Step into the world of journalism and immerse yourself in the issues that are important to you. Whether you’re drawn to media, culture, sports, fashion, business, or law, you’ll investigate the forces shaping these fields with the guidance of seasoned journalists, editors, and media professionals.
Our instructors bring insider knowledge and real-world experience from the front lines of journalism. They’ll take you beyond the headlines into newsrooms, communities, and conversations that reveal the deeper truths behind today’s most compelling stories. The Summer Academy pre-college experience empowers students with their next decision in life, whether they choose to apply for college or start their careers straight from high school.
Location(s)
- New York, New York
Schedule
- Term 1: June 7 – 19, 2026
- Term 2: June 21 – July 3, 2026
- Term 3: July 5 – 17, 2026
- Term 4: July 19 – 31, 2026
Cost/Compensation
- Application Fee: $50
- Residential students: $7,695
- Day students: $6,195
- Students who enroll in multiple terms are eligible for a $500 discount on each term
Eligibility Requirements
- Open to rising high school students (grades 10-12) and graduating seniors.
- Students must be 15-18 years old by the first day of the program.
Deadline
- Priority Admissions Enrollment Deadline: February 27, 2026
- Round 1 Regular Admissions Enrollment Deadline: March 13, 2026
- Round 2 Regular Admissions Enrollment Deadline: April 10, 2026
- Rolling Admissions: Beginning April 13, 2026
Application or Entry Requirements
- $50 application fee
- A completed online application
- Transcript
- Short-answer essay responses
- Proof of English proficiency (for non-native speakers)
Notifications of Decisions
Financial Aid Details
- The School of The New York Times is committed to making its programs accessible to students from all backgrounds. We believe financial circumstances should not be a barrier to world-class, pre-collegiate education. Our Scholarship Program aims to improve the availability, access, and equity of learning opportunities by providing scholarships based on financial need.
- To be considered, students must submit a completed program application, followed by a scholarship application. Scholarships are limited and disbursed on a first-applied, first-awarded basis until all funds have been exhausted. For this reason, we encourage eligible students to apply as soon as possible.
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The School of the New York Times is an educational institution based in New York City that offers a range of online and in-person courses and programs on journalism, media, and other subjects related to current events and society. The school was founded in 2016 as a subsidiary of The New York Times Company and aims to provide high-quality, engaging educational experiences that draw on the newspaper's expertise and resources.
