University and Pre-College Programmes
Two programmes, one enriching learning experience this summer
with Sciences Po, France’s leading university in the Social Sciences!
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This summer, study at Sciences Po, France’s leading university in the Social Sciences!
This summer, study at Sciences Po, France’s leading university in the Social Sciences!
Discover Sciences Po
Founded in 1872, Sciences Po is a highly selective research university known for its academic excellence and international focus. Every year, this prestigious institution opens its doors to students, graduates, and professionals from around the world for intensive study programmes in the Social Sciences.
The Summer School offers two types of programmes:
Study Social Sciences or French language
The Summer School inspires students to cultivate their academic curiosity as they expand their perspectives and learn to tackle today’s most pressing issues.
Courses are organised in small-group, interactive seminars that allow students to engage closely with renowned professors and other keen students from around the world. These specially designed courses allow for maximum interaction through debates and discussions. Participants in the Summer School’s University Programmes can choose the Social Sciences Track or the French Language Track.
Students can choose to take an optional elective course to explore a new topic, or to explore a new topic, or develop new skills.
Discover University Academics and Study the Social Sciences Online or On Campus
The Summer School inspires students to cultivate their academic curiosity as they expand their perspectives and learn to tackle today’s most pressing issues.
The Pre-College Programmes provide an enriching learning experience that allow high school students to prepare for university studies.
This summer, students can choose to join us in France for the on-campus programme or participate from anywhere in the world in the online programmes.
Online Programmes: Two Negociation Bootcamps
The Summer School is offering high school students the opportunity to participate in our online programmes focused on developing their negotiation skills, as well as introducing them to contemporary global issues.
- Risks and Regulations of Artificial Intelligence and New Technologies Bootcamp
- World Climate Negotiations Bootcamp
These Negotiations bootcamps will not only allow students to learn about international relations theories, but also put them into practice right away through role-playing exercises that include interactive rounds of simulation.
The online programmes are ideal for students who are passionate about pressing international issues, who are also curious to learn more about International relations and diplomacy.
Social Sciences track
In the Social Sciences track, students delve into Sciences Po’s key disciplines, such as International Relations, Political Science or Economics. Courses are taught in English by Sciences Po professors and researchers.
Students can also develop essential skills for their studies and the workplace with an optional academic and professional workshop.
Social sciences courses for Summer 2025 include:
June session
- Internet & Politics
- Tackling Inequality and Social Risks: A Global Perspective
- Diplomacy in Times of Global Crises: Theory & Practice
- World Politics
- Economics of Conflict
- The European Equation: Europe in a Globalizing World
- The Age of Economists: Globalization, Growth and Inequalities
- Contemporary Challenges to Democracy
- Human Rights Advocacy
- Human Security
- A Rising Invisible Majority? Capital, Labour and the Welfare State in Contemporary Political Economy
- Sustainable Development and Climate Action
French language track
Students can participate in the French language track to fine-tune their language skills and put them to use right away, as they enjoy an unforgettable Parisian summer.
The French language track offers courses for all levels, from complete beginners to advanced speakers. Classes focus on developing language skills, while also delving into French culture and contemporary issues in France. The core French language classes also include oral and written expression workshops.
On-campus programme in Reims
During two and a half weeks in July, students in the on-campus programme undertake rigorous coursework in the social sciences, which introduces them to the key disciplines and methodologies of a Sciences Po education.
Summer School courses are organised in small-group, interactive seminars that allow students to engage closely with renowned professors and other keen students from around the world.
These specially designed courses allow for maximum interaction through debates and discussions.
Master classes, taught entirely in English by Sciences Po professors, introduce students to Sciences Po’s core subjects through the study of current international issues. Tutorials also prepare students for university studies in France and abroad by introducing them to the academic methodology that they will encounter in higher education.
Elective classes allow students to delve into one core discipline, such as International Relations, Political Science or Sociology.
Elective courses for the Summer 2025 on-campus programme include:
- International Law and Dispute Resolution
- La Démocratie en Europe (taught in French)
- Foreign Policy and International Relations in a Globalized World
- European Union Foreign Policy
- Get a Deal
Students can also enjoy French culture through a social and cultural programme in Paris and Reims.
Become part of
Sciences Po’s International Community
Become part of
Sciences Po’s International Community
Participants will be able to study alongside other students from around the world, online and in person, and connect to an international community. In 2024, students from over 60 countries and a diverse range of academic and professional backgrounds joined the University Programmes.
Through this programme, participants will be able to study alongside other students from around the world and connect to an international community, both online and in person. In 2024, students from almost 40 nationalities and a diverse range of academic backgrounds joined the Pre-College Programmes.
Discover French Culture in Reims and Paris
Students in the on-campus programme will live in both Reims and Paris, and study on two of Sciences Po’s most beautiful campuses.
The academic programme takes place on the Reims campus of Sciences Po, located in the historic city centre and in the heart of France’s famous Champagne region.
The programme includes a weekend in Paris, where students can discover Sciences Po’s flagship campus in the historic Saint-Germain-des-Prés neighbourhood. Accommodations and meals are provided by the Summer School both on and off-campus.
Session Dates
June session: June 2nd – June 27th, 2025
July session: July 1st – July 25th, 2025
Students may combine both the June and July sessions.
Tuition Fees
One session in the Social Sciences or French Language Track: 2 900 €
Two sessions in the Social Sciences and/or French Language Track: 5 200 €
Admitted students who complete their registration for two sessions by February 28th, 2025 are eligible for an early bird discount of 200 €.
Practical Information
Core course in the social sciences track: 6 ECTS credits
Core course in the French language track: 6 ECTS credits
Elective course: 3 ECTS credits
Application Deadlines
June session: April 16th, 2025
July session: May 7th, 2025
June & July sessions: April 16th, 2025
Programme Dates
On-campus progamme: July 5th – July 22nd 2025
Online progamme:
Risks and Regulations of Artificial Intelligence and New Technologies Bootcamp: June 16th – June 26th, 2025
World Climate Negotiations Bootcmap: June 30th – July 9th, 2025
Programme Fees
On-campus programme: 6 000 €
Online programme: 2 000 €
Fees include:
On-Campus Programme Fees include:
- All courses, books and study materials
- Accommodation and meals
- Social and cultural programme
- Transportation during the programme
Online Programme Fees include:
- Online resources and study materials
- Access to Sciences Po’s library resources
Application Deadlines
On-campus programme: April 16th, 2025
Online Programmes: May 14th, 2025
Student Testimonies
Student Testimonies
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