High School Summer Nursing Program

Discover a career in nursing.

At the NSLC on Nursing, you’ll explore how compassion, communication, and clinical skill come together in all aspects of patient care. Learn how nurses assess symptoms, monitor vital signs, and support both patients and medical teams in fast-paced clinical environments. Through interactive labs and simulations, you’ll practice essential skills used in hospitals every day and gain a deeper understanding of the nurse’s role as both caregiver and advocate.

I enjoyed the experience so much and met so many new people. I was unsure if I wanted to pursue nursing before this program, but now I’m certain it is something I am extremely passionate about.

Mackenzie, New Jersey

Guest Speakers

Gain expert insights.

Interact with guest speakers from a variety of backgrounds that bring practical knowledge and real-world experiences to the Nursing program.

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Trips & Tours

Go beyond the classroom.

Gain a new perspective on nursing through field trips that uncover how the industry works behind the scenes. A mix of educational and sightseeing tours allow you to explore the city surrounding the university.

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Duke University Trips & Tours

Trips and tours may include:

  • Duke Human Simulation & Patient Safety Center
  • UNC Clinical Skills & Patient Simulation Center
  • American Tobacco Campus
  • Greensboro Science Center

University of Michigan Trips & Tours

Trips and tours may include:

  • Kado Clinical Skils Center Simulation Lab
  • Detroit River Cruise
  • Henry Ford Museum
  • University of Michigan School of Nursing

Leadership
is in our name.

Each NSLC program contains a leadership curriculum designed to teach skills that can apply to all areas of life. Workshops on personality styles, communication and listening, resilience, and empathy set the foundation for a successful future, no matter where it may lead.

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Life on a College Campus

Dates, Locations, & Tuition

NSLC provides an immersive pre-college experience that prepares students for life beyond high school, allowing them to study in university classrooms, learn to navigate a campus, and experience living with roommates. All students are required to reside in supervised campus dormitories and will be provided meals through campus dining services.

What does my tuition include?

Duke University**

Durham, NC

$4,395 Residential

Summer 2026

Jun 11 - Jun 19

Jun 23 - Jul 1

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Duke University Trips & Tours

Trips and tours may include:

  • Duke Human Simulation & Patient Safety Center
  • UNC Clinical Skills & Patient Simulation Center
  • American Tobacco Campus
  • Greensboro Science Center
University of Michigan

Ann Arbor, MI

$4,195 Residential

Summer 2026

Jul 8 - Jul 16

Jul 21 - Jul 29

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University of Michigan Trips & Tours

Trips and tours may include:

  • Kado Clinical Skils Center Simulation Lab
  • Detroit River Cruise
  • Henry Ford Museum
  • University of Michigan School of Nursing

** The NSLC is not sponsored by Duke University.

Pay over time.

Flexible plans allow you to pay monthly – until 30 days before your program – at no additional fee.
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Protect your tuition.

Affordable trip insurance protects your investment in case of emergency.
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Apply for a scholarship.

NSLC awards more than $500,000 in scholarships each year.
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Earn College Credit

NSLC has partnered with American University to offer an online college credit opportunity for students across all our programs and locations. AU’s faculty-taught courses are completed at home outside the dates of your program and tailored to complement your area of study.

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