Orchard Park High School

When it comes to exceptional summers, ACA delivers unforgettable locations and comfortable accommodations, unmatched course and activity options, and unbeatable personalized attention from outstanding staff and professional instructors.

The Academy of Media Production (AMP) is a four-week program that gives high school students a complete media productions experience.  Offered through the College of Communication at Boston University.

Access BSC is a summer transition to college program for high school students with learning differences.  Students will learn: Self-advocacy skills, Obtaining disability accommodations in college, Time management and note taking skills, and Utilizing Assistive Technologies.  

Adelphi University’s Pre-College program is an exciting way for you to gain an unforgettable college experience while still in high school. Through our college credit-bearing programs, you can test academic subject areas and substantially strengthen your skills while being part of a challenging University-based learning community.

The Albright-Knox Teens program is a dynamic mentoring program serving teens from across WNY. Designed to mentor young adults seeking to pursue careers in creativity and the arts, AK Teens provides a platform for young artists to exhibit their work, and to prepare portfolios, which are vital for admission to college arts programs.

Alfred University welcomes pre-high school students to campus each summer to take part in many exciting programs covering the following subjects:  Equestrian, Theater, Swimming, Engineering, Astronomy, Art Portfolio Prep, Chemistry, Computer and Creative Writing.

The Barnard College Summer in New York City program offers young men and women a unique opportunity to sample pre-college courses at one of the nation's premiere colleges while exploring New York City both in and out of the classroom.

PROMYS is a six-week summer program at Boston University designed to encourage motivated high school students to explore the creative world of mathematics in a supportive community of peers, counselors, research mathematicians, and visiting scientists.

Boston University offers a variety of summer programs for high school students including the High School Honors Program, Research Internship in Science & Engineering Program, Summer Challenge Program, and Summer Preview Program.

Talented students from around the world choose Brown University Pre-College Programs to prepare for success, and experience the challenge of college-level academics. 

HS students should plan to do something productive over the summer, whether it is employment, volunteer work, pre-college programs, or participation in specialized camps in sports, arts, or sciences. The Buffalo News compiles a directory of local programs.

Camp Cardiac, run by medical students in over 30 cities nationwide (including Buffalo), is a 1-week summer day camps open to high school students interested in exploring careers in medicine.

Camp Neuro, run by medical students in over 30 cities nationwide (including Buffalo), is a 1-week summer day camps open to high school students interested in exploring careers in medicine.

This summer, Canisius invites you to join other highly-motivated students from high schools across Western New York to develop your intellectual curiosity while earning advanced college credit.

Carleton College offers unique learning opportunities designed to fit the interests of high school students from across the country.  Programs include the Summer Writing Program, Carleton Liberal Arts Experience, and Carleton Summer Science Institute.

Carnegie Mellon University offers many distinct programs.  Explore architecture, art, design, drama, music, or the National High SchoolGame Academy.

Today, the other side of the planet is just a click away. But nothing can replace the sights, sounds, scents, and energy of a live, personal experience. Now’s the time to go out into the world, and seize the opportunity to learn everything possible. With CIEE Study Abroad, you can. 

CIP offers 2 Weeks of College Experience for Teens 16-19 with Aspergers, High-Functioning Autism, ADHD & other Learning Differences.  Get a taste of independence while residing on a highly-rated college campus. College is not all about academics; it’s about fostering connections, learning the necessary skills to succeed and having fun while doing it!

The Clarkson School, a division of Clarkson University, will once again offer the Young Scholars Program is for motivated and talented students who will be high school sophomores, juniors, seniors or first year college students in fall. Consistent with Clarkson's overall focus on interdisciplinary education, you will be given a problem to examine and solve from multiple perspectives including technical feasibility, the implications of health care and larger social implications. Students will work with faculty from a number of disciplines including engineering, business, applied math and education.

Clemson University’s summer program offers challenging courses and plenty of opportunities for fun, friendship, and a Clemson experience.

Sharpen your artistic skills. Experiment with new media. Build your portfolio. And focus on your art at the Cleveland Institute of Art's Pre-College Program.

Students can study in Barcelona, New York City, or the Middle East through Columbia University’s pre-college programs.

Students can attend Cornell University Summer College for three or six weeks, earn an average of three to six credits, and concentrate on college courses and careers in fourteen different subject areas.

This is an introductory based IT camp but with a competitive edge, which means participants do not need to be well-versed in IT but having some knowledge will work to your advantage. This camp will be hands-on and includes a free t-shirt and swag bag for each participant.  Snacks and drinks will also be provided.