Summer School at Harvard

4001-699-686

Available Subjects

Business
Pre-Med
Finance
Coding

Introduction

Harvard Universityy is a world-renowned institution of higher education. Its long history dates back to 1636 and it boasts profound cultural heritage and remarkable academic achievements.It has produced 160 Nobel laureates, 14 Turing Award winners, and 18 Fields Medalists. Countless outstanding alumni representatives in various fields such as politics, economy, and culture have emerged from here, exerting a profound influence on the development of the world and leading the way in global higher education.

The Harvard Summer School is an academic enrichment program held on the campus of Harvard University. It recruits outstanding high school students from around the world and offers a variety of themed courses.

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Since 2025, ASEEDER has been the partner of Summer School at Harvard in China.

It is open to outstanding Chinese students in grades 9-12, offering four popular subjects including Business, Pre-Med, Finance, and Coding. During the program, students will go to Harvard University. They will experience exploratory academic sessions, such as lectures given by keynote speakers, scenario simulations, and interactive project presentations under the leadership of the star instructors team.

These will help students master subject knowledge and improve important qualities like innovation, critical thinking, and teamwork. Moreover, they can communicate with outstanding student representatives from all over the world and establish close connections with Harvard scholars.

* *Note: The summer school is an academic program for international students held at Harvard University, officially recognized, but not directly affiliated with Harvard University or its constituent departments. Grades from the course cannot be converted into Harvard University credits.

Why US?

Immersive Experience at the Harvard

Students will study on the campus of Harvard University. The program offers four academic fields for students to choose from: Business, Pre-Med, Finance, and Coding.

Star Instructors from the Harvard

The instructors of the Summer School consist of Harvard scholars and representatives in professional fields. Students will experience the academic atmosphere of a prestigious university in highly interactive classes with a high teacher-student ratio (approximately 1:10).

Certificate and Project Output

Students who complete the academic tasks during the program will receive a completion of certificate and use the knowledge and skills they have learned to complete an individual or team graduation project, demonstrating their academic abilities.

Diversified International Classroom

Students will learn with peers all over the world to gain insights into different subjects to experience a highly international and diverse classroom environment.

Cultural Exploration in Boston & NY

Students will conduct an in-depth exploration of two of the most representative historical cities in the United States: Boston and New York. They will have the opportunity to visit many well-known landmarks such as the MIT campus, the Freedom Trail, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, etc.

International Class Selections

Students will choose one course to study in.

 
BUSINESS
FINANCE
PRE-MED
CODING

Entrepreneurship

Entrepreneurship Academy teaches the fundamentals of launching a business. Students will get the opportunity to extend their financial literacy by delving deep into the world of startups. Students will also gain valuable hands-on experience and will be challenged to advance their analytical thinking. What you'll learn:
  • Create your own innovative startup idea and learn to adapt it to the current market.
  • Advance your financial literacy and gain valuable analytical skills to conduct market and customer research.
  • Dive into the components that structure a business plan and learn how to create one yourself.
  • Conduct a SWOT analysis and analyze product-market fit for your business idea.
  • Craft persuasive and informational elevator pitches to mock investors.
  • Analyze a business school case study and apply your findings to your own business.

Introductory Economics




Introductory Economics Academy teaches the core principles of microeconomics and macroeconomics. Participants will explore key concepts like market dynamics, supply and demand, and the impact of government policies on the economy. This program emphasizes hands-on learning, encouraging students to analyze real-world data, interpret trends, and evaluate the effects of economic decisions. Through case studies and interactive projects, students will develop critical thinking skills and learn how to apply economic reasoning to everyday issues. Students will learn about pioneer economic theorists and practical implementation within their lives. Additionally, the program will equip students with the tools to make informed decisions.
What you'll learn:

  • Understanding foundational economic principles such as supply and demand, market equilibrium, and elasticity.
  • Exploring the role of government policies, including fiscal and monetary policy, in shaping economic outcomes.
  • Analyzing how markets function, including competition, monopolies, and externalities.
  • Developing an understanding of international trade, exchange rates, and the global economy.
  • Examining personal economic decisions, such as budgeting, saving, and investment strategies, in the context of broader economic systems.
  • Understanding the impact of behavioral economics on decision-making at both individual and societal levels.

Biology & Chemistry

Biology and Chemistry Academy provides an opportunity for students to learn about genetics, immunology, CRISPR, and organic chemistry. Students will gain important medical background and take a deep dive into various diseases. The strong curriculum allows students to gain a better understanding of what being pre-med entails. What you'll learn:
  • Gain knowledge in genetics, immunology, and organic chemistry (including naming and structure).
  • Discuss the ethics behind the controversial topic of CRISPR.
  • Explore medical conditions, including Down Syndrome and Sickle Cell Anemia.
  • Learn about hydrocarbons, alkanes, alkyl side groups, and naming.
  • Take a deep dive into a specific inherited disease and have the opportunity to learn about diseases chosen by your peers.

Web Development

Web Development Academy provides an opportunity for students to learn the fundamentals of CSS and HTML, along with design and code best practices. Students will be taught concepts and programs that will reinforce their understanding of modern web-based applications. What you'll learn:
  • Dive into the fundamentals of the HTML coding language to create a functional website from scratch.
  • Use the CSS design language to add appeal and aesthetic to an existing website by manipulating different features and elements.
  • Experiment with the JavaScript language to integrate interactive features into a website, from hyperlinks, to buttons, to user engagement.
  • Create a final website project about you or your entrepreneurial endeavor using all of the HTML, CSS, and JavaScript skills you've learned throughout the course.

阿思丹定制班课题

学生可在以下课题中任选其一进行学习与探索

 
BUSINESS 商业
FINANCE 金融学
CODING 计算机编程

商业管理与战略




在本课题将致力于帮助学生了解如何解决企业所面临的一系列问题，学生们将以商业顾问的身份，学习如何剖析商业数据，从而拟定出问题的解决方案。此外，学生还将深入学习企业利润表与资产负债表知识，掌握公司估值的方法，并且明确评估企业年度经营绩效的方式，对并购等商业策略有更为透彻的理解。
你将学到：

  • 学会运用合理的商业逻辑有效解决企业问题
  • 通过学习商业管理知识，锻炼作为企业专业顾问如何优化企业发展
  • 剖析企业成功推出新产品、进军新市场以及为企业缔造正向现金流的各项评判标准
  • 深入探究实际企业案例，管理企业的物流与运营事宜
  • 解读企业利润表与资产负债表，进而理解企业在股票市场及所属行业中的表现状况

金融学入门


金融学入门将向学生传授金融学基础知识，在金融市场、公司金融以及风险管理等主题方面打下坚实基础。学生将踏入金融世界，学习如何探究诸如利率、货币时间价值以及金融机构的作用等核心概念。此外，学生还将获得投资组合管理和金融建模方面的经验，为今后在金融行业的从业角色做好准备。
你将学到：

  • 了解不同的资产类别，如股票、债券以及另类投资。
  • 学习如何分析股市趋势和经济指标。
  • 理解金融市场在财富创造与保值方面所起的作用。
  • 解读公司的利润表和资产负债表，以了解公司在股票市场及所处行业中的表现。



Python

本课题将为学生奠定良好的 Python 编程语言知识基础。学生将学习如何使用 Python 的数据类型和变量来表示及存储数据，如何利用循环和条件语句管理并编写代码，以及如何运用列表、字典等复杂的数据结构。此外，通过大量的 Python 编程
练习熟练掌握如何编写自定义函数和程序，培养逻辑思维与问题解决的能力。
在本课程中，学生将：

  • 理解 Python 的核心原理，并通过大量编程实践练习，收获一名软件开发人员的必备技能与思维模式
  • 使用 Python 的数据类型（整数、浮点数、布尔值、字符串、字典和列表）来呈现复杂数据
  • 学会使用 for 循环和 while 循环，并学习如何编写自定义函数
  • 掌握如何使用 Python 函数进行程序编写、设计、测试、可视化与分析

Sample Schedule

* The schedule is subject to change.

 

Date 9:00-11:30 12:30-17:00 After 17:00
Day 1 Arrivals
Day 2
  • Opening Ceremony
  • Group Brainstorming
  • Final project introduction
  • Lecture
  • Lecture
  • Keynote Speaker
  • Harvard Campus Tour
  • Review
  • Finish Academic Assignment
  • Preperation of final presentation
Day 3
  • Lecture
  • Group work: collaborative activity
  • Guest Speaker
  • Case study & Exploration
  • Workshops
  • Public Speaking Acticity
  • Lecture
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
  • Final Presentation
  • Closing Remarks
  • Awards Ceremony
  • Social Activity
Day 7
  • Boston Exploration:

Explore the MIT campus on a guided walking tour and the Freedom Trail(most popular tour highlights the revolutionary history)
Day 8
  • Arrive in New York
  • Check in
  • New York Exploration:

Visit the Fifth Avenue, Central Park, Times Square, etc.
Day 9
  • New York Exploration:

Visit the Statue of Liberty & the Metropolitan Museum of Art
Day 10 Departure

Program Information

■ Date:

July 13 - July 22, 2025

■ Grade:

9-12 (Born before July 13, 2011, at the age of 14 before the program starts.)

■ Requirements:

  • English language level equivalent to IELTS level 6.5 or TOEFL 90.
    *The international classes recruit students globally and offer opportunities for exchanges and learning with international students.

■ Fee:

Includes:

  • tuition, hotel accommodation fee(twin room), breakfast, excursions fees, ASEEDER group leader service fee; transport during the program (including two days of round-trip transportation between airports and accommodation, three days of cultural exploration in Boston and New York using coaches, and metro cards, or on foot for going to the Harvard campus during the study period); international insurance; study materials.

Excludes:

  • 1. Lunch and dinner;
  • 2. 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);
  • 3. Visa fee and visa service fee: 2800 RMB (ASEEDER's VIP visa service promises that if the visa is refused for reasons other than the client's own, the visa service fee will be fully refunded or the client will have the right to a second visa application free of service fee, and the program fee will also be fully refunded.)

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