Summer enrichment programs for college-bound teens who want to change the world. We are proudly based in San Diego, CA.
Summer Springboard was founded to give college-bound teens a supportive environment where they can explore their personal and academic passions. Our innovative pre-college summer programs, offered at some of the nation’s leading colleges and universities, combines the benefits of an academically challenging summer experience with tools and frameworks for personal leadership development and self-di
It's safe to say our Georgia Tech program enjoyed their Sunday excursion to Six Flags! 🎢🎡😎
06/19/2026
Georgia Tech Session 1 🐝 This campus is buzzing with energy now that our students are here!
06/18/2026
Vanderbilt HS Session 1 🤠 We are so excited to have our first ever program in Nashville, Tennessee!! The students are excited to learn more about the campus and what the city has to offer ✨🎶
06/17/2026
Berkeley Session 1 ☀️ The program is off to a great start in sunny California! The students are eager to gain hands-on experiences and go on their excursions 🤩
06/08/2026
☀️ Less than one week until Summer 2026 begins at SSB!
One of our favorite parts of the summer is seeing the experience through our students’ eyes. From unforgettable moments to new friendships and adventures, your photos and videos help tell the story of life on program. 📸✨
That’s why we’re excited to launch our 2026 Social Media Contest!
🏆 Two categories: Photos & Videos
🌟 Three winners in each category
📲 Unlimited submissions — enter as many times as you’d like!
The winners will be announced at the end of August. We can’t wait to see Summer 2026 through your lens! 🤩
Maybe SSB keeps showing up on your feed for a reason 👀
If you're into exploring new places, discovering future career paths, meeting people from around the world, and making the most of your summer, you're in the right place.
See where your summer could take you ☀️
The countdown is almost over. ☀️
Just a few more days until summer with SSB!
From Zoom screens to the University of the Pacific 🌊☀️
SSB directors gathered at the University of the Pacific to train, connect, and get ready to welcome students this season. 🎓
SSB is more than spending summer in a classroom.
It’s exploring new cities, meeting people from around the world, learning from industry professionals, and discovering what inspires you most.
Your summer should feel bigger than school, because it is. ☀️
Summer Springboard (SSB) is a pre-college summer program designed for high school students who want to explore their academic interests, experience college life, and prepare for their future. 🎓
SSB gives students the opportunity to dive deeper into subjects they’re passionate about while building confidence and independence along the way. This is done thorugh hands-on learning, real-world career exploration, and immersive campus experiences.
Students attend programs at top universities across the United States, where they can explore fields like medicine, business, engineering, psychology, law, marine biology, sports management, and more, all while living on campus and connecting with peers from around the world.
Hosted at universities across the U.S. and the U.K., SSB programs are built to help students explore their interests, gain real-world exposure, and get a taste of college life before it officially begins.
It’s part summer adventure, part future planning, and a chance to figure out what excites you most.
| Monday | 9am - 6pm |
| Tuesday | 9am - 6pm |
| Wednesday | 9am - 6pm |
| Thursday | 9am - 6pm |
| Friday | 9am - 6pm |