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Vanderbilt Programs for Talented Youth students

Programs for Talented Youth

Research-based programs that give curious, motivated students the chance to explore ideas, work with expert mentors, and grow academically in ways that feel both challenging and exciting. 

Summer 2026 Courses Announced!

  • SAVY: Grades K-8

    Weeklong summer classes.

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  • VSA: Grades 7-12

    One-week residential precollege program.

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  • VSI: Grades 11-12

    Two-week residential precollege program.

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Level up your learning.

Explore options for different grade levels, educators and parents looking to support their students.

K-8

For younger learners who need a challenge, our small classes led by Vanderbilt content experts and skilled educators help you explore big ideas and build new skills.

Precollege

Tackle advanced topics and collaborate with mentors who know their field. Stretch yourself academically while getting a feel for life on a top university campus.

Educators

Through workshops, courses and research-informed resources, learn to better understand and support gifted and high-ability students.

Parents

Find guidance, community and resources to support your academically advanced children’s social, emotional and academic development.

What Makes Us Unique

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Powered by one of the nation’s leading education schools, Vanderbilt’s Peabody College, Programs for Talented Youth offer year-round opportunities that challenge and inspire advanced learners. With residential, day and virtual options, plus resources for families and educators, PTY creates a space where high-ability students can explore interests, build confidence, and take their learning to the next level.

Quick Guide

Vanderbilt Summer Academy (VSA)​
One-week, accelerated precollege residential program designed to give students a strong balance of community and intensive academics. June and July sessions available. Options for grades 7-12. 
VSA FAQs​

Vanderbilt Summer Institutes (VSI)​
Two-week, intensive precollege residential program designed to give students a taste of university-level academics at one of the nation's top universities. June and July sessions available. Grades 11-12.​
VSI FAQs​

Vanderbilt Mentor Immersion (VMI)​
Virtual mentorship experience offering in-depth exposure in an academic field with an expert mentor and a small group of peers. School year and summer sessions available. Grades 10-12.
VMI FAQs​

Mini Mentorship​
In-depth, monthlong exploration of a specific academic field with an expert mentor and a small group of peers. School year sessions available. Grades 7-9.

Summer Academy at Vanderbilt for the Young (SAVY)​
Accelerated classes are designed for academically advanced young scholars taught by master teachers, Vanderbilt staff and content experts. All classes are held on Vanderbilt’s Peabody campus. Weeklong sessions are available in summer. Saturday options are available in the fall and spring.  Grades K-6.
SAVY FAQs​

Career Connections at SAVY​
Programs designed to immerse high ability students into a topic of study at an advanced level and gain an understanding of application to potential future careers. Weeklong sessions are available in summer. Saturday options are available in the fall and spring. Grades 7-8.
SAVY FAQs​

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My daughter really loved the program. She felt really inspired about what she was learning and was excited to be challenged in her work.”


Parent of SAVY student