How to Apply to Atlas Summer Courses
Learn what to expect, what information you'll need, and how to complete your application.
How to Apply for an Atlas Summer Courses
Applying to Atlas Summer Courses (formerly Oxford Summer Courses) is quick and straightforward, with most applications taking around five minutes to complete. Whether you're applying for yourself or on behalf of your child, our online application form will guide you through each step of the process.
This guide explains everything you need to know before you apply, including the information you'll need to provide, how applications are reviewed, what happens after submission, and the next steps to confirm your place. From choosing the right summer programme in Oxford, Cambridge, or Harrow School to preparing for enrolment, you'll find everything you need to complete your application with confidence.
Choose Your Summer Course
Begin your Atlas Summer Courses application by selecting the summer course you'd like to study. Based on your date of birth, we'll show the programmes available for your age group, helping you explore the most suitable courses in Oxford, Cambridge, or Harrow School.
During this step, you'll choose:
- Your preferred course
- Your course dates
- Your preferred package or accommodation option (where applicable)
If you'd like to study more than one subject during the summer, you'll also have the opportunity to tell us as part of your application. Once you've made your selections, you'll move on to the next stage.
Tell Us About the Student
NThe next step of your Atlas Summer Courses application is to provide some basic information about the student. This helps us process your application, recommend the most appropriate summer programme, and get to know you before your course begins.
We'll ask for:
- The student's contact details
- Country of residence
- A short personal statement
The personal statement is your opportunity to tell us why you'd like to join Atlas Summer Courses, what interests you about your chosen subject, and what you hope to gain from your summer course. It doesn't need to be long—it's simply a chance for us to learn more about your interests and academic goals.
For students aged 9–17, we'll also ask for parent or guardian contact details so we can communicate throughout the application, enrolment, and pre-arrival process.
STell Us About Your School
WWe'll ask for details about the student's current or most recent school, college, or university. This information helps us understand your educational background and ensure you've selected the Atlas Summer Courses summer course that's best suited to your age, experience, and academic interests.
You'll be asked to provide:
- School, college, or university name
- Address
- City
- Country
If the student is home educated, simply provide your home address instead. This information is used only to support your application and help us prepare for your summer programme.
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Review & Submit Your Application
Before submitting your Atlas Summer Courses application, you'll have the opportunity to review all of the information you've provided to make sure everything is accurate.
This includes:
- Your chosen summer course
- Preferred course dates
- Accommodation or package preferences
- Personal information
- Programme fees
You'll also be able to let us know if you're applying for external funding, sponsorship, or financial support, so our admissions team can provide any documentation you may need.
Once you're happy with your application, simply submit it for review. Our admissions team will assess your application and be in touch with the next steps as soon as possible.
What Happens Next?
After you submit your application:
- Our admissions team reviews your application.
- If you're offered a place, we'll send you your offer and booking information.
- You'll confirm your place and complete the enrolment process.
- We'll guide you through everything you need to prepare for your summer programme, including travel, accommodation, and arrival information.
What You Need to Do
To help us process your Atlas Summer Courses application as quickly as possible, please:
- Check that all the information you've entered is accurate before submitting your application.
- Monitor your email regularly for updates from our Admissions Team.
- Remember to check your spam, junk, or promotions folders so you don't miss any important communications.
If we need any additional information or documents, we'll contact you directly and guide you through the next steps
FAQs about
How to Apply
Most students complete the application form in around five minutes.
Tell us why you're interested in your chosen subject and what you'd like to explore during your course. You may wish to include academic interests, personal achievements, goals or areas of curiosity.
Students aged 9–17 will be asked to provide parent or guardian details as part of the application process. Students aged 18–24 can apply independently.
The next steps are simple.
Once you submit your application, it will be reviewed by our Admissions Team.
If you're offered a place, we'll guide you through securing your place and preparing for your course.
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