For students currently in grades 9–12
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Travel programs with the Smithsonian Institution for grades 8–12

Challenge yourself academically at the world's most prestigious universities

Non-profit organization offering student travel scholarships

High school youth summit focused on public health, climate change, and equity

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Campus-based climate change program for grades 9–12

Going Beyond Since 1951

Summer Is Just the Beginning

Transformative summer programs for high school & middle school students

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Exploration

Adventure Travel & Cultural Immersion

Trek off the beaten path to immerse yourself in the landscapes and cultures of a place, make connections, and gain new perspectives.

Service

Community Engagement & Global Awareness

Collaborate on projects, connect meaningfully with people of different cultures, and deepen your understanding of issues affecting our world.

Career

Hands-On Experiences to Inspire Your Future

Travel to where your interests come alive and work alongside experts and practicing professionals in a variety of fields

Language

Active Immersion in Language & Culture

Immerse yourself in a language abroad and accelerate the pace of learning through real-world use of your French, Mandarin, or Spanish skills.

Pre-College

Learning Beyond the Classroom

Prepare for college as you explore your interests through field-based seminars, meetings with experts, and excursions that delve into a local culture.

Oxford Academia

Academic Summer Programs

Challenge yourself academically at the world's most prestigious universities—at Oxford, American University of Paris, & Yale University.

Why Choose Putney?

Go Beyond the Ordinary

Give the Gift of Educational Travel to a Student in Your Life

"A Global Experience With Decades of History"

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Featured 2025 Programs

Eligible for 8th grade*
*These programs are typically for students in grades 9–12, however motivated rising 9th graders will be considered

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