2027 Summer Camps / Camp directory / NYU Precollege

New York City, New York

NYU Precollege

Connect university coursework with learning in New York City

Take NYU university courses selected for high school students, exploring arts, media, business, STEM, humanities, or social sciences. Coursework and assignments are central, with academic advising, campus resources, and an optional residential experience. The following study areas illustrate course choices; offerings and prerequisites depend on the term.

University credit summer program
College creditInterdisciplinary choiceNew York campusMedia and arts

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Students listening and taking notes in an NYU classroom
Students listening and taking notes in an NYU classroom

Program organizer & learning outcomes

Organizer

New York University University Programs and participating NYU schools

University / venue relationship

NYU-delivered credit-bearing courses and campus experience

Credit / certificate

NYU course grades and academic credit record; contact an advisor about any separate completion certificate

Courses & activities

Fundamentals of Music Technology

Study acoustics, recording equipment, digital audio workstations, and mixing, applying technical ideas in studio projects.

Computer Music Synthesis

Explore sound synthesis, sampling, digital signal processing, and arrangement while creating music with software.

Reporting New York Stories

Practice reporting through urban observation, interviews, and research, developing digital stories and portfolio work.

Video news production

Practice pitches, scripts, interviews, and editing, with social-video strategy and audience analytics. The relevant course requires basic editing skills.

Interviewing and cultural reporting

Develop interviews around New York arts and culture, practicing preparation, rapport, sensitive questions, and print, audio, or video storytelling.

Photojournalism

Use weekly assignments to explore news photography, portraits, color correction, and photo stories with a phone or camera.

Camp features & life

University coursework

Study for 2–8 credits, depending on course selection, and complete university-level work. The receiving institution determines any future degree-credit transfer.

Choice across disciplines

Explore subject areas across NYU schools, with academic advisers supporting course choices and learning goals.

Urban campus life

Beyond class, campus social events and New York cultural activities offer opportunities to practice independence and time management as a resident or commuter.

Who might enjoy this camp?

  • Students who want to test possible majors through real coursework
  • Students with developed English reading, writing, and time-management skills
  • Students interested in New York culture, media, or interdisciplinary exploration

Applicants must be rising juniors or seniors and receive admission. Journalism is writing-intensive, and some video and interview courses require production skills. Housing starts at age 15. Confirm English scores, visa arrangements, and minimum enrollment requirements before choosing courses.

2027 dates & tuition

2027 dates & tuition

Contact an advisorRising grades 11–12; residential students must be at least 15
6 weeks
Contact an advisor

Tuition varies with course credits. Housing and the required residential meal plan are charged separately. Contact an advisor for a complete 2027 budget.

Course enrollment and housing have their own procedures and cancellation terms. Check application fees, deposits, additional course charges, and refund deadlines before paying.

Budget separately for travel, personal spending, and any course equipment requirements; confirm materials for the selected classes.

Travel & participation

Arrival and housing: follow university move-in and course instructions, checking that the housing reservation covers the course dates. High school housing uses shared suites with an additional mandatory meal plan.

Daily life: NYU residential-life staff provide housing support and campus activities. Students need to manage university classes, assignments, and their schedules.

International students may apply and must provide English-language evidence. Confirm accepted tests, waiver criteria, visa requirements, and minimum credits before paying or booking travel.

Application and courses: prepare high school records and application materials. Confirm both program admission and places in individual courses. Summer participation does not guarantee undergraduate admission.

Course preparation: music technology options can begin at introductory level; video news requires basic editing and the interview course requires relevant production skills. Check equipment and software needs for the chosen classes.

Campus, venue & activity photos

An instructor teaching in a tiered NYU classroom
Students gathered around a table during a classroom discussion
Students raising their hands during a classroom activity
An instructor and students learning in a music technology control room
A reading scene in an NYU residence-hall room

Enquiries & Applications

Discuss this camp and participation arrangements with an ASCWORLD education adviser.

Enquiries & Applications