Summer School at Yale
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American General Education at Yale
General Education (GE) forms the cornerstone of undergraduate education at leading U.S. universities like Yale. This model, adopted by top US universities for the first and second years of undergraduate studies such as Yale College Distribution Requirements, which emphasizes interdisciplinary learning, critical thinking, communication, and a global perspective, requires students to take a balanced selection of courses across the arts, humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and technology. The Summer School at Yale is designed around this GE framework, offering students early exposure to the learning methods and campus life characteristic of an American university education.
■ Interdisciplinary Curriculum
The program offers three academic tracks: STEM, Bioscience & Medicine, and Humanities & Social Science, aligning with the U.S. undergraduate GE requirements. Students can choose one field for in-depth study while being exposed to interdisciplinary content, cultivating the dual strengths of “breadth + depth” that characterize the typical first-year experience at American universities. For example, even those focused solely on medicine will engage with foundational knowledge in chemistry and biology, building a comprehensive academic understanding from multiple disciplinary perspectives.
■ Core Academic Competencies
In instructor-led sessions, the program employs scenario-based teaching, Project-Based Learning, seminars, case studies, and interdisciplinary presentations to develop students’ critical thinking, independent research, public speaking, and teamwork skills, which are at the heart of GE and essential for success in university.
■ Immersive Academic Community Experience
The GE extends beyond the classroom. Students will step outside for field trips to museums and leading universities, collaborate on projects with peers, and engage in cultural exchanges. This fully immersive and international community life offers an authentic taste of U.S. campus culture, helping students adapt in advance to the learning and social dynamics they will encounter in university.
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20 Students Per Class, 50%+ Proportion of International Students
Teaching Team led by Yale Instructors, Top University Teaching Assistants
Accommodation in the Yale University, Learn like a Yale Undergraduate Student
Course Layout Aligned with Yale’s Undergraduate, Educational Philosophy
Enriched Activities & East Coast Culture Exploration
Reports & Completion Certificates
Marlene Berke
Postdoctoral Researcher, Center for Integrative Computational Neuroscience, MIT
Ph.D. in Psychology, Yale University
Marlene Berke
- Postdoctoral Researcher, Center for Integrative Computational Neuroscience, MIT
- Ph.D. in Psychology, Yale University
Dr. Berke specializes in advanced computational modeling of human behavior, with research published in leading psychology and AI journals. She previously served as a College Scholar at Cornell University and conducted summer research in the Hakwan Lau Lab at UCLA. Having taught statistics and computer programming courses at both Yale and Cornell, she is dedicated to making cutting-edge quantitative methods accessible to a broad audience. Her interdisciplinary background ensures that her instruction combines theoretical depth with practical application.
Jaye Wilson
Recipient of NSF Graduate Research Fellowship
Ph.D. in the School of the Environment, Yale
Jaye Wilson
- Recipient of NSF Graduate Research Fellowship
- Ph.D. in the School of the Environment, Yale
Jaye Wilson’s interdisciplinary research at Yale focuses on the intersection of environmental justice and chemical engineering. She holds a B.S. in Biochemistry from Texas A&M University, with double minors in Public Health and Environmental Geo-sciences. She integrate her expertise in fashion, organic chemistry, and polymer science, making exceptional achievements, including developing sustainable materials and improving recycling systems to address plastic pollution, with focus on the environmental impact of textiles. A strong advocate for equity in STEM, Wilson is committed to amplifying the voices of marginalized communities through both academic research and professional practice.
Matthew Ennis
Ph.D. in Physics, Duke University
Recipient of the 2024 Dean’s Award for Excellence in Teaching, Duke University
Matthew Ennis
- Ph.D. in Physics, Duke University
- Recipient of the 2024 Dean’s Award for Excellence in Teaching, Duke University
With nearly a decade of university-level physics teaching experience, Dr. Ennis was honored with Duke’s 2024 Dean’s Award for Excellence in Teaching. His research focuses on the frontier of quantum materials and next-generation technologies, leveraging cutting-edge techniques such as neutron scattering at top U.S. national labs including Oak Ridge and Argonne. Matthew excels at transforming complex physical concepts into clear, engaging content that helps students build robust analytical thinking, technical skills, and a deep understanding of modern physics, laying a top-tier academic foundation for future careers in quantum computing, engineering, and applied sciences.
Alessandra Orfano
Biologist & Researcher, Yale School of Public Health
Instructor, Yale Institute for Global Health
Alessandra Orfano
- Biologist & Researcher, Yale School of Public Health
- Instructor, Yale Institute for Global Health
Dr. Orfano serves as an Associate Researcher in the Department of Epidemiology & Microbial Diseases at the School of Public Health in Yale, specializing in microbial diseases. She is also a faculty member of the Yale Institute for Global Health. She earned her Ph.D. in Health Sciences from Fiocruz in Brazil, which included a one-year research fellowship at the NIH in US. Her academic and research background is centered on public health and vector-borne diseases, where she has developed deep expertise and remains committed to disease prevention and community health education.
Luis Gonzalez
Double Board-Certified Physician, American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology and American Society of Addiction Medicine
Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association
Luis Gonzalez
- Double Board-Certified Physician, American Board of Psychiatry & Neurology and American Society of Addiction Medicine
- Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association
Dr. Gonzalez graduated from the University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine and completed his internship at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, followed by residency training at Massachusetts General Hospital. He has extensive experience in psychiatry and addiction medicine, spanning medical education, clinical practice, and administrative leadership. Previously, he held roles at the Yale School of Medicine and served as Unit Director at Yale New Haven Hospital. He later spent nine years as Medical Director at an affiliate of the UConn School of Medicine. Dr. Gonzalez currently serves as an Attending Physician in the Dual Diagnosis Inpatient Psychiatric Unit at Manchester Memorial Hospital, part of the ECHN health system.
Negin Farzad
Instructor, Yale Young Global Scholars (YYGS)
Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering, Yale University
Negin Farzad
- Instructor, Yale Young Global Scholars (YYGS)
- Ph.D. in Biomedical Engineering, Yale University
Negin’s research focuses on three cutting-edge areas: mechanisms of cellular senescence, spatial multi-omics technology development, and the design of innovative micro-devices for medical applications. Leveraging an interdisciplinary background in medicine and engineering, she has led multiple key research initiatives. Committed to advancing medical education, she has served as a teaching assistant for Yale’s Molecular Biology Laboratory and core Biomedical Engineering courses. She is dedicated to translating advanced research findings into concrete, hands-on learning experiences and excels at adapting her teaching to students with diverse academic backgrounds.
Drew Denbaum
B.A. with Honors, Yale University
Saybrook Fellows Prize, Yale University
Director and Writer
Drew Denbaum
- B.A. with Honors, Yale University
- Saybrook Fellows Prize, Yale University
- Director and Writer
With nearly two decades of experience teaching high school and college students, Drew Denbaum specializes in developing higher-order thinking skills. He is also an award-winning writer, director, and actor. His honors include the Fund for Teachers Fellowship (2023), the Connecticut Board of Regents Adjunct Faculty Teaching Award (2020), the Stamford Public Education Foundation Spotlight Award for Excellence in Teaching (2019), the Dean’s Leadership Award in Education from Sacred Heart University, a Silver Plaque at the Chicago Film Festival, a Clio Award nomination for Best Male Performance, and the Leo Jaffe Producer’s Award from New York University
Meital Peleg Mizrachi
Postdoctoral Fellow, Department of Economics, Yale University
Meital Peleg Mizrachi
- Postdoctoral Fellow, Department of Economics, Yale University
Dr. Mizrachi’s research focuses on the intersection of environmental and social sustainability, with particular emphasis on secondhand clothing markets, fashion consumption patterns, and global regulatory frameworks. She leads the research arm of Yale’s Moving the Needle initiative and serves on the executive board of the International Sustainable Fashion Consumption Research Network. Beyond academia, she previously directed the Green Employment Department at Life and Environment and was named one of The Marker magazine’s “Top 40 Under 40” for her leadership in fashion and environmental innovation.
Minnie Hoang
Assistant Professor of Public Affairs, Department of Political Science, Southern Connecticut State University
Minnie Hoang
- Assistant Professor of Public Affairs, Department of Political Science, Southern Connecticut State University
Dr. Hoang earned her Ph.D. in Public Affairs from the University of Texas at Dallas. Her research interests span public and nonprofit management, with a strong focus on human resources, diversity management, and organizational behavior. She is actively involved in professional associations such as the American Society for Public Administration (ASPA) and the Association for Research on Nonprofit Organizations and Voluntary Action (ARNOVA). Her awards include the ASPA Founders’ Fellowship, the ARNOVA Diversity Scholarship, the ARNOVA Early Scholars Innovative Research Award, and the UT Dallas Teaching Excellence Award for Teaching Assistants. Her scholarly work is further informed by years of practical experience collaborating with nonprofit organizations and government agencies.
I really enjoy Computer Science. In this program, I learned Python, which helped me better understand professional knowledge. The summer program allowed me to practice English and experience the American academic atmosphere.
I really enjoy physics class. It’s challenging but the professor makes it very interesting. At the summer program, I made many friends and discovered new perspectives about the field and career options.
I really enjoyed the anatomy class in the Bioscience and Medicine program, which was very Practical. The entire summer program was extremely helpful for understanding biomedical science.
In class, I learned how to tie various suturing knots, which gave me a more clear understanding of medical procedures. During field trips, experiencing the streets and culture of American was truly rewarding.
Participating in this program has been truly rewarding and has greatly helped me in making decisions about my academic major. I particularly enjoyed the Talent Show, which allowed me to experience the joy of cross-cultural exchange.
I didn’t expect to meet so many new people! The classes were also amazing and eye opening!
Led by Instructors
Supported by TAs
Interactive and engaging classes
Plaster Immobilization
Museum Activities
Group Discussions
Ice-breaking
Mini-Olympics
University Visit
Pitch competition
Cultural Nights
Talent Show
Date:
Jul.12-25, 2026Age Requirement
13-18 years old: born between Jul.26, 2007 - Jul.12, 2013Requirements
- 13-15 years old: English language level equivalent to IELTS level 5.5 or TOEFL 70
- 16-18 years old: English language level equivalent to IELTS level 6.0 or TOEFL 80
- A phone or online interview with an ASEEDER teacher if the above standards are not met.
Fee
- Includes: tuition, accommodation, meals, extracurricular activities, and excursions during the program; ASEEDER group leader service fee; bus transport during the program(Only for flights with ASEEDER); international insurance; study materials.
- Excludes：
- 1. International transportation costs to and from the US (departure and arrival from Beijing/Shanghai/Shenzhen/Hong Kong; you can use a third-party service or ASEEDER’s unified service. Please confirm with the responsible teacher at ASEEDER before purchasing tickets.)
- 2. Visa Serveice Fee (Optional): ASEEDER Visa Worry-Free Service: In the case of visa rejection, eligible applicants will either receive a full refund of the visa service fee or a complimentary reapplication, and the full program fee will be fully refunded, ensuring no financial loss.
