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Summer Springboard

Locations: San Diego, United States; International, International

Summer Springboard

Locations: San Diego, United States; International, International

Type:

Day camp, Overnight camp, Virtual camp/program
Focus:

Academic/Tutoring (multi)
Cost:

$1,498 to $6,098 USD/session
Ages:

12 to 18
Gender:

Coed
Main language:

English
Capacity:

Varies
Programs:

View 7 available; 9 TBD
Reviews:

View 5 available

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Overview
Here's what makes Summer Springboard stand out
Explore a major, discover a career path, and enjoy life on a college campus for two weeks. Meet peers with similar interests and get a taste of life on a top university campus in the United States--or abroad in Europe. Bring your knowledge in a chosen field to the next level with inspiring instructors. Weekend excursions and group activities round out the experience.

Special needs: Not available

LGBTQ+ friendly community
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Programs, Rates & Dates

Programs and Sessions Calendar

Summer Springboard is a camp for teens who are passionate about a subject and want to advance their studies, knowledge and experience during the summer, while meeting new kids and networking with experts in their field. Most campuses are in urban areas, and do not offer a traditional cabins-on-a-lake experience; however, there is plenty of camp fun to be had during structured evening activities, weekend excursions and downtime.

Choose the right programs and sessions for your child; Summer Springboard currently has 7 programs available; 9 TBD.

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Academic Camp at Yale University

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 14 - 18

Education (multi)

$3,198 to $6,098

International, 10509 San Diego Mission Rd Ste S	Jun 15-27		$3,198 - $6,098
International, 10509 San Diego Mission Rd Ste S	Jun 29-Jul 11		$3,198 - $6,098
International, 10509 San Diego Mission Rd Ste S	Jul 13-25		$3,198 - $6,098

Business & Entrepreneurship Camp

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 14 - 18

Education (multi), Entrepreneurship

$2,998 to $6,398

International, 10509 San Diego Mission Rd Ste S	Jun 15-27		$3,198 - $5,898
International, 10509 San Diego Mission Rd Ste S	Jun 22-Jul 04		$3,198 - $6,398
International, 10509 San Diego Mission Rd Ste S	Jun 29-Jul 11		$2,998 - $5,498
International, 10509 San Diego Mission Rd Ste S	Jul 06-18		$3,198 - $6,398
International, 10509 San Diego Mission Rd Ste S	Jul 13-25		$2,998 - $5,498
International, 10509 San Diego Mission Rd Ste S	Jul 20-Aug 01		$3,198 - $5,698

Criminal & Forensic Science Camp

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 14 - 18

Science (multi), Instructor lead (group)

$3,198 to $6,098

International, 10509 San Diego Mission Rd Ste S	Jun 22-Jul 04		$3,198 - $6,098
International, 10509 San Diego Mission Rd Ste S	Jun 30-Jul 12		$3,198 - $6,098
International, 10509 San Diego Mission Rd Ste S	Jul 16-18		$3,198 - $5,998
International, 10509 San Diego Mission Rd Ste S	Jul 20-Aug 01		$3,198 - $6,098

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 12 - 18

Instructor lead (group), Medical Science

$3,448 to $6,648

International, 10509 San Diego Mission Rd Ste S	Jun 22-Jul 05		$3,448 - $6,648
International, 10509 San Diego Mission Rd Ste S	Jul 06-18		$3,448 - $6,648
International, 10509 San Diego Mission Rd Ste S	Jul 20-Aug 01		$3,448 - $6,148

Educational Camp at Cal Poly University

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 14 - 18

Education (multi), Computer (multi)

$5,298

International, 10509 San Diego Mission Rd Ste S	Jul 06-18		$5,298
International, 10509 San Diego Mission Rd Ste S	Jul 20-Aug 01		$5,298

Educational Camp at New York School of Interior Design

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 14 - 18

Fashion Design

$3,198 to $5,698

International, 10509 San Diego Mission Rd Ste S	Jul 06-18		$3,198 - $5,698
International, 10509 San Diego Mission Rd Ste S	Jul 20-Aug 01		$3,198 - $5,698

Educational Camp in Oxford

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 14 - 18

Education (multi)

$3,198 to $6,098

International,
10509 San Diego Mission Rd Ste S

Jul 06-18

$3,198 - $6,098

Psychology & Neuroscience Camp

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 14 - 18

Medical Science, Instructor lead (group)

$5,498 to $6,098

International,
10509 San Diego Mission Rd Ste S

Date TBD

Cost TBD

Engineering Camp on College Campus

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 14 - 18

Instructor lead (group), Engineering

$5,498 to $6,098

International,
10509 San Diego Mission Rd Ste S

Date TBD

Cost TBD

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 14 - 18

Instructor lead (group), Debate

$6,098

International,
10509 San Diego Mission Rd Ste S

Date TBD

Cost TBD

Architecture Camp

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 14 - 18

Architecture, Instructor lead (group)

$5,898

International,
10509 San Diego Mission Rd Ste S

Date TBD

Cost TBD

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 14 - 18

Instructor lead (group), Financial Literacy

$5,898

International,
10509 San Diego Mission Rd Ste S

Date TBD

Cost TBD

Emergency Medicine on College Campuses Abroad

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 14 - 18

Medical Science, First-aid/lifesaving

$5,748 to $6,148

International,
10509 San Diego Mission Rd Ste S

Date TBD

Cost TBD

International Relations Camp

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 14 - 18

Instructor lead (group)

$5,498

International,
10509 San Diego Mission Rd Ste S

Date TBD

Cost TBD

Sports Management Camp

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 14 - 18

Instructor lead (group), Entrepreneurship

$5,999

International,
10509 San Diego Mission Rd Ste S

Date TBD

Cost TBD

Kinesiology and Physical Therapy Camp

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Overnight Camp
Coed
Ages: 14 - 18

Instructor lead (group), Health Science

$5,498

International,
10509 San Diego Mission Rd Ste S

Date TBD

Cost TBD

Registration Details

Applying is easy: Simply visit our website and fill out an online application Admissions folks are on standby to answer any questions you have via phone or email. The application consists of a program deposit, short essays, medical history and academic history forms. Applications open in the fall and are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis until June.

Financial Aid & Payment Details

Payment Options:

Deposit required with acceptance	Yes
Credit card payment	Yes

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Reviews & Insider Perspectives

The Our Kids review of Summer Springboard

Summer Springboard is an academic and career exploration program designed for ambitious students eager to advance their knowledge in a specific field while enjoying the energy of college life. What makes Summer Springboard unique is its immersive college atmosphere complemented by structured activities, weekend excursions, its balance of academic learning and hands-on experience, and the opportunities for professional networking. Eva Strausberg, the Director of Programs with extensive background in cross-cultural education, values the balance of academic rigor with the practical insights into various professions. Guest speakers from top-tier organizations and interactive sessions provide students with a realistic glimpse into their potential future careers. Students not only prepare for their academic future but also gain self-awareness and confidence, building the foundation for success in college and their chosen career paths. Alumni praise the comprehensive nature of the program, highlighting the enriching campus life and educational trips. Participants find the skills they acquire extend beyond the classroom, enhancing their creativity and problem-solving abilities in everyday life. The camp's ability to forge lasting friendships is also often highlighted, with many alumni crediting the camp as the best they've ever attended. Parents echo these sentiments, emphasizing significant academic and social benefits. They observe a remarkable growth in their children, who return with increased self-assuredness and fond memories of their time at Summer Springboard, often describing it as an experience that resonates long after the summer ends.

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Emily M. , Alum

Hands On & Impactful
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Felipe M. , Alum

Fostering Independence
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Eden D. , Alum

Best Camp
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A. Jones, Alum

Lasting Impact on Everyday Life
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Carrie D. , Parent

Academics / Social Benefits
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Emily M. , Alum

Hands On & Impactful

The medicine course allowed me to pursue more knowledge about what I love and want to do for the rest of my life. Through the hands-on activities I could feel like a real doctor. I met amazing people here, those 12 days will be forever in my heart ... Show More

Felipe M. , Alum

Fostering Independence

I loved the structure of the program and how it allowed for so much freedom while being educational. This program really made me think about the future and where to go from this point. True You and the engineering course w... Show More

Eden D. , Alum

Best Camp

I think it was probably the best camp I've ever been to. I made so many lifelong friends and actually feel confident in the career I want to pursue.

A. Jones, Alum

Lasting Impact on Everyday Life

Honestly, everything: the RAs, the trips, the teachers, the campus. It was all amazing to me. I was a part of the emergency medicine track, and I've found myself using the different skill I learned even in different subjec... Show More

Carrie D. , Parent

Academics / Social Benefits

My daughter attended last summer at UC Berkeley and her experience in the program was superb! It really impacted her on both personal and academic levels. From the people she met, to her class and instructor, to the excurs... Show More

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Director's Message

Eva is a Southern California native but has spent many years living and working in Boston and Italy. She holds a B.A. in Sociology from Brandeis University and an M.A. in Intercultural Relations from Lesley University. After grad school, her time in Florence led to a career designing and directing academic and study abroad programs in both the U.S. and abroad. Her previous work at Harvard University, Sarah Lawrence, and various English for Speakers of Other Languages programs reflect her belief in the value of cross-cultural education, respecting diversity, and hands-on learning experiences. When not working, she enjoys cooking, traveling, and spending time with family.

Staff and Counsellors

Our RAs (Resident Assistants) are typically college students; they are CPR/First Aid certified and have experience working with teenagers--they come from all walks of life, from all around the USA. Our instructors are -- past lecturers have included ER doctors, a retired Chief of Police, Ivy League professors, researchers, Ph.D students, and the like.

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Location & Operations
Address

San Diego, United States
10509 San Diego Mission Rd, San Diego, California(USA), 92108, United States
International, International
10509 San Diego Mission Rd Ste S, International, International

Property Details

More details about property: Depending on your campus, you may have access to a recreation center/gym, open space for sports or games, and/or other recreational areas.
Accommodations

Sleeping Accommodations

Dorm or Building

Amenities

Electricity in Sleeping Area
Shower in Sleeping Area
Toilet in Sleeping Area

Washrooms Facilities

Flush Toilets
Showers (indoor)

More details about accommodations: Live in university dorms with modern facilities. While specifics will vary by campus location, most rooms are 2 - 4 capacity and include linens.

Are meals provided? Yes.

Is Summer Springboard technology free? Students are permitted to keep their phones or other devices with them as long as they are using them respectfully and are mindful about staying engaged in the program.
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