10 Good Reasons for Attending Washington University This Summer:
- Experience the independence of college life the summer after your junior year in high school.
- Earn transferable full college credit.
- Take courses not offered in high school.
- Get a head start on exploring your options for a college major and a career.
- Study alongside college students in small classes when the pace is less hectic than in the regular year, and the environment is especially supportive.
- Learn first-hand about college in all its dimensions, from residential life to library research. Gain invaluable experience in managing time, choosing courses, and talking with professors.
- Live with other high school students from across the country and around the world. Make lasting friendships and learn about other cultures.
- Take advantage of the unique Washington University experience: the excitement of a world-class research institution, with faculty who are leaders in their fields, plus the encouragement of teachers committed to teaching well.
- Enjoy the cultural and social opportunities of the city and the campus: concerts, sports, ethnic cuisines, film, theatre, art, dance, the riverfront, and more.
- Gain knowledge that will help you choose the college you want next year.
We hope you will read on and discover the rich opportunities offered by the High School Summer Scholars Program. And then we look forward to seeing you in St. Louis this summer!

