Community. Learning. Democracy.
Telluride Association creates free educational programs that challenge young people to build community, learn together, and make democratic decisions in order to think critically about the world and begin to create a more just society.
Applications for TASS 2024 are now open!
Telluride Association Summer Seminar (TASS) is a tuition-free, six-week, transformative summer educational experience rooted in critical thinking and democratic community.
TASS applications are open to all high school sophomores and juniors (“rising juniors” and “rising seniors”). Both US and international students are welcome to apply. While TASS welcomes applications from high school sophomores or juniors of all backgrounds, students from historically underrepresented groups are particularly encouraged to apply. We seek students who are intellectually curious, community-minded, and self-motivated. Learn more about TASS here.
Now Hiring Summer Seminar Staff
Are you passionate about guiding the next generation of leaders, through critical thinking, democratic community building, and personal growth? We are now hiring Site Supervisors and Factotums for our 2024 Telluride Association Summer Seminars! Learn more and apply here.
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Our Programs
For High School Students
Free summer programs in Critical Black Studies and Anti-Oppressive Studies offer sophomores and juniors the opportunity to encounter new ideas and meet peers who are excited about learning.
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For University Students
Students at Telluride Association’s residential houses at Cornell University and the University of Michigan receive full room and board scholarships and shape their intellectual communities.
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For College Faculty
Telluride Association’s programs succeed with the participation of the many university faculty members who teach our summer programs or live in our branches.
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News
- 2024 TASS Applications Open Now Through January 3, 2024
Applications are now open for the 2024 Telluride Association Summer Seminar! High school sophomores and juniors are welcome to apply for this life-changing summer experience. Applications are due January 3, 2024. TASS applications are open to all high school sophomores and juniors (“rising juniors” and… - 2024 TASS Nominations OpenFrom now through December 1, 2023, Telluride Association is accepting nominations for the Telluride Association Summer Seminar (TASS). We seek nominations for high school sophomores and juniors (“rising juniors” and “rising seniors”), who will be invited to apply to our free, six-week seminar in Summer…