High School Students
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High School Summer Online
At UCSC, online courses are just like their face-to-face equivalents. Students are challenged, encouraged to think deeply, and expected to perform undergraduate university-level work.
Joining High School Summer Online means:
- Engaging in undergraduate college classes online, either synchronously or asynchronously, alongside UCSC students, students from other colleges, and high school peers.
- Earning academic credits that transfer to future colleges or universities, or even back to high school.
High School Summer In Person – Commuter
Join us on campus, students will:
- Dive into a real college experience with our in-person commuter program. Choose from a range of courses and enjoy access to campus resources like the library and fitness center.
- Get your own UCSC ID Card, doubling as a Metro bus pass. Or, opt for a parking pass if you prefer to drive to campus. Please note, there’s no on-campus housing available for high school students.
Excited to get started?
Explore the cost, courses, student stories, and FAQs, and follow these steps:
Follow these steps to get started:
- Complete the High School Verification Form
- Complete the Waiver Form for Online Classes or the Waiver Form for Commuters
- Register Even if you took summer classes at UC Santa Cruz last year, all visiting students must register annually to enroll in classes
Take a look at our Student and Parent Checklist (Online or Commuter) for important information.
Summer dates and deadlines
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High school summer opportunities
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