Syracuse University
About
The Build Your Future with Generative AI Summer Institute is a transformative one-week program designed to merge creativity with advanced technology, allowing high school students to explore the mechanics and applications of artificial intelligence. Its mission is to prepare talented students for future college-level AI research and careers by teaching the foundational principles of machine learning and neural networks. Throughout the course, participants engage in hands-on workshops and team-based projects to create original digital content, including websites, computer programs, and music using generative models like GPT-3. Beyond technical skill-building, the program emphasizes the ethical, social, and cultural implications of AI, focusing on transparency and bias reduction. Students benefit from the mentorship of award-winning faculty and the opportunity to collaborate with peers in a professional academic setting.
Application Requirements
Timeline
Scholarship/Priority Deadline
Mar 1, 2026
Final Deadline
May 15, 2026
2-Week Session I
Jul 5, 2026 – Jul 17, 2026
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