Summer 2026 Program
Summer Intensive:
Code, Resilience & Pathways
Live virtual technical training for male-identifying rising freshmen to seniors. Build fluency in web development, AI literacy, and systems thinking.
July 6 – August 14, 2026
Live Virtual
6 Weeks
Tuition-Free
No Experience Required
Application Deadline: April 17, 2026
Rolling admissions — apply early, space is limited.
Start Your ApplicationThe Summer Intensive offers two scheduling options — both Eastern Time — so scholars can choose the time window that fits their summer. Morning or afternoon, both cohorts cover the same content and move at the same pace. You'll select your cohort when you register.
Program Schedule
AM Cohort
9:00am – 1:00pm ET
Monday – Friday
PM Cohort
11:00am – 4:00pm ET
Monday – Friday
Who Can Apply
- Male-identifying students currently in high school — rising 9th through 12th grade
- Rising college freshmen are also welcome to apply
- No prior coding experience required
- Open to U.S.-based students nationwide
- Laptop & internet required — financial assistance available
2025 Impact
Proven Results, Real Outcomes
174
Scholars Trained
Nationwide
100%
Would Recommend
98%
Met or Exceeded Expectations
90+
Hours of Coding Instruction
60+
Scholar Startups
Overview
The Launch Point for Digital Futures
The Summer Intensive is All Star Code's flagship program: a live, virtual technical training sprint designed for high school-aged male-identifying students from access-seeking communities.
Delivered over six weeks, this intensive builds fluency in front-end web development, foundational AI literacy, and critical systems thinking. The program serves as the entry point into Launching Digital Futures (LDF), our structured career pathway spanning high school through workforce placement.
Who We Serve
- Male-identifying rising freshmen to seniors from underrepresented backgrounds in tech
- Motivated learners seeking technical skills and the confidence to navigate the tech industry
Launching Digital Futures
A Pipeline, Not a Program
Our framework spans three critical phases, designed to move Scholars from exposure through mobility.
Phase 1
Tech Exposure
High School
Crack the Code, Summer Intensive, Capstone Projects
Phase 2
Tech Pathways
College
Scholar Services, Interview Prep, Resume Workshops
Phase 3
Tech Mobility
Workforce
Internship Placement, Career Coaching, Alumni Network
Key Features
What Scholars Experience
- Live virtual instruction across U.S. time zones with hybrid flexibility
- In-person site visits in NYC, NJ, Chicago, Dallas, Houston, and Los Angeles
- Full stack web development: HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and real-world project deployment
- Project-based learning with structured milestones and iterative feedback
- Core Skills coaching in communication, professionalism, and narrative
- A computer (desktop or laptop) and stable internet connection are required — financial assistance available on an as-needed basis
- All software provided at no cost
- Critical AI literacy: responsible use, bias evaluation, and human control
- Mentorship from tech professionals across diverse career sectors
- Lifelong Brotherhood: Sustained peer network and alumni community
Learning Outcomes
What Scholars Build
- Build and deploy a capstone project — the foundation of your technical portfolio
- 85% report confidence in HTML/CSS after the program
- 81% report confidence in JavaScript fundamentals
- 82% develop stronger appreciation for computer science
- 73% report greater sense of belonging in tech spaces
Our Approach
Depth Over Speed
We prioritize mastery over quick completion. Population-specific design means the program is built for our Scholars, not adapted from generic curricula.
- Mindset as Core Outcome: Confidence and resilience alongside technical skill
- Proof of Work Over Credentials: Portfolios and projects that demonstrate capability
- Community as Infrastructure: Brotherhood provides lasting support systems
Program Moments
Scholar Voices
In Their Own Words
When I first came in, I only knew a little Python and wasn't really sure what coding was. But after three weeks, I started understanding HTML, JavaScript, and CSS, and now I feel confident pursuing a field like software engineering or cybersecurity. At first, I wasn't sure if tech was for me, but All Star Code made me realize it definitely is.
Scholar
I feel like I am much more versed in coding, I am better at communication, I gained connections, I am better at asking for help and networking, and plenty more. It was a large growth experience.
Scholar
This program exceeded my expectations! I thought this was just a boring coding program but in reality it was so much fun working on the creative projects and talking to my peers. I also want to thank the program for providing me with so much support, especially with my tech issues.
Scholar
I am so grateful Gio and I had this opportunity to meet you and your team. You made a kid with an IEP believe that he is worth it, and that alone makes it a blessing!
Grandmother of SI'25 Scholar
The Why
Why Coding Still Matters
As AI tools become more advanced, some question whether students should still learn to code. Coding remains essential because it develops the capacity to understand and shape systems, not merely use them.
- Trains algorithmic thinking and intentional problem-solving under constraints
- Builds computational literacy, enabling critical evaluation of AI behavior and bias
- Grants agency: the ability to understand systems, build alternatives, and resist extraction
- Transforms students from passive users into capable creators and decision-makers
The goal is not rote memorization but genuine comprehension: understanding how systems operate, who controls them, and how to build something better.
Program Summary
What Sets Us Apart
100%
Tuition Free
National
Culturally Relevant Network
10+
Years
Life
Brotherhood
- Builds technical depth and the confidence to operate independently
- Develops systems thinking to navigate and resist extractive industry practices
- Provides structural access to mentors, role models, and diverse networks
- Creates lifelong community, the critical infrastructure for sustained success
- Positions Scholars to lead: to shape tech rather than be shaped by it
Our Partners
Building Together
All Star Code partners with corporations, foundations, and community organizations to equip Scholars with the skills, mentorship, and networks needed to thrive.
Corporations
Nike
Google
Honda
JPMorgan Chase
Medidata
Sony Music
Mizuho
T-Mobile
Spectrum
Citizens Bank
Panasonic
ServiceNow
News Corp
Goldman Sachs
Varonis
S&P Global
CDW
Sports Partners
NBA Foundation
New York Jets
Brooklyn Nets
New York Knicks
Foundations
MJS Foundation
Social Change Fund United
a16z CLF
Steven & Alexandra Cohen Foundation
The Marc Haas Foundation
Glenn W. Bailey Foundation
Decoded Futures
Brigade Capital Management
Elephant
Community Organizations
Hispanic Federation
Tech:NYC
NYC Summer Youth Employment Program
General Assembly
Big Thought
Year Up United
Ready to Build Your Future?
Whether you are a Scholar ready to apply, a parent seeking support, or a partner committed to building the next generation.