
On Wednesday, October 1, 2025, Harvard Summer School hosted a free virtual panel discussion featuring students and proctors from this past summer’s Pre-College Program and Secondary School Program.
Our panelists shared their favorite memories, offered advice, and answered questions from webinar attendees about what it is like to be a student in Harvard’s college programs for high school students.
Watch the Recording
Featured Speakers
- Mark Anthony Clausell, Student, 2025 Pre-College Program
- Alp Gökçen, Student, 2025 Online Secondary School Program
- Snehal Rawal, Proctor, Secondary School Program
- Mr. William Holinger, Director, Secondary School Program, Harvard Summer School
- Dr. Jacqueline Newcomb, Director, Pre-College Program, Harvard Summer School
Our Programs
7-Week, College-Credit Secondary School Program
Imagine studying at Harvard for seven weeks, immersed in the college experience by living on-campus or even at home, taking online courses, or commuting to campus. You’ll have the opportunity to earn college credit, explore one or two advanced topics from our 200+ courses, gain valuable life skills, and form lasting bonds.
4-Week College-Credit Secondary School Program
This residential program brings students from around the world to Harvard’s campus for 4 intensive weeks. You’ll have the opportunity to earn college credit, focus on one accelerated course, gain valuable life skills, and form connections with other academically motivated students.
2-Week, Non-Credit Pre-College Program
This residential two-week program combines rigorous college-level academics with a broad range of co-curricular activities. Thrive alongside peers from around the world in a dynamic and supportive environment in this two-week transformative experience.
Questions?
If you have questions about this event or about our programs, email us at Inquiry@Summer.Harvard.edu.
If you require disability-related accommodations to access this event, please contact Accessibility Services at Accessibility@Extension.Harvard.edu.