UC Berkeley Academic Talent Development Program

The UC Berkeley Academic Talent Development Program offers summer sessions for students currently in grades K through 11. The program includes the Secondary Division, the Elementary Division, Explorations, and the Global Program Brightwell. Secondary Division meets June 22–July 31, 2026, and meets 2 or 3 times per week; Elementary Division meets July 13–31, 2026, on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays; Explorations meets June 22–July 31, 2026, once per week; and Global Program Brightwell runs July 13–August 7, 2026.

Programs

• Secondary Division — students currently in Grades 7 through 11 · June 22–July 31, 2026; meeting 2 or 3 times per week · $790–$1,320 · In person at UC Berkeley campus or remote online (Zoom); some courses have academic prerequisites.
• Elementary Division — students currently in grades K through 6 · July 13–31, 2026; meeting on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays · $790–$850 · In person at Washington School in Pt. Richmond; courses are offered by grade level.
• Explorations — students currently in Current K–11 Graders · June 22–July 31, 2026; one meeting per week · $60–$90 per class · In person at UC Berkeley campus or Washington School for Elementary-aged classes; concurrent SD or ED students can enroll without applying separately.
• Global Program Brightwell — students completing grades 8–11 · July 13–August 7, 2026

At a glance

• Ages: 5–16 years old
• Price range: $60–$1,320
• General schedule: Summer program with 2026 sessions for Secondary Division, Elementary Division, Explorations, and Global Program Brightwell.

About the provider

The program has been running since 1982. Its mission is to enable highly motivated and prepared students to pursue academic passions through rigorous coursework in a community of like-minded peers. For over 40 years, ATDP has brought together students from across the Bay Area, the nation, and the world.

ATDP maintains a financial aid fund to help all qualified applicants attend its summer program, regardless of family ability to pay. Current 6th graders who have attended ATDP previously and who submit a very strong application may be considered for a small selection of Secondary Division courses. The Elementary Division is no longer offering online classes. RecWell Adventures offers a separate program to complement ATDP's academic courses.

What families say

“I love my teacher. I think the program is my favorite part of the summer.” — Rainforests student

“This should be a model for online learning at school.” — ATDP parent

“I have enjoyed learning and making new friends.” — Analytical Writing student

Last updated November 8, 2026.