Welcome to the City of Dreaming Spires
Summer presents the perfect opportunity for high school students to broaden their 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 2025 and to find your idea summer course.
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.
Why Choose Oxford for your 2025 Summer School?
Blend of the Old with the New
Oxford is a modern city that keeps one foot in the past. The cobbled streets and skyscraping spires reveal the historical side of Oxford, whilst the bustling Westgate shopping centre and lively Cowley Road show a much more modern perspective of the city. For students who want to spend the summer exploring the traditional aspects of a British city combined with modern pastimes, Oxford is just the place.
World-beating 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. Check out the links below for a landmark map and virtual tour of the city.
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.
Best Oxford Summer Schools 2025
Pre-university and Career experiences at Oxford College
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.
Price from £6,495 / 2 or 4 weeks
Academic Insights in Oxford & Cambridge
The Academic Insights programmes at Oxford and Cambridge provide an in-depth academic experience in a range of subjects for students aged 13-18.
Price from £6,995 / 2 weeks
World Class Oxford & Cambridge Summer Schools for Teens
Experience Oxford Royale's summer programs at Oxford and Cambridge, offering students a chance to dive into prestigious academic and cultural enrichment.
Price from £6,995 / 2 weeks
Oxford Advanced University Preparation Programme
The Oxford Advanced University Preparation Programme by Bucksmore is an intensive, academic course for ambitious students, focusing on first-year undergraduate-level study and university admissions skills.
Price from £2655 (pw) / 2 or 4 weeks
The Oxford Tradition Summer School for Grades 10-12
The Oxford Tradition Summer School, for grades 10-12, offers rigorous academic courses and cultural immersion at Oxford.
Price from $12,225 USD / 25 days
Career Prepation Summer Programmes in Oxford & London
Bucksmore Career Preparation Summer Programmes in Oxford & London offer dynamic, hands-on experiences in various professional fields for students aged 13-17.
Price from £2,470 (pw) / 2 weeks
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Intensive English
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£1770 - St hilda's, £1990 - Kings College / week -
13-15;16-18 -
2 July-13 August
Our intensive English programme is for enthusiastic students who want to accelerate their learning experience by putting their language skills…
English Literature (The Oxford Tradition)
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$12,225
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16 -18
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July - August 2024
This course examines some of the great works of English literature from Chaucer to Zadie Smith amidst the evocative surroundings…
Experience Computer Science & Coding Academy
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£6,995 / 2 Weeks
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13-15,16-18
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July - August
Are you looking to find out about cutting edge developments in technology, such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), or wanting to…
Global Business (The Oxford Tradition)
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$12,225
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16 -18
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July - August 2024
Students are exposed to the mechanisms, institutions, and principles that underpin modern business. They address the main business principles of…
Classics (The Oxford Tradition)
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$12,225
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16 -18
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July - August 2024
This course examines the literature, philosophy, history, art, and scientific thought of Ancient Greece and Rome. From readings of classical…
Advanced Studies Programe
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£ 2,655.00 / week
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16-18
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2-30 July
Our dynamic team of tutors, many of whom are Oxbridge alumni, will guide students through engaging lessons that utilise a…
Journalism and the Consumption of News (The Oxford Tradition)
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$12,225
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16 -18
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July - August 2024
Students become full-time journalists, acquiring and perfecting their research, composition, editing, and formatting skills as they discover the varied skills…
Astronomy (The Oxford Experience)
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$12,225
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13-15
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July - August 2024
Students are introduced to one of mankind’s oldest and most scientifically advanced areas of study. They learn about Cosmology, the…
Discover Business Academy
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£6,995 / 2 Weeks
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8-12,13-15
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July - August
Are you interested in business, or do you dream of running your own company?Oxford Scholastica’s Discover Business Academy offers an…
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Authentic summer experiences in Oxford and Cambridge, curated by the Oxford Summer Courses Guide.