Wake Forest Pre-College Programs
Wake Forest University Pre-College Programs allows high school students the opportunity to explore their interests, pursue their passions, and experience Wake Forest University before college.
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Pre-College Programs
Wake Forest Pre-College Programs are designed for high school students to experience academic rigor, dynamic learning and enriching social interactions in a supportive college environment. All of our programs are meant for enrichment and are not-for-credit, meaning students don’t have the pressure of formal grades.
“I just want to thank you, the counselors, staff, medical school, the university, the instructors, presenters and EVERYONE involved with this program for providing such an amazing opportunity and experience for Aria. She was safe, she was engaged, challenged, motivated, intrigued, encouraged, enlightened, informed, equipped, and armed for the next decisions she has to make.”
Kimberly, parent of a Pre-College Programs student
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Sam Jones (WFU `26) was an incredible part of the Summer Immersion Program team last year and we are excited to announce he will be rejoining the team for Summer 2026 as a Residence Life Coordinator.
Sam was recently featured in a series by WFU Campus Life, CARE on Film, which aims to showcase what care on campus looks like through the lens of students` perspectives.
After an unexpected medical retirement transformed his college career, Sam Jones created a path for himself in true Wake Forest fashion — with resiliency, pathways beyond those initially imagined, and a commitment to do good.
Read Sam`s full story at the link in our bio.
@samuel.jones04_ @wfucampuslife #precollege #wakeforest
Mar 23
"LAUNCH played a critical role in helping me navigate the college process—from essay writing to learning how to build meaningful connections and network while on campus." See our latest Leadership Blog post from Chase Clark, an exemplary Scholar from the 2020-2021 LAUNCH class (link in bio). #precollege #wakeforest
Mar 21
Introducing the incredible Wake Forest Pre-College Programs team—these are the people working behind the scenes for you to make your 2026 Summer Immersion experience unforgettable! #wakeforest #precollege
Mar 15
What stories do you want to tell? 📝💫🎬 Step into the world of the silver screen at Wake Forest this summer through our Screenwriting and Filmmaking Institutes. Whether you want to be the genius behind the words or the pro behind the camera, you will dive deep the elements of story and learn how to rivet your audience. #wakeforest #precollege #screenwriting #filmmaking
Mar 14
"I vividly remember being very nervous and anxious because I was stepping out of my comfort zone. But from the very moment I walked into the lecture hall and saw so many teens around my age, I was ignited with excitement […] because I saw so much diversity and friendliness in the people there." Mekhi, 2025-2026 College LAUNCH Scholar #wakeforest #precollege
Mar 12
Less than 100 days to go until Wake Forest Summer Immersion 2026! We can`t wait to meet you 🤩
#WakeForest #PreCollege #SummerImmersion
Mar 2
Your future in tech starts this summer.
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Whether you’re picking up your first line of code or deep-diving into complex data architecture, our Technology and Coding Institutes provide the environment you need to level up. Apply today to the Wake Forest University Summer Immersion Program!
Mar 1
Explore the Forest with our LAUNCH Scholars by viewing the photo story from this month`s Saturday Summit!
Feb 27
We know the wait is the hardest part! Watch this video for answers to your top 3 waitlist questions for the WFU Summer Immersion Program:
1️⃣ Where am I on the list?
2️⃣ How likely is it that I will get in?
3️⃣ When will I know if I get off the waitlist?
Check out the video for the full scoop!
Feb 20
You + a Summer at Wake Forest = 💯% Compatability Score 💗
Spend a week on campus with us this summer, discovering your passions and investigating potential career matches in one of our life-changing institutes. Let SIP be your summer crush and you`ll have a summer you`ll never forget!
Feb 14
