Explore Advanced STEM Courses with a Pre-College Program at CU Boulder

Level up your summer experience with Summer Discovery’s pre-college tuition-based program at CU Boulder
In this pre-college program, students explore a variety of STEM topics at the University of Colorado Boulder, providing the opportunity to experience college life in a vibrant small town with a big city atmosphere.
By studying at CU Boulder, Colorado’s flagship university, you’ll learn from expert instructors who are dedicated to your personal and academic growth. Our enriching courses cover broad and engaging topics in robotics, neuroscience, biotech, and more—providing rewarding, challenging, and hands-on learning opportunities to advance your studies and give your college application a competitive edge.
Discover Your Potential through Enriching Academic Programs
You can pursue your interests by exploring specialized courses across a wide range of fields at CU Boulder, where you can:
- Connect with industry-leading instructors
- Connect with industry-leading instructors Gain an in-depth education with real-world insights
- Explore subjects in engineering, biotechnology, neuroscience, game design, and more, with an opportunity for research experience
- Develop impressive skills to kick start your college education
- Tuition for this program includes all lodging, meals, activities, trips, academic instruction, certificate of completion, entertainment, supervision, and more

Experience a Fun Summer Adventure in the Perfect College Town for Big City Lovers
Explore all that Boulder has to offer, including the breathtaking views of the Rocky Mountains. With your newfound friends, you can take part in fun indoor and outdoor activities, like:
- Visiting local restaurants, coffee houses, ice cream shops, and clothing stores
- Enjoying the outdoor pool, climbing wall, tennis courts, and student recreation center on campus
- Exploring Colorado’s majestic scenery through various program-organized hikes
- Riding roller coasters at Elitch Gardens Theme and Water Park
- Experiencing a live music concert at the Fox Theater or Red Rocks Amphitheater
- Experiencing a live music concert at the Fox Theater or Red Rocks Amphitheater Touring Downtown Denver and visiting the Denver Zoo or Downtown Aquarium
Explore Summer Discovery’s Full Range of Unique Campus Experiences
Our college prep programs are offered in multiple locations, allowing you to discover your potential and increase your personal and academic growth at top-tier universities across the United States, including:
- University of Texas Austin
- Georgetown University
- University of Michigan
- UC Santa Barbara
- NYU (New York University)

Through tuition-based learning, you can prepare for college at one of America’s most recognized universities, where you can develop impressive academic and life skills under the guidance of our supportive staff and instructors.