Calling all junior scholars!

Join us for a summer of discovery at Webb's Junior Scholars Program for rising 7th-, 8th- and 9th-graders.

A summer boarding experience in Southern California.

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Immerse yourself in a world of endless possibilities.

Nestled at the foothills of the majestic San Gabriel Mountains, our campus provides the perfect backdrop for your journey of exploration and growth. Bask in the camaraderie of like-minded peers, challenge yourself academically, and let your passions soar in a safe and inspiring environment.

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Choose from five program tracks:

  • Students will be immersed in the world of the research paleontologist as they learn the latest methods and technologies for reconstructing our prehistoric world. The Raymond M. Alf Museum of Paleontology at The Webb Schools is a one-of-a-kind science research institution: a nationally accredited museum housed on the school campus. With a collection of over 195,000 specimens, including rare discoveries spanning 500 million years of global history, the museum is a perfect site for students to dig into science and explore the fossil record.

  • In many fields, young people are taking the lead in imagining and building more inclusive, fair and sustainable communities. Do you want to be one of them? The major political and social issues our world faces — including environmental protection, immigration, economic development and human rights — will affect everyone and cross national boundaries. Join peers from around the world in uncovering the complexity behind these issues. You will participate in games, debates, case studies and simulations that allow you to deliberate on and discuss the same issues that global community leaders confront. Interactive challenges and training in communication, critical thinking, teamwork, problem solving and empathy will help you develop the skills to make ethical decisions and advocate for change as a global changemaker.

  • Learn how to ask probing scientific questions and design hands-on experiments. This course will guide students to think like scientists as they engage in research in our cutting-edge advanced science lab. From chemistry to neuroscience and robotics to marine biology, students will be immersed in real science. Students will use everything from Bunsen burners and beakers to circuit boards and microscopes to construct an understanding of how the world works.

  • Students will make, create and explore at the intersection of art, media and technology. From graphic design to coding and photography, 3-D printing to rotoscoping, students will cultivate their artistic interests and discover new passions.

  • Through hands-on labs and practicums, students will explore fields in the medical and healthcare professions, including anatomy and physiology, neuroscience, molecular biology, biochemistry, psychology, mental health kinesthetics and sports medicine, bioethics and public health. Students will learn their way around a state-of-the-art lab facility, become familiar with surgical tools through a dissection, gain critical lifesaving skills through training in the basics of First Aid and deliberate on the privileges and responsibilities of caring for human life.

Junior Scholars Program for July 2024

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Session 1: July 8–17
Bridge Session: July 17–19
Session 2: July 19–28

Tuition per session:
$3,100 (domestic students)
$3,260 (international students)
$450 Bridge Session

Junior Scholars offers limited need-based financial aid.

For more information, contact the Summer Office:

Dr. Susanna Linsley
Director of Summer Programs
summer@webb.org
(909) 482-5252

Experience the magic of boarding school life while guided by our dedicated faculty and staff.

Participate in afternoon and evening activities, from adrenaline-pumping sports to exciting outings, ensuring every moment is packed with excitement and adventure.

Embark on field trips to Southern California’s most iconic destinations.

Enjoy the ocean breeze on class beach trips, make a splash in our state-of-the-art aquatics center, and conquer the foothills on exhilarating hikes. Relish the warmth of cozy fire pits outside the dorms and savor the delights of our healthy dining hall feasts.

Smiling, excited students engage with an exhibit at the California Science Center during a field trip to the museum.
Girls laugh and hug while playing in water sprinklers during the Junior Olympics on Webb's Chandler Field.
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At Webb, summer isn't just an escape—it's a vibrant tapestry of unforgettable memories and endless possibilities. It’s your home away from home, where dreams come alive, and the spirit of adventure never fades!

Priority application deadline is March 15, 2024.

  1. Fill out the online application at CampInTouch.

  2. Upload transcript or school report card to CampInTouch.

  3. Have a teacher complete the recommendation form available at CampInTouch.

  4. Junior Scholars offers limited need-based financial aid. You can find an application for financial aid in the online portal after you have submitted your application.

  • Families will be charged tuition automatically by credit card or echeck when they are accepted and enrolled. Students who are accepted in March will have a two week cancellation period during which they can withdraw for a full refund, after which time tuition is nonrefundable. Students accepted in April will have a one week cancellation period during which they can withdraw for a full refund. Students accepted in May will have a one week cancellation period when they can withdraw with a 50% refund, after which time tuition is nonrefundable. For students accepted in June, tuition is nonrefundable.

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COVID-19 Vaccination Policy: Given the residential nature of our program and the location on a residential campus, we continue to require Junior Scholars to be fully up-to-date with their Covid-19 vaccinations, including all recent boosters. If you would like to request a medical exemption, please contact the program director, Dr. Susanna Linsley, at summer@webb.org.