Tufts Pre-College Programs

04/09/2026

Meet Michaela O from Tufts Summer Accelerator! Read more about her experience exploring the Boston food scene in her blog: https://hubs.la/Q049fzRs0

04/08/2026

Looking for engineering or computer science summer programs for high school students at Tufts University?

Tufts Pre-College Programs offers a range of summer opportunities designed to help students explore potential academic and career paths while building real-world skills. Program options include:
- Coding for Gaming
- Engineering of Music
- Engineering Design Lab
- Engineering Investigations
- Engineering with AI

Each program is designed to support students in gaining hands-on experience, strengthening problem-solving skills, and building confidence in STEM—while balancing their other priorities.

Applications close May 1, 2026. Learn more and get started on our website: https://hubs.la/Q049HWPf0

04/02/2026

Meet Nathalie N from Leadership for Social Change!

"Hello my name is Nathalie Nova. I live in New York City just a few hours away from Boston. I was in the program called Leadership for Social Change which consisted of learning various leadership skills that will increase my abilities to make social change come to life. My experience was wonderful in all the positive aspects. I learned so many new things physically and mentally. A takeaway from the program that I resonate with the most is to do what you love despite anything else around you. Follow your dreams and get out of your comfort zone, so that you’re able to try new things! This has helped me so much and has increased my confidence drastically."

Summer 2026 applications are currently open! Learn more and apply for Leadership for Social Change: https://hubs.la/Q0496XDg0

03/26/2026

"This program not only deepened my passion for healthcare but also expanded the way I see my future and all the different paths and opportunities it could take."

Read our latest blog where Nathan N shares about his experiences at Mini Med School! https://hubs.la/Q048tQCM0

03/19/2026

Meet Bea E from Mini Med School!

"Coming all the way from NYC, Boston was a breeze of fresh (and cooler) air. The Mini-Med School program taught me a lot of incredible skills, like suturing and CPR. There were also a lot of activities outside of the classes themselves which helped me bond with my peers. I especially loved seeing Boston and going to MFA Boston!"

Learn more about Mini Med School: https://hubs.la/Q047d1kB0

03/12/2026

For Ramona, it was easy to choose which Tufts Pre-College Program was right for her. Why?

"Because I’ve run my own online business selling vintage clothing and toys for several years now. I reasoned that the session would help bring my fledgling business to the next level. And I believe what I’ve learned will do just that."

Read more about how Ramona HS discovered the lessons from Marketing Essentials aligns to her online business: https://hubs.la/Q046l5xw0

03/05/2026

Meet Iñigo T from Entrepreneurship & Innovation Bootcamp!

"Hi! I’m Iñigo, and I came to Tufts from Philippines to join the Entrepreneurship program. This experience gave me the chance to build ideas, connect with inspiring people, and grow as an entrepreneur."

Learn more about Entrepreneurship & Innovation Bootcamp: https://hubs.la/Q045p0V50

02/26/2026

What does artificial intelligence have to do with social change?

In our latest blog, Jake B shares how machine learning and AI were explored through a social impact lens during his time at Leadership for Social Change—considering not just how these technologies work, but how they shape data bias and decision-making. Read about his Tufts Pre-College experience: https://hubs.la/Q044qd5p0

02/19/2026

Meet Tatiana S from Mini Med School!

"Hi! My name is Tatiana Santiago, I’m from Puerto Rico, and I had the chance to be part of the Tufts Mini-Med program this summer. I had so much fun, met amazing people, and got to see what life in medicine is really like. I’m leaving with a better understanding of how challenging the medical path can be, but also how worth it it truly is."

Summer 2026 applications are currently open! Learn more and apply for Mini Med School: https://hubs.la/Q043lDrD0

02/12/2026

Ever wonder how real-world clinical experiences can transform curiosity?

Discover how Tufts Mini Med School helped transform Amaya H's early interest in healthcare into a deeper passion through hands-on learning, collaboration, and exposure to real medical environments.

Read her blog and see how real-life experience can spark a long-term passion: https://hubs.la/Q042JsYd0

02/06/2026

College is a big step—and the right preparation can make all the difference.

College Prep 101 for Neurodivergent Students is a program designed for neurodivergent students to build academic readiness, self-advocacy skills, and social connection—all while gaining real campus experience.

Learn more: https://hubs.la/Q0421VYR0

Tufts University

College Prep 101 for Neurodivergent Students is a new Tufts pre-college program designed for high schoolers and their families, which aims to help students understand college-level expectations and navigate academic and campus life with confidence

02/05/2026

What does it feel like for a high school student artist to step into a creative space where independence is part of the curriculum?

For many young creatives, learning how to manage their own time and follow their artistic instincts is one of the biggest lessons of a pre-college art program. At Tufts SMFA Studio Art, students are making art, but they're also learning how to think, explore, and create on their own terms.

In "Learning How to Work Independently in SMFA Studio Art," Ava B reflects on how freedom in the studio helped her grow both as an artist and as an individual. Read about her experience: https://hubs.la/Q041DRV_0