Guilford College Rise for Incoming First-Year Students
Learn more about Guilford College Rise, a summer institute at Guilford College for rising high-school seniors who want to earn college credit. Apply today.
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June 29 - July 17, 2026
Guilford College, Greensboro, N.C.
The application to attend is now open! Apply today using this link.
Guilford College Rise is a three-week, residential experience that allows incoming first-year students to earn college credits while living and learning in Greensboro, N.C. Taking part in the program allows them to interact with a diverse group of students from across the United States.
The application to attend Guilford College Rise 2026 is now open at this link.
This selective program provides a unique curriculum that integrates experiential learning with community-building. In summer 2026, Rise will focus on “Navigating Global Challenges and Ethical Frontiers.” During courses led by a team of Guilford College faculty, Rise will introduce you to:
- Global Challenges and Governance
- Humanitarian Affairs and Migration
- Peace Studies
- Contemporary Ethics
- Ethics of AI, Social Media, and Privacy
Participants in Rise will receive six college-level credits. These credits will be awarded by Guilford College and may be transferrable to other institutions. Apply at this link.
In addition to coursework, you'll experience the excitement of Greensboro and the surrounding region through engaging daily activities including baseball games, dinners in the city's expansive food scene, exploration of the area's variety of museums and historical sites, and more.
The application to attend Guilford College Rise 2026 is now open at this link. It includes an optional section to apply for a program scholarship.
Thank you for your interest in Rise, and we look forward to learning more about you!
Guilford College is a nationally distinguished liberal arts school in Greensboro, N.C. Empowering students to design a personalized education focused on their interests and passions, Guilford emphasizes real-world learning for every student, every semester. Established in 1837, Guilford is the only Quaker-founded college in the Southeast. The principles of our founders are reflected in the College’s seven Core Values: community, diversity, equality, excellence, integrity, justice, and stewardship.
“I didn’t know what to expect, I was even a little nervous, but I’m glad I’m here. It’s great to be exposed to what a college class is like and living on a campus. It’s really been a lot of work, but it’s also been a lot of fun.” — Andrew Adams, 2023 Participant.
Meet students from across the United States.
Live and learn on a college campus.
Earn six college-level credits.
These credits will be awarded by Guilford College and may be transferrable to other institutions.
"INTR-150 is good for students who are not used to college courses. … (It) was very informational and eye opening because a lot of the topics are based on real world problems." — 2022 Participant
Guilford College Rise FAQ
The application to attend Rise in 2026 is now open at this link. The cost to attend is $3,000, which includes a nonrefundable $250 deposit to hold your spot. Scholarship opportunities are available. Questions? Please email gcrise@guilford.edu.
The program fee includes all fees for off-campus activities, on-campus lodging, and all meals during the three weeks, some in the Dining Hall and some off campus.
For more information, please contact gcrise@guilford.edu.