The #1 Summer Program Platform
Unlock Your Dream Summer Program with SUMMER SELECT
Applying to competitive summer programs shouldn't be a guessing game. Hand-verified programs, real strategy, and 60+ example essays — all in one place.
Students coached into
Where our students got in
A Note from the Founder
Collin Jin
Founder · Northwestern University (EE & CS)
Coaching Results
The results?
UCSB RMP Acceptances
Including a 9th grader with zero prior research experience!
Elite Program Admissions
UCSB SRA, UCSC SIP, UChicago RIBS, The Summer Science Program, and Pioneer Academics.
Students Mentored
And counting — across all grade levels and research backgrounds.
I achieved this while overloading my college schedule. But there are only so many hours in the day—I want to help more ambitious students navigate this competitive landscape. That's why I built SUMMER SELECT.
Inside the Platform
Everything you need, already built
Programs, hand-verified
Example essays
Essay prompts covered
Interview questions
Why SUMMER SELECT
The ultimate database for ambitious students
SUMMER SELECT is the meticulously organized directory designed to streamline your summer application process.
Built by an Insider
Created by someone who walked the walk, got accepted, and coached others to do the same.
Unmatched Quality Control
Forget messy, AI-scraped lists with outdated links. Every program is manually reviewed for accuracy.
Strategic Selection
Find programs that fit your exact background — whether you're a seasoned researcher or a 9th grader seeking your first opportunity.
6 reasons to register
What you unlock, step by step
Browsing is free. A free account adds Collin's analysis and My List. Full access adds essays, the evaluator and interview prep.
01The Collin Index
Every program is scored from 1–10 and sorted into Tier 1, 2 or 3, so you instantly see how selective it is and where to aim.
02Collin's analysis & strategy
Why a program is worth it and how to approach the application — the rationale and strategy behind every listing.
0360+ example essays
Real essays across 30 prompts, edited to protect student privacy, so you can see what a strong answer looks like before you write yours.
04AI essay evaluator
Paste your draft and get feedback grounded in the example essays, so you can iterate at midnight without waiting on anyone.
0575+ interview questions
Interview Q&A guides so a program interview is something you've already practiced, not something that surprises you.
06Your personal shortlist
Save programs to My List and keep your whole summer plan in one place instead of 40 browser tabs.
How it works
From curious to confident in 3 steps
Browse for free
Search and filter the Program Directory and see every Collin Index score. No account needed.
Create a free account
Instantly unlock Collin's analysis and strategy for every program, and save programs to My List.
Upgrade for full access
Message Collin to get upgraded and open the example essays, the evaluator and interview guides.
Stop stressing over where to find the right programs and start focusing on crafting the perfect application. Ready to level up your summer?
Pricing
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Ready to get full access?
Want the example essays, the AI evaluator and interview prep? Message Collin directly on WeChat, Instagram or email. Tell me the email you signed up with and I'll upgrade your account.
- 1Create your free account
- 2Message Collin on WeChat, Instagram or email
- 3Get upgraded to full access
Questions first? Message me anyway — happy to help you pick the right programs.