High School Summer Psychology Program

Discover a career in psychology.

At the NSLC on Psychology & Neuroscience, you’ll dive into the science of the mind as you compare brain scans, examine cranial anatomy, and learn to diagnose and treat psychological disorders.

I made so many friends and I learned so much about psychology and neuroscience. The big takeaway though was throwing myself out there and doing something new.

Andy, Connecticut

Guest Speakers

Gain expert insights.

Interact with guest speakers from a variety of backgrounds that bring practical knowledge and real-world experiences to the Psychology & Neuroscience program.

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Trips & Tours

Go beyond the classroom.

Gain a new perspective on psychology through field trips that uncover how the industry works behind the scenes. A mix of educational and sightseeing tours allow you to explore the city surrounding the university.

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American University Trips & Tours

Trips and tours may include:

  • Uniformed Services Medical School
  • American Psychological Association
  • American Psychiatric Association
  • Food and Drug Administration
  • Capitol Hill & the Smithsonian
  • Historic D.C. Monuments at Night
  • Baltimore Harbor

Duke University Trips & Tours

Trips and tours may include:

  • Duke Human Simulation & Patient Safety Center
  • UNC Clinical Skills & Patient Simulation Center
  • Central Regional Hospital
  • North Carolina Museum of Natural Science
  • Franklin Street

University of California, Berkeley Trips & Tours

Trips and tours may include:

  • Gladstone Institutes
  • UC Berkeley Clinical Psychology Department
  • Exploratorium
  • Pier 39 and Fisherman’s Wharf

University of Michigan Trips & Tours

Trips and tours may include:

  • University of Michigan Department of Psychology Lab Tours and Presentations
  • University of Michigan Medical School Department of Neurology
  • Weinberg Institute for Cognitive Science
  • Detroit Riverboat Cruise
  • Museum of Science
  • Detroit Institute of Art
  • Downtown Birmingham

Leadership
is in our name.

Each NSLC program contains a leadership curriculum designed to teach skills that can apply to all areas of life. Workshops on personality styles, communication and listening, resilience, and empathy set the foundation for a successful future, no matter where it may lead.

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Life on a College Campus

Dates, Locations, & Tuition

NSLC provides an immersive pre-college experience that prepares students for life beyond high school, allowing them to study in university classrooms, learn to navigate a campus, and experience living with roommates. All students are required to reside in supervised campus dormitories and will be provided meals through campus dining services.

What does my tuition include?

American University

Washington, DC

$4,295 Residential

Summer 2025

Jun 12 - Jun 20

Jun 24 - Jul 2

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American University Trips & Tours

Trips and tours may include:

  • Uniformed Services Medical School
  • American Psychological Association
  • American Psychiatric Association
  • Food and Drug Administration
  • Capitol Hill & the Smithsonian
  • Historic D.C. Monuments at Night
  • Baltimore Harbor
Duke University**

Durham, NC

$4,295 Residential

Summer 2025

Jun 12 - Jun 20

Jun 24 - Jul 2

Jul 6 - Jul 14

Jul 18 - Jul 26

Trips & Tours Sample Schedule

Duke University Trips & Tours

Trips and tours may include:

  • Duke Human Simulation & Patient Safety Center
  • UNC Clinical Skills & Patient Simulation Center
  • Central Regional Hospital
  • North Carolina Museum of Natural Science
  • Franklin Street
University of California, Berkeley

San Francisco, CA

$4,295 Residential

Summer 2025

Jun 13 - Jun 21

Jun 25 - Jul 3

Jul 7 - Jul 15

Jul 19 - Jul 27

Trips & Tours Sample Schedule

University of California, Berkeley Trips & Tours

Trips and tours may include:

  • Gladstone Institutes
  • UC Berkeley Clinical Psychology Department
  • Exploratorium
  • Pier 39 and Fisherman’s Wharf
University of Michigan

Ann Arbor, MI

$4,295 Residential

Summer 2025

Jun 16 - Jun 24

Jun 29 - Jul 7

Jul 12 - Jul 20

Jul 25 - Aug 2

Trips & Tours Sample Schedule

University of Michigan Trips & Tours

Trips and tours may include:

  • University of Michigan Department of Psychology Lab Tours and Presentations
  • University of Michigan Medical School Department of Neurology
  • Weinberg Institute for Cognitive Science
  • Detroit Riverboat Cruise
  • Museum of Science
  • Detroit Institute of Art
  • Downtown Birmingham

** The NSLC is not sponsored by Duke University.

Tuition Resources

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Pay over time.

Flexible plans allow you to pay monthly – until 30 days before your program – at no additional fee.
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Protect your tuition.

Affordable trip insurance protects your investment in case of emergency.
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Apply for a scholarship.

NSLC awards more than $500,000 in scholarships each year.
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Earn College Credit

NSLC has partnered with American University to offer an online college credit opportunity for students across all our programs and locations. AU’s faculty-taught courses are completed at home outside the dates of your program and tailored to complement your area of study.

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