Discover What Your Summer Can Be
Ready to unlock your potential and explore college-level courses that spark your curiosity at Tulane Pre-College Programs? Whether you’re passionate about architecture, STEM, social justice, or eager to discover new interests, you’ll learn from world-class instructors at a top-ranked university in New Orleans. This isn’t just summer school – it’s a chance to challenge yourself, meet like-minded people, and get a real taste of college life.
10/10 loved it and wouldn’t trade it for anything. I had two of the most knowledgeable professors who displayed the information in such a cool way. The glass sand and sediment subsidence intrigued me so much, and everything was done so well. We went on field trips including 2 nature preserves, the Mississippi River levees, and a glass sand green house. Incredibly beneficial for the class. We also did projects on different issues that tested our time management and public speaking skills. We also had 2 exams that gave us a window into the genuine college experience of tests. Last of all, the small class size plus the incredible professors made the course so personal. We got to know things about everyone and became a great family.
I had the best week! The classes were very organized and filled with fun activities that related to our topics.
Getting to become friends with many people in a short amount of time while taking classes with other students is truly and amazing experience, it was a step out of my comfort zone, but I’m grateful for the experience! Without it I would’ve not been able to become friends with many others from many places and have connections with staff and others!
Watch to learn more about a day in the life of a Tulane Pre-College student!
Life On Campus
Your academic journey is just the beginning. As a residential student, you’ll get an authentic experience of college life by living in an undergraduate residence hall and immersing yourself in everything Tulane has to offer. Picture yourself:
- Dining in The Commons
- Relaxing with friends on campus quads
- Studying in Howard-Tilton Memorial Library
- Exercising in the Reily
- Student Recreation Center
- Exploring New Orleans
- And more
Enrichment Courses
Enrichment courses for high school students of all ages allow you to explore subjects without exams or grades.
Past enrichment courses include:
- Biomedical Engineering: Muscles, Bones and Biomechanics
- Women’s Advocacy
- Introduction to Medicine: Thinking Like a Doctor
- Galactic Politics: Science Fiction and the Politics of Today
Credit-Bearing Courses
Credit-bearing courses are for rising juniors and seniors seeking a challenging experience for college credit.
In recent summers, students explored courses such as:
- ARCH 1901: Architectural Futures: Designing with Artificial Intelligence
- CELL 1070: Genomic Insights: Exploring DNA, Proteins, and Traits in the Lab
- ENGP 1005: Introduction to Robotics
- PHYS 1015: Materials Science and Engineering
Applications Are Open!
Deadlines & Schedule
12.5.25
Applications Open
2.27.26
Priority Deadline + International Student Deadline
4.3.26
Regular Deadline
4.24.26
Extended Deadline
5.15.26
Payment Deadline
What’s Required
Enrichment Courses
- Recent report card
- Essay explaining your interest in your selected courses
Credit-Bearing Courses
- High school transcript
- Essay explaining your interest in your selected courses
- Teacher recommendation
International Students: Additional Requirements
- TOEFL, IELTS, or Duolingo English Test scores for nonnative English speakers
- Scanned copy of your passport
Apply to Tulane Pre-College Programs for Summer 2026!
The Summer 2026 application is now open! Join us to explore your academic passions, meet life-long friends, and experience life at one of the nation’s top universities in the heart of New Orleans.