Second Summer 2026

A Summer College Program

LIBA 199 / Choose 2nd Elective Course

Explore Culture, Memory, and Meaning

The Summer Humanities Institute invites rising juniors and seniors to dive into the theme of cultural memory—examining how societies choose what to remember and how stories shape our understanding of the past. Through hands-on research, creative projects, and mentorship from faculty, students will bring their ideas to life in formats like podcasts, documentaries, screenplays, or papers. Enriching excursions, guest speakers, and social events round out this immersive experience in the humanities and social sciences.

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Dates
June 25-July 25, 2026

LIBA 199/Choose 2nd Elective Course
6 hours of college credit

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April 1, 2026

Program Overview

Summer College for High School Students is a four-week comprehensive program designed for high-achieving students eager to experience university life. 

Participants can earn college credits and gain dual credit for courses taken during the summer, all while becoming familiar with the collegiate environment.

All activities are tentative and subject to change depending on scheduling, booking availability, and course adjustments.

What You'll Do

  • Hands-on research
  • Creative projects
  • Mentorship from faculty

What You'll Learn

  • Examine how societies choose what to remember and how stories shape our understanding of the past.
  • Bring ideas to life in various formats like podcasts, documentaries, screenplays, or papers.
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Program Details

The Summer Humanities Institute

is ideally suited for intellectually curious rising juniors and seniors who are eager to explore how societies construct and preserve cultural memory. Students with a passion for history, literature, media, or the social sciences—and an interest in storytelling, research, or creative expression—will find this program especially enriching.

Before the Program

Students will start receiving detailed information upon acceptence to the program. Students must attend two online orientation sessions, and will receive detailed information about move-in via email prior to the move-in date.

During The Program

Students in Summer College take two college-level courses taught by University of Mississippi faculty, earning 6–7 transferable credit hours and building a college GPA. Courses follow university grading policies and appear on a permanent transcript. Outside the classroom, students participate in a residential co-curriculum that fosters independence, social skills, and community engagement through activities and service opportunities.

End of the Program

Students are required to move out at designated times based on their final exam schedule. More details will be given during one of the online orientation sessions.

Cost of Program

$1,500

*All students must complete a financial aid application. If selected for participation, all Summer Humanities Institute Scholars will receive scholarships covering a portion of their program fee. The total remaining cost will be $1,500.