Middle School Psychology & Neuroscience at UC San Diego

This program combines academic courses, interactive labs, and recreational activities to give middle school students a supportive, fun, and enriching summer experience.

Summer Springboard Middle School program located on the campus of UC San Diego

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Program Highlights

Learn how the mind works and examine the intricate connections between humans and their brains.

Explore complex questions of human behavior through hands-on activities.

Evaluate treatment strategies for a variety of mental health issues.

Explore the fields of psychology and neuroscience with professionals in the industry.

Residential Tuition :
$2,898

Commuter Tuition:
$1,498

Session 1:
July 13, 2025 July 18, 2025

UC San Diego
San Diego, CA

Course Overview

This program is a jam-packed week for middle school students interested in being introduced to the field of psychology. This program offers students who are interested in pursuing a career in psychology and neuroscience an exploration of how psychologists study and understand how people work. Students will explore social dynamics, emotions, personality, the nature of beliefs and the relationship between the mind, brain and body.

Meet your instructor

Caryn Rubanovich

Psychology & Neuroscience UC San Diego

Caryn Kseniya Rubanovich is a doctoral candidate in the SDSU/UC San Diego Joint Doctoral Program in Clinical Psychology receiving research training under the mentorship of Dr. Cinnamon Bloss.

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Topics you'll explore

Course Structure

There are five 3-hour class sessions over the one-week course. During the week, students have class from 9am-12pm, Monday - Friday (program check-out is on Friday afternoon). Wednesday afternoon will be dedicated to additional academic time with possible excursions off-site and/or guest speakers.

ADDITIONAL INFO
The Middle School programs operate separately from Summer Springboard high school programs with separate staff, accommodations, classes, and a more structured environment. For students completing grades 6-8.