Astronomy & Astrophysics Summer Academy
Rutgers–New Brunswick Pre-College Summer Programs
Program overview
High school students completing sophomore or junior year, ages 16–18 by Summer 2026, interested in astronomy, astrophysics, planetary science, cosmology, or space sciences; Week II is ideal for students who completed Week I or have a strong interest in physics, astronomy, or data science.
Eligibility
Week II is ideal for students who have completed Week I or who already have a strong interest in physics, astronomy, or data science.
Key details
- Organization
- Rutgers–New Brunswick Pre-College Summer Programs
- Type
- Summer academy / pre-college summer program
- Location
- Rutgers–New Brunswick, New Jersey
- Format
- in-person
- Eligible grades
- 10th grade (sophomore), 11th grade (junior)
- Time commitment
- One week per session; Week I: July 12–18, 2026; Week II: July 19–25, 2026
- Application status
- Closed / at capacity for Summer 2026; in-progress applications may be placed on a wait list, but admission is not assured
How to apply
Apply on the program's own site. Details here were read from that page and can change — confirm them there before applying.