Competitiveness: 3/5
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Pre-College Academic Programs at UCLA
United States, California, Los Angeles
Requirements
Online Application From 
Application Fee 
Parent/Guardian Consent 
Jun 25 - Jul 15
Jul 02 - Jul 14
Jun 25 - Jul 15
Jun 25 - Jul 15
Jul 02 - Jul 14
Jun 25 - Jul 15
Jun 25 - Jul 15
Jun 25 - Jul 15
Jul 02 - Jul 14
Jul 02 - Jul 14
Jul 02 - Jul 14
Jun 25 - Jul 14
Application is open on rolling basis
Need Help?
Learn more about the application process in the Blog or by scheduling a free consultation with the Summer Program adviser
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Key Facts
Just minutes from the beach in the heart of Los Angeles, this Summer Discovery pre-college program offers high school and middle school students the chance to attend America’s top public university while exploring the world’s entertainment capital. Summer Discovery have partnered with UCLA for more than 35 years - the longest partnership running for summer programs! Summer Discovery currently partner with UCLA Extension, UCLA Recreation, UCLA Anderson Center for Management of Enterprise in Media, Sports, & Entertainment, and UCLA Conferences to bring one-of-a-kind programs and activities to create a truly campus-collaborative experience for our students.
Interest Areas:
Arts, Architecture, Design
Biology & Medicine
Computer Science
Economics & Finance
Engineering
Enrichment
Entrepreneurship & Business
Journalism, Media, Communication
Law, Government, Politics
Leadership
Performing Arts (Music, Film, Theater)
Physical Sciences
Pre-college
Social Sciences
Sports
STEM
Technology & Innovation
Exploration, Interdisciplinary programs
Grade:
Grade 6
Grade 7
Grade 8
Grade 9
Grade 10
Grade 11
Grade 12
Other features:
Non-credit
Residential
Commuter
Accepts International Students
Financial Aid
Academics
Connect with industry-leading instructors that bring the real-world to the classroom. The Summer Discovery program at UCLA has 100+ course offerings and specialty programs including our intensive academy programs in business, sports, leadership, screenwriting, and acting. Whether you want to learn to surf the high seas or decode the criminal mind – we’ve got something for everyone! Plus, with 60+ staff on campus dedicated to the health, safety, education and social needs of students with a dedicated office in our residence hall, safety, security, and student development are always top-of-mind.
Reviews
The Summer Discovery program has provided a great opportunity to be a part of UCLA and it's campus life. The campus is so beautiful, everyone was nice, and the professors were great.
Joeun C
Aug 2018
I spent an amazing 3 weeks meeting great people from all over the world and enjoying my summer to its fullest. The program is really fun, exciting, and a great opportunity to learn new things and make new friends.
Sophia S S
Aug 2018
It was really interesting to meet people from so many different places and it helped me develop a greater perspective on the world. I also learned a lot of college skills, like time management, doing laundry, and punctuality.
Teagan S
Oct 2018
It impacted me in the sense that I discovered that I love meeting new people from around the world and also helped me with the election of the career I would like to study in college.
Valentina R
Aug 2019
Eligibility
Self Reported GPA, counselor/advisor contact information
Application Components
Online Application From
Application Fee
Parent/Guardian Consent
Step 1: Complete the Summer Discovery online application with a $100 non-refundable application fee (not applicable towards tuition).
Step 2: Fill out the application section by section, paying careful attention to the information you provide. Note: When asked for your GPA (High School Students only), you will self-report and type in your current GPA. When asked for your counselor/advisor's contact information (all applicants), be sure to include their first and last name and an exact email address. Summer Discovery will contact them on your behalf.
Step 3: Pay your $100 Application Fee.
Tuition & Aid
Business of Entertainment, Media & Sports Academy at UCLA Anderson Business
Jun 25 - Jul 15
3 weeks
Residential
$8397
Sports Business Academy
Jul 02 - Jul 14
2 weeks
Residential
$6399
3D Design & Printing
Jun 25 - Jul 15
3 weeks
Residential
$8399
Abnormal Psychology
Jun 25 - Jul 15
3 weeks
Residential
$8399
Advertising
Jul 02 - Jul 14
2 weeks
Residential
$6399
Acting and Auditioning for Film & TV Academy
Jun 25 - Jul 15
3 weeks
Residential
$8399
Baking
Jun 25 - Jul 15
3 weeks
Residential
$8399
Business of Fashion
Jun 25 - Jul 15
3 weeks
Residential
$8399
Bruin Leadership & Entrepreneurship Entertainment Academy
Jul 02 - Jul 14
2 weeks
Residential
$6399
Bruin Leadership & Entrepreneurship Social Media Influencers Academy
Jul 02 - Jul 14
2 weeks
Residential
$6399
Bruin Leadership & Entrepreneurship Technology Academy
Jul 02 - Jul 14
2 weeks
Residential
$6399
Careers in Medicine
Jun 25 - Jul 14
3 weeks
Residential
$8399
Financial Aid: https://www.summerdiscovery.com/connect/scholarships
Students will receive a certificate of completion from Summer Discovery
Pre-College Academic Programs at UCLA
United States, California, Los Angeles
Competitiveness: 3/5
Requirements
Online Application From
Application Fee
Parent/Guardian Consent
Jun 25 - Jul 15
Jul 02 - Jul 14
Jun 25 - Jul 15
Jun 25 - Jul 15
Jul 02 - Jul 14
Jun 25 - Jul 15
Jun 25 - Jul 15
Jun 25 - Jul 15
Jul 02 - Jul 14
Jul 02 - Jul 14
Jul 02 - Jul 14
Jun 25 - Jul 14
Application is open on rolling basis
Need Help?
Learn more about the application process in the Blog or by scheduling a free consultation with the Summer Program adviser
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