+ The Upper Elementary Program (ages 8 - 10) and the Middle School Program (ages 11-13) run at NuVu, 450 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA, in the heart of Central Square, a block east of the Central Sq Red Line stop.+ The Middle School Summer Program (11 - 13 yr olds) will run at the NuVu Innovation School in Cambridge located at 450 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge, MA, in the heart of Central Square and a block east from the red line Central Sq T stop.+ The High School Summer Program (14 - 18 yr olds) will run at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology Architecture's MET Warehouse, 134 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA in the Department of Architecture studio and shop spaces.+ The Residential Program (high school, ages 14 - 18) combines studios at the MET Warehouse with room and board at an MIT's Simmons Hall dormitory, during Session Two (residential dates July 18 - 31, 2027).
+ High School and Middle School: Session 1: July 6-16, 2027. Session 2: July 19-30, 2027. Session 3: August 2-13, 2027. Each session is two weeks, Monday to Friday.+ Upper Elementary: Week 1: July 12-16, 2027. Week 2: July 19-23, 2027. Week 3: July 26-30, 2027. Each session is one week, Monday to Friday.+ Residential Program: July 18-31, 2027 (Session Two studios).
There are no prerequisite skills for our summer program. We offer a broad range of studios for Upper Elementary, Middle School, and High School students. Each studio exposes students to exciting topics, exploration questions, and technical skills. Students can choose studios based on their interests and the skills they wish to learn and master. Students register for one studio per session and can attend one, two, or all three sessions.
+ Upper Elementary: $850 per one-week session.+ Middle School and High School day programs: $2,340 per two-week session.+ Residential Program: $5,850 per two-week session. $200 health insurance applies for students who do not already have the required coverage (total with insurance: $6,050).
Yes - early bird pricing at 2026 rates runs from launch day to January 10. After early bird pricing ends, tuition increases to the current pricing on the website by $50 per session for Middle School and High School and $20 per session for Upper Elementary.Early bird pricing will be automatically applied to your invoice issued after registration.
*Multi-session, sibling, and returning student discounts are always honored. The MIT discount is not stackable.
Through online registration, a deposit of $200 or $100 is paid by credit card. The final payment is paid by check or direct deposit and is due within 30 days of billing.Credit cards are accepted for deposits only. Checks should be mailed to:NuVu450 Massachusetts AvenueCambridge, MA 02139Deposits are non-refundable after 25 days and tuition is non-refundable after May 15, 2027.While tuition is non-refundable, we can issue deferral credit to be applied to the next year.
We strive to make our program as accessible as possible and provide financial aid on a sliding scale and on a rolling basis.Contact us at summer@nuvustudio.org and ask for our financial aid application.
Upper Elementary is for students ages 8–10 entering grades 3–5.Middle School is for students ages 11–13 entering grades 6–8.High School is for students ages 14–18, including rising 9th graders, students in grades 9–12, and gap year students.The Residential Program is also for students ages 14–18 in grades 9–12, including gap year students.
NuVu’s students are young people eager to build new things, use technology, and work in a team of makers. They are curious to learn and ready to experiment with iterative and critical thinking. Because of the diversity of personalities and interests of NuVu participants, almost all of our students will find their niche in one or more studios.
Personal attention is not the exception but the rule at NuVu. Each student is part of a Studio and the staff-to-student ratio is approximately 1-to-6. The NuVu Summer Team of Coaches and Summer Program Director are directly responsible for addressing the needs of each student. Staff are accessible and always checking in with students to ensure that everyone is engaged, learning, and invested in their work. Our summer program is unique because of the easy access students have to our staff.
+ Laptop Chromebooks and tablets are not robust enough for the software used by our students in the middle and high school program, but will suffice for the Upper Elementary Program+ Mouse, charger, and other electronic needs+ Unlined sketchbook and writing utensils (pencils or pens).+ Water bottle+ Packed lunch and snack for Upper Elementary studentsNuVu will supply typical and specialty materials, equipment, tools, and supplies needed by students in each Studio.
Students should dress in comfortable attire that can also withstand some hands-on work. Due to the nature of prototyping and the use of materials and fabrication tools, students must wear protective footwear (no open-toed sandals).
Daily lunch is provided for Middle School and High School students. Lunch is not included in the Upper Elementary program; Elementary students should bring a packed lunch, and snack breaks are built into the day. Please include food allergy and dietary restriction information in the registration form.
Parents should contact the Summer Program Director through NuVu’s Main Office via email (summer@nuvustudio.org) or phone (617-945-0006).
