Experience Top US Universities
Spend two unforgettable weeks immersed in the inspiring environments of Yale University and Columbia University, with accommodation on campus at both institutions. The programme also includes a visit to Cambridge, Massachusetts — the historic city that is home to Harvard University — giving scholars the chance to explore three iconic academic settings and gain a unique insight into the Ivy League experience.
Designed for ambitious students aged 16–18, this exclusive programme blends academic excellence, leadership training, and cultural immersion into a transformative journey that will inspire and challenge you. With lectures, workshops, and seminars led by world-class faculty and distinguished guest speakers, students gain first-hand insight into Ivy League learning.
Beyond the classroom, scholars enjoy curated visits to the United Nations, Wall Street, and leading global companies, explore the cultural treasures of New York City, and walk in the footsteps of presidents, pioneers, and Nobel Prize winners.
| Location | Multi-Campus |
| For Ages | 16-18 years |
| Duration | 2 Weeks |
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With Oxford Royale on campus at Yale, you will study Global Leadership in an authentic Ivy League academic setting, while also touring historic faculties, stepping inside world-famous libraries and museums, and meeting academics who offer insight into what intellectual life at Yale is really like. The programme also includes an excursion to Cambridge, Massachusetts — home of Harvard University — where you’ll visit the renowned Harvard Yard and meet alumni and educators to gain a first-hand sense of academic, social, and cultural life in this prestigious setting.
In New York, you will immerse yourself in the atmosphere of Columbia University — walking the quads where figures such as Barack Obama once prepared for public life and hearing directly from those who teach or study there today. Beyond campus, leadership theory comes to life: visits to institutions such as the United Nations, major global companies, Wall Street, the Met and Broadway reveal how power, culture, diplomacy and innovation operate in the real world — placing you in the spaces where future change-makers shape the world.
This programme is designed to provide the young leaders of tomorrow with two weeks filled with discussions and debates that tackle the key issues faced by global leaders today and in the future. You will be introduced to the international community of which all leaders are a part, and the ways in which changing social, political and economic conditions shape the role a leader plays within the context of current affairs.
Perfect for students looking to challenge their thinking and take the first steps toward careers in industries including politics, consulting, philanthropy and diplomacy.
Dive into world-class teaching and explore the subjects that excite you most, uncovering new interests that could shape your future.
Explore life on campus at Yale, Harvard, and Columbia, the very places where presidents, pioneers, and Nobel Prize winners began their journeys.
Go beyond the classroom with visits to the UN, Wall Street, Broadway, and world-famous museums, connecting big ideas to real-world impact. Shape the future, starting now, while you build confidence, sharpen your skills, and find your purpose, while creating friendships and memories that will last a lifetime.
Engage in world-class seminars, workshops, and case studies in Global Leadership. Gain exclusive insights from distinguished faculty, participate in thematic workshops, and refine your skills through Debate and Journalism clubs.
Delve into Global Leadership with Oxford Royale, through immersive seminars, workshops, and case studies led by world-class faculty. Engage in thought-provoking discussions, gain insights into university life, and attend an exclusive admissions session designed to inspire your academic ambitions.
Walk in the footsteps of U.S. Presidents, Nobel laureates, and world-changing thinkers. Experience the historic grandeur of Harvard Yard, the academic energy of Columbia’s Manhattan campus, and Yale’s inspiring architecture, libraries, and art collections. Each visit immerses you in the culture and spirit of academic excellence.
Dive into the intersections of politics, philosophy, economics, and sociology as they connect to leadership on a global scale. Through interactive lectures and case studies, you’ll examine the major issues shaping international decision-making and reflect on the moral, strategic, and cultural dimensions of leadership today.
Take your learning beyond theory with exclusive visits to leading global organizations and institutions. Explore the United Nations, Wall Street, and major companies where innovation, diplomacy, and leadership shape the world we live in. See firsthand how the principles of Global Leadership are put into action.
Analyse the strategies of influential leaders, debate the challenges of globalization, and develop your own visionary responses to complex global issues. From hands-on workshops to engaging group discussions, you’ll sharpen your critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills.
This programme offers a once-in-a-lifetime chance to explore three of the most prestigious universities in the world, while preparing for success in a globalised future. From the historic red-brick halls of Harvard to Columbia’s Manhattan skyline and Yale’s Gothic libraries, students will learn, network, and grow in the very places that shaped presidents, prime ministers, Nobel Prize winners, and global CEOs
In the first week our students will study Global Leadership with Oxford Royale as live they live on campus at Yale University, the former home of world leaders, humanitarians and entrepreneurs.
• Seminars, workshops & case studies in Global Leadership
• Yale Faculty visits and fascinating talks from faculty staff
• Admissions and career insight sessions
• Harvard – Guided Walk through Harvard Yard and surrounding landmarks
After a week in Yale, our students will travel to stay on campus at Barnard College, Columbia University, a top Ivy League destination in the heart of Manhattan.
• Guided Columbia campus tour
• Guest talk from Columbia faculty
• Visits to the United Nations, a leading tech firms and industries
• New York – Guided tours of landmarks including Times Square and the Statue of Liberty
• Broadway show experience
This is more than classroom learning. This is transformation.
Global Leadership lectures and seminars
Exclusive Ivy League Faculty Access
Campus Accommodation
Debate Society & Journalism Club
Model UN Simulation
Curated Excursion to Harvard University
Broadway Show Experience
Explore the world's best Ivy League universities, visit leading global companies and soak up the art, culture and excitement of New York in one unforgettable summer
Step into Gothic libraries and world-renowned faculties.
Walk the historic Harvard Yard and explore iconic landmarks.
Explore the campus where world leaders started their journey
Learn from leading technology and branding giants.
Explore the world's best Ivy League universities, visit leading global companies and soak up the art, culture and excitement of New York in one unforgettable summer
Discover the energy of the city that never sleeps.
Enjoy a world-class theatre show in the heart of NYC.
Explore art, history, and culture at world-famous institutions.
See masterpieces that shaped global culture and creativity.
A sky-high perspective. Experience New York like never before from a thrilling platform above the city lights.
Shop, stroll, and see iconic style. Wander this legendary avenue lined with world-class shops, historic landmarks, and cultural highlights, and get your shopping fix.
Gateway to America’s immigrant story. Explore the museum and discover the history of millions who passed through these historic halls.
Explore Ivy League excellence in the heart of Manhattan. Discover historic landmarks, state-of-the-art facilities, and vibrant student life as you walk the paths of world leaders, innovators, and changemakers.
Symbol of freedom and opportunity. Step aboard this iconic landmark and take in breathtaking views of New York Harbor.
The heart of global finance. Walk the bustling streets of the Financial District and see where markets and fortunes are made.
The city’s green heart. Relax, explore, or take a scenic stroll through this sprawling urban oasis, surrounded by Manhattan’s skyline.
Reflect on resilience and innovation beside this historic monument, one of the tallest and most meaningful buildings in the world/
Our English language requirements are as follows:
B1 for Learn English programmes
B2 for IELTS Preparation
C1 or IELTS level 6.5 or higher for all academic programmes
Students who have studied at an English speaking school for two or more years are exempt from English requirements.
Your fees cover everything you need for a rich academic and extracurricular experience, including:
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Oxford Programs Limited, which operates Oxford Royale, contracts with our host venues for the use of their facilities, which means that students use the university and college lecture halls, bedrooms, dining halls, seminar rooms, sports facilities, common rooms, gardens and IT facilities.
Oxford Royale is operated independently of Yale University and is not sponsored or endorsed by the University. Read full disclaimer.
This program is not owned, controlled or supervised by Harvard University or any of its schools or programs.
