Penn SAS High School Programs

09/11/2026

What happens when ambitious high school students get the chance to explore their passions at Penn? The results can be life-changing.

From experimental physics and forensic science to East Asian history and environmental policy, Penn SAS High School Academies give students the opportunity to immerse themselves in college-level learning, engage with world-class faculty, and discover new academic pathways.

Read how Penn’s summer academies are inspiring the next generation of scholars and leaders.

Summer academies at Penn offer high school students the chance to immerse themselves in niche subject areas. For some, the experience can be life changing.

09/01/2026

Just one week into the fall semester, and our Young Scholars are already diving into the Penn classroom experience! 🍂📖

As part of Penn SAS High School Programs, these ambitious high school juniors are taking undergraduate courses, earning college credit, and challenging themselves academically in a university setting.

We're excited to follow their journey this semester. You've got this, Young Scholars! 💙❤️

08/26/2026

☀️ As we start a new semester, we're looking back on some of the unforgettable moments from this summer's Penn SAS High School Programs.

From the Microbiology and Infectious Diseases Academy to the Experimental Physics Research Academy and the Chemistry Research Academy, students showcased their hard work, curiosity, and discoveries during a culminating poster session that highlighted weeks of hands-on research and collaboration.

We're proud of all our students who spent their summer exploring big questions, conducting original research, and sharing their findings with confidence. Here's to another season of learning, discovery, and inspiration! 📚

08/14/2026

New this summer, our team expanded to include Penn SAS Middle School Programs and launched the Future Scientists: Biology Edition program for 7th- and 8th-grade students.🔬

At the end of both sessions of this one-week, on-campus program, the future scientists presented a review of their week, working with DNA extraction, PCR, gel electrophoresis, bacterial transformation, light microscopy, ELISA, and sterile cell culture, while looking professional in their new lab coats. 👨‍🔬

Between exploring Penn's laboratories and conducting hands-on molecular biology experiments, these learners gained confidence and deepened their curiosity in biology! 🧬

07/30/2026

This summer, students across our 📊 Economics Academy, ➗ Mathematics Academy, 🤖 Writing and Research in the Age of AI Academy, 🧬 Biomedical Research Academy, and 🌎 Environmental Policy Academy explored complex challenges from multiple perspectives.

From modeling economic trends and tackling mathematical problems to examining the role of AI in research, investigating biomedical questions, and proposing environmental policy solutions, these students are building the knowledge and skills needed to lead in a rapidly changing world.

We can’t wait to see where their curiosity takes them next!

07/28/2026

🔬🧠🧫 A day in the life of a researcher.

Students in the Experimental Physics Research Academy are gaining hands-on experience with laboratory techniques, investigating scientific questions, and analyzing real-world data.

Students in the Microbiology and Infectious Diseases Academy are putting their knowledge into practice by developing and presenting capstone projects that explore some of today’s most important health and biological challenges.

Students in the Neuroscience Research Academy are investigating how nervous systems work through electrophysiology labs with crickets, collecting and analyzing data to better understand neural activity.

We’re proud to see these young researchers building skills, confidence, and a deeper understanding of the scientific process every step of the way.

07/13/2026

With an ice cream social last night and walks to class this morning, our Academy learners are here and ready to meet new people, tackle new topics, and explore Philadelphia!

07/12/2026

🚀 Tomorrow’s the day!

Now that they have completed their orientation, the Penn SAS Summer Academies officially kick off, and we can’t wait to see what this summer has in store for our learners.

💡 New discoveries.
🔬 New challenges.
🤝 New friendships.
📚 New opportunities.

This summer’s students are just getting started on creating their own stories. A few weeks from now, what will your quote be?

Drop your summer goals in the comments and get ready for an unforgettable first day. ⬇️

06/30/2026

🎉 Welcome to Penn! 🎉

We’re so excited to have our Pre-College Residential Program participants joining us on campus this summer 🏫✨ Get ready for an unforgettable experience of learning, exploring, and making new connections!

As you find your way around, keep an eye out for Penn SAS High School Programs flags and signs to help guide you every step of the way 👀🚩

Let the adventure begin. We’re so glad you’re here! 💙❤️

06/17/2026

Student Spotlight ⚡🔬

“I feel like I got a great idea of what being a physicist would actually be like… I loved it so much it basically cemented my decision to major in Physics when I go to college.”

From hands-on experiments to real insight into the scientific community, our Experimental Physics Research Academy helps students turn curiosity into clarity ✨