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The Ivy League Scholars' ProgrammeExperience the Ivy League. Transform Your Future.

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Experience the Ivy League like never before

This summer, join a select group of scholars following in the footsteps of presidents, pioneers and Nobel Laureates, as you study and immerse yourself into academic life at three of the world’s most renowned Ivy League universities.

Step into campus life amid Yale’s historic ivy covered courtyards and Columbia’s dynamic city energy. Plus the opportunity to explore Cambridge, Massachusetts, the historic university town which is home to Harvard University.

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New for 2026 - Study Leadership Where Leaders Are Made

Begin with private leadership seminars at Yale in politics, philosophy and economics. Explore the historic academic centre of Harvard, then turn insight into impact at Columbia through practical workshops and curated visits to the United Nations and New York landmarks.

Far more than a taste of Ivy League life, this crafted programme gives a true understanding of what it means to study in these iconic institutions and inspires a vision for your own future path.

  • Lectures, workshops & case studies in Global Leadership
  • Yale Faculty visits and fascinating talks from faculty staff
  • Admissions and career insight sessions
  • Sharpen critical thinking skills with debate workshops
  • Guided tours of Harvard and Columbia
  • Curated visits to the United Nations and iconic New York landmarks

Duration

2 Weeks

Ages

16-18 year olds

Price

£9,995

Dates

  • 28 June - 11 July 2026
  • 12 July - 25 July 2026
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Three iconic universities. One unparalleled experience.

Yale University, Harvard University and Barnard College, Columbia University

Yale University: Where Global Leaders Begin Their Journey

Live and study at Yale University's historic campus and experience the tradition and innovation which continue to shape global leaders.

  • Founded in 1701, Yale is one of the world’s most prestigious Ivy League universities
  • Alumni include five U.S. Presidents and global leaders across politics and business
  • Consistently ranked among the top Ivy League universities globally

Visit Cambridge Massachusetts: home of Harvard University

Enjoy an exclusive, privately guided journey to Massachusetts, famous world-wide for its education system.

  • Founded in 1636, Harvard is older than the United States
  • Alumni include 8 U.S. Presidents and over 150 Nobel laureates
  • Harvard Business School produces more FTSE 100 CEOs than any non-UK university

Columbia University: Learn in the Heart of New York City

Live and learn in Manhattan, at Columbia's classical campus which provides the perfect backdrop for exploring leadership.

  • Founded in 1754, Columbia University is a world-leading Ivy League institution in New York City
  • Alumni include Franklin D. Roosevelt, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, and Barack Obama
  • Manhattan campus places students at the centre of global finance, politics, culture, and innovation

What's Included?

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Academic Experience

Immersive Ivy League learning led by expert faculty and rigorous intellectual challenge

  • Private Global Leadership lectures and seminars
  • Yale Faculty visits including School of Management, Jackson School of Global Affairs and Beinecke Rare Book Library
  • Admissions insight and student panels providing a glimpse into Ivy League life
  • Debate Society & Journalism Club to develop persuasive, influential communication

Campus Life

Discover Yale’s welcoming campus culture and Columbia’s vibrant, city-driven student life

  • Stay on campus at Ivy League Accommodation
  • All meals included at Yale, Breakfast & Dinner at Barnard College, Columbia
  • Free supervised airport transfer
  • Use of Sports & Fitness facilities

Enrichment Extras

Beyond the classroom activities to deepen learning and create memorable, transformative student experiences

  • Private guided tour of Harvard University
  • Industry & Leadership visits - United Nations, L'Oréal and leading tech firm
  • Cultural visits in NYC including Statue of Liberty, The Met and Wall Street
  • Broadway Show or similar iconic NYC experience

From unforgettable moments to lasting inspirations - discover the Oxford Royale Experience

Our Summer School brings students together from around the world to study in on campus at Yale and Barnard College, Columbia. In this highlights film, you'll hear first hand how the blend of inspiring lessons, historic venues, and new friendships create a truly life-changing experience.

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Explore the different modules and understand the skills, knowledge and confidence you will gain from this course.

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What will your course look like

Find out more about the lessons, academic enrichment and extracurriculars you will enjoy with Oxford Royale

Learn from true subject experts

Unlike other summer programmes, our curriculum is developed by academic experts who draw from their wealth of experience, crafting programmes that allow students to grasp the core concepts of their field of study and enlighten them to the current issues and innovations shaping the future of their subject.
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Maria Malysheva

Yale MMS & Master

Holds degrees from two of the world's leading Business Schools - HEC Paris and Yale University. Bringing with her extensive experience in the luxury industry.

From achievement to recognition - graduate with an Oxford Royale certificate of completion

Awarded upon successful completion of your programme, this is a certificate that recognises your academic engagement and commitment. It records your course titles, dates and campus, and is signed by the Oxford Royale leadership team.

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Industry Visits

From leading technology and branding giants

Harvard University

Tour Harvard

Explore Cambridge, Massachusetts, the historic university town which is home to Harvard University.

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Seminars

Learn from experts in an engaging environment.

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Debates

Essential for honing students' reasoning abilities and public speaking skills.

Masterclasses

An interactive forum, giving students valuable insights into related and new topics.

Yale Library

Faculty Visits

Exclusive academic access: schools & departments at Yale and Columbia

Guest Speaker

Guest Speakers

Hear from leading minds about the changes shaping the future.

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Interactive Lessons

Dynamic lectures given by passionate teachers packed with facts and viewpoints to engage the class.

Manuscript Library

Experience history at the Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library, the literary archive of Yale University. One of the largest buildings dedicated to rare books, the library contains more than a million books — a book-lover’s dream!

Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library

Museums & Galleries

Yale is a centre of culture with many fascinating museums and galleries to explore. The Knights of Columbus Museum, the New Haven Museum, and the New Haven Art Museum for a taste of Yale’s history.

Sightseeing

This is the opportunity of a lifetime to explore New Haven, a historic university town, and New York, one of the most exciting cities on the planet! Join Oxford Royale for a chance to experience everything that this prestigious location has to offer.

Graduation

Celebrate the end of your course in style at your Oxford Royale graduation. Have the chance to dress in your best clothes and receive a certificate that showcases all your hard work during the course, joined with the new friends you’ve made.

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Trusted by parents and students alike

From the first day to the last, our students discover the best version of themselves. Read their stories and see why Oxford Royale leaves a mark that lasts a lifetime.

Hear from our students

Oxford Royale student
In school, we mostly learn simpler topics, but these classes were different. The lessons went much more in depth, and I found them fascinating. If this is what university-level learning is like and I hope university will be just like this.

Nicolas

Experimental Psychology

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Oxford Royale student
I have never been to Oxford before, and now I love it. The buildings and the history are incredible. My favourite part has been the people. I have met so many people from all over the world, and I have made some lifelong friends.

Laura

Business

Oxford Royale student
I wanted to explore university life, and learn more about my subject. I loved the lessons here because the teachers make the lessons engaging and we take part in practical work all linked to the course.

Femi

Engineering

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