<p>Yeah okay, it does have tangible benefits for all saying it doesnt. While I agree it says that a summer program at University A does NOT help you get into University A, there is a huge loophole which admissions folk use. One thing it does is provide DOAs (deans of admission) with something constructive to look at over the summer rather than sleeping and partying. Secondly, if you took a 7 week credit program like i did, it provides them insight on how well you will do at brown and what you have to bring to the campus. Thirdly the classes you take there are considered AP lvl or above on the application and makes you stand out. And honestly, I only paid 1/10 of the entire fee for the seven week program (it was 8000$ or so, and I paid 800) and got 2 college credits in subjects I am interested in through the financial aid form, so I wasted very little money (in fact I saved money on food that I would normally consume over 7 weeks as well as board space). So honestly go for it, the experience is unlike any other and the people you meet are incredible. It truly will tell you if brown is right for you.</p>