<p>Instead of asking about a specific program, I just want to see if kids here really enjoyed their experiences at very expensive/very prestigious summer programs.</p>
<p>So basically, what'd you attend...and how'd you like it?</p>
<p>Penn summer science academy: biomedical research...</p>
<p>Had the time of my life. The program was good, but the overall experience was unforgettable.</p>
<p>son has attended several programs:</p>
<p>Boys State/Colorado -- ok program, but felt that it was a little too cliqueish/conservative for him. Also felt that many of the kids were competitive but not too deep thinking. My understanding is that this programs varies widely from state to state.</p>
<p>Oxbridge/The Cambridge Tradition -- loved the program! Thought the kids were interesting and fun, the professors were great and absolutely loved his major class (Religion and Ethics)</p>
<p>HOBY -- absolutely fantastic, says it was life-changing and highly recommends it</p>
<p>AFS cultural exchange to Egypt -- loved it! intrigued by Egypt, learned some Arabic. AFS was fantastic, organized and the kids he went with were great. </p>
<p>American Hiking Society Volunteer Vacation -- he spent 7 days above treeline hauling boulders -- then had to camp-out and do camp chores. It was hard, hard work but he enjoyed the opportunity to give back to the community. He was the youngest attending -- and the mix of people, including professionals, doctors, lawyers, photographers that were in his small group of 12 were inspiring.</p>