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Every summer holds potential — not just for rest and fun, but for growth, discovery, and direction. At Evolved Education Company, our Summer by Design approach helps families turn those few precious months into stepping stones for academic enrichment, personal development, and college readiness.
Whether your child is a curious sixth grader, a motivated high schooler, or a soon-to-be applicant, a thoughtfully chosen pre-college summer experience can strengthen confidence, spark new passions, and stand out on a college application.
Why Summer Programs Matter
Beyond GPA and test scores, colleges seek students who do something meaningful with their time. According to data from the Common Data Set, extracurricular engagement ranks as “Important” or “Very Important” for 88% of top universities, right alongside GPA and essays.
That means your student’s summer choices are more than a break; they’re an investment in identity, leadership, and purpose. Programs that combine academic challenge, community connection, and creative exploration can help shape both character and college applications.
Our Three-Step Approach: “Summer by Design”
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We Understand What You Need
We gather ALL the necessary questions to understand your child, your family, and their best-fit programs right now, and to get them ready for what is next. -
We Source Your Best-Fit Programs.
Students receive a curated list of six best-fit programs that best align with your child and family’s wish list. -
We Discuss The Plan.
Students and parents meet with us to ensure they are ready for what is next.
Featured Summer Programs to Get Excited About
STEM
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MITES Summer (MIT): Free residential program in science and engineering for underrepresented students.
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Stanford Pre-Collegiate Studies: Rigorous academic exploration for curious minds.
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NASA Space Camp (Huntsville, AL): Hands-on astronaut training, robotics, and teamwork.
Business and Entrepreneurship
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Wharton Global Youth Program (UPenn): Immersive business education and leadership training.
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Barnard Athena Summer Innovation Institute: Empowering young women to lead and launch ideas.
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Michigan Ross Summer Business Academy: Real-world problem-solving for future innovators.
Arts and Creativity
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RISD Pre-College Program: A deep dive into studio art and design.
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Juilliard Summer Intensives: For emerging performers ready to hone their craft.
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Pratt Institute Pre-College: Create portfolio-ready projects and earn college credit.
Service and Global Citizenship
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Global Leadership Adventures: International service learning and cross-cultural immersion.
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Amigos de las Américas: Hands-on community work in Latin America.
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Rustic Pathways: Adventure and volunteer programs around the world.
The Evolved Edge
Our Summer by Design service curates a personalized list of programs tailored to your student’s goals, strengths, and family preferences. From paid internships to research programs, from travel abroad to community service at home — we design each plan to be both enriching and strategic.
You can also access our Resume and Application services to help your student craft compelling materials that showcase their experience and ambition.
Ready to Start?
Explore your child’s summer story with us:
Plan – Begin your personalized program list.
Resume – Build a professional student resume.
Application – Get essay and application support.
Contact Sarah Bergin, at sarah@evolveded.com or visit Evolved Education Company to learn more.
This summer, let’s design a path that inspires, prepares, and evolves your student, one experience at a time.