Summer College – On Location

Syracuse University

In-Person
North Hollywood, California, US
Paid
Need-based aid offered
10th
11th
12th
Local Only
For-credit college course
Visual Arts

About

Summer College – On Location offers high school students the opportunity to experience Syracuse University’s academic rigor in specialized hubs in Los Angeles and New York City. The program's mission is to provide an immersive, commuter-based college experience that bridges the gap between high school and higher education through credit-bearing courses. Students engage in industry-specific learning, such as visual storytelling at the SULA center or media immersion through the Newhouse School at the Fisher Center in NYC. By participating, students earn official Syracuse University credit, which provides a tangible head start on their undergraduate transcript. This unique structure allows students to explore career paths in professional settings while experiencing the lifestyle of a college student in a major metropolitan market. The program emphasizes hands-on projects and professional networking within these global industry hubs.

Application Requirements

Transcript
Essay
English Proficiency Exam

Timeline

  • Application Opening Date

    Dec 15, 2025

  • Priority and Scholarship Deadline

    Mar 1, 2026

  • Final Application Deadline

    May 15, 2026

  • Summer College – On Location: Los Angeles (Drawing & Storytelling: Visual Narratives in Los Angeles)

    Jul 6, 2026 – Jul 17, 2026

  • Summer College – On Location: NYC (Newhouse Summer Immersion in NYC)

    Jul 20, 2026 – Jul 24, 2026

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