Presents advice on using summer opportunities to help gain entrance into selective universities and provides guidance on researching, choosing, and applying for summer programs.

Record numbers of teens are applying to selective universities and the competition to gain entrance into college is tougher than ever before. The 2016-2017 edition of The Best Summer Programs for Teens helps teenagers find the coolest, most exciting, and most fulfilling summer programs across the United States. College-planning expert Sandra L. Berger provides students and parents with advice on using summer opportunities to help gain entrance into selective universities, and guidance on researching, choosing, applying for, and making the most out of summer programs. Students will be able to peruse the updated directory of more than 200 of the best summer opportunities in the areas of academic enrichment; fine arts; internships and paid positions; leadership and service; math, science, computer science, and technology; and study abroad or international travel, to find the program that fits them best.

College-bound high school students learn how to make the most of their summer vacation, with opportunities including summer academic programs, volunteer work, adventure camps and trips, and internships.

Provides an annotated list of more than four thousand paperbacks, including fiction, poetry, and books on religion, art, crafts, sports, science, music, history, and education.

Handbook for high school students offering advice on college planning and career exploration.