Brown Pre-College Programme 2026
Are you a high school student or in the first year of a bachelor’s degree, and would you like to spend the summer getting a real taste of pre-college life at Brown, the Ivy League university known for its Open Curriculum, where you choose your courses freely with no compulsory core? The enrichment programmes in Providence, Rhode Island offer an immersive experience lasting 1 to 7 weeks, giving you the chance to explore a subject in depth, spend time on a prestigious campus and strengthen your application for an international bachelor’s degree.
Brown Pre-College Programme: official booking
Enrolment, on-campus accommodation and YDS support are coordinated through our partner La Route des Langues.
The programme at a glance
The Brown Pre-College programmes in Providence, Rhode Island are run by Brown University (Brown Pre-College: Summer@Brown, Leadership Institute, STEM for Rising 9th-12th Graders). Typical format: residential, on campus, with student accommodation, meals included and teaching by professors or PhD students. Admission is selective and based on your application (transcripts, a personal statement and sometimes a recommendation letter and an interview).
On the same topic, read our article: Amherst College Admission 2026: Costs, Application.
Who is this programme for?
Students in the last two years of high school and first-year university students planning to apply internationally.
- English level: TOEFL iBT 90+ or IELTS 6.5+ (sometimes B2, assessed at interview)
- Academic profile: an average of 15/20 or a GPA of 3.5+, with a strong academic record
- Soft skills: independence and genuine curiosity about the subject
Programme content and skills developed
Lectures, hands-on workshops, small-group projects and field visits.
Key skills developed:
- Free choice of courses within Brown’s Open Curriculum
- Socratic seminars
- Research projects
- Public presentation of a final project
- Multidisciplinary exploration
By the end of the programme, you will have a completed project, an official certificate from the university and often a recommendation letter written by a supervising professor.
Also worth reading: Brown University Admission 2026: Costs, Application.
A typical day
The exact schedule varies by programme. Excursions and visits take place at weekends.
Also worth reading: Williams College Admission 2026: Costs, Application.
Costs and accommodation
2026 budget: $3,500 to $13,500, including tuition, accommodation and meals. Flights, travel health insurance and spending money are extra.
Booking through La Route des Langues, a YDS partner
Enrolment is handled by our partner La Route des Langues: programme selection, application, on-campus accommodation, airport transfers, adult supervision and 24/7 assistance. YDS provides admissions coaching to help you make the most of this programme in your bachelor’s application.
For further reading, see also: Middlebury College Admission 2026: Costs, Application.
See prices & book →Frequently asked questions
How long does the programme usually last?
1 to 7 weeks, depending on the format.
What level of English do I need?
TOEFL iBT 90+ or IELTS 6.5+ (B2–C1).
How do I enrol?
Through our partner La Route des Langues. Go to the booking page →
How can YDS help me make the most of this programme?
With full admissions coaching: see the service.
🎓 Ready to enrol?
2026 prices and availability from our partner La Route des Langues.
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