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Tufts University’s Pre-College Programs offer high-school students the chance to explore college-level academics within a collaborative, interdisciplinary university environment just outside Boston. Students may participate residentially, as commuters, or online and choose from summer offerings that include credit-bearing undergraduate courses—such as those in the six-week Tufts College Experience—alongside focused non-credit Intensives. Academic options span STEM fields, international relations, health sciences, and social sciences, reflecting Tufts’ emphasis on cross-disciplinary study and civic engagement. Residential participants live on campus and experience Tufts’ close-knit community, while commuter and online formats provide flexibility for local and international students. Participation requires a holistic application review, typically including transcripts and recommendations, rather than simple open enrollment. For families seeking an academically engaged summer experience that balances rigor with a collaborative campus culture, Tufts Pre-College provides a thoughtful introduction to university-level study and residential life.