Requirements

College/School Eligibility:

  • Brooks School of Public Policy

Class Year Eligibility:

  • N/A

Open to:

  • Non-Cornell Students

Eligibility Requirements

All applicants must:

  • Be 15–19 years old and have completed their sophomore year of high school by the program start date (July 6, 2027).
  • No student housing is available.
    • Reside in the Washington, DC Metropolitan area for commuting or
    • Have access to temporary housing in the Washington DC Metropolitan area for commuting
      • Students 18-19 years old: Students are responsible for their own temporary housing. 
      • Students under 18 years old: A parent/guardian must attest that temporary housing, and a supervising adult will be arranged for all times the student is not on campus.
  • Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. The Brooks School DC Summer Policy Institute does not offer F-1 or J-1 sponsorship, and international applicants would be responsible for checking with a qualified immigration attorney or their Designated School Official (DSO) at their home institution regarding their eligibility for the program.
  • Demonstrate academic readiness and personal maturity.