Spend Your Summer at Vanderbilt
Find the program that feels like you — and spend your summer growing, exploring, and having fun at Vanderbilt.
Curious, creative, and ready for a challenge?
Vanderbilt offers exciting summer programs for students from kindergarten through middle school, and high school precollege experiences – with both residential and day program formats available. Whether you’re exploring a brand new interest or digging deeper into a favorite subject, you’ll learn from inspiring instructors, experience our beautiful campus, and make new friends who love learning as much as you do.
Explore Vanderbilt Summer Programs
Designed and led by faculty and staff from Vanderbilt’s Peabody College of Education and Human Development, these summer programs challenge and inspire advanced learners in rising grades 1–12. Through academically rigorous courses and a selective application process, students dive deeply into subjects they love while discovering their potential among peers who love to learn. Residential and day formats are available.
- SAVY (Summer Academy at Vanderbilt for Youth) (Rising 1-6 grades, day programs)
- Career Connections at SAVY (Summer Academy at Vanderbilt for Youth)(Rising 7-8 grades, day programs)
- Vanderbilt Summer Academy (Rising 7-12 grades, residential)
- Vanderbilt Summer Institute (Rising 11-12 grades, residential)
- Vanderbilt Mentor Immersion (Rising 11-12 grades, virtual)
Vanderbilt collaborates with leading precollege organizations like Summer Discovery and Outset to offer rising 9-12 grade students an immersive, academically rich summer experience. Vanderbilt faculty and staff lead dynamic, hands-on courses on our Nashville campus, giving students a true taste of college life. Managed by Summer Discovery or Outset, students enjoy a supportive summer focused on learning, exploration, and growth.
Programs are delivered by leading educational organizations who bring their specialized curricula to Vanderbilt's campus.
Summer at Vanderbilt is a remarkable opportunity for students to stretch their thinking, pursue new passions, and experience the excitement of learning on a world-class campus. Our wide range of programs invites students of every age to be challenged, supported, and inspired. We look forward to welcoming you to Vanderbilt.
Residential Programs
Experience Precollege Life on Campus
Live, learn, and grow at Vanderbilt through one of our residential summer programs. There’s no better way to prepare for college than experiencing campus life firsthand. Students take on academically rigorous coursework while building essential skills like independence, responsibility, and time management.
Enjoy dorm living, form lasting friendships with peers from around the world, and gain confidence for the transition to college—all with the support of dedicated in a safe, engaging environment. A variety of residential options are available in all of our programs.
Music and Athletics programs will be announced February 2026.
- Blair School of Music
Chamber and orchestral training experience for precollege students led by the faculty of the Blair School of Music. - Vanderbilt Athletics Camps
Skills-focused day camps led by Vanderbilt coaches and staff, designed to develop athletic abilities and teamwork.
If you are interested in hosting a program on campus, contact vanderbilt.edu/conferences.