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Reason & Rationality Advanced Program - Princeton 2026

The Reason & Rationality "Advanced Program" is a 2-week intensive for students who are prepared to utilize the concepts and critical thinking tools learned in the Foundation Program to tackle 20 more complex philosophical, economic and ethical issues with deep critical thinking. The Advanced Program is exclusively for returning Reason & Rationality students. For Summer 2026, Advanced topics include the "meaning of life," the objectivity and subjectivity of value, the existence of free will, and current ethical and political debates.

  • Session 1 - Week 1: June 7 - 13, 2026

  • Session 1 - Week 2: June 14 - 20, 2026

  • Session 2 - Week 1: June 21 - 27, 2026

  • Session 2 - Week 2: June 27 - July 2, 2026

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Program Schedule

Tuition and Pricing

The program fee of $6,900 covers all classes, activities, housing, and meals for the full two-week program ($4,600 for a single week). A $1,000 deposit is due at the time of application and will be promptly refunded if the application is not accepted; the remaining balance is due by March 15, 2026. Reason & Rationality will refund the full deposit and any tuition payments if a withdrawal request is made prior to March 15, 2026. Program fees will increase on March 15, 2026; however, applications submitted with deposit before March 15 will be honored at the current rate, even if supporting materials (such as teacher recommendations) are received afterward. If your student requires financial aid, please contact us at info@reasonandrationality.com.

Questions About Reason & Rationality's Vision for Conversation-Based Education?

Check out the frequently asked questions on our website or reach out to Reason & Rationality at info@reasonandrationality.com.

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