Enrichment
The University of Chicago's summer enrichment programs offer pre-college students the opportunity to explore different areas of study and learn about different disciplines, especially those that make the UChicago a distinct destination for higher education. Enrichment programs are intended to students who are interested in having a firsthand experience at a research institution with a strong liberal arts curriculum.
UChicago is committed to making higher education affordable and accessible to students from all walks of life. Our enrichment programs are non-credit and provide substantial funding to cover most costs for admitted participants.
Each program will advance and enhance skills that students can apply to their studies in high school, college, and beyond. Whether it be leadership, civil discourse, or quantitative analysis of complex problems, enrichment programs give pre-college students a window into the unique culture of inquiry and discourse and the dynamism of intellectual discovery at the University of Chicago.
Eligibility
Pre-college students who are at least 14 years old are eligible to participate in our Enrichment Programs. Please review the eligibility requirements on the program pages carefully as we only consider students who complete an application and meet the stated eligibility requirements.
Program Name | Current Grade | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
9th | Current 9th grade students enrolled in a rural or small-town high school within the U.S. | |
9th, 10th | Current 9th or 10th grade students enrolled in high school within the U.S. with an interest in future careers and academic opportunities in quantum science. | |
9th, 10th | Current 9th or 10th grade students enrolled in high school within the U.S. | |
9th, 10th | Current 9th or 10th grade students with an interest in careers in innovation and entrepreneurship. | |
10th | Current 10th grade students enrolled in a rural or small-town high school within the U.S. | |
10th | Current 10th grade students enrolled in high school in California or New York. | |
10th, 11th | Current 10th and 11th grade students enrolled in high school outside of the U.S. | |
10th, 11th | Current 10th and 11th grade students enrolled in high school both inside and outside of the U.S. | |
11th | Current 11th grade students enrolled in a rural or small-town high school within the U.S. | |
11th | Current 11th grade students enrolled in a U.S. high school with an interest in academic opportunities or careers in research in STEM fields. | |
11th | Current 11th grade students with an interest in future careers in climate and energy policy. |
Details
Enrichment programs are hosted on-campus. All participants are required to live in residence in campus housing; there is no hybrid or remote option for Enrichment, unless explicitly stated in the program description.
Offered on a non-credit basis.
How to Apply
Applicants should review Application Instructions before starting an application.
All programs require students to complete and submit the Summer Session application as well as upload a complete high school transcript and respond to a short essay.
A nomination by a counselor or teacher is optional. The linked form is provided on each course page, and should be completed by the counselor or teacher, not the student.
Significant financial aid is available, including roundtrip travel expenses for students who qualify. Please refer to our Costs & Aid page for more information.
All Enrichment Programs share a single deadline of March 12, 2026, and all applicants will receive decisions at the same time.
Application and Registration
Once you've reviewed the deadlines, checklist, instructions, and enrollment steps below you're ready to begin!
