Harvard Summer School

08/31/2026

One summer at Harvard. A future full of possibilities. ✨

After challenging themselves academically, building lifelong friendships, and learning alongside peers from around the world, our Harvard Summer School students are taking the next step in their educational journeys.

See the top five universities our students will be attending after Harvard Summer School—and celebrate what's next for this incredible community of learners.

08/29/2026

The Harvard Summer School experience goes far beyond the classroom. 🏀

Whether on the court, around campus, or at student events, every activity is an opportunity to stay active, meet new people, and build friendships with classmates from around the world.

Take a look at one of the many ways students found connection, community, and balance during their Harvard Summer School experience.

💬 What campus activity would you be most excited to join?

08/27/2026

Thinking about spending a summer at Harvard? Start with this advice. 🌟

Every Harvard Summer School experience is unique, but one thing stays the same: the students who get the most out of it are the ones who embrace every opportunity.

Former student Hanne Berli shares her advice for future students—from stepping outside your comfort zone and exploring new interests to building friendships with classmates from around the world.

➡️ Swipe through her tips, then read the full story: https://hubs.li/Q04vcPcV0

💬 What's the best advice you've ever received before starting a new adventure?

08/26/2026

What is it really like to spend a summer at Harvard?

The best answer comes from the students who lived it.

➡️ Swipe through to read some of our favorite Highlights of the Week reflections from the 2026 Harvard Summer School season. From academic breakthroughs and lifelong friendships to moments of personal growth, these stories capture what made this summer unforgettable.

💬 Which reflection resonates with you the most? Tell us in the comments.

08/26/2026

Congratulations to everyone who took part in this year’s program! We hope your summer in Greece was filled with meaningful learning, new perspectives, and memories and friendships that will last well beyond the session. 🇬🇷☀️

The Harvard Summer Program in Greece is the oldest continuously ope...

08/24/2026

What did a summer at Harvard look like after class? 🎲✨

Weekly social nights gave Harvard Summer School students a chance to play board games, meet new friends, and enjoy student life in Cambridge.

08/21/2026

Some of the best Harvard Summer School memories are made beyond the classroom. 🪩✨

The Harvard Summer School Pre-College Program Prom was more than a celebration—it was a chance for students to reflect on a summer of personal growth, new friendships, and unforgettable experiences.

💬 If you were there, what was your favorite memory from the summer?

08/18/2026

What does it look like to do hands-on science at Harvard? 🔬

Step inside Harvard Summer School's Introduction to Immunology with Laboratory Techniques and experience how students move beyond the textbook to develop practical laboratory skills, explore cutting-edge scientific concepts, and learn through real-world experimentation.

From the lab bench to breakthrough discoveries, this course gives students an opportunity to experience science in action.

See what hands-on learning at Harvard Summer School is all about.

08/17/2026

Talent, creativity, and confidence took center stage. 🌟

At the Harvard Summer School Secondary School Program Talent Show, students shared their passions, celebrated one another, and proved that some of the most memorable moments happen outside the classroom.

From music and dance to comedy and performance, the evening reflected the creativity, courage, and community that define the Harvard Summer School experience.

👏 Congratulations to every student who stepped into the spotlight—you made the night unforgettable!

08/10/2026

Looking for your next great read? Take a cue from Harvard. 📚

Whether you're looking for a few more beach reads, or getting inspired for fall, the team at Harvard's Widener Library has curated a collection of thought-provoking book recommendations spanning history, science, mystery, leadership, and more.

Discover your next favorite book—and start the next chapter of your learning journey.

📖 Explore the 2026 reading list:
https://hubs.li/Q04sk9ys0

💬 Which book is on your reading list this summer? Share your recommendations in the comments!