Inspire Summer

Summer programming for rising 10th–12th graders to explore new interests and skills.

Learning to feed your curiosity.

Think you might be interested in business, engineering, or creative writing? Satisfy your curiosity with small class sizes focused on exploratory learning. Go beyond the curriculum with exciting topics that introduce new concepts and build on existing knowledge.

Classes are offered in 1–4 week formats, available either in person (Fairfax, VA) or online. In-person courses are commuter only (non-residential).

Applications are open. Apply today!

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Inspire: At a Glance

Get ready for a fun summer with UVA | Northern Virginia!

  • Program Duration
    We have a variety of 1–4 week-long sessions. You can choose to take one class or fill your summer with exploratory learning! All in-person classes are 9am-4pm M-F. Online class times vary by class.
  • Fees
    Fees include tuition and all course materials. In-person course fees also cover a Friday excursion, as well as daily lunch and snacks. Need-based financial aid is available for all classes, and you will have the opportunity to request it within the application.
  • Eligibility
    The program is designed for rising 10th–12th grade high school students. We welcome all students with an appetite for learning! The 'Inspire: French Summer Language Institute' has different eligibility requirements.
  • Application
    Application includes unofficial transcript/report card(s) and a writing prompt. In the application, students can choose more than one class. The 'Inspire: French Summer Language Institute' has a separate application.
Summer 2026 Inspire Lineup

FAQs

  • Inspire Summer classes are located at the UVA Fairfax Campus, 8095 Innovation Park Drive, Fairfax, VA, 22031.

    If you’re looking for summer classes based in Charlottesville, click here.

  • Yes, applicants can indicate their interest in need-based financial aid on the application. Applicants should provide relevant context and information.

  • In-person classes run from 9 AM – 4 PM Monday-Friday!

  • The Inspire program does not offer college credits in most of our classes. Students will receive a digital certificate of completion after completing each class.

    We have a partnership with the UVA Summer Language Institute that offers 6 college credits!

  • The UVA | Northern Virginia Inspire Program is a commuter program and does not offer any housing for students. Classes are held in-person in Fairfax, Virginia.

    Students living outside of the commuter area who wish to attend the program should acquire their own housing arrangements or pursue one of our online classes.

  • Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. We will keep the classes open for enrollment until they are full!

    We anticipate our classes filling up for 2026 so recommend that you apply early.

  • We admit students on a rolling basis and applications will be reviewed within 10 business days of submission. Keep you eyes out for an email from inspire.northern@virginia.edu. Check your spam – sometimes emails go there!

  • Yes, our early bird pricing ends on March 1!

    We do not reserve seats for students so the earlier you apply the more classes you will have to choose from!

  • Registrants are eligible for a refund until 60 days from the program start. Please note that a $150 administrative fee will be retained to cover the costs associated with application review and the admissions process. No refunds will be available after 60 days from the program start. To cancel your registration and request a refund, please contact inspire.northern@virginia.edu.

We can’t wait to see you next summer!

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