Explore What Excites You
Each summer, high school students from across the nation turn to Westminster for an extraordinary learning experience. Working with Westminster’s renowned artist faculty, they strengthen their passion for music, develop their technique and expand their creativity in an atmosphere of artistic and intellectual discovery.
Summer 2022 programs coming soon
Check back for an upcoming schedule of summer 2022 pre-college programs.
Scholarship Opportunity
Students who complete any Rider University Pre-College Summer Program prior to applying for first-year admission to Rider University can qualify for a $2,000 Pre-College Completion Award. The award is annually renewable for up to four years of full-time, continuous undergraduate enrollment at Rider (up to $8000 total value), provided you maintain a minimum cumulative grade-point average of 2.5 or better as a University student. For more information, contact admissions at [email protected].
Vocal and Theatre Programs
Musical Theatre Institute
Experience what it is like being a student in the nationally recognized programs in Acting and Musical Theatre at Rider. Enrollment is open to high school singers, actors and dancers entering the 10th grade through those who have just completed their senior year.
Westminster Vocal Institute
Under the direction of choral conductor and clinician, Jason Vodicka, the two-week Vocal Institute at Westminster draws students from across the country and around the world. Enrollment is open to students entering 9th grade through those having just completed their senior year.
Solo Vocal Artist
An excellent opportunity for the dedicated young classical singer to explore the many facets of developing the singer's art through daily private lessons and master classes. Enrollment is open to students entering 9th grade through those having just completed their senior year.
Composition, Organ and Theory Programs
Composition Week
Composition Week provides aspiring young composers with concentrated study in the fundamentals of composition. Enrollment is open to students entering 9th grade through those having just completed their senior year.
Organ Institute
Join acclaimed organist, James Roman, and guests for the two-week institute for high school organists. Enrollment is open to students entering 9th grade through those having just completed their senior year.
Pre-College Music Theory
Develop your skills and prepare for the Basic Musicianship Placement exam at Westminster and at other colleges. Enrollment is open to students entering 9th grade through those having just completed their senior year.
For Youth Academic Programs, visit Summer Sessions
For Youth Athletic Camps, visit Auxiliary Services