Credit-Bearing Programs

These summer programs are opportunities for high school students to earn college credit. Stimulating learning environments allow students to develop their research, leadership, and additional skills in an inclusive setting. The Academic Programs listings are noncredit programs that may also be of interest.

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First Generation Business Summit

Interested in making a difference with business? Want to stay a week in a college dorm? Sign up for the First Generation Business Summit, a free, exclusive on-campus experience that will connect you with local business leaders, CSU faculty and first-generation college students!
Native American students working together while viewing a laptop screen.

Native Education Forum (NEF)

The Native Education Forum is a five-day summer program held on the Colorado State University campus for rising high school juniors, rising high school seniors, and incoming CSU freshmen. Participants gain firsthand university classroom experience, explore issues critical to tribal communities, and receive valuable guidance from professionals on the university application process.
High School students giving a thumbs up to their residential experience at CSU Alliance Zoetis Veterinary Perspectives Institute.

Alliance Zoetis Veterinary Perspectives Institute

This program is not offered in Summer 2026. The goal is for the program to return in 2027.
A group of students enjoy a festive day at the CSU Black Issues Forum (BIF) at Colorado State University.

Black Issues Forum (BIF)

The Black Issues Forum (BIF) is a five-day intensive summer program for rising high school seniors. This unique program is designed for thoughtful and committed students who want to enhance their leadership potential while discussing relevant issues facing today’s Black community.