EXPLO is a unique, immersive summer program for middle schoolers. Designed specifically for ages 12-14 (rising grades 7-9), it gives you new connections and experiences to open up a world of possibility. In this 2-week residential or day pre high school summer program, you have limitless ways to explore. Be all you.
We built this summer program for middle schoolers specifically for ages 12-14. We get that you're figuring out who you want to be—and the more you experiment, the more you'll know. Discover the world of people, places, ideas, and you. Be creative. Be inquisitive. Be surprising. Try new things to find your spark. Be all you. And suddenly, all those future decisions in high school and beyond go from overwhelming to exciting.
Location(s)
- Wellesley College, Wellesley, Massachusetts
Schedule
- Session 1 Overnight: June 29th - July 12th, 2025
- Session 1 Day: June 30th - July 11th, 2025
- Session 2 Overnight: July 13th - July 26th, 2026
- Session 2 Day: July 14th - July 25th, 2025
Cost/Compensation
- 2 week residential tuition: $5,995
- 2 week commuter tuition: $3,695
- 4 week residential tuition: $11,270
- 4 week commuter tuition: $6,950
- Medical rotations supplement: $325
- Veterinary science supplement: $275
Eligibility Requirements
- For students entering grades 7-9
Deadline
- Rolling
Application or Entry Requirements
- Initial Application
- Selection and Registration Forms
- Teacher Recommendation
- Personal Essay (Focus Program Applicants Only)
- English Language Interview (International Students)
Notifications of Decisions
Financial Aid Details
EXPLO offers two different types of need-based financial aid: scholarships and grants. Grants subsidize a small portion of the tuition for families that make a deposit to reserve a space at EXPLO and also demonstrate financial need. Scholarships are for students who require a significant financial award to attend EXPLO.
- Grants are available up to $1500.
- Scholarships cover up to 90% of tuition.
Other Dates to Keep in Mind
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EXPLO (Exploration Learning) is an educational organization that offers innovative summer enrichment programs for students in grades 4–12. Founded in 1976, EXPLO focuses on fostering curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking through hands-on, interdisciplinary learning experiences. Its programs, hosted at prestigious college campuses such as Wellesley College, provide students with opportunities to explore a wide range of academic, artistic, and recreational subjects. EXPLO emphasizes a collaborative and inclusive environment, helping students develop problem-solving skills, self-confidence, and global awareness.
