Summer Programs
Coding, Sisterhood, Bravery
Our free virtual summer programs teach the computer science skills that students need to make an impact in their community while preparing for a career in tech. Participants will get exposure to tech jobs, meet women in tech careers, and join a supportive sisterhood.
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WHAT ARE GWC SUMMER PROGRAMS?
Choose from a 2-week immersion program or a 6-week self-paced experience that will allow you to meet other students and learn in the style that works best for you! All high school students who identify as girls or non-binary can apply, and no prior computer science experience is required.
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  • Build Skills
    Learn to code through hands-on real-world projects in art, storytelling, robotics, video games, web sites, apps and more!
  • Build Community
    Join our supportive and diverse sisterhood! Make meaningful friendships as you become part of our lifelong alumni network.
  • Build a Professional Network
    Spend your summer with the world’s hottest tech companies! Learn about tech careers by connecting with female engineers and entrepreneurs and participating in skill-building workshops.
    • WHAT IS THE SUMMER IMMERSION PROGRAM?
    In the 2-week Summer Immersion Program (SIP), high school students attend live, virtual classes sponsored by industry-leading companies. SIP participants learn web development with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript while getting an inside look into the tech industry.
    • Current 9th-11th graders
    • 2-week virtual program
    • $500 needs-based grant provided (for eligible students in the United States)
    WHAT IS THE SELF-PACED PROGRAM?
    In the Self-Paced Program, students can explore introductory coding with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, or more advanced applications of Python with a focus on cybersecurity. During the Self-Paced Program, students work at their own pace while having the opportunity to build community through weekly live advisory sessions and activities. This program is open to all high school students, graduating seniors, and even summer programs alumni!
    • All high school students (now welcoming summer alumni and graduating seniors!!)
    • 6 weeks to complete course projects at your own pace
    • Now available with new intermediate and more advanced content!
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    We're 100% virtual

    We're now accepting applications for our virtual classrooms in the US, Canada, India, and the UK.

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    Become a Teacher Who Codes
    • Training
      Training
      Join our summer teaching team and participate in our innovative teacher training that shows you how to spark interest in computer science and equip students with the skills to succeed.
    • Resources
      Resources
      Get access to our free resources for educators, from our women in tech spotlights to sisterhood activities, facilitator lesson plans, and more!
    • Community
      Community
      Become part of our diverse network of teachers who are committed to closing the gender gap in technology and advancing women in computer science.
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    See What Our Girls Are Creating
    Girls in our summer programs code websites, apps, and video games to address problems facing their communities—from climate change, to cyberbullying, to literacy.
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    Become a Girls Who Code Partner
    Every year, major companies and philanthropic foundations sponsor our Programs. Most partners host interactive events and mentorship, offering students a truly immersive experience.
    Our 2021 Partners
    Our Impact
    • 450,000
      Girls Coding
      Our programs have served 450,000 girls across the country and around the world since 2012.
    • 50%
      HUGs
      Half of our girls served come from historically underrepresented groups. This includes girls who are Black, Latinx, and from low-income households.
    • 15x
      The U.S. Average
      Our alumni are choosing to major in computer science, or related fields, at a rate 15 times the U.S. average.
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