Vogue Summer School in London: Guide for Parents
Vogue Summer School offers high school students a unique opportunity to study in London, a global hub of heritage and artisanal fashion.
Over two weeks, students combine structured classroom learning with guided, real-world experiences, including visits to renowned museums, galleries and flagship stores. Through hands-on projects and direct instruction from experts at Vogue and Vogue College of Fashion, they gain practical insight into fashion business.
Designed to support academic growth and independence, the program builds confidence while fostering collaboration in a safe, nurturing environment—helping students prepare for future college study.
A Meaningful Academic Experience
Future-Ready Skills
Vogue Summer School equips high school students with a strong foundation in the professional fashion landscape. They explore areas of study and career pathways across diverse disciplines while gaining experience and skills for college and beyond.
Students participate in hands-on learning and hear from leaders at Vogue and other top fashion and media organizations. Real projects and industry-inspired challenges are designed to help them develop skills and confidence in environments that reflect today’s fast-moving creative careers.
Across the program, students:
• Explore how the fashion industry works and where they might fit within it
• Learn through immersive, hands-on experiences that connect the classroom to the real world
• Develop professional skills, build a portfolio and prepare for college
• Gain firsthand insight into the industry through curated sessions led by experts at Vogue and other leading fashion brands
Our Faculty and Instructional Team
Vogue Summer School in London instructors are lecturers and teachers from Vogue College of Fashion. Courses are delivered by professionals, educators and creatives, combining real-world fashion expertise with exclusive guest speaker insights for a well-rounded, industry-informed summer experience.
Explore the Vogue Summer School in London page below to learn more about the expert faculty leading the program.
Academic Structure and Daily Schedule
The program is conducted over a two-week period and supports individualized instruction, meaningful discussion and active participation.
A Typical Academic Day
- 7:00-9:00 – Breakfast (residential students)
- 10:30-12:30 – Academic Morning Session
- 12:30-13:30 – Lunch (all students)
- 13:30-16:00 – Academic Afternoon Session
- 16:30-18:00 – Homework and Dinner (residential students)
- 18:00-21:00 – Co-Curricular Events/Residential Life Programming
- 21:30 – Curfew (Sun-Thu), 22:00pm Curfew (Fri-Sat)
- 22:00 – Bed Checks (Sun-Thu), 22:30 Bed Checks (Fri-Sat)
Residential Life in Central London
Residential students live in the London Tower Bridge Neighborhood at Unite Students accommodations.
Dorm Accommodations
- Student accommodation includes ensuite rooms with a private bathroom and bedding is included.
- Students are typically roomed according to age/grade and the self-identified gender listed in their Program Form. Students will learn their room assignment upon arrival to the program.
Travel
- London Heathrow, London Gatwick and London City are well-connected to the city center via public and private transportation.
- While most travelers arriving in London find it convenient to take a cab directly to their accommodation, you may wish to utilize a combination of travel to reduce costs or time spent in traffic.
Facilities
- Laundry facilities are available for a fee using a mobile app. Students must bring their own detergent (liquid and/or powder only) .
- Dining halls are able to accommodate a range of dietary restrictions.
Safety, Supervision and Support
Student wellbeing is a central priority for every member of staff. The program structure allows students to experience independence while remaining in a carefully supervised environment.
- All classes and activities are fully supervised, with residential staff and security available 24/7.
- All staff with regular student interaction complete background checks and Safeguarding Training.
- Vogue Summer School does strictly enforce a program curfew for safety and security protocols. Residential students must be in their assigned room each evening by 9:30 p.m. Sunday to Thursday and 10:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday. If a student is late for curfew, parents/guardians will be called immediately.
Communication and Pre-Arrival Preparation
Comprehensive pre-program materials are shared approximately 10 weeks before the start of the term. Families can access the Admitted Students Page with:
- Program overview
- Travel/arrival departures
- Student support
- Post-program information
- Technology requirements and app guidance
- How to contact us
Students and families will receive a link to view our pre-recorded Family Orientation prior to the start of the program. It is imperative that families view this together as it will outline details that you will need to know prior to the start of the program, including but not limited expectations, policies, procedures, technology demonstrations and more.
Activities, Evenings and Exploring the City
Beyond the classroom, students are immersed into the culture, creativity and global influence of London through curated co-curricular activities that bring their learning to life. Events will focus on arts, culture or unique London experiences.
Examples of Activities:
- Neighborhood explorations and walking tours
- West End theater shows and museum visits
- Student-led social nights
Participation is encouraged but optional. Day students are welcome to participate, though attendance is not required.
Admissions and Tuition
Eligibility
- Vogue Summer School is open to high school students (grades 10-12 and Graduating Seniors based on the grade the student is entering in the Fall 2026 school year). Students must be 16 years old by the first day of their term.
- Admissions decisions are made through a holistic review process.
- All students applying to Vogue Summer School for the first time are required to complete an online application. Returning students do not need to reapply.
- Learn more about our application and admissions process.
Tuition
- Residential Program: Tuition, housing, meals, activities and formal certificate included.
- Day Program: Tuition, daily lunch and formal certificate included.
Financial Aid
We believe financial circumstances should not be a barrier to world-class, pre-college education.
- Flexible payment plans are available to all families.
- To be considered for our Scholarship Program, students must submit a completed program application followed by a scholarship application.
- Scholarships are limited and disbursed on a first-applied, first-awarded basis. We encourage students to apply as soon as possible.
An Experience That Lasts Beyond Summer
Vogue Summer School in London offers more than a summer experience—it equips students with the tools, independence and perspectives needed to stand out as they prepare for college and future careers in the global fashion and media industries.
We encourage early application to secure a place in your student’s preferred course. For more information about the program or to ask questions, we recommend booking a 1:1 consultation with a pre-college advisor.
