Yale Young Global Scholars empowers the next generation of leaders by building a global community and designing interdisciplinary programs that foster intellectual curiosity, deepen understanding and inspire creative action across all borders.

Yale Young Global Scholars (YYGS) is an academic summer enrichment program for outstanding high school students from around the world. Each summer, students from over 125 countries participate in one of five interdisciplinary, 2-week sessions at Yale’s historic Old Campus. Immerse yourself in a global learning community at Yale this summer.

Yale Young Global Scholars emphasises an open, exploratory, and collaborative approach to learning. Our program is designed to allow students to experience learning in a variety of different university contexts, from large lectures to small seminars, and even the spontaneous learning that happens in dining halls and around campus.

We accept students between the ages of 15-16 who are current high school sophomores or juniors (or international equivalent).

YYGS accepts applications from ALL countries, and offers the opportunity for students to apply for need-based financial aid to students from ALL countries.

Create long-lasting connections, and get exposed to different disciplines and ideas. Don’t miss out on this unparalleled academic and leadership program. Apply today!