Summer Fun
When classes finish, it's time to play. ASA staff organizes exiting and active extracurricular options every day of the week.
Get in the Game: basketball, soccer, ultimate Frisbee and football
Compete: laser tag, paintball, game shows, floor wars and battle of the sexes
Work Out: yoga, running, indoor cardio, hiking, swimming, free weights and aerobics
Create: cooking, jewelry making, tie-dye, henna tattoos, pottery, scrapbooking
Tennis Lessons: master your forehand with one on one lessons from a UMass coach
Prepare for College: College Fair, panel discussions and essay writing workshops
The Main Event: karaoke, weekly dances, Rock-n-Bowl, casino night, movies at the 16-screen multiplex and more!
Included Trips
Best of Boston: Part 1
Sightsee, people watch, shop and eat, eat, eat! Great museums, fabulous restaurants and small cafes, beautiful parks and memorable architecture -- Boston has it all.
Six Flags New England
Spend the day at this fantastic Amusement and Water Park on the Mind Eraser, Double Trouble and Time Warp!
Best of Boston: Part 2
There is so much to see and do in Boston that we'll visit twice. Whether it's a special gift for someone at home or an opportunity to walk the famous Freedom Trail, ASA staff will help you get there.
Newport, RI
Visit the "sailing capital of the world," and while you're there, enjoy the International Tennis Hall of Fame, beautiful 19th century mansions, and some time on the beach.
Beach Trip
We'll spend a day at beautiful Misquamicut beach (RI), soaking up the sun and enjoying the water.
Northampton
Just 15 minutes from Amherst, this town is a great place to spend a Sunday afternoon. Shop, eat, paint your own pottery or challenge friends to a bowling competition. It's all easy summer fun.
Boston Red Sox Game
Don't miss this opportunity enjoy a game with the champs at one of the oldest and most well known stadiums in the United States.
Basketball Hall of Fame
Explore and learn more about your favorite players.
Something Extra
Rafting
Raft the Deerfield River with Zoar Outdoor. The trip is led by certified, professional instructors and is ideal for the beginner rafter. Fee: $125
College Visits
Visit top schools like Boston University, Brandeis, Tufts, Harvard, Emerson College and MIT. $75 per day of visits (2 schools per day)
Get ready to:
- discover new passions through dynamic courses and experienced professors
- live in a "Top 5" college town
- enjoy a suite-style, air conditioned dorm
- travel to Boston, Six Flags, and the beach
- play volleyball, basketball, soccer, and tennis
- meet people from across the country and around the world
your itinerary
| June 27 | Move-in Day! | July 11 | Basketball Hall of Fame | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 28 | Student Orientation | July 16 | Visit Harvard & MIT | |
| July TBD | Red Sox Game | July 17 | Beach Trip or Rafting | |
| July 3 | Best of Boston: Part 1 | July 18 | Best of Boston: Part 2 | |
| July 4 | Six Flags | July 19 | Summer Carnival | |
| July 6 | College Fair | July 21 | Visit BC & BU | |
| July 9 | Visit Tufts & Brandeis | July 23 | Final Dance | |
| July 10 | Newport, RI | July 24 | Say Goodbye |