New York Area Student Extracurricular Activities
New York 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.
The Met Internship Program for High School Students
This paid internship offers NYC high schoolers hands-on experience in art, museums, and creative fields with year-round mentorship.
New York City Office of the Mayor Internship
Offers internships for high schoolers to explore city government, gain skills, and develop a community service project.
826 NYC
From field trips to school residency programs, to weekend, & after-school workshops, kids write their paths forward all year long.
Stony Brook University Engineering Programs for Middle School Students
Offers hands-on engineering programs taught by STEM grad students, available in-person, remotely, or in a hybrid format.
The City College of New York STEM Institute
Offers free STEM and test prep programs designed to challenge, inspire, and prepare underrepresented students for academic success.
The STEM Alliance - in Larchmont, NY
STEM Alliance brings hands-on STEM programs to schools & communities, inspiring students through interactive learning.
NYC Votes Youth Ambassador Program
An initiative for New Yorkers aged 14-19 who are committed to increasing youth engagement in local elections.
NYU Pre-College - Politics
You can earn college credits, connect with NYU faculty & classmates, & explore interests that will shape your academic future.
YMCA Youth & Government Clubs
A program dedicated to teaching youth to use the democratic process to affect change that has a real impact on their communities.
Young Invincibles - Young Advocates Program & Youth Advisory Board
The Young Advocates Program & Youth Advisory Board train young leaders in advocacy, policy, & civic engagement.
NYU Tandon School of Engineering K12 STEM Education Programs
Offers programs with unique opportunities for in-depth STEM learning, including specialized topics in engineering.
Hudson Valley Writers Center - in Sleepy Hollow, NY
The Center fosters a vibrant literary arts community that empowers writers & readers of diverse ages, talents, & backgrounds.
New Era Creative Space - in Peekskill, NY
We offer performing & visual arts, leadership & empowerment, & STEM programming for young people ages 5-18.
NY Public Library - Writing Classes
NYPL offers writing classes for teens, helping them develop their skills through creative workshops & guided instruction.
NYU - Future Dramatic Writers Workshop
A free, highly-focused academic & professional writing program for students who wish to write for theatre, film, & television.
Poets House
Poets House exists to create a welcoming home for poets, poetry readers, & for those who are exploring poetry.
Ubran World - Youth Programs
Urban Word offers youth-focused programs that promote creative expression through writing, spoken word, & performance.
Writopia Lab
Our age-based workshops give young writers the opportunity to work on their own pieces alongside a maximum of eight peers.
Youth Communication - YC Writing Program
Join a group of 10-12 young people who will explore making change in Youth Communication’s annual summer writing workshop.
The Barrow Group - 1-Year Teen Ensemble
A professional training program designed to build on the actor’s existing set of skills & take training to the next level.
Brooklyn Museum: By Teens, For Teens
Ready to expand your mind & meet fellow art lovers? Check out classes, paid internships, & free events.
Craftsman Ave - Workshops in Brooklyn
Hands-on DIY workshops where you can build, create, & learn new skills in woodworking, metalworking, & more. No experience needed!
Creatively Wild Art Studio - Teen Art Classes in Brooklyn
Our curriculum supports & develops real progress by equipping students with the tools they need to become the artists they want to be.
Infinity Visual and Performing Arts
A creative space where young artists grow through mentorship, collaboration, & hands-on experiences in the visual & performing arts.
Long Island Academy of Fine Art - in Glen Cove, NY
Fine art courses for all levels, taught by professional artists in a supportive studio setting.
New York Art Studio - Teen Art Course
Teen art courses focused on building skills, creativity, & portfolios for aspiring young artists.
NYPL - Teen Art Club
Explore free art classes at NYPL, offering creative workshops for all ages across Manhattan, the Bronx, & Staten Island.
The Art Studio NY - Teen Art Program
In-person teen art classes fostering creativity & skill in a supportive studio environment.
Arts Connections Teen Programs - Teen Reviews and Critics
We offer FREE writing workshops in the visual arts, music, theater, dance, media, multi-arts, & film.
The Drawing Center
Engaging programs that inspire creativity through exhibitions, workshops, & community events for artists of all levels.
The Met - Teen Programs
Check out classes, workshops, & special events designed especially for teens to develop their skills & connect with art.
Whitney Museum of Art - Youth Insights
NYC teen programs offer high school students a chance to explore, discuss, & create art alongside contemporary artists & educators.
Biorocket Research Internship
Join our 6-month science research internship experience for New York City public & charter high school students age 16 & up.
Columbia Engineering Outreach Programs
Explore engineering at different levels through programs hosted and led by Columbia students and faculty.
Cooper Union - STEM Saturdays Program
Cooper Union's STEM Saturdays offer free, hands-on engineering & science workshops for high school students in NYC.
NYC Center for Aerospace and Applied Mathematics
Extended in-school and after-school programs in aviation, engineering, and robotics, as well as week-long camps during school breaks.
