Putney Student Travel’s academic programs bring motivated middle and high school students into immersive learning environments focused on today’s most urgent global questions, in partnership with renowned academic institutions. From climate science and public health to humanities-based inquiry at world-class universities, these programs combine rigorous academics with collaboration, mentorship, and real-world relevance. Putney’s academic program collaborations include the Columbia Climate School in the Green Mountains, the Harvard C-CHANGE Youth Summit, and Oxford Academia programs hosted at leading global institutions—each designed for students seeking intellectual challenge, academic enrichment, and a deeper understanding of the world.
For students currently in grades 9–12
Business of Sports
Future of Transportation
Engineering & Technology
Future of Science
Wildlife Conservation
Wildlife & Photography
Marine Conservation
Photography Workshop
Wildlife & Photography
Creative Writing
Farm to Table
Photography Workshop
These programs award Certificates of Completion from Oxford Academia, Harvard Chan C-CHANGE, and Columbia Climate School.
For students currently in grades 6–8
Grades 6–8
Grades 7&8
Academic Programs
*These programs are typically for students in grades 9–12, however motivated rising 9th graders will be considered
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Non-profit organization offering student travel scholarships
High school youth summit focused on public health, climate change, and equity
Campus-based climate change program for grades 9–12
