Summer programs: start looking IN WINTER

<p>Thanks to 082349 for the internships!</p>

<p>I’ve applied to a number of summer programs, but all the programs I’m interested in start before my school year ends (our schedule is shifted back a bit).
Do you think it’s worth missing a good chunk of schools and having to make up finals early (around two weeks in advance :/) to go to a prestigious summer program?</p>