Summer Pre-College at the Charles River Campus of UMass Amherst
Experience the academic quality of the UMass Amherst Pre-College program in the greater Boston area. Our pre-college programs at the Charles River Campus invite high school students to experience college-level classes and campus life, including our award-winning UMass dining, all from the convenient location of Newton, MA.
Residential and Commuter Options
Residential pre-college students live in conveniently located dorms on the beautiful, tree-lined campus minutes from the city of Boston. Of course, it takes a little help to adjust to life on a college campus, so we have great live-in program assistants who are specially trained to help you get used to a new environment. We have lots of fun events in the evenings and on weekends that help you connect with other pre-college students.
Local students can take advantage of the commuter option, while still enjoying UMass Amherst's outstanding dining services, as well as free parking, rec center access, and co-curriculars.
This two-week course reviews and strengthens the foundational calculus skills needed for success in college-level calculus, while introducing advanced mathematical concepts and computational tools. Each class combines lectures, collaborative problem-solving, and hands-on activities.
July 12 - 25, 2026
This academically rigorous two-week Psychology program is designed to immerse high school students in the science of happiness and emotional health.
June 28 - July 11, 2026
The UMass Amherst Summer Design Academy provides an opportunity for high school students interested in architecture, landscape architecture, urban or interior design to learn more about these professions and experience the kinds of activities that take place in a university design program.
Residential @ UMass Amherst: June 28 - July 18, 2026
Residential @ Charles River Campus: June 28 - July 18, 2026
Online: July 13 - 31, 2026
This two-week summer program introduces high school students to the field of public health and how science, communication, and community action come together to address real-world health challenges.
June 28 - July 11, 2026
This two-week program for high school students allows you to work with UMass faculty and learn about the profession of veterinary technician.
July 12 - 25, 2026