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Summer residential / 2027

Yale. Columbia. UC Berkeley.

01 / The residential experience

Summer 2027: campuses, dates and tuition

Two- and three-week sessions at Yale, Columbia and UC Berkeley for students in Grades 9–11.

Summer residential · 2027

Summer at Yale

New Haven, Connecticut

Students participating in the AIRES Yale summer program

Session I

$6,850

July 11–23, 2027 (2 wks)

Session II

$9,850

July 11–30, 2027 (3 wks)

Student-to-faculty ratio
8:1
Application deadline

Priority deadline with Financial Aid consideration: February 5, 2027.

Rolling admissions thereafter.

Deposit & refund policy
$750 non-refundable deposit · Tuition refund deadline: April 1, 2027, with documented exceptions.
Tuition: what’s includedWhat your fee covers—and what to budget separately.

Included

  • Residential accommodation.
  • Yale campus dining.
  • Academic instruction.
  • Mentorship.
  • Program activities.

Not included

  • Travel expenses to and from the program.
  • Insurance.
  • Visa-related expenses.
  • Personal costs and expenses not explicitly included.
EligibilityGrade requirements and campus-specific admission criteria.

Open to students from around the world currently in Grades 9–11 or the international equivalent. Priority consideration is given to students currently in Grades 10–11. Grade 9 applicants will be considered if they demonstrate strong academic performance, rigorous coursework, and meaningful extracurricular involvement.

Residential arrangementsRoom assignments, facilities, and everyday essentials.

Students stay in single- or double-occupancy rooms. Housing assignments are made by gender identity, with roommates assigned randomly.

The residential college for summer 2027 will be announced in spring 2027.

Rooms & amenities

  • Each student room includes a twin XL bed, desk, chair, and wardrobe or closet.
  • Shared communal bathrooms.
  • Shared spaces for studying and collaboration, including butteries, courtyards, and libraries.
  • Laundry rooms with paid, app-enabled machines.
  • Linens will be provided.
Travel & arrivalAirport transfers and arrival planning.

AIRES provides airport pickup and drop-off from JFK and Newark airports. Travel windows and meeting instructions will be shared before arrival. Early arrival and late checkout may be requested but cannot be guaranteed.

Students are responsible for their own airfare and other travel expenses to and from the program.

Deposit & refund policyDeposit terms, refund deadlines, and documented exceptions.

The $750 deposit is non-refundable. Tuition refund requests will not be accepted after April 1, 2027, except in documented extreme circumstances, such as visa denial or a family emergency. Exceptions will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Supporting documentation may include evidence of good-faith efforts to obtain a visa or, for a medical emergency, an official doctor’s note.

Tuition payments made after April 1, 2027 for late admissions are non-refundable.

Summer residential · 2027

Summer at Columbia

New York, New York

Three AIRES students together during the AIRES Columbia program

Session I

$6,850

June 6–18, 2027 (2 wks)

Session II

$6,850

June 27–July 9, 2027 (2 wks)

Session III

$9,850

June 27–July 16, 2027 (3 wks)

Student-to-faculty ratio
7:1
Application deadline

Priority deadline with Financial Aid consideration: February 5, 2027.

Rolling admissions thereafter.

Deposit & refund policy
$750 non-refundable deposit · Tuition refund deadline: April 1, 2027, with documented exceptions.
Tuition: what’s includedWhat your fee covers—and what to budget separately.

Included

  • Residential accommodation.
  • Columbia campus dining.
  • Academic instruction.
  • Mentorship.
  • Program activities.

Not included

  • Travel expenses to and from the program.
  • Insurance.
  • Visa-related expenses.
  • Personal costs and expenses not explicitly included.
EligibilityGrade requirements and campus-specific admission criteria.

Open to students from around the world currently in Grades 9–11 or the international equivalent. Priority consideration is given to students currently in Grades 10–11. Grade 9 applicants will be considered if they demonstrate strong academic performance, rigorous coursework, and meaningful extracurricular involvement.

Students must be at least 15 years old on the first day of their selected session.

Residential arrangementsRoom assignments, facilities, and everyday essentials.

Planned residence: McBain Hall, subject to change.

McBain Hall offers corridor-style living with large double-occupancy rooms. Housing assignments are made by gender identity, with roommates assigned randomly.

Rooms & amenities

  • Multiple single-use bathrooms on every floor.
  • Shared lounges on most floors.
  • Permanently installed window air-conditioning units in every room.
  • Linens provided.
  • Free laundry.
Travel & arrivalAirport transfers and arrival planning.

AIRES provides airport pickup and drop-off from JFK and Newark airports. Travel windows and meeting instructions will be shared before arrival. Early arrival and late checkout may be requested but cannot be guaranteed.

Deposit & refund policyDeposit terms, refund deadlines, and documented exceptions.

The $750 deposit is non-refundable. Tuition refund requests will not be accepted after April 1, 2027, except in documented extreme circumstances, such as visa denial or a family emergency. Exceptions will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Supporting documentation may include evidence of good-faith efforts to obtain a visa or, for a medical emergency, an official doctor’s note.

Tuition payments made after April 1, 2027 for late admissions are non-refundable.

Summer residential · 2027

Summer at UC Berkeley

Berkeley, California

AIRES students walking together during the UC Berkeley program

Session I

$9,250

July 18–August 6, 2027 (3 wks)

Session II

$6,250

July 25–August 6, 2027 (2 wks)

Student-to-faculty ratio
10:1
Application deadline

Priority deadline with Financial Aid consideration: February 5, 2027.

Rolling admissions thereafter.

Deposit & refund policy
$750 non-refundable deposit · Tuition refund deadline: April 1, 2027, with documented exceptions.
Tuition: what’s includedWhat your fee covers—and what to budget separately.

Included

  • Residential accommodation.
  • UC Berkeley campus dining.
  • Academic instruction.
  • Mentorship.
  • Program activities.

Not included

  • Travel expenses to and from the program.
  • Insurance.
  • Visa-related expenses.
  • Personal costs and expenses not explicitly included.
EligibilityGrade requirements and campus-specific admission criteria.

Open to students from around the world currently in Grades 9–11 or the international equivalent. Priority consideration is given to students currently in Grades 10–11. Grade 9 applicants will be considered if they demonstrate strong academic performance, rigorous coursework, and meaningful extracurricular involvement.

Residential arrangementsRoom assignments, facilities, and everyday essentials.

Planned residence: Unit 1.

Unit 1 is a high-rise residence hall complex arranged around a large central courtyard, with convenient access to dining commons, other food options, shops, and downtown Berkeley.

Students stay in double-occupancy rooms. Housing assignments are made by gender identity, with roommates assigned randomly.

Rooms & amenities

  • Single-use bathrooms on every floor.
  • Shared lounges on most floors.
  • Paid, app-enabled laundry machines.
Travel & arrivalAirport transfers and arrival planning.

AIRES provides airport pickup and drop-off from San Francisco International Airport (SFO). Travel windows and meeting instructions will be shared before arrival. Early arrival and late checkout may be requested but cannot be guaranteed.

Deposit & refund policyDeposit terms, refund deadlines, and documented exceptions.

The $750 deposit is non-refundable. Tuition refund requests will not be accepted after April 1, 2027, except in documented extreme circumstances, such as visa denial or a family emergency. Exceptions will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Supporting documentation may include evidence of good-faith efforts to obtain a visa or, for a medical emergency, an official doctor’s note.

Tuition payments made after April 1, 2027 for late admissions are non-refundable.

AIRES is independently operated and is not sponsored, administered, or endorsed by Yale University, the University of California, Berkeley, or Columbia University.

02 / Seasonal innovation

LA Winter AI Entrepreneurship Bootcamp

A focused, commuter-only bootcamp in Los Angeles. Review dates, preparation and enrollment.

AIRES students walking together in a city
Location
Los Angeles / Westwood
Dates
  • December 21–23, 2026
  • December 28–30, 2026
  • December 26–28, 2026
Program format
Day/commuter program.
Base tuition
$750–$1,950, depending on program length.
Eligibility
High school students currently enrolled in Grade 9 or above.
Enrollment
Complete a brief application for an initial eligibility review. Eligible applicants are enrolled on a first-come, first-served basis until spaces are filled.
Payment & cancellation
Payments are non-refundable. If you cannot attend, you may defer your enrollment to a future AIRES program.

03 / Year-round programs

Year-Round 1:1 AI Engineering Mentorship

Your interests. Your project. Individual mentorship that develops the AI and engineering skills your work needs.

AIRES students working with a mentor on a project
Locations
Los Angeles · Boston · New York · San Francisco Bay Area · Toronto
Program format
  • Individualized 1:1 instruction.
  • Weekday online meetings.
  • Weekend in-person instruction.
  • Personalized scheduling and instructional planning.
Eligibility
Open to middle and high school students at all experience levels. Particularly suited to students developing projects for science fairs and other competitions.
Enrollment
Ongoing enrollment. Request a consultation to discuss your goals, location, and scheduling needs.