THINK Summer Institute
2024 Program Dates:
Saturday, July 13 - Saturday, August 3
A gifted summer program for ages 13 to 16
The 2024 application is closed. The 2025 application will open in late 2024.
2024 THINK Information Session
Our three-week residential gifted summer program, located at the University of Nevada, Reno, is designed to meet the needs of high achieving students. We provide social connections with academically motivated peers, dynamic courses with the option to earn college credit, access to university resources, and memorable field trips and activities.
THINK Summer Institute Resources
The Davidson Institute’s THINK Summer program offers a challenging and enriching summer experience for gifted students, providing them with an opportunity to engage in intensive, interdisciplinary study alongside like-minded peers. Listed below are all the resources you’ll need to prepare for and apply to the THINK Summer Institute.
How to Apply
Review how to prepare application materials, the application process, and the review process. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and course placement is first-come, first-served, so we recommend applying early.
Eligibility
Review all necessary eligibility criteria for applying to THINK Summer Institute.
Tuition & Fees
Learn about THINK Summer Institute’s program fees, refund policy, and financial aid.
Why Choose THINK?
- Earn college credits
- Experience living on campus
- Build friendships with like-minded peers from all over the country
- Work closely with university faculty in small classes
- Pay less compared to other credit-offering programs (financial assistance also available)
THINK Summer Institute Information
Courses
Students choose from dynamic college courses to take during the program.
Campus Life
We are located at the beautiful University of Nevada, Reno. Learn more about the university housing and dining.
Schedule & Activities
Learn more about what a typical day at THINK looks like.
Policies & Resources
We have extensive information to help families prepare for camp.
Our Team
Our experienced team prepares year-round for a memorable summer.
FAQs
You've got questions - we've got answers!
Contact Us
Join the Summer Newsletter
Stay up-to-date on the latest information.
Send any additional inquiries to THINK@davidsongifted.org
Phone
We're available by phone at
775-852-3483
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The THINK Summer Institute was the most impactful to my experience as a profoundly gifted learner. For four years, THINK provided me with desperately needed academic rigor while also giving me the unique opportunity to connect with a large number of my gifted peers over a three-week time period.
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