Boston Area Student Extracurricular Activities
Boston’s students, both local and online, engage in diverse extracurriculars, ranging from robotics clubs and volunteering to virtual art and coding websites.
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Educational Advocates
Our objective is to guide the family in finding options where the student will not only get admitted, but thrive and find success once on campus.
Wharton University - Understanding Your Money
Wharton’s online program helps students learn money-management, budgeting, & investing strategies.
Excel High School: STEM Mechanical Engineering Course
Dive into the fascinating world of mechanical engineering with Excel High School's comprehensive introductory course.
Georgetown University Pre-College Program: Cybersecurity Course
This course unveils how cyberspace evolved, how it opened the door for cyberattacks, & how the world of the dark web came to exist.
iD Tech: Computer Science and Cybersecurity Classes
iD Tech offers online coding, game development, robotics, & design courses for kids & teens, taught by expert instructors.
MIT - MITES Semester
Join MITES Semester (formerly MOSTEC) for a six-month STEM & college preparation experience.
SHPE: Virtual STEM Labs
We provide K-12 students access to a variety of opportunities in science, technology, engineering, & math!
Tufts Pre-College: Engineering & Computer Science Programs
Explore your academic interests at an advanced level with college courses at Tufts University that are open to high school students.
University of Notre Dame - Pre-College Online Program: STEM
Notre Dame's pre-college online STEM-related courses feature dynamic video lessons by renowned faculty, & access to mentors.
Young Wonks: Online Coding Classes
Computer science classes with robotics, Internet of Things (IOT) & game development based curriculum.
edX: Engineering
edX offers a wide range of online engineering courses from, covering topics like mechanical, electrical, and civil engineering.
Veritas AI - AI + Finance
A 10-week course that explores AI in finance, featuring lectures, hands-on projects, & predictive modeling for stock price prediction.
University of Notre Dame - Pre-College Online Program: Business
This course guides you through the fundamentals & exciting inner workings of the world of business.
The Stock Market Game
Our website allows students to learn investing & personal finance through simulated stock market experiences.
BerkeleyX: Entrepreneurship For All (Part I): The UC Berkeley Startup Guide for students by Silicon Valley Insiders - edX
This is the Silicon Valley insiders’ guide to entrepreneurship.
Council for Economic Education Program - Invest in Girls
Our program offers free online & in-person resources to help young women learn about money management.
FutureLearn
Learn economics online from basic to advanced theory & gain a deeper understanding of why & how our economies work.
Georgetown University - Online Business Programs
Pre-college online courses for high school students to explore entrepreneurship, marketing, investing, & more.
Investopedia
Investopedia offers expert financial education with articles, tutorials, & tools on investing, personal finance, & market analysis.
Tinkercad - 3D Design
Tinkercad is a free, web-based tool for 3D design, electronics, and coding, ideal for beginners and educators.
The American Institute of Architecture Students
Explore architecture programs, resources, & career paths with AIAS's Study Architecture platform.
Skillshare: Architecture Classes
Skillshare offers online architecture classes on design, 3D modeling, & more, for all skill levels.
SCAD Pre-College Programs: Joint Enrollment
SCAD offers pre-college art & design programs, preparing talented students for creative, professional careers.
RISD Pre-College
An immersive online experience for those interested in pursuing art & design in college & want to learn how to develop their work.
24/7 Teach: AI - Prompt Engineering Bootcamp
Embark on a journey into the fascinating world of AI Prompt Engineering in our specially designed bootcamp for teens
ArchitectureCourses.org
On this six-week course, you’ll improve your sketching skills & learn from our experts to help you prepare for a career in 3D design.
MIT OpenCoursewWare: Introduction to Architecture & Environmental Design
The design of architecture as well as urbanism & landscape are examined in context of the larger influence of the arts & sciences.
HarvardX: The Architectural Imagination
Learn fundamental principles of architecture by studying some of history’s most important buildings.
Future Learn: Introduction to Freehand Drawing for Architecture, Interiors, and Design
A student-run nonprofit that promotes excellence in architecture through education, resources, collaboration.
Berkley Extension: Art and Design
Ensure Berkeley is on your résumé by taking one course or completing a certificate to help you start, advance, or change a career.
A Plus Program - Writing Workshops
We are proud to offer writing workshops for students in Boston, MA, and the surrounding areas.
Poetry Out Loud Mass
We host a national recitation contest that builds public speaking skills, confidence, & appreciation for poetry through performance.
Fine Arts Work Center - in Provincetown, MA
We are an artist-led organization that supports artistic freedom & nurtures creative connections with a wide variety of events.
Write Boston - Teens in Print After School Program
Students who join our program connect with peers from across Boston, learn about writing & media, & publish writing on our website.
Straw Dogs Writers Guild - in Northampton, MA
Straw Dog Writers Guild is an all-volunteer 501(c)3 organization, committed to paying writers for their presentations.
826 Boston - After School Writing and Tutoring Program - in Roxbury, MA
Students work one-on-one with trained tutors to complete homework, read aloud, & embark on publishing their writing.
Mass Poetry
We provide a weekly writing & performance workshop series for teens led by Mass Poetry’s Poetry Coalition Fellow Anthony Febo.
BPL - Parker Hill Writing Group - in Roxbury, MA
Join us for a monthly gathering of writers dedicated to honing their craft, exploring new ideas, & sharing their works in progress.
Boston Anthenaeum - Events & Programs
We are a member-supported library, museum, & cultural center with rare books, art, & events, open to all.
Early Design Education - Equity in Design Mentorship - in Boston & Cambridge, MA
An academic and professional mentorship program for diverse Boston area high school students who are interested in design.
Tufts Pre-College - Economics - in Medford, MA
Browse our catalog of pre-college economics courses available to high school students.
Tufts University Pre-College: Hydrology of the Built Environment
Ambitious high school students have the opportunity to learn from renowned faculty and experience.
Boston Society of Landscape Architects - Studios and Events
If you want to connect, learn, or grow, there are things here for you.
BAC - Pre-College CityLab Experience
The Boston Architectural College’s Pre-College CityLab Intensive Experience is a 4-day program designed for students to explore.
YouthBuild Boston - The Designery - in Roxbury, MA
This 6-9 month academic and construction trades program is for young people aged 17-24 who do not have a high school diploma.
Tufts Pre-College - Engineering - in Medford, MA
Browse our catalog of pre-college engineering courses available to high school students.
MITES - Saturdays - in Cambridge, MA
MITES Saturdays offers 7th–12th graders a multi-year STEM program to build skills, explore tech, and grow academically.
Science Club for Girls - Junior Mentor - in Cambridge, MA
The Junior Mentor Program empowers 8–12th grade girls & gender-expansive youth to grow in STEM & leadership.
Junior Economic Club of Boston
A nonprofit, student led organization that fosters meaningful connections between professionals and students to inspire new leaders.
Federal Reserve Bank of Boston - TIP Internship Program
The Boston Fed's paid internship program, providing Boston high schoolers with skills, coaching & career pathways.
Community Boat Building
Students apply classroom skills in math, engineering, and teamwork to build wooden rowboats and explore marine science.
SeaPerch Program
Educational program where students build underwater ROVs, gaining hands-on experience in naval architecture and marine engineering.
Massachusetts DECA
Prepares emerging leaders in marketing, finance, hospitality, and management through conferences, competitions, and experiences.
Junior Achievement of Greater Boston: JA Economics®
One semester course that helps students understand financial literacy and core economic principles.
Massachusetts Afterschool Partnership STEM Programs
Offers a list of after-school and summer programs, internships, and jobs to expand youth access to and interest in STEM careers.
Creative Writing for Teenagers - Professional Writing Academy
A course by Professional Writing Academy, offering a fun & interactive way to develop your writing skills & unleash your creativity.
NaNoWriMo's Young Writers Program
Aspiring teen authors can set goals, track progress, & write their own novel during National Novel Writing Month!
Scholastic Art & Writing Awards
We celebrate creative teens by providing opportunities to showcase their work in art, writing, & more.
Teen Ink
A platform where teens can share their creative writing, artwork, & photography while connecting with one another.
Unbound: Teen Creative Writing - Gotham Workshops
Unleash your creativity as a writer, while learning the tricks of the trade.
Unlock Your Inner Storyteller - The Writing District
Our 6-week online creative writing class for teenagers is designed to spark your imagination & unleash your inner storyteller.
Video Game Writing - Gotham Workshops
You’ll learn about structuring a story, crafting a script, world-building, characters in gameplay, & the intricacies of the medium.
Workshops - Lighthouse Writers
Online creative writing workshops, led by expert instructors. Hone your craft and connect with fellow writers.
Writing Classes - MasterClass
Get unlimited access to all 200+ classes taught by the world's best, starting at $10/month.
