Information for School and College Counselors

Ithaca College, located in beautiful Ithaca, NY, welcomes high school students for a pre-college residential experience for summer 2026!  

Our residential, on-campus experiences are designed for high school students to open their minds, unleash their creativity, and connect with other high school students who share their passion. This is an incredible opportunity for students to experience a glimpse of college life in Ithaca, NY, under the guidance of supportive and talented faculty during the summer. 

Applications for these programs will be open soon and more information on program fees, how to apply, and deadlines are available at ithaca.edu/pre-college-programs. Please check out our YouTube channel for video views of Ithaca College to familiarize yourself with our campus. 

Summer Pre-College Programs

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We offer three tracks where students can experience residential campus living and earn three college credits:  

Summer College for High School Students
July 12 - July 31, 2026

Summer 2026 courses are TBD

Spend three weeks living and learning on our beautiful campus. Take an undergraduate college class alongside other high school students and advance your thinking, analytic, and study skills. Past classes have included topics in STEM, social sciences, health, and the creative arts. 

Summer Music Academy 
July 12 - July 31, 2026

Advance your musicianship to the highest level through expert training with renowned IC faculty. Gain experience in preparation for the college interview/audition process by studying at one of the top music programs in the United states.

Summer Theatre Conservatory  
July 12 - July 31, 2026

Gain confidence and expert training - including preparation for the college interview/audition process - at one of the top theatre arts programs in the country.

Our piano program offers professional instruction and a residential campus living experience, but does not offer academic credit because of the condensed time frame:

Summer Piano Institute
June 26 - July 4, 2026

Study with nationally and internationally known piano faculty during nine days of lessons, workshops, classes, supervised practice, and performances. 

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