2022 Program Dates - Summer
We are excited to have both Online Programs and On-Campus Programs for summer 2022. Whether you are looking for a residential experience on a campus or academic enrichment you can take part in from home (or anywhere!), we've got you covered. Join us!
Looking for Programs for Adults? See Great Books Programs for Adults here.

Summer 2022 Programs

We are thrilled to offer a host of exciting choices for students entering grades 6-8, grades 9-12, and graduating seniors! Six weeks of lively Online Programs begin in June. Multiple weeks of great On-Campus Programs on the campuses of Haverford College, Amherst College, Pepperdine University, and Stanford University. Abroad programs at Oxford, and in Madrid. And our one-week program at sea, A Tall Ship Adventure!
Great Books Literature and Discussion Program use literature as the catalyst for lively seminars that build critical thinking, close reading, and civil discourse skills. Great Books students embark on an amazing intellectual journey designed to challenge and support intellectually curious minds and prepare them to take command of their own best thinking and powers of expression. Great Books delivers excellent preparation for seminar-style college classes and for the life skill of thinking well on one's feet.
Writer's Workshop is an intensive writing program offered on the campuses of Amhert College and Pepperdine University as well as Online. Aspiring young authors learn nuanced writing techniques and gain experience across genres and styles with our distinguished faculty of published authors and accomplished writers. Works well as a stand-alone program or a great addition to our traditional discussion-based Great Books literature programs.
Middle School Programs grades 6 - 8
and High School Programs grades 9 - 12
On-Campus:
At Haverford College | Dates | |
One Week Program | July 10 - July 16 |
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One Week Program | July 17 - July 23 |
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One Week Program | July 24 - July 30 |
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Two Week Program | July 10 - July 23 |
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Two Week Program | July 17 - July 30 |
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Three Week Program | July 10 - July 30 |
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At Pepperdine University | Dates | |
One Week Program | June 26 - July 2 |
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Writer's Workshop at Pepperdine University |
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One Week Program | July 3 - July 9 |
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Combine both for a two-week session! |
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At Stanford University | Dates | |
One Week Program | July 10 - July 16 |
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One Week Program | July 17 - July 23 |
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Two Week Program | July 10 - July 23 |
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Two Week Program | July 17 - July 30 |
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At Amherst College | Dates | |
One Week Program | June 26 - July 2 |
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One Week Program | July 3 - July 9 |
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Two Week Program | June 26 - July 9 |
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Writer's Workshop at Amherst College | Dates | |
One Week Program | July 10 - July 16 |
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Combine for a multi-week session! |
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Great Books Online
Eastern/Pacific | Dates | |
Seminar & Discussion | June 19 - June 24 |
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Seminar & Discussion | June 26 - July 1 |
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Seminar & Discussion | July 10 - July 15 |
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Writer's Workshop | July 3 - July 8 |
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Asia | Dates | |
Seminar & Discussion | July 24 - July 29 |
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Writer's Workshop | July 31 - Aug 5 |
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Literary Travel Adventures for Grades 9 - 12
Tall Ship Adventure | Dates | |
One Week Program | July 24 - July 30 |
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Madrid | Dates |
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One Week Program | July 3 - July 9 |
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One Week Program | July 10 - July 16 |
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Two Week Program | July 3 - July 16 |
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University of Oxford | Dates |
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One Week Program | July 17 - July 23 | Waitlist Only |
One Week Program | July 24 - July 30 | Waitlist Only |
Two Week Program | July 17 - July 30 | Waitlist Only |
Madrid & Oxford | Dates |
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Two-Week Program | July 3 - July 23 | Waitlist Only |
The Choice is Yours!
Combine sessions, programs, and even campuses to create your own Great Books experience. Request information to stay up to date with program announcements!
Have questions? Contact us. We're happy to help!