Our Guide to the Best Oxford Summer Schools 2026

Our Guide to the Best Oxford Summer Schools 2026

Browse summer schools and courses taking place in Oxford in summer 2026, and find your perfect Oxford summer school experience.

Welcome to the City of Dreaming Spires

Summer presents the perfect opportunity to broaden your understanding, experience new things and meet people from all over the world. And there's no better place for that than Oxford, one of the world's best universities and a stunning, historic city in which to spend a summer. Use our guide to browse summer schools running in Oxford in summer 2026 and to find your ideal summer course.

Find Inspirational Programs

Our guide only features the very best summer programs in Oxford with top summer school providers, all of which offer transformative summer experiences to international students from all over the world. View our pick of the very best Oxford summer schools below.

World Leading Oxford Summer Schools for Teens summer school World Leading Oxford Summer Schools for Teens logo Cambridge • London • New York • Oxford • Yale
From £6,995 Ages 12-18 Summer 2026

Experience Oxford Royale's summer programmes on campus at world leading universities, offering students a chance to dive into prestigious academic and cultural enrichment.

Academic Insights in Oxford & Cambridge summer school Academic Insights in Oxford & Cambridge logo Cambridge • Oxford
From £5,995 - £7,495 Ages 13-18 July and August 2026

University-style summer programmes in Cambridge and Oxford for ages 13–18, combining academic rigour, world-class teaching, and an authentic taste of student life.

Pre-university and Career experiences at Oxford College summer school Pre-university and Career experiences at Oxford College logo Oxford
From From £6,695 Ages 15-17 Summer 2026

The Oxford College Summer School by SBC offers high school students aged 15-17 an immersive academic experience in a prestigious university setting in Oxford.

The Oxford Tradition Summer School for Grades 10-12 summer school The Oxford Tradition Summer School for Grades 10-12 logo Oxford
From $12,225 USD Ages 15-18 Summer 2026

The Oxford Tradition Summer School, for grades 10-12, offers rigorous academic courses and cultural immersion at Oxford.

Exciting International Summer Programme in Oxford summer school Exciting International Summer Programme in Oxford logo Oxford
From £6,995 - £13,690 Ages 12-18 Summer 2026

Experience the history, culture, and architecture of Oxford while studying on one of Oxford Scholastica Academy's transformational, future-focused courses.

Inspirational Cambridge Summer School for Ages 13-18 summer school Inspirational Cambridge Summer School for Ages 13-18 logo Cambridge
From £7,900 Ages 13-18 Summer 2026

ISSOS at Cambridge is based in the extensive and beautiful grounds of The University of Cambridge, one of the UK's most prestigious universities.

Why Choose Oxford this Summer 2026?

Oxford blends rich history with academic prestige. Whether you’re attending seminars in ancient colleges or enjoying the city’s lively culture, studying here means stepping into a tradition of excellence that has shaped some of the world’s greatest minds.

The Radcliffe Camera, a host venue for Oxford Summer Schools
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Welcome to the City of Dreaming Spires

Oxford’s story is centuries old. Starting its tale as a medieval settlement named Oxenaforda (meaning a river crossing for oxen), Oxford is now world-renowned as the home of one of the leading academic institutions in the world. There’s much more to Oxford than meets than eye, and once you’ve meandered alongside the rippling rivers, marvelled at the age-old architecture and roamed through the eye-opening museum collections, you’ll find yourself enchanted by the City of Dreaming Spires.

The inside of a traditional Oxford university college dining hall, lit by lamps in the evening
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World-famous Historic Attractions

There is always something to do in Oxford, whether that be exploring one of the University Colleges, climbing the Carfax Tower or buying a book in the world-famous Blackwell’s Bookstore. It’s the perfect city for those with a thirst for exploration and discovery, especially as much of the city is walkable.

A row of statues of heads of famous Oxford University academics, scientists and philosophers
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Follow in the Footsteps of Greatness

Oxford University has inspired many famous academics and notable figures since 1096, including 28 British Prime Ministers, 55 Nobel Prize winners and 120 Olympic Gold medal winners. Prepare to embrace the scholarly spirit that courses through the city’s veins and take inspiration from the many gifted individuals who have visited before you.

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Oxford Summer Courses
Law (13-15 years old)

The Law summer school at Oxford Summer Courses, designed for 13-15 years old students, provides seminars and small group learning…

Oxford Summer Courses
Chemistry (13-15 years old)

The Chemistry summer school at Oxford Summer Courses, designed for 13-15 years old students, provides seminars and small group learning…

Summer Boarding Courses
Future Doctor at Headington Oxford

Future Doctors is a two-week programme for students who want to take their first steps into medicine. You’ll study how…

Oxbridge Academic Programs
Psychology (The Oxford Summer Seminar)

Led by cutting-edge researchers engaged in experimental psychology, students address a different topic each class. These include introductions to mental…

Immerse Education
Mathematics in Oxford for Ages 16-18

Solve complex equations in Oxford, following in the footsteps of world-renowned mathematicians.

Oxford Summer Courses
Mathematics (16-17 years old)

The Mathematics summer school at Oxford Summer Courses, designed for 16-17 years old students, provides tutorials and is priced from…

Bucksmore Education
Intensive English

Located in world-famous universities, these programmes are for enthusiastic students who want to accelerate their learning experience by putting their…

Oxford Summer Courses
Psychology (18-24 years old)

The Psychology summer school at Oxford Summer Courses, designed for 18-24 years old students, provides tutorials and is priced from…

Oxford Summer Courses
Environmental Science (13-15 years old)

The Environmental Science summer school at Oxford Summer Courses, designed for 13-15 years old students, provides seminars and small group…

Oxbridge Academic Programs
Politics and Economics (The Oxford Tradition)

Oxford's famous undergraduate degree, Politics, Philosophy, and Economics (PPE), is adapted for our students. They examine the governing institutions and…

Immerse Education
Economics in Oxford for Ages 13-15

Start understanding global economies in Oxford, where economic theories come to life.

Immerse Education
Art and Digital Design in Oxford (15-17 years old)

Improve your Art and Digital Design skills this summer

Oxbridge Academic Programs
Photography MINOR ONLY (The Oxford Experience)

Photographers of all levels of expertise spend much of their time in the field, pursuing assignments designed to improve their…

Oxford Scholastica Academy
Discover Technology Academy

Are you fascinated by rockets and robots? Do you love playing with computers? On this technology summer course, you’ll learn…

Oxbridge Academic Programs
Medicine (The Oxford Experience)

This hands-on course introduces students to key aspects of medicine and modern medical practice. Combining specialist lectures with experiments and…

Oxford Summer Courses
Engineering (13-15 years old)

The Economics summer school at Oxford Summer Courses, designed for 13-15 years old students, provides seminars and small group learning…

Immerse Education
Computer Science in Oxford for Ages 13-15

Begin your computing adventure in Oxford, a city at the forefront of technological innovation.

Oxford Summer Courses
Leadership (13-15 years old)

The Leadership summer school at Oxford Summer Courses, designed for 13-15 years old students, provides seminars and small group learning…

Oxbridge Academic Programs
Law (The Oxford Summer Seminar)

Students examine the British and American legal systems and learn how they reflect the values and institutions of their respective…

Oxbridge Academic Programs
Green Futures: Solutions to Environmental Challenges (The Oxbridge Institute for Advanced Studies)

The course will begin by introducing students to the approaches and techniques required to carry out a successful research project…

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