their academic achievement, and their exceptional ability to teach and connect with high-achieving, college-bound high school students. Whether you’re working with a professor from the university, a scientist who runs their own lab, or any other number of extremely qualified instructors, this is a learning experience not to be missed.

Summer Springboard hosts summer programs on the campuses of the following locations:
Yale University, Berkeley, UCLA, Georgetown University, UC San Diego, Cal Poly SLO, Duke University, UC Santa Barbara, Georgia Tech, University of Michigan, University of Washington, New York School of Interior Design, Oxford, Boston, and Barnard College Columbia University. More campus locations are also on their way!

THE SUMMER SPRINGBOARD EXPERIENCE

Hands-on Learning

Dive deep into our academic immersion courses taught by industry professionals. Imagine learning Law from someone who argued before the Supreme Court or writing under the guidance of a published author.

College Prep

Through campus visits and enrichment electives, we provide a deeper understanding of the college admissions process. Students also make new friends from across the United States and around the world and learn to live as a college student.

Career Exploration

Beyond theory, there will be excursions and guest speakers for students to hear firsthand from experts in their field of interest. Past company visits included Google, Bloomberg, and the United Nations Foundation.

Weekend Excursions

Students will visit the must-see cities of the Seattle area and spend time exploring the beauty of the Pacific Northwest. Students will set the top sights downtown, go on an underground tour of Seattle, a ferry tour, and spend the day at an amusement park.

Request a Program Catalog

Simply fill out this quick form and we’ll send you a free copy of our program catalog.

Testimonial

“I learned so much and had a wonderful time immersing myself in the academic program. I was presented with many amazing opportunities that I never would have been exposed to had it not been for Summer Springboard. Last but not least, I made lifelong friends. I owe so much to this program. Thank you for these extraordinary opportunities.”

-Summer Springboard Alum

 

Summer Springboard programs are not run by our campus partners. Universities and their affiliated departments are not responsible for the Summer Springboard program in any way.