College & Career Center

There are many different kinds of summer programs out there. We have listed and linked some that might be of interest to you, depending on your desired field/area/region/interest. Please note that these programs have not been investigated for their quality or reputation. Fremont High School does not endorse these programs; this list is simply a resource with which you can begin your search. It is important that you do additional research before choosing any program.

FINDING THE RIGHT SUMMER PROGRAM

• Consider your goals;
• Consider your budget;
• Consider your schedule;
• Get an early start on your research;
• Understand selectivity;
• Don't assume attending will help you gain college admission;
• Beware of invitations to leadership programs; and
• Think twice before paying extra to earn college credit.

COSMOS COSMOS is an intensive four-week summer residential Pre-College Program for high school students who have demonstrated an aptitude for academic and professional careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) subjects. 

Girls Who Code Students gain the computer science skills they need to make an impact and prepare for tech careers in our free, virtual summer programs. Summer program participants get exposure to tech jobs, meet leaders in tech careers, and find community in our supportive sisterhood; all while investing in their future self.

Stanford Medical Youth Science Program The Stanford Medical Youth Science Program is a five-week online enrichment program focused on science and medicine that is open to low-income, underrepresented high school juniors who live in Northern and Central California.

Some thoughts before you begin: College representatives consistently advise us that, as far as college admissions go, summer programs are only “worth” what they are worth to the individual participant. In other words, only you determine value. Colleges are looking for students who use summers to push themselves out of their comfort zones and pursue genuine interests. There are many productive things a student can do with a summer break—there is value in travel, reading for pleasure, getting a job, volunteering, taking up a new hobby, etc. Focus in on something that is really important or interesting to you.

Many summer programs are offered by for-profit companies and can be quite expensive. While many of these programs are well run and valuable, please carefully research a company before you sign up. Not all summer programs that are held at universities are run by the university; many companies merely lease space from the university.

Please note these programs are not endorsed by Fremont. Students should read their Schoology Messages for current opportunities that we are aware of. 

Current job opportunities are sent out to students through Schoology Messages as we find out about them, so students should read those messages.

In addition, we will host a Job Fair in the spring with local employers attending who are looking to hire students for part-time and summer jobs.

Students should read their Schoology Messages regularly for information about local volunteer opportunities. 

Please refer to Naviance for information about scholarships available in our local community and specifically for Fremont Students. Seniors will need to complete the Scholarship Brag Sheet in order to be considered for these. They will receive updates about this through Schoology Messages.

For broader scholarship information, view these resources:

• Fastweb - a free scholarship search site
• Scholarships.com - a free scholarship search site