Summer On-Campus Programs
Engage. Explore. Immerse. Experience. Excel.
Every summer, Globe Trotts brings students onto top-tier campuses around the world for an unforgettable blend of academic learning, cultural immersion, and peer collaboration. Designed for high school through graduate students, our on-campus experiences fuse rigorous workshops with real campus life.
Each summer, Globe Trotts brings students aged 15–22 onto premier university campuses and tech institutes around the world for an immersive blend of academic excellence, hands-on workshops, and campus life. Whether you’re drawn to cutting-edge STEM labs or classical humanities seminars, our curated tracks deliver a world-class residential experience.
Program Highlights
- Duration: 2, 3, or 4 weeks
- Location: Rotating host campuses across North America, Europe, and Asia
- Fields of Study:
- STEM: Engineering design, Robotics labs, Environmental science fieldwork
- Computing & AI: Hackathons, AI prototyping, Data science case studies
- Business & Entrepreneurship: Startup pitch nights, Market research workshops
- Arts & Humanities: Documentary filmmaking, Creative writing seminars, Global policy debates
- Residential Life:
- Shared dorm rooms or homestays (age-dependent)
- Meal plans with on-campus dining options
- 24/7 residential staff and Globe Trotts program coordinators
- Academic & Career Support:
- College counseling sessions
- Resume and portfolio reviews
- Career panels featuring admissions officers and industry leaders
- Certification & Recognition:
- Certificate of Completion
- Digital badge for your LinkedIn profile
- Optional letter of recommendation from program faculty
Why Choose Our Summer On-Campus Academic Program?
- Authentic Campus Life: Live in dorms, dine in student halls, and attend lectures in historic lecture theatres.
- Campus Immersion: Live and learn where it happens—attend guest lectures, explore labs, and get a feel for university life.
- Skill & Confidence Building: Challenge yourself with higher-level projects, presentations, and team competitions in a supportive setting.
- Rigorous Academics: Daily small-group seminars led by university faculty and industry experts.
- Hands-On Workshops: Participate in daily, instructor-led sessions that reinforce both theory and practice.
- Interdisciplinary Options: Mix STEM, business, humanities, and creative tech—craft your own summer curriculum.
- Tech Institute Intensives: Specialized half-day sessions in coding, robotics, digital animation, and game design.
- Cultural & Social Events: Broaden your horizons to local landmarks through field trips, student-club clubs and events, and multicultural mixers.
- Global Peer Network / Community: Forge lasting connections and friendships with motivated peers from around the world.
Program Tracks & Sample Modules
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Track
Duration
Highlights
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STEM & Innovation
2–4 weeks
Lab rotations in engineering design, hands-on robotics challenges, environmental science fieldwork
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AI & Data Science
2–4 weeks
Workshops on machine learning pipelines, data visualization, AI ethics, capstone group project
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Business & Entrepreneurship
2–3 weeks
Startup incubator simulations, pitch-deck development, market research, leadership masterclasses
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Humanities & Social Sciences
2–4 weeks
Debates on global policy, creative writing workshops, art history seminars, archiving projects
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Creative Tech & Design
2–3 weeks
Game jam weekends, 3D modeling sprints, digital animation studios, UX/UI labs
Plus: “Fly-in” Tech Camps—morning intensive tech sessions (coding, game dev, robotics) modeled on leading institute tech-camp curricula, with afternoon campus integration.
Residential & Support Services
- Accommodation: Shared dormitories or supervised homestays; age-appropriate roommate matching.
- Meals: Campus meal plans featuring diverse, nutritious options.
- Pastoral Care: 24/7 on-site Globe Trotts staff, local community liaisons, and medical support.
- Orientation & Training: Pre-arrival webinars, campus tours, safety briefings, and intercultural workshops.
Academic & Career Enrichment
- College Prep Workshops: Application strategy sessions, essay reviews, and mock interviews.
- Portfolio & Resume Clinics: One-on-one feedback on projects, code samples, and creative portfolios.
- Career Panels: Conversations with admissions officers, startup founders, and research leaders.
- Digital Badges & Certificates: All participants earn a Certificate of Completion and shareable digital badges.
Key Dates & Deadlines
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Session Length
Apply By
Program Dates
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2 Weeks
April 1
June 15 – June 29
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3 Weeks
March 1
July 1 – July 21
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4 Weeks
February 1
July 5 – August 2
Exact campus locations rotate annually among top global universities and tech institutes; contact us for the current campus lineup.
Who Can Apply?
- Age Range: 15–22 (rising high school sophomores to graduate students)
- Academic Levels: High school (Grades 10–12), Undergraduates, and early Graduate students
- Academic Backgrounds: STEM, arts, business, social sciences, and more
- Prior Experience: No minimum—tracks are tiered by skill level
- Interests: No matter your major—science, technology, arts, business, or humanities—we have a track for you.
- Global Participants: Programs are open to students worldwide; English proficiency required.
How to Get Started
- Inquiry & Profile: Tell us your interests, academic level, and preferred session.
- Match & Offer: We’ll recommend the ideal campus track and send you an offer package.
- Enrollment & Prep: Receive pre-program reading, packing list, and orientation schedule.
- On-Campus Immersion: Learn, live, and explore—then return home with new skills, friends, and a certificate.
Make this summer your launchpad
Experience university life, master new disciplines, and connect with a global community under the Globe Trotts banner.