Smith Precollege Programs are residential summer programs held on Smith College's campus in Northampton, Massachusetts. Smith is a women's college; the precollege programs offer a Smith experience to high school students in grades 9–12. Last year, 32% of participants were international students and 50% were rising seniors.
2026 program tracks:
| Program | Dates | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Creative Writing Workshop | July 4–17 | 2 weeks |
| Summer Science & Engineering (Session 1) | July 4–17 | 2 weeks |
| College Readiness Workshop | July 19–25 | 1 week |
| Summer Science & Engineering (Session 2) | July 19–Aug 1 | 2 weeks |
| Sustainable Futures | July 19–Aug 1 | 2 weeks |
| Women, Gender, & Representation | July 19–Aug 1 | 2 weeks |
| Theatre | July 19–Aug 1 | 2 weeks |
Students may also attend both SSEP sessions (4 weeks total, $9,970).
Summer Science & Engineering Program (SSEP): Lab-based courses with Smith faculty in life sciences, physical sciences, and engineering. Prerequisite requirements vary by course.
Fees (SSEP):
- One 2-week session: $4,985 (deposit: $1,246)
- Both sessions (4 weeks): $9,970 (deposit: $2,493)
- Application fee: $50
Financial aid: Tuition assistance is available through a network of partner organizations, including Achievement First, Joyce Ivy Foundation, Minds Matter, Girls Action Network, Young Women's Leadership Network, Schuler Family Foundation, and others. Contact the Precollege Programs office at summerprecollege@smith.edu to learn about eligibility.
International students: Warmly welcomed; Smith has a dedicated section for international student information.