TASS 2026 Program Dates:
June 21, 2026 – July 25, 2026
ABOUT TASS
The Telluride Association Summer Seminars (TASS) are five-week educational experiences for high school sophomores and juniors. The programs are open to both sophomores and juniors. There are two programs, and applicants are allowed to apply to only one program per year.
- TASS-CBS
- TASS-AOS
Participants in TASS will attend a college-level, discussion-based academic seminar, develop critical reading and writing skills, and explore the principles and practice of democratic community living. We cover all program costs for every student, including tuition, books, room and board, field trips, and facilities fees. Students may apply for additional financial aid for travel costs and to replace earnings from summer jobs.
TASS-CBS
Applications open October 15, 2025.
TASS-CBS offers college-level, discussion-based seminars that explore topics within history, politics, literature, art, and other intellectual and cultural contributions from people of African descent.
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TASS-AOS
Applications open October 15, 2025.
TASS-AOS offers college-level, discussion-based seminars that examine topics in literature, history, art, and other disciplines to investigate how various forms of power shape social structures.
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