Discover Your Future
With AU
No matter your interest, whether it's global diplomacy, financial markets, brain science, or building a company, AU Eagle Summer gives you a head start on the degree and the career that's right for you.
Real AU Courses
College-caliber curriculum with AU professors
D.C. is Your Campus
Field trips to institutions that shape our world
Expert Speakers
Professionals in your field share real experience
Career Exploration
Explore paths before committing to a major
Find Your Course
Courses are designed to match the rigor and excitement of a real AU semester — in just 12 days.
Astronomy & Space Studies
Explore the universe beyond our atmosphere — from the physics of stars and galaxies to the science behind space exploration and the search for life beyond Earth.
Neuroscience & Psychology
Explore the science of the human mind and behavior. From neural pathways to psychological theory, understand how we think, feel, and make decisions.
Biotechnology
Examine cutting-edge life sciences — from CRISPR gene editing to biomedical innovation. Understand how science and policy intersect to shape medicine and the environment.
Entrepreneurship
Learn what it takes to build something from the ground up — from ideation and pitching to funding and growth strategy. Develop the entrepreneurial mindset that drives innovation.
Finance
Discover how financial markets work, how capital flows through economies, and how smart money decisions shape businesses, governments, and individual lives.
Sports Management
Behind every great team is a brilliant business operation. Explore the world of sports from athlete representation and branding to arena management and media rights.
International Diplomacy & Cross Cultural Negotiation
Learn how nations, organizations, and individuals navigate complex global relationships — mastering the art of diplomacy, communication across cultures, and international negotiation.
Introduction to Peace, Conflict & Global Security
Examine the causes of conflict and the conditions for peace. Study international security challenges — from armed conflict and terrorism to human rights and peacekeeping efforts.
U.S. Politics
Understand the institutions, processes, and people that shape American democracy — from Congress and the presidency to elections, media, and the power of civic engagement.
Law & Society
Explore how law shapes society and how society shapes law. From constitutional rights to criminal justice reform, examine the role of legal systems in a changing America.
Your Classroom Is a City
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Guest Speakers
Hear directly from policy makers, entrepreneurs, scientists, athletes, and diplomats who are actively shaping their fields — bringing real-world relevance to every classroom session.
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Field Trips Throughout D.C.
Each session includes curated field trips to Washington institutions that directly connect to your course subject — making abstract concepts concrete and unforgettable.
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AU Faculty Instruction
Your instructors are the same professors who teach AU undergraduates and publish groundbreaking research — giving you an authentic taste of college-level academics.
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Peer Community
Learn alongside driven, curious high school students from across the country and around the world — building friendships and a network that lasts well beyond the summer.
Four Schools.
One Summer.
- Astronomy & Space Studies
- Biotechnology
- Neuroscience & Psychology
- Entrepreneurship
- Finance
- Sports Management
- International Diplomacy & Cross Cultural Negotiation
- Introduction to Peace, Conflict & Global Security
- Law & Society
- U.S. Politics
Two Sessions,
One Opportunity
July 1
- 12 Days — American University, Main Campus
- $5,995.00 — Residential Program
- Biotechnology
- Neuroscience & Psychology
- Finance
- Sports Management
- International Diplomacy & Cross Cultural Negotiation
- Introduction to Peace, Conflict & Global Security
- Law & Society
- U.S. Politics
July 16
- 12 Days — American University, Main Campus
- $5,995.00 — Residential Program
- Astronomy & Space Studies
- Neuroscience & Psychology
- Entrepreneurship
- Finance
- International Diplomacy & Cross Cultural Negotiation
- Introduction to Peace, Conflict & Global Security
- Law & Society
- U.S. Politics
Go Further.
Earn College Credit.
Eagle Summer is more than a summer program, it's a launchpad. Participants have the opportunity to enroll in AU's High School Summer Scholars program and earn one real, transferable college credit hour while they're here.
1 Credit Hour
Earn one official American University credit hour, taught by AU faculty and recorded on an AU transcript.
Online & Flexible
The credit course is completed online in a self-paced, asynchronous format and designed to fit around your Eagle Summer schedule.
AU Canvas Platform
All coursework is delivered through AU's Canvas learning platform, giving you a real college academic experience.
Transferable Credit
Credit may be transferred to many colleges and universities. Students are encouraged to verify transfer policies with their target school.
Eligibility
Open to rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors with a minimum 3.0 GPA. International students with equivalent grades are also welcome.
$1,044 Tuition
Approximately 50% off AU's standard undergraduate per-credit cost.
Endless Possibilities.
Applications for Eagle Summer 2026 are now open. Spaces in each session are limited. Take the first step toward the degree and the career you've been imagining.
Special Note:
As part of our commitment to excellence, for summer 2026 programming, non-academic components of Eagle Summer Pre-College, including residential life and student/parent communication, are managed by EngageU, a third-party organization with over 30 years of experience running experiential pre-college programs such as the National Student Leadership Conference.