University of Miami Summer Scholars

How many students get the chance to build an architectural portfolio, create a business plan, meet executives from collegiate and professional sport administrations, all while earning six college credits? At UM, students explore their academic passion and consider their future career opportunities when they attend the University of Miami’s Summer Scholars program. High-achieving high school sophomores and juniors can gain an authentic college experience and earn six college credits in a variety of academic areas.For students looking to gain hands-on experience in a more condensed format, we also offer our incredible two-week, non-credit academy program for an intense experiential learning environment. 2020 program dates:Three-week Summer Scholars Program (credit): For high school freshmen, sophomores, and juniors The program runs July 4–17, 2020 Two-week UM Academies (non-credit): For high school freshmen, sophomores, and juniors The program runs July 4–17, 2020 Priority Application Deadline is approaching: February 1, 2020. Students are encouraged to apply early for the best chance at admission in their first-choice program. Applications are processed on a rolling basis once complete. Limited Scholarship Opportunities are available for students who qualify. To be considered, eligible applicants must complete both the Summer Scholars application and the scholarship application and submit supporting documents by the March 1 deadline. Students who meet the requirements for our need-based scholarship may also qualify for application fee reduction waivers.Curious about the experience? Check out this blog from our 2019 participant, Madison Z., or click on the below link for a program recap video produced by participant Analise M. APPLICATION The waiver code “GUIDANCE” for students to receive $25 off the application fee.* Students are encouraged to apply early in order to reserve space in their preferred program. To contact an enrollment advisor or to request more information call us at 305-284-4000 or click below. CONNECT WITH US Waiver code expires April 25, 2020. Your application must be submitted before 11:59 p.m. EST on April 25. With waiver code, application fee is reduced to $50. Please note refunds/discounts cannot be issued once the application has been submitted. MAJORS   |  VISIT   |  BLOG