Summer Springboard
Psychology & Neuroscience
IN BERKELEY
EXPLORE THE MIND AND BRAIN THROUGH SCIENCE AND DISCOVERY
THIS IS A TWO-WEEK PROGRAM WHERE YOU’LL FOCUS ON ONE COURSE FOR THE ENTIRE DURATION.
Psychology & Neuroscience in Berkeley
- Uncover how the mind works and explore the connection between the brain and human behavior.
- Solve complex questions of human behavior through activities such as brain dissection and real-world experiments.
- Understand treatment strategies for mental health issues impacting millions.
- Interact with clinical psychologists, neurologists, and neuroscience researchers.
- Learn research methods by constructing a novel psychological theory, designing experiments, and presenting findings.
- Visit labs like the Cognitive Psychophysiology Lab at SFSU to conduct EEG tests and meet expert guest speakers.
Summer Springboard
Psychology & Neuroscience
About This Course
This two‑week program in Berkeley immerses high school students in the intersection of psychology and neuroscience through a blend of interactive lessons, applied research, and lab-based learning.
Students begin by exploring foundational aspects of human behavior—including emotion, personality, social dynamics, mental illness, and belief systems—alongside the underlying neuroscience.
They then engage in hands-on explorations such as brain dissections and EEG testing, design and implement original experiments, and present findings to their peers. The course is enriched by guest lectures and excursions, including a visit to the Cognitive Psychophysiology Lab at San Francisco State University, offering students insight into current research and clinical applications.
By the end of the experience, participants emerge with a deeper understanding of the mind-brain relationship, enhanced scientific reasoning, and a taste of real-world psychological and neuroscience research.
TOPICS YOU'LL EXPLORE
Hands-on Learning
Students participate in brain dissections, EEG testing, and run their own experiments to explore theories about the mind and behavior.
Career Exploration
Through guest lectures and lab visits, students connect with clinical psychologists, neurologists, and researchers to learn what future careers in psychology and neuroscience look like.
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“I had an amazing experience and made so many friends. I learned a lot about Psychology & Neuroscience and am a little more clear about what I want to pursue now.”
– N. Chitre | Alumni Student
Summer Springboard
Psychology & Neuroscience
Instructor Information Coming Soon
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.
INSTRUCTOR TBD
Summer Springboard
Psychology & Neuroscience
Dates & Tuition
| 2026 Dates |
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| Session 1: June 14 – June 26, 2026 |
| Session 3: June 28 – July 10, 2026 |
| Session 5: July 12 – July 24, 2026 |
Click here to enroll in this course using our online enrollment form.
| Tuition |
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| Residential Tuition: $5,998 |
| Commuter Tuition: $3,298 |
Apply by November 30 to lock in the lowest prices of the year. Tuition increases on December 1.
Tuition Protection Plan: Allows for cancellation for any reason up until the day of the program.
| Location |
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| City: Berkeley |
| State: California |
| Campus: Berkeley |
Summer Springboard programs are not run by our campus partners (with the exception of Cal Poly, NYSID and UW Foster which are run in partnership with SSB). Universities and their affiliated departments and partners do not control and are not responsible or liable in any manner for any part of the Summer Springboard program.