Design Thinking and Innovation for High Schoolers at Dartmouth (Dartmouth College)
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Apply NowWant to turn ideas into real projects this summer? Join a two‑week on‑campus programme at Dartmouth, explore design thinking, build leadership and decision‑making skills, and connect with industry speakers while developing entrepreneurial confidence and practical business blueprints.
This is a two-week, on-campus summer programme held at Dartmouth College designed for high-school students interested in design thinking, business and leadership. Participants engage in project-based learning focused on decision-making, leadership dynamics and business blueprinting, with guest speakers (for example Lori Taylor) and experiential activities such as a cooking competition-style entrepreneurial field trip.
The course aims to build communication skills, entrepreneurial confidence and collaborative problem-solving, and awards a branded course completion certificate and a letter of recognition. The programme provides a structured residential schedule with morning and afternoon classes, supervised activities and evening programming.
Tuition includes housing, three meals per day, on-campus activities and transportation for included events. International students receive visa support, pre-arrival assistance, international medical insurance and help with airport transfers as part of the international registration package (additional non-refundable fees apply).
Applicants should complete the Summer Institute application (including thoughtful short-answer responses) and meet the recommended academic profile. Practical information about travel, shuttle services, packing lists and campus safety/supervision is provided to enrolled students prior to arrival.
Lori Taylor
Branded Course Completion Certificate (Dartmouth Summer Scholars) and Letter of Recognition
July 2026 — Boarding (session shown; two price options listed)
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- A GPA of 3.5 or above in business or a related field (recommended)
- Completion of the Summer Institute application, including short-answer responses
- International students may require a B-2 Visitor Visa (if not in the U.S. Visa Waiver Program) or an ESTA if eligible
£3,703
Two boarding price options are listed for July sessions: £6,148 and £3,703 (lowest price shown). Tuition includes academic tuition, housing, three meals per day, campus activities and excursions, on-campus transportation for included activities, linens, laundry service, and full campus supervision. An additional mandatory international registration fee applies for students whose primary residence is outside the U.S. (USD $379 residential / $239 commuter). Shuttle transportation to/from designated airports is available for an additional fee; flights are not arranged.
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