Brown University Pre-College Programs

Countdown to : Travel FAQ

Swipe through for answers to the following commonly asked questions:

Is transportation available from the Boston or Providence airports?
How far is the Providence train station from campus?
As a parent/guardian, do I need to travel with my student?
What should I consider when packing for travel?
Can students leave campus?
Can students have a car on campus?

Countdown to : Fall in love with Providence! ⚓

Check out some of our favorite places in walkable PVD:

parks 🌳
WaterFire 🔥
outdoor markets 🛍️
amazing food 🍽️
museums 🖼️
trails 🚶
historic neighborhoods 🏛️

We can’t wait to welcome you to Providence's vibrant community!

FYI: Check out the recent New York Times article about spending 36 hours in Providence.

The countdown to Brown Pre-College 2026 is on! This webinar recording provides a general road map of what to expect in terms of communication, checking in, student Orientation, resources, dining, travel and more! Our most commonly asked questions from incoming students are all answered in this session.

Watch here: https://hubs.la/Q04jQgdN0

Please note: This information is accurate for students enrolled in our on-campus Summer@Brown and Leadership Institute programs. While much of the information is relevant to other on-campus programs, students enrolled in STEM for Rising 9th and 10th Graders, BEE, BELL and online courses should refer to their Enrolled Student Information Pages for the most accurate program-specific details.

Preparing for Brown Pre-College 2026 (Summer@Brown On Campus, Leadership Institute On Campus) The countdown to Brown Pre-College 2026 is on! This information ses...

Countdown to : Events FAQ

Swipe through for answers to the following commonly asked questions:

🕺 What types of activities are offered?
📅 When can we see and register for events?
🏖️ What are examples of off-campus excursions?
📚 What do we do before and after class?
🎇 Will there be events held on the 4th of July?

📩 What to Expect in Your Inbox for Brown Pre-College 2026 📩

🔜 2 weeks before check-in: In-person students get arrival & check-in details.
⏳ 1 week before your online class: Online students receive course orientation instructions.
🏠 Night of check-in: On-campus students and parent(s)/guardian(s) get a full resource recap.
👋 Last Wednesday on campus: Check out instructions land in everyone’s inbox.

And don't forget — your Enrolled Student Information Page is your go-to hub for all information including packing lists, check-in details, policies and more!

Tip! Check your email daily to make sure you don't miss important information.

🎓 Hats off to graduation season! 🎓

Congratulations to all Brown Pre-College alumni graduating from high school or college! What truly defines the Brown Pre-College experience is your relentless curiosity, drive for excellence and unwavering support for each other. Thank you for letting us be a part of your journey — we are cheering you on for whatever comes next!

Stay connected with us! Follow the Brown Pre-College LinkedIn page to read updates from Brown and network with other Brown Pre-College alumni.



📸 Nick Dentamaro