Summer AcademiesSummer Scholars ProgramSummer Session
AudienceU.S. and international students with English language fluency, ages 16-18U.S. high school students who are age 16 or above, with a minimum grade-point average of 3.0.Non-matriculating, high school seniors. Please note: Students must have an established GPA of 2.0 or higher to register. Rutgers first year and transfer students enrolled for the fall are not eligible to register for Summer Session.
College CreditsCredit options are available for some academiesyesyes
In-Person / OnlineResidential and CommuterIn-Person and OnlineIn-person, online and hybrid
Program DatesWeeklong academies take place in July-AugustLate May-August; dates vary depending on course selectionLate May-August; dates vary depending on course selection
Application AvailableEarly JanuaryMid-FebruaryMid-February
Application DeadlineU.S Students: Early May
International Students: Mid-April
Early JuneLate May
How to ApplyAll applicants must submit an online application, letter of recommendation, transcript, and essay.All applicants must submit an online application, transcript, and letter of recommendation. There may be additional requirements for some students.Visit the Summer Session website to learn more about registering for Summer Session.
 The application will be released in early 2025.The application will be released in early 2025.