In-Person High School History Camps
At Varsity Academics, we provide a dynamic, in-person learning community to engage and inspire high school students year-round. Our history camps offer immersive, hands-on experiences that bring the past to life, fostering critical thinking and academic growth.
Explore our diverse range of 2025 programs and choose the location and schedule that suits you best. Enrollment is now open.
Have any questions? Feel free to reach out to Steven Lee at steven.lee@tcr.org for more information.
Select a program below.
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2025 Summer Boston In-Person Camp
June 23 - July 4, 2025
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2025 Hotchkiss High School In-Person Summer Program
July 14 - July 25, 2025
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2025 TCR History Camp at Hoover History Lab
July 21 - August 1, 2025
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2025 Vancouver High School In-Person Summer Program
August 4 - August 15, 2025
Before You Apply
Deadlines
Please pay attention to the admission deadlines specific to the program you are interested in.
What to Include
*You have to complete the application form in one sitting.
Please have your most recent transcript or school report ready before you click the [Apply Now]. Please see the instructions below.
Applications must include the following:
Transcript (uploaded with your application)
Preliminary Research Proposal that includes:
One paragraph describing your topic of interest
Three questions you would like to answer about your topic
A list of five sources that you plan to use in your research. Those sources must include at least 1 book (not a textbook) among them.
You have to complete the application form in one sitting.
Please have your most recent transcript or school report ready before you click the [Apply Now].
File Uploading Instructions
Transcript or School Report: PDF format only
* Required File Name Format: First and last name followed by an underscore and the TCR HC session to which you are applying.
Example: If your name is William Fitzhugh and you are applying to the 2022 winter weekend session, then your filename would be:
WilliamFitzhugh_2022winterweekend.pdf
Research Proposal: PDF format only
* Required File Name Format: First and last name followed by an underscore and [Proposal].
Example: If your name is William Fitzhugh, your filename would be:
WilliamFitzhugh_Proposal.pdf
While the TCR History Camp provides first-rate personal coaching, participation does not guarantee publication. The Concord Review selects about 5% of the papers submitted. While we welcome submissions from students who have attended the TCR Summer Programs, their papers will be considered alongside other papers submitted by diligent students from many countries.
Be prepared to complete your application in one sitting. You will not be able to save your entries for later completion.
*We offer several convenient options for you to choose from. PayPal offers online convenience but has a higher fee, or you can pay by Wire, Zelle. If paying by Wire, Zelle, please check FAQ for a possible fee-free price for your class.
Ready to Apply?
Please carefully read all application deadlines and requirements related to the course you are interested in before applying.