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Founded in 1831, NYU is one of the world’s foremost research universities and is a member of the selective Association of American Universities. The first Global Network University, NYU has degree-granting university campuses in New York and Abu Dhabi, and has announced a third in Shanghai; has a dozen other global academic sites, including London, Paris, Florence, Tel Aviv, Buenos Aires, and Accra; and sends more students to study abroad than any other U.S. college or university. Through its numerous schools and colleges, NYU conducts research and provides education in the arts and sciences, law, medicine, business, dentistry, education, nursing, the cinematic and performing arts, music and studio arts, public administration, social work, and continuing and professional studies, among other areas.

Summer Discovery changes students’ lives. We’re passionate about what we do and are building a team of innovative, collaborative people who want to both think and do while being a part of something special. We’re the world’s most popular pre-college academic enrichment and gifted student program for ages 5 – 17. We partner with world-class universities such as UCLA, University of Michigan, University of Pennsylvania, Wharton, and Cambridge to run impactful programs where students learn, have fun, and thrive. We also run exceptional programs for gifted, academically advanced, and creative learners through Summer Institute for the Gifted (SIG). Our mission is to provide the best experiential, university-based summer academic programs that positively change the lives of students from around the world. If you’d like to be part of a growing company with a start-up mindset, please reach out to us.

The Knowledge Society (TKS) is a global innovation program for ambitious teens (ages 13–17) focused on tackling real-world challenges. At TKS, we’re transforming the way young people engage with the world’s toughest problems. Our 10-month program empowers students to go beyond curiosity and become capable innovators and leaders. Through exposure to 40+ emerging technologies and mentorship from top industry experts, students work on impactful projects with leading companies like Microsoft, Interac, and the United Nations. It's not about memorization—it's about experimenting, building, and creating solutions that matter. Designed by leaders from McKinsey, Google, and Stanford, TKS replicates the fast-paced, collaborative culture of top startups like SpaceX and DeepMind. Students often leave with published research, startup momentum, internships, or the confidence to launch their own ideas. Since 2016, we’ve partnered with over 4,000 students in 60+ countries, building a global community focused on leadership, growth, and innovation. With both in-person and global virtual programs, TKS brings this transformative experience directly to students wherever they are. And we’re just getting started.