For students currently in grades 9–12
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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

Two-Week Summer Programs for High School & Middle School Students

We know summers can fill up quickly with plans, so here we’ve curated a selection of our shorter Putney programs, each lasting two weeks or less. Whether your interests lie in cultural immersion, career exploration, outdoor adventures, or community service, these short-duration summer programs offer an ideal blend of education and adventure, encouraging meaningful connections and lifelong learning.

Enroll in two programs & save $1,000!

$800 tuition discount + no application fee

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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